INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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RADAR1800
COLOR LCD RADAR-PLOTTER

Color Radar / Plotter RADAR1800

Color Radar/Plotter
Before You Begin
Thank you for purchasing our RADAR 1800 Color LCD
Radar/Plotter.
This unit is a sophisticated and easy to use integrated color radar and
color plotter. When the unit is connected to a GPS or Loran
navigation system, the color plotter function allows you to continu-
ously display latitude, longitude, scale division and track line of the
vessel color.

• This unit is a compact LCD radar with a 2 kw transmitter & 6.5

inch color LCD. Before attempting to operate it, read this
instruction manual thoroughly to correctly and safely operate this
unit in accordance with the warning instructions and operation
procedures in this manual.

• Storing this instruction manual carefully for future reference is

highly recommended. In the event that you have an operational
problem or malfunction, this manual will provide useful
instructions.

• This unit is an aid to navigation. Its accuracy can be affected by

many factors including equipment failure or defects, environmental
conditions, and improper handling or use. It is the user’s
responsibility to exercise common prudence and navigational
judgment. This unit should not be relied on as a substitute for such
prudence and judgment.

• The LCD uses 224,000 or more TFTs (Thin Film Transistor).

If some pixels on the screen are not clear, the color is different, or the
screen is brighter than usual, it is not because of defect, instead it is
because of inherent characteristics of the TFT display technology.

Trademarks of other companies C-MAP® Micro C-Card used in this

manual is a trademark of C-MAP Co., Ltd.

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 Symbols Used In This Manual
Related Symbol Marks
In this manual, and on the equipment, we use several warning signs to call
your attention to important items that, if not handled correctly, could present
danger to yourself or property. These warning note classifications are as described
below.
Please be fully aware of the importance of these items before using this
manual.

Indicates warning items that, if ignored, may result in

WARNING serious personal injury or even death.

Indicates cautionary items that, if ignored, may result

CAUTION in personal injury or physical damage.

Examples of Related Symbol Marks Used in this Manual

and on the Unit
Each mark is intended to alert the user to the presence of
precautions including danger and warning items. The picture in
each mark alerts you to operations that should be carefully
performed.

Each mark is intended to alert the user to the presence of

prohibited activity. The picture/word in/beside each mark alerts
you to operations that are prohibited.

Each mark is intended to alert the user to the presence of neces-

sary instructions. The picture in each mark alerts you to opera-
tions that must be performed.

WARNING LABEL
You can see the warning label on the top of the unit.
Do not attempt to remove the warning label from the unit or impair or
modify it.

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Usage Hints

WARNING
Do not remove the cover of the Operate the unit only
unit. Doing so may cause an on 12 VDC.
electric shock Not doing so may
by high voltage cause fire or
from within electrical shock.
the product’s
enclosure.
Do not (dis)connect the power
cable(from) to the main unit with
wet hands, as
doing so
may cause
Do not touch the radiator fin of the electrical
unit. Doing so shock.
may cause a burn
by high
temperature.
In the event that you spill or drop
any liquids or metals, etc. inside the
unit, turn off the main unit, unplug
the power supply terminal, and
contact our company, branch, or
Do not try to disassemble or local office.
modify the unit. Continuing
Doing so may operation as
cause a fire, is may cause
electric shock a fire, electric
or malfunction. shock or
malfunction.

Do not place objects

containing liquid or In the event that smoking or burning
metal fragments on odors are detected, immediately
top of the unit, terminate operation of the unit and
which might be contact your dealer. Continuing
spilled or dropped operation as is may cause
into the unit. a fire or
Doing so may cause a electrical
fire, electric shock or malfunction. shock.
Never
attempt
to service
the interior
of the unit.

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 CAUTION

When disconnecting Be sure to connect a cable to the

the power cable, grounding terminal when installing.
be sure to grasp Not doing so may cause an electric
it by the plug. shock or
Never pull on the excessive
connecting cord noise from/
itself, as doing so to other
increases the risk equipment.
of malfunction.
Do not drop the unit
into water. When Do not use any type
disconnecting the of organic solvent
connector on the such as thinner
back side, or benzine
be sure it does when
not get wet, as cleaning the
doing so increases surface of
risk of electrical shock or the cabinet.
malfunction. Doing so may damage the coating or
the finish of the unit’s surface.
Do not use or
Remove any dust and clean the unit’s
install the unit
surface with a soft dry cloth.
in a place where
the LCD is subject This device is only an aid to
to direct navigation.
sunlight, or in • The information displayed by the
a location near unit cannot be directly used for
heat sources navigation purposes.
where the temperature It must be used together with the
is 50°C (Display Unit), 55°C (Scanner appropriate marine charts.
Unit) or more. • The unit does not automatically
Doing so may cause a malfunction assess position information.
or defect. It is the user's responsibility to judge
Do not turn on the unit immediately position and navigational
after moving it from a cold place to a information.
warm one. Let the unit stand for
around 30 minutes before turn on,
until the inside temperature of the
unit reaches the same level as that of
the room it was moved to.
Not doing so increases risk of
malfunction.

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EMC Installation & Service Guidelines

IMPORTANT NOTE
All JRC equipment and accessories are designed to the highest industry
standards for use in a marine environment. Their design and manufacture
conforms to the appropriate Electro Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards,
but good installation is required to ensure that performance is not compromised.
Although every effort has been taken to ensure that the equipment will perform
under all conditions, it is important to understand what factors could affect
operation of the product. Complete installation instructions are provided in
SECTION 2 of this manual. Some preliminary suggestions are made below.

Installation
To avoid the risk of operating problems, all JRC equipment and cables
connected to it should be:
• At least 1m (3 feet) from any equipment transmitting or cables carrying radio
signals e.g. VHF radios, cables and antennas. In the case of SSB radios the
distance should be increased to 2m (7 ft).
• More than 2 m (7 ft) from the path of a radar beam. A radar beam can nor-
mally assume to spread 20 degrees above and below the radiating element.
• The equipment should be supplied from a different battery than the one used
for engine start. Voltage drops below 10.2V in the power supply to our
products can cause the equipment to reset. This will not damage the
equipment, but will cause some loss of information and this can also change the
operating mode.
• Genuine JRC Cables should be used at all times. Cutting and rejoining these
cables can compromise EMC performance and should therefore be avoided
unless doing so is suggested in the installation manual.

Check Before Going to Sea

• Always check the installation before going to sea to make sure that it is not
affected by radio transmissions, engine starting, low battery voltage, or other
problems.
• In some, installations, it may not be possible to prevent the equipment from
being affected by external influences. In general this will not damage the
equipment but it can lead to it resetting, or momentarily may result in faulty
operation. This can then be avoided by turning off the RADAR 1800 prior to
starting the boat engines for instance.

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 Servicing and Safety
• JRC equipment should be serviced only by authorized JRC service engineers.
They will ensure that service procedures and replacement parts used will not
affect performance. There are no user serviceable parts in any JRC product.
• Some products generate high voltages, and so never handle the cables/connec-
tors when power is being supplied to the equipment.
• Always report any EMC related problem to your nearest JRC dealer. We will
use any such information to improve our quality standards.

Suppression Ferrites
The following illustration shows the range of suppression ferrites fitted to
JRC equipment.

Notes for Suppression Ferrite Installation

Connections to other equipment
If your JRC equipment is going to be connected to other equipment using a
cable not supplied by JRC, a suppression ferrite MUST always be fitted to the
cable close to the JRC unit.

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Outside View

Scanner Unit

Display Unit

GPS/DGPS Sensor (Option)

GPS-112/GPS-112W DGPS212/GPS-212W

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 Contents

Before you begin ............................................................................... 1

Symbols used in This Manual .......................................................... 2
Usage Hints ....................................................................................... 3
EMC Installation & Service Guidelines ........................................... 5
Outside View ..................................................................................... 7
Definition on Terms......................................................................... 16

SECTION 1 Introduction ....................................... 19

Function ........................................................................................19
Features .........................................................................................20
Components ..................................................................................21
Standard Equipment..................................................................... 21
GPS Sensor (Option) ................................................................... 21
Construction .................................................................................22
System Configuration....................................................................24

SECTION 2 Installation.......................................... 25
Installing the Display Unit ............................................................25
Choosing a Location for Installation ............................................. 25
Standard Mounting ...................................................................... 25
Console Mounting/ Surface Mounting ......................................... 27
Installing the Scanner unit ............................................................28
Connecting the Scanner Unit Cable ............................................. 28
Installing the GPS/DGPS Sensor ..................................................29
Selecting the Position for Installation ............................................ 29
Installation Procedure ................................................................... 31
Connecting DC Power ..................................................................33
Grounding the Display Unit .........................................................34
Connecting GPS/DGPS Sensor or Making NMEA0183 Data
Connections (Option) ...............................................................35
Connecting Electronic Compass/GPS Compass (Option) .............37
Initial Operation and Set-up .........................................................37
Inspection after Installation .......................................................... 37
Operating the INSTALLATION menu ........................................ 38
RADAR SET UP ......................................................................... 38

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 TUNE PRESET ..................................................................... 38
Relative BEARING alignment ................................................ 39
DISPLAY TIMING ................................................................ 39
STC PRESET ......................................................................... 39
Connecting Personal Computer ....................................................40
Inserting a Chart Card ..................................................................41
Removing a Chart Card .................................................................41

SECTION 3 Operation ........................................... 42

Screen Layout ................................................................................42
Control Panel ................................................................................45
Rear Panel .....................................................................................47
Basic Operations ...........................................................................48
The Power Control (Turning the Radar ON and OFF) ................ 49
LCD Backlight and Contrast Control........................................... 49
Display Modes.............................................................................. 49
Vessel’s Information/Waypoint’s Information ................................ 53
Graph Display .............................................................................. 54
Finding Function.......................................................................... 54
Using the Jog Dial ........................................................................ 55
Using the Joy Stick ....................................................................... 55
Changing CURSOR Operation in RADAR/CHART Mode ........ 55
General MEMU Operation .......................................................... 55
Buzzer ON/OFF .......................................................................... 56
Setting LANGUAGE ................................................................... 56
Radar Operation ...........................................................................57
Selecting a RANGE ...................................................................... 57
Adjusting Receiver Sensitivity ....................................................... 58
Adjusting TUNING ..................................................................... 58
Reducing SEA CLUTTER ........................................................... 58
Adjusting RAIN CLUTTER ........................................................ 59
Setting OFFSET .......................................................................... 59
Range Measurement ..................................................................... 59
Bearing Measurement ................................................................... 60
Changing CURSOR Operation Mode
in RADAR/CHART Screen ..................................................... 60
RADAR Operating Menu ............................................................ 61
RINGS ......................................................................................... 61
DISPLAY MODE (BEARING) ................................................... 61
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 INTERFERENCE REJECTION ................................................ 62
Setting AUTO/MANUAL SEA Clutter Rejection ........................ 63
Setting AUTO/MANUAL TUNING........................................... 63
Target EXPANDER ..................................................................... 63
PROCESS .................................................................................... 64
TRAILS........................................................................................ 64
CLEAR TRAILS .......................................................................... 65
WAYPOINT ................................................................................ 65
Setting Radar COLOR ................................................................. 65
PLANNED-TX MODE .............................................................. 66
Setting GUARD ZONE ............................................................... 67
Display of RADAR Transponder .................................................. 69
Plotter Operation ..........................................................................71
Using the Joy Stick in CHART mode ........................................... 71
Enter the Event ....................................................................... 71
Enter the WAYPOINT or the MARK ..................................... 71
Enter the WAYPOINT ........................................................... 71
Soft Keys at the WAYPOINT Mode ....................................... 72
Enter the MARK Mode .......................................................... 72
Man Overboard ............................................................................ 73
Range Setting ............................................................................... 73
In the CHART display ............................................................ 73
In the CDI/COMPASS display ............................................... 73
In the RADAR display ............................................................ 73
In the RADAR/CHART display ............................................. 74
Navigation Setting ........................................................................ 74
SELECT ROUTE (Selecting Navigation) ............................... 74
WAYPOINT DIRECT (Selecting a waypoint) ........................................................ 74
PLANNED ROUTE (Navigating according to a planned route) ............................. 75
TEMPORARY ROUTE (Navigating according to a temporary route) .................... 75
NEAREST PORT (Searching for and navigating to a nearest port) ......................... 77
PREVIOUS MOB (Setting a waypoint to the MOB) .............................................. 77
SEQUENCE (Selecting the order of waypoint navigation) ..... 77
WPT STEP (Selecting the method to switch the waypoint) .... 78
NEXT WPT (Skipping to the next waypoint) ......................... 78
PREV. WPT (Skipping to the previous waypoint) ................... 78
STOP WATCH ...................................................................... 78
TIDAL INFO
(Displaying tide height graph of a specified point) .............. 79

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 OBJECT INFO
(Displaying detailed information of a specified point) ........ 79
EDIT ........................................................................................... 80
Editing a waypoint .................................................................. 80
EDIT IN CHART .................................................................................................. 80
Storing a waypoint ............................................................................................ 80
Modifying a waypoint ....................................................................................... 81
Erasing a waypoint ............................................................................................ 81
Moving waypoint .............................................................................................. 81
Go to a waypoint .............................................................................................. 81
EDIT BY LIST ....................................................................................................... 82
Storing a waypoint ............................................................................................ 82
Modifying a waypoint ....................................................................................... 82
Copying a waypoint .......................................................................................... 83
Erasing a waypoint ............................................................................................ 83
Jumping to a waypoint list page ........................................................................ 83
Planning a route ...................................................................... 83
Storing a new route ................................................................................................. 83
Editing a route ........................................................................................................ 84
Adding a new waypoint ........................................................................................... 84
Editing a waypoint .................................................................................................. 84
CHANGE ............................................................................................................... 84
INSERT .................................................................................................................. 84
ERASE .................................................................................................................... 84
Converting a track to a planned route ..................................... 85
Selecting a new route ............................................................................................... 85
DIVIDE .................................................................................................................. 86
CONSTRUCT ....................................................................................................... 86
Construction ........................................................................... 86
Constructing a line .................................................................................................. 86
Constructing a rectangle .......................................................................................... 87
Menu Operations ..........................................................................88
General ......................................................................................... 88
Top Menu .................................................................................... 88
RADAR SETTING ................................................................ 88
RINGS .................................................................................................................... 88
BEARING .............................................................................................................. 89
INTERFERENCE REJECTION ........................................................................... 89
SEA ......................................................................................................................... 89
TUNE ..................................................................................................................... 89
EXPANDER ........................................................................................................... 89
PROCESS ............................................................................................................... 89
TRAILS .................................................................................................................. 89
CLEAR TRAILS ..................................................................................................... 89
WAYPOINT ........................................................................................................... 89

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 COLOR .................................................................................................................. 89
TX-PLAN ............................................................................................................... 90
PLOT SETTING ................................................................... 90
TRACK ERASE (Erasing a track) ........................................................................... 90
MARK ERASE (Erasing a mark) ............................................................................. 90
MARK SIZE (Selecting a size) ................................................................................. 90
TRACK SETUP ..................................................................................................... 90
TRACK PLOT (Selecting memory intervals) .................................................... 90
MEMORY SIZE (Selecting a number of points) ............................................... 90
TRACK COLOR (Selecting a color) ................................................................. 90
VESSEL SHAPE (Selecting a mark for your vessel) ........................................... 90
VESSEL SIZE (Selecting a size of your vessel’s mark) ........................................ 90
L/L-TD CONVERT ............................................................................................... 91
POSTION DISPLAY (Selecting a format of position display) .......................... 91
LORAN-C CHAIN (Selecting a format of LORAN-C CHAIN) ...................... 91
TD CORRECTION (Selecting a format of time difference) ............................ 91
CHART DISPLAY .................................................................................................. 91
CHART DISP MODE (Selecting a chart display mode) ................................... 91
SCALE BAR (Turning the scale bar ON/OFF) ................................................. 91
VECTOR RAY (Selecting a type of direction display) ....................................... 91
BRG LINE (Turning the direction line ON/OFF) ............................................ 91
WAYPOINT (Selecting a waypoint display) ...................................................... 91
CURSOR INFO (Turning the cursor information ON/OFF) .......................... 91
L/L GRID (Turning the grid ON/OFF) ........................................................... 91
CHART COLORS ................................................................................................. 92
LAND (Selecting a color for the land) ............................................................... 92
SEA (Selecting a color for the sea) ..................................................................... 92
L/L GRID (Selecting a color for the grid) ......................................................... 92
CUSTOM CHART ................................................................................................ 92
CHART BOUNDARY ..................................................................................... 92
LIGHT SECTORS ........................................................................................... 92
BUOY & BEACON ......................................................................................... 92
NAMES ............................................................................................................ 92
LAND MARKS ................................................................................................ 92
RIVER & LAKE ............................................................................................... 92
CULTURAL ..................................................................................................... 92
BOTTOM TYPE .............................................................................................. 92
UNDER WATER ............................................................................................. 92
SOUNDING DEPTH ..................................................................................... 92
DEPTH SHADING ......................................................................................... 92
DEPTH CONTOUR ...................................................................................... 93
DETAILED ...................................................................................................... 93
GRAPH SETTING ................................................................ 93
GRAPH DISPLAY (Selecting what to display) ........................................................ 93
DEPTH SCALE (Setting a display range of the water depth graph) ........................ 93
TEMP. SCALE (Setting a display range of the temperature graph) .......................... 93

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 SPEED SCALE (Setting a display range of the speed graph) ................................... 93
GPS SETTING ...................................................................... 94
VESSEL POSITION (Setting the vessel position) ................................................... 94
TIME DIFFERENCE (Setting the time difference) ................................................ 94
ANTENNA HEIGHT (Setting the antenna height) ............................................... 94
GEODETIC DATUM (Setting a geodetic system) ................................................. 94
FIX MODE (Setting the fixing mode) .................................................................... 94
HDOP LEVEL (Setting the HDOP level) .............................................................. 95
AVERAGE (Setting an interval to average the data) ................................................. 95
EXCLUDE SAT (Setting the satellite number not used) ......................................... 95
DGPS SETTING ................................................................... 95
MODE (Setting the reception mode of the beacon) ................................................ 95
FREQUENCY (Setting the beacon frequency) ........................................................ 95
BAUDRATE (Setting the beacon baud rate) ........................................................... 95
WAAS SETTING ................................................................... 96
MODE ................................................................................................................... 96
RANGING ............................................................................................................. 96
NG WAAS .............................................................................................................. 96
WAAS NO. ............................................................................................................. 96
INSTALLATION ................................................................... 97
SIMULATION (Turning the simulator ON/OFF) ................................................. 97
INITIAL POSITION (Setting the standard position of the chart display) .............. 97
CLOCK ADJUST (Adjusting the date and time) .................................................... 97
DATE & TIME (Selecting a system of time) ........................................................... 97
RADAR ADJUST (Adjusting the radar) ................................................................. 97
DATA IN/OUT ...................................................................................................... 98
TEMP. IN (Selecting temperature input) .......................................................... 98
DEPTH IN (Selecting depth data input) .......................................................... 99
COURSE IN (Selecting course data input) ....................................................... 99
POSITION IN (Selecting position input) ........................................................ 99
NMEA OUT (Putting out data) ..................................................................... 100
UNITS .................................................................................................................. 100
DEPTH (Selecting depth units) ...................................................................... 100
YOUR DEPTH (Setting custom depth units) ................................................. 100
TEMPERATURE (Changing temperature units) ............................................ 100
SPEED & DIST UNIT (Changing speed and distance units) ......................... 100
CALIBRATION ................................................................................................... 100
LAT/LON (Calibrating the longitude/latitude) ............................................... 100
MAGNETIC CORR. (Correcting the magnetic compass) .............................. 101
RESET LOG (Resetting the trip log) .............................................................. 101
OPERATION ....................................................................................................... 101
J-STICK PUSH .............................................................................................. 101
CENTERING ................................................................................................ 101
GUIDE ........................................................................................................... 101

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 CUSTOM SETUP ............................................................... 102
PRESET ................................................................................................................ 102
CUSTOM INITIALIZE ....................................................................................... 102
MEMORY COPY ................................................................ 102
USE THE CARD ................................................................................................. 103
USE THE PC ....................................................................................................... 104
ALARM ................................................................................ 105
NAV ALARM (Navigation alarms) ........................................................................ 105
RADAR ALARM .................................................................................................. 107
BZ ALARM .......................................................................................................... 107
TEMP. ALARM (Temperature alarms) .................................................................. 108
CLOCK ALARM .................................................................................................. 108
BUZZER (Alarm buzzer) ...................................................................................... 108
Self Test Operation ......................................................................109
Master Reset and Language Select Operation ..............................110

SECTION 4 Maintenance ..................................... 115

General ........................................................................................115
Scanner Unit................................................................................115
Radome Scanner Unit ................................................................ 116
Display Unit ................................................................................116
Cleaning the Display Unit Screen ............................................... 116

SECTION 5 Principle ........................................... 117

Radar Basics ................................................................................117
Strength of Reflection from the Targets ...................................... 117
Sea Clutters ................................................................................ 117
False Echoes................................................................................ 118
GPS/DGPS Basics .......................................................................120
GPS ............................................................................................ 120
Differential GPS (DGPS) ........................................................... 121
Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) ................................. 122

SECTION 6 Interswitch (option) .......................... 123

Outline ........................................................................................123
Components ............................................................................... 123
Construction .............................................................................. 124
Installation ..................................................................................125
Setting Jumpers .......................................................................... 125
Unit Connecting Cable .............................................................. 126

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Operation ....................................................................................128
The following is for the jumpers in the junction box. (setting 1) ........... 128
The following is for the jumpers in the junction box. (setting 2) ........... 128

SECTION 7 After-Sales Service ............................. 130

When Asking for Service .............................................................130
Checks and Inspection ................................................................130

SECTION 8 Disposal ............................................ 131

Disposal of LCD Module ............................................................131
Handling Used Lithium Batteries ................................................131

SECTION 9 Specification ..................................... 132

General ........................................................................................132
Scanner ........................................................................................133
Display Unit ................................................................................134
Radar ...........................................................................................135
Plotter .........................................................................................137
Input/Output Signal ...................................................................138

APPENDICES ................................................. 139

Wiring Diagram ..........................................................................139
Geodetic System Table .................................................................140
NMEA0183 Standard Input/Output Sentences ...........................141
Input Sentences .......................................................................... 141
Output Sentences ....................................................................... 142
Waypoint List ..............................................................................143

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 Definition on Terms
2D(two- dimensional)..... Position fixing using satellites and height information.
3D(three-dimensional) .... Position fixing using satellite information only from
four or more satellites.
Anchor alarm .................. An alarm indicating that the vessel has deviated more
than the set distance from a waypoint.
Arrival alarm ................... An alarm indicating that the vessel has come within
the set distance of a waypoint.
Automatic sequencing mode
....................................... Function that automatically steps from one waypoint
to the next when the arrival perpendicular point has
been detected.
Bow ................................ The front of a vessel (nautical term)
CDI ................................ Course Deviation Indicator. Information that
indicates the extent you have strayed from the route
intended and the direction to steer.
COG .............................. Course over Ground
CUP(Course-UP) ........... An azimuth stabilized display in which a line connect-
ing the centre of own ship with the top of the display
is own ship’s intended course.
Default value .................. Factory set value
DGPS ............................. The process of correcting the inaccuracies of GPS
position data from GPS satellites by receiving a beacon
Differential Signal from a base station whose exact
position is known. And which transmits correction
data for the GPS satellites it receives.
EBL(Electric Bearing Line)
....................................... Electronic Bearing Line – A moveable vector line
radiating out from the ship indicating the bearing
thereof.
GPS(Global Positioning System)
....................................... Internationally-used positioning system.
Ground stabilization ....... A mode of display whereby own ship and all targets
are referenced to the ground using ground track or set
and drift inputs.
GPS satellite ................... GPS stands for “Global Positioning System.” Several
satellites launched by the US Department of Defense
to establish a military navigational aid system.
Guard zone ..................... A zone in which an alarm is given when a target is
detected.

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HDOP ........................... Indicates the accuracy of Horizontal position fixing.
The smaller the number shows the more accurate the
position fixing.
When the satellites are grouped together, HDOP
increases and position fixing accuracy is poorer. When
the satellites are Farther apart, HDOP decreases and
position fixing accuracy is enhanced.
Heading .......................... The direction in which the bows of a ship are pointing
expressed as an angular displacement from north.
HL .................................. Heading Line
Hull ................................ The exterior surface of a ship.
HUP(Head-UP) ............. Display mode in which the top of the screen
corresponds to the ship’s head maker.
Initialization ................... It takes up to 20 minutes for GPS position fixing
when it is used for the first time or after a master reset
has been performed. This time can be reduced by
entering initialization values such as estimated
position, time and antenna height.
IR ................................... Interference Rejector
Manual sequencing mode
....................................... The unit sounds the arrival alarm and the operator
will manually press key to step to next leg in the route
plan when it is safe to do so.
Master reset..................... A function for clearing all settings and returning to
the factory set values (default values). Two types of
master resets are provided. A soft reset clears all data
exept for waypoint and route plan data. A hard reset
clears all data.
NM ................................ Nautical Mile(1 nm= 1,852 m)
NMEA0183 .................... National Marine Electrical Association 0183.
Association establishing international standards for
communications between navigational equipment and
the standard established by NMEA.
NUP(North-UP) ............ An azimuth stabilized display in which the top of the
screen is always North.
Off-course alarm ............. An alarm indicating that the vessel has deviated more
than a set distance from a predetermined course.
Port ................................. Left (nautical term).
Position fixing ................. The process of deriving the current location of a vessel
using GPS or DGPS sensor.
Range ............................. The range scale.
Range ring ...................... Fixed range ring.
RM(Relative Motion) ..... The combination of relative course and relative speed.
RM display ..................... A display on which the position of own ship remains
fixed and all targets move relative to own ship.

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 Relative bearing .............. The direction of a target from own ship expressed as
an angular displacement from own ship’s heading.
Relative course ................ The direction of motion of a target relative to own
ship’s position expressed as an angular displacement
from north. It is deduced from a number of
measurements of target range and bearing on own
ship’s radar.
Relative speed ................. The speed of a target relative to own ship’s position. It
is deduced from a number of measurements of target
range and bearing on own ship’s radar.
Route plan ...................... A plan that registers plural waypoints in a navigational
path.
Scan CORR .................... Scan Correlation, a method of target processing
enhancement using multiple scan information.
Scanner ........................... Antenna unit.
Sea stabilization .............. A mode of display whereby own ship and all targets
are referenced to the sea, using gyro heading and water
speed inputs.
Sensitivity ....................... The ability of a receiver to pick up small targets.
SOG ............................... Speed over Ground.
Starboard ........................ Right (nautical term)
Stern ............................... The rear of a vessel (nautical term).
TM(True Motion) .......... The combination of true course and true speed.
TM display ..................... A display across which own ship and each target
moves with its own true motion.
Stationary targets such as land do not move except
occasionaly when the picture display shifts position to
keep own ship on the screen.
Trails ............................... Tracks left behind radar targets showing the history of
previous target positions.
True bearing .................... The direction of a target from own ship or from
another target expressed as an angular displacement
from True North.
True course ..................... The true direction of motion of a target expressed as
angular displacement form north. It is obtained by a
vector combination of target relative motion and own
ship’s true motion.
True speed....................... The speed of a target obtained by a vector combina-
tion of target relative motion and own ship’s true
motion.
True vector ...................... The predicted true motion of a target as result of own
ship’s direction and speed input. The true vector may
be either displayed with reference to the water or to
the ground.
WAAS(Wide Area Augmentation System)
....................................... WAAS is a system that improve GPS position fixing
accuracy.

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 SECTION 1 Introduction

Section 1 Introduction
Function
Congratulations on selecting the JRC RADAR 1800 Color LCD system to
assist your navigation.
Whether you purchased this radar because of its compactness, power
economy, ease of installation, or long term reliability, one thing is certain;the
moment you turn on your RADAR 1800 Display you will know that you are
seeing a revolutionary new concept in Radar technology.
You are the proud owner of a radar system unmatched in the marine
recreational industry.
Radar signals are shown on a color LCD display with excellent graphic clarity
and detail.
A single glance at your Display will give you a complete and accurate 360˚
radar picture of other vessels, buoys and land surrounding your vessel.
By connecting with JRC’s GPS/DGPS sensor, the LCD Display allows you
to continuously display latitude, longitude, scale division and track line of the
vessel in color.
Since the color of the vessel track line can be displayed in any color and
deleted when required, it can be checked at a glance.
In addition to track line, waypoints and transit point(convenient for marking
dangerous location, shoals and fishing spots) can be stored and diplayed in color.
The distance and bearing from the ever-changing current position to a
waypoint is displayed automatically.
Since displayed sea areas can be magnified, reduced or moved as desired, it
can be used for a number of application.

System components
The Color Radar plotter RADAR 1800 consists of a compact display unit connected
to scanner unit.
Use of the GPS capabilities requires the optional GPS 112:JRC's GPS sensor.
Use of the DGPS capabilities requires the optional DGPS212:JRC's DGPS sensor.

Antenna GPS/DGPS

Display Unit

Figure 1-1
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 Features
Easy To Operate Features
Section 1 Introduction

Like the JRC RADAR 1000 and RADAR 1500, the JoyStick and Jog Dial
are mounted to provide easy to operate for everyone.

Scan Correlation Feature

The Scan Correlation signal processing function, normally only available in
larger commercial radars, is included to provide an enhanced presentation of
targets especially in high sea return conditions (false random targets caused by
radar signals bouncing back from waves).

Automatic STC Feature

In addition to manual STC adjustment, an Automatic STC setting is also
available to help adjust out annoying sea return targets.

Inter Switch Feature

With the optional Inter Switch Kit (NQE-1200), the antenna can be
controlled by either one of the two display units installed at the cabin fly bridge,
etc. (No simultaneous control by the two units)

Connectable with the JRC GPS Compass

By connecting with the JLR-10 JRC GPS Compass, you can select the
heading mode between Head-Up, North-Up, and Course-Up.

Various Navigation Screen Feature

By connecting an optional GPS or DGPS sensor, such information as the
position or course of your ship can be displayed on the screen.
By registering WAYPOINT and ROUTE PLAN, it is also possible to display
such important information as the distance or bearing to/of a WAYPOINT that
ensures safe and economical navigation.
This information can be displayed in the chart plot style, in the intuitive
illustration style, or in the numerical style depending on your selection.

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Components
When unpacking your RADAR 1800, you should find the following
standard equipment in the carton. If any items are missing, please notify your

Section 1 Introduction
JRC dealer immediately.

Standard Equipment
No Description Model No. Qty. Remarks
1 Display Unit NCD-4300 1
2 Scanner Unit NKE-1065 1
3 Scanner unit cable (10/15m) CFQ-6531-10/15 1 Either one
4 Power Cable (2m) CFQ-6532 1 With Fuse
5 Instruction Manual 7ZPRD0551 1 This Manual
6 Standard Spares 7ZXRD0004 1 10A Fuse × 1
Ferrite Core × 1
NMEA data
Connector × 1
7 Sun Cover MTV303270 1
8 Flush Mounting Kit MPTG30914 1
9 Warranty Card 1

GPS Sensor (Option)

Model Name Model No. Remarks
GPS112 JLR-4330E GPS Sensor
GPS112W JLR-4330W GPS Sensor (WAAS capability)
DGPS212 JLR-4331E DGPS Sensor
DGPS212W JLR-4331W DGPS Sensor (WAAS capability)
JLR-10 GPS Compass

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 Construction
Section 1 Introduction

115 (4.5)
27 (1.1)

253 (10)
210 (8.3)
205.5 (8.1)
186 (7.3)

Unit : mm (inch)

Figure 1-2

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 450 ( 17.7)

Section 1 Introduction
227 (8.9)
200 (7.9)
260 (10.2)

92 178
(3.6) (7)
15 (0.6)

200 )
.9
( 7
141.4
(5.6)

141.4 (5.6)
Unit : mm (inch)

Figure 1-3

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 System Configuration
Section 1 Introduction

SCANNER UNIT

SHIP’S MAINS

Figure 1-4

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 SECTION 2 Installation
Installing the Display Unit
Choosing a Location for Installation
CAUTION
This display unit produces heat. Do not install it in a
poorly ventilated or excessively hot area. Doing so

Section 2 Installation
may cause burns or defects.
Do not install the equipment at a location where it is
constantly splashed with water. If the equipment is
splashed with water, immediately wipe with a dry
cloth. Leaving the equipment in this condition may
cause electric shock or malfunction.
The two most important considerations for mounting the RADAR 1800
Color Radar/Plotter display unit are:
• Choosing the best location for operating and viewing
• Protecting the unit from the environment

Standard Mounting
WARNING
Affix the Display Unit to a hard wooden or metal
plate with the specified screws when mounting it to
a tabeltop or suspending it. Otherwise the Display
Unit, weighting 2.8 kg may drop, causing injury or
damage.

Typically the unit can be mounted with its yoke assembly to a chart tabletop
location. Figure 2-1 shows the recommended clearances for yoke mounting.

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 80 (3.1) 80 (3.1)
253 (10) 140 (5.5)

205.5 (8.1)
M5
30°

150 (5.9) 180 (7.1)

50 (2)
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Unit : mm (inch)

RECOMMENDED CLEARANCES FOR YOKE MOUNTING

Figure 2-1

To mount the unit, remove the mounting yoke from the unit by loosening
the yoke knobs on each side of the RADAR 1800. Attach the bracket to the
desired mounting surface with the setting screws ( 5×25mmSUS, 4Qty.)
included in the kit, refering to Figure 2-1. Once the bracket has been mounted,
slide the unit back into its yoke. Adjust for the optium viewing angle and tighten
the yoke knobs.

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Console Mounting/ Surface Mounting
ATTENTION
Make sure there are no hidden electrical wires or other
items behind the desired location before proceeding.
Also check that you have free access for mounting and
cabling.

1) Select a mounting location: a clear, flat area of at least 8”(203mm) wide by 8”

high, having 5.5”(140mm) depth behind the panel. At that time, make sure
that there are no hidden electrical wires or other items behind your selected
location before proceeding.

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2) Tape the mounting template from the console mounting instruction over your
selected location on the panel and trace around the edges.
3) Drill a 1/2”(12.7mm) pilot hole at the top and bottom of the cut-out area.
4) Cut along the outside edge of the cut-out line with an appropriate saw.
5) Drill holes, using a 1/5”(5mm) drill bit, for the four threaded screws, 2 on
each side, on the mounting template.
6) Remove the yoke, two knobs, two spacers and two damping rubbers from the
unit, then securely attach the threaded screws to the rear cabinet and verify
that the unit will fit inside the cut-out area.
7) Complete installation of the DC power, Scanner, GPS, NMEA and ground
wiring into the console and make the connections onto the rear of the unit.
8) Place the unit into the cut-out and fit the washers, lock-washers, onto the
threaded screws behind the mounting console, and tighten the nut to hold the
unit in place.

1 SCREW
2 NUT 61 (2.4) 54.5 (2.1)
4 (0.2)

3 WASHER 82 (3.2)
4-R4 (0.2)
4 LOCK WASHER
44.5 (1.8)
94.5 (3.7)
50 (2)
160 (6.3)

65.5 (2.6) 65.5 (2.6)

4- 5 ( 0.2)
(0.2)
4

100 (3.9)
6.5 (0.3) 191 (7.5) 6.5 (0.3)
45.5 (1.8) 45.5 (1.8)

Unit : mm (inch)
Illustration above shows the
Illustration above shows the cut-out size of the mounting
way of Console Mounting. in the console.

Figure 2-2

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 Installing the Scanner Unit
Connecting the Scanner Unit Cable
Connect the scanner unit cable as follows.

CAUTION
Be careful not to injure your finger or hand by the waterproof cap mounting
groove when installing the Display connector.
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MAX 9.8

8-CORES
COMPOSITE CABLE

10 m : CFQ6531-10
15 m : CFQ6531-15
20 m : CFQ6531-20

Unit : mm

Figure 2-3

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Installing the GPS/DGPS Sensor
Selecting the Position for Installation
CAUTION
When connecting the cable attached to the
equipment, do not bend to an acute angle, twist, or
impart excessive force. Doing so may damage the
cable and cause a fire or an electric shock.
Do not install the equipment in a place with
excessive vibration. Doing so may cause the

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equipment to drop or tip over resulting in injury or
defects.

ATTENTION
Install the equipment in a place without any
obstacle, in order to ensure that GPS signals can be
directly received from satellites without interference or
reflection of signals from surrounding objects. If
possible, select a place having the following
characteristics.

1 An open space that allows uniform reception of satellite signals.

2 Far away from any of high power transmission antennas.
3 Outside the radar beam range.
4 Away from the Inmarsat antenna by not less than 5 meters and below
the level of its antenna.
5 Away from the antenna of a VHF, MF/HF transmitter and a direction
finder by not less than 5 meters.
6 Away from Magnet Compass by not less than 1 meter.

If it is difficult to find an ideal site, select a place temporarily and install the
equipment. Conduct a test to make sure that the proper performance can
be obtained and then fix the equipment in position. If it is installed at an
improper place, reception may become intermittent, resulting in shorter
position fixing time and poorer position accuracy.

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 NCD-4300 DISPLAY UNIT
P3 P1
CFQ-6532 (2m)
SHIP'S T.RED TO SHIP'S MAIN
+12V
MAIN+ TO GPS/MAGNETIC COMPASS
SHIP'S T.BLK
GND
MAIN-
GPS COMPASS YEL
DATA IN- DATA IN+
GPS COMPASS GRN
DATA IN+ DATA IN-
GPS BLU
DATA OUT
WHT
NKE-1065 SCANNER UNIT
P4

NC T.RED
1A
NMEA P2
DATA OUT+ T.BLU
2A
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NMEA T.RED
1A T.ORN
DATA IN- NC
NMEA T.BLU
2A
DATA IN+
NMEA GRN
PW
DATA OUT+
COAX YEL
VD TUNV
SHLD
VDR TI/GS

SHLD SHLD
TIR/GSR TIR/GSR
COAX
TI/GS VD
WHT SHLD
BZ/TUNI VDR
YEL WHT
TUNV BZ/TUNI
T.ORN GRN
INTSW PW
CFQ-6531-10/15

Figure 2-4 Interconnection Diagram

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Installation Procedure
Installation
CAUTION
Insluate the GPS/DGPS sensor case from ground.
Without insulation, a considerable amount of
current frow from ground to this equipment.
A considerable amount of current may cause
equipment damage.

The aluminum bottom of the GPS112/DGPS212 are designed so that it can

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be installed on the navigation antenna mount unit or on an extension mast
conforming to 1” x 14 NPT standards. The aluminum casing is negative earth, so
a plastic mounting unit should be used to prevent any corrosive activity from
developing. The bottom of the receiver is provided with a slot to allow the
receiver cable to be pulled out to the side. This eliminates the need of pulling the
cable through the center of an extension mast.

When twisting on the receiver be careful not to damage the cable.

Avoid thread damage Grip and turn from the base

Figure 2-5 Installation

When the cable is pulled through the

center of the extension mast, it is
recommended that RTV silicon sealant be
used to seal off the cable slot on the
bottom of the receiver to protect it from The Wrap or
the environment. When the cable is pulled Seal with Tape Cable
out through the slot, secure it in position RTV
to protect it against damage due to
vibration. Then seal the slot on the receiver
bottom with the RTV silicon sealant. Figure 2-6 Appearance

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 Belt fitting method

GPS/DGPS
Sensor

Do not coil the fitting

belt around the
aluminum base.

20mm
(Sensor case bottom
to Mast top)
Plastic
Cable Mounting
Section 2 Installation

Unit Fitting belt

Mast
(ø26- ø50)

1. Loosen the fitting belt screw 2. Coil the fitting belt around 3. Tighten the clamp screw
with a screwdriver and the mast as shown below. with a screwdriver.
remove the clamp.
Clamp

Minus screw driver

Figure 2-7 Belt Fitting Method

ATTENTION
• Do not fasten the junction of connectors with the
fitting belt.
It may cause connector damage.
• Do not coil the fitting belt around the aluminum base.
The aluminum base will be scratched with the belt
and may cause corrosion.

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Connecting DC Power
WARNING
Do not touch the ground terminal and vessel ground
on the display unit at the same time without the
ground terminal earthed. Otherwise, you may suffer
an electric shock.

CAUTION

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RED to the positive.
BLACK to the negative.
Do not mistake the colors, as doing so will cause a
malfunction.

Your unit is intended for use on vessels with 12 VDC power systems and it
can operate as long as the DC supply is maintained between 10.2 and 16.0 VDC.
The supplied 6.5 foot power cable assembly should reach the source of DC
power.

➔ On larger boats, route the power leads to the ship’s DC power distribution
panel. Connect to 10 amp or 10 amp (maximum) circuit breaker, as the unit is
fused at 10 amps.
➔ On smaller vessels connect the power leads directly to the main battery
isolation switch or breaker.

Avoid grouping the unit’s power connections with radar, radio, or Loran-C
power leads on the same circuit breaker. Separate the wiring as much as possible
from other devices to prevent electrical noise interference.
Although the unit’s power consumption is approx. 50 watts, if you need to
extend the power cable leads by more than 10 feet, increase the wire size of the
leads accordingly to minimize line losses. For runs of 20-35 feet, #10 AWG is
recommended.

➔ Connect the RED wire to the positive (+) source terminal as shown in Figure
2-8.
➔ Connect the BLACK wire to the negative (-) source terminal as shown in
Figure 2-8.

If the power leads are accidentally reversed, the in-line fuse will blow. If this
happens, recheck the polarity of the connections with a volt-meter (VOM) and, if
necessary, reverse the leads for proper connection.
Then, replace the fuse.
If the unit will not turn on and you suspect that you may have reversed the
power connections, check the DC power lines all the way back to the battery. If
the polarity is not correct, properly reconnect the leads and try again.

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 The unit is internally protected Connect to GPS
from accidental reverse polarity. compass or
magnetic compass
Reversing the power leads will
not damage the unit, it will Scanner
(NKE-1065)
simply not turn on.

Connector to
CAUTION GPS/DGPS
Be careful not to injure Sensor
JRC type GPS112 or
your finger or hand by DGPS212
the waterproof cap
mounting groove when
installing the power cable.
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10 amp fuse
Connect to
NMEA0183
Input/Output

Ship's Ground
BLACK System
−
RED
+

Figure 2-8

Grounding the Display Unit

One very important requirement in installation of shipboard electronics is to
obtain the cleanest, noise-free environment possible so each piece of electronic
equipment can work to its best performance levels. This requirement is
accomplished by assuring a proper connection from each equipment to the ship’s
RF ground system. The ground provides a drain for shipboard noise transmission
and pickup.
A separate ground wire of # 10 or # 12 AWG (# 10 recommended) should be
connected from the ground terminal on the rear of the unit to the nearest
connection point of the ship’s ground system.
Normally, on a steel hull boat, a good clean connection to the hull provides a
sufficient ground. On a fiberglass or wood hull, connection to a ground plate or
to the engine block and other bonded groundwork should be acceptable.

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Connecting GPS/DGPS Sensor or Making
NMEA0183 Data Connections (Option)
When displaying the latitude and longitude of your vessel on the screen, or
using the NAVIGATION mode, you are required to connect the optional
GPS112 or DGPS212 sensor to the RADAR 1800, or input the data of
navigational information in the NMEA0183 format from navigation equipment.
Connecting GPS112 or DGPS212 sensor

CAUTION

Section 2 Installation
Only the GPS/DGPS sensors manufactured by JRC
can be connected directly to the GPS connector at
the rear panel. If those other than manufactured by
JRC are connected, the equipment may be damaged.

When using the GPS112 or DGPS212 sensor, connect the 5-pin antenna
connector attached to the signal cable of the sensor to the “GPS” connector at the
rear panel of the unit.
With this, it is possible to receive the necessary data of navigational
information from the GPS112 or DGPS 212 sensor. It is advisable, however, to
perform initial settings according to your conditions using the GPS SETTING,
DGPS SETTING menu of the unit for more precise navigational information.
Refer to p.91 and p.92 for the information about initial settings for each sensor.
Making NMEA0183 data connections
When receiving navigational data information in the NMEA0183 format
from navigation equipment other than this unit, you are required to make a
connecting cable using the 5-pin connector (model 6-282-5SG-325, CONXALL)
and connect it to the “NMEA” connector at the rear panel of the unit.
Connect the 5-pin connector and the connecting cable as shown in Figure
2-9.

Data - OUTPUT
NMEA 0183 OUTPUT
Locating Dot
Data + OUTPUT

Data Input
NMEA 0183 INPUT
Data Common

Viewed from solder side of connector body

Figure 2-9

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 The procedure to assemble the connector is as follows. Please refer to Figure
2-11.

q Feed the end of the cable through the backshell, rubber grommet and cou-
pling ring in the order and position drawn.
w Strip the cable as shown in Figure 2-10. Begin soldering the conductors to
the connector pins, as shown in the appropriate diagram for the NMEA
connectors. Verify that each connector is firmly soldered and that no stray
wires are shorting adjacent pins.
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Diameter 6.4~6.9 4.8 (3/16) 7.9

(0.25~0.27) (5/16)

12.7 (1/2) MAX

Unit : mm (inch)

Figure 2-10
e Slide the coupling ring over the body of the connector and beyond the
locking projections on each side, it may be necessary to rotate the ring
slightly for it to pass by the locking tabs.
r Push the rubber grommet forward as far as possible to seat it snugly against
the connector body.
t Push the backshell all the way forward. It must first compress the rubber
grommet, then be twisted over the (2) locking posts on the connector body.
This is a tight connection. For leverage it may be helpful to first insert and
lock the connector into its mating plug on the RADAR 1800 back panel.

PIN
GROMMET CONTACTS

BACKSHELL COUPLING RING CONNECTOR BODY

Figure 2-11

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Connecting Electronic Compass/ GPS
Compass (Option)
By connecting the NMEA-183 formatted output (HDM) or the optional
GPS Compass (JLR-10), the realtime and precise course information is input and
you can use more precise North-Up or Course-Up mode.

Connection

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RED: Ship’s main
RED BLK: Ship’s main
BLK
YEL: Compass Data
YEL
GRN GRN: Compass Data

From GPS Compass

or Magnetic Compass
CFQ-6532(Power Cable)

Figure 2-12

Initial Operation and Set-up

Inspection after Installation
After completing the installation and prior to energizing the equipment, it is
necessary to ensure that all steps of the installation were accomplished in
accordance with the instructions. Make sure that:
q The cables are not pinched or damaged.
w The allowed voltage is not exceeded and the polarity is correct.
e All bolts are tight.
r The power cable shields have been properly connected to Boat Main ground.

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 Operating the INSTALLATION menu
INSTALLATION To access this menu:
SIMULATION OFF Press MENU key to display the MAIN menu.
INITIAL POS. N 0°00.000’
E 0°00.000’ Select INSTALLATION> by Joystick up/down, push Joystick . The
CLOCK ADJUST 00/00/0000
00:00
INSTALLATION menu is displayed.
DATE & TIME 12HOUR
RADAR ADJUST> This menu includes various settings required for installation, such
DATA IN/OUT >
UNITS > as the selection of the external data input method and unit, or the
CALIBRATION > initial setting of the radar initial adjustment or the GPS/DGPS
OPERATION >
antenna. After installing the RADAR1800, use this menu to make your
settings.
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RADAR SET UP
RADAR ADJUST The RADAR ADJUST menu contains settings which should be
EBL BEARING REL done at installation or after any repairs to optimize the performance of
PRF SHIFT 20
BEARING 0
the radar system. It is recommended that the radar be run in transmit
DISPLAY TIMING 561 mode for at least 10 minutes before adjusting the Preset Tuning in order
TUNE PRESET 32
STC PRESET 57
to stabilize the transmitter circuit first. It is also recommended to adjust
the Preset Tuning first as the other adjustments will be easier to do after
that. If Preset tuning is not correct, then the Auto Tune may not work
or may not work correctly and receiving targets will be decreased or
eliminated. If Preset STC is up too high the loss of closer in targets will
occur. These are the 2 most important adjustments for viewing target
echos. Bearing alignment and Range (Timing) adjustments are
important for correct picture orientation and safety.
In the INSTALLATION menu, select RADAR ADJUST> menu
by Joystick up/down, push Joystick .
The RADAR ADJUST menu is displayed.

TUNE PRESET
From the RADAR ADJUST menu move the Joystick up or down
TUNE PRESET to move the hiliter onto Tune Preset, then press the Joystick one time
40 to select it. The TUNE PRESET popup menu shows the tuning
condition. The bar graph in the bottom of the screen shows the relative
position of the adjustment control. Move the Joystick right or left
while watching the echo targets and the upper bar graph. The upper bar
graph should peak to the right at the same point where the targets show
as the largest. When you achieve the best adjustment, push the
Joystick once to save it.
Perform this step after the radar has been transmitting for 10 minutes.
• Set the range scale to 3 NM.
• Turn SEA and RAIN all the way down.
• Turn IR off.
• Set gain to a level just below the level where noise specks show on the
screen.
• In the RADAR ADJUST menu, select TUNE PRESET by Joystick
up/down, and push Joystick .
The TUNE PRESET pop-up menu is displayed.
• Move the bar by Joystick right/left to get the strongest signal back.
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Note:
There may be 2 positions where the targets are strong. Select the one that
has the larger value of “TUNE PRESET”.
• Push the Joystick to save and exit.

Relative BEARING alignment

This adjustment should be performed after installation or a master BEARING
reset to avoid incorrect bearing readouts and picture orientation. Using
the 1.5 NM range, identify a small target such as a boat or buoy that 0
can be seen both visually and on the radar. Point the boat so the target
is visually dead ahead. If the radar target does not also show on the
heading line proceed with this adjustment. In the Radar Adjust menu

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select BEARING by Joystick up/down, moving the hiliter, and
selecting by pushing the Joystick . Move the dashed Electronic Bearing
Line (EBL) by Joystick left/right to bisect the radar target that should
be dead ahead. Push the Joystick once. Move the EBL to dead ahead
and push the Joystick again to rotate the picture by the offset just
indicated.

DISPLAY TIMING
This step must be performed. Failure to perform this step may DISPLAY TIMING
result in incorrect target distance reading.
• Set the range scale to 0.25 NM. 840
• Locate a pier, a jetty, a bridge (close to water line) or any other straight
object. Position the vessel so that it appears on the display. It does not
matter which way you are facing.
• In the RADAR ADJUST menu, select DISPLAY TIMING by
Joystick up/down, and push Joystick .
The DISPLAY TIMING pop-up menu is displayed.
• If the bridge, pier or jetty does not appear to be in a straight line on
the display, then the DISPLAY TIMING needs to be adjusted.
• Use the Joystick right/left to adjust the timing and make the object
appear straight on the display.
• Press Joystick when done.

STC PRESET
This step must be performed. Failure to perform this step may STC PRESET
result in incorrect sea clutter suppressing.
• Set the range scale to 6 NM. 57
• Turn IR off, STC to maximum, and set gain to maximum.
• In the RADAR ADJUST menu, select STC PRESET by Joystick
up/down, and push Joystick .
The STC PRESET pop-up menu is displayed.
• Use the Joystick to remove all background noise from 0-3 NM.
• Press Joystick when done.
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 Connecting Personal Computer
Connect the RADAR 1800 to a personal computer as follows in order to
transfer data between them.
Section 2 Installation

Cable connection

Personal computer RADAR 1800

CD (1) NC (1)
RD (2) RD (2)
TD (3) TD (3)
DTR (4) NC (4)
SG (5) SG (5)
DSR (6) NC (6)
RTS (7) RTS (7)
CTS (8) CTS (8)
RI (9) NC (9)

Signal specification
RS-232C
BAUD RATE 38,400 bps

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Inserting a Chart Card
q Check that the card is C-MAP NT C-Card with the required chart stored on
it.
w Open the card cover, at the higher left of the display front panel.
e Hold the card with the title label towards the left and upside down, as shown
in the illustration.
r Gently push the card into one of the two slots. It will only go in if it is the
correct way round. Push the card in as far as it will go, then move it to the
right so that the top is under the retaining pegs. The card will be held in
place by the pegs.

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t Close the card cover so that it clicks shut, to prevent water from entering the
display unit.

n
ctro
ele nly
Thissed o ove
u g
ial d
offic art an n
BOTTOM

ch atio
ig
nav

PUSH
OPEN

Figure 2-13

Removing a Chart Card

q Open the card cover, at the higher left of the display front panel.
w Push the card in to disengage from the pegs, then remove it.
e Close the card cover so that it clicks shut, to prevent water from entering the
display unit.

Note:
• Turn off the power when removing the chart card.
Removing the chart card when the chart is being updated may cause an erroneous
chart to be displayed. If an erroneous chart is displayed, do enlarge/reduce and re-
display the chart.

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 SECTION 3 Operation
Screen Layout

SHIP POSITION COURSE & SPEED

BEARING MODE
OWN SHIP ICON GPS STATUS
EBL & VRM
N 35° 41.054'COG185.7° GPS JOG-DIAL
RANGE SCALE & W139° 34.472'SOG 0.0KTS FUNCTION
RANGE RING 3 EBL 25.0VRM1.21 VRM
R NM S LEVEL
INTERVAL .5 HUP R
PROC1 G S : SEA
VIDEO PROCESS T1M TAUTO R : RAIN
EXP GZ
Trail interval 04 G : GAIN
IR
T : TUNE
TARGET
EXPANDER GUARD ZONE
(Mode & Level)
INTERFERENCE
REJECTION EBL
Section 3 Operation

HEADING LINE RANGE RINGS

VRM

DATE & TIME APR09 04:11A

N 35 41. 54' BRG 0.0
E 139 34.472' RNG 0.00NM

CURSOR INFORMATION
(Position, Bearing & Distance)

Figure 3-1 Radar mode

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No. ITEMS Displaying symbols
q OWN SHIP ICON Selected own ship ICON.
w SHIP POSITION Ship position is available when used with GPS/
DGPS sensors or NMEA0183 format data is
received.
e COURSE & SPEED COG (the ship’s course over the ground) and
SOG (the ship’s speed over the ground) appears.
r GPS STATUS DGPS : Differential GPS fix.
DGPS-W : Differential GPS fix (WAAS TYPE)
GPS : GPS fix.
NO FIX : Fix not available or invalid.
NO DATA : No position data input.
(NO GPS/DGPS sensor connected)
t RANGE SCALE & RANGE RING INTERVAL Used range scale and range ring interval.
y VIDEO PROCESS Radar video processing type.
OFF : No process. (No title display)
PROC1 : Processing type 1.
PROC2 : Processing type 2.
PROC3 : Processing type 3.
u TRAIL INTERVAL Trail interval and condition.
OFF : No trail. (no title display)
0.5 - 6 : Trail interval. (Unit: min)

Section 3 Operation
CONT : Continuous trail.
i TARGET EXPANDER Target expander.
OFF : No expansion. (No title display)
ON : Target expansion.
o INTERFERENCE REJECTION Radar interference rejection. (IR)
OFF : IR off. (No title display)
ON : IR on.
!0 BEARING MODE Azimuth stabilization mode with symbol.
HUP : Head up.
NUP : North up.
CUP : Course up.
(NUP and CUP mode needs heading data)
!1 EBL & VRM Numerical display EBL and VRM.
!2 JOG-DIAL FUNCTION Selecting JOG-DIAL.
(SEA/RAIN/GAIN/TUNE/EBL/VRM)
!3 LEVEL indicator “AUTO” is displayed in automatic mode.
!4 GUARD ZONE Guard zone.
Mode : IN/OUT alarm.
Level : Threshold level.
!5 HEADING LINE Ship’s heading line.
!6 VRM VRM display. (Variable Range Marker)
!7 EBL EBL display. (Electric Bearing Line)
!8 RANGE RINGS Range ring display.
!9 DATE & TIME Month/Day Hour/Minute
@0 CURSOR INFORMATION LAT/LON of the cursor, the distance between the
vessel and the cursor, the bearing of the cursor
appear.

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 SHIP POSITION COURSE & SPEED GPS STATUS

N 4 2° 3 4 . 2 5 5 ' C O G 1 2 2 . 3° DGPS
W 1 2 2° 1 9 . 4 8 7 ' S O G 2 5 . 5 K T S
N 4 3° 1 7 . 1 8 1 '
W 1 2 4° 2 4 . 2 1 5 '
B R G 2 9 5 . 8° CURSOR
RNG 2426NM INFORMATION

Figure 3-2 Plotter mode

Section 3 Operation

No. ITEMS Displaying symbols

q SHIP POSITION Ship position is available when used with GPS/DGPS
sensors or NMEA 0183 format data is received.
w COURSE & SPEED COG (the ship’s course over the ground) and
SOG (the ship’s speed over the ground) appears.
e GPS STATUS DGPS : Differential GPS fix. (Beacon TYPE)
DGPS-W : Differential GPS fix (WAAS TYPE)
GPS : GPS fix
NO FIX : Fix not available or invalid
NO DATA : No position data input (No GPS/DGPS
sensor connected)
r CURSOR INFORMATION LAT/LON of the cursor, the distance between the
vessel and the cursor, the bearing of the cursor appear.
The information about the cursor can be selected whether
or not to display. (Refer to “CURSOR INFO” p.91)

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Control Panel
Figure 3-3 shows the panel keys and their functions.

q
w
MOB MENU
e
!4 PUSH
OPEN r
PUSH
SELECT t
C-MAP CARD
RANGE
y
NAV
PUSH
EVENT/ENT
u
MODE

!5 PUSH
EBL/VRM

CENTER
i
OPEN

BRT/CLR
o
STBY
OFF
TX
OFF
!0
PC I/F PORT

RADAR1800
!1
COLOR LCD RADAR-PLOTTER

!2

!3

Section 3 Operation
Figure 3-3

Control Panel
No. Keys Functions
q MOB Man Over Board
w MENU Push to display the menu.
e JOG-DIAL Push and turn: Select function and adjust level.
Push: Select SEA, RAIN, GAIN, TUNE controls
repeatedly.
In AUTO mode, skip SEA or TUNE control.
Turn: SEA: reduces sea clutter.
RAIN: reduces rain or snow clutter.
GAIN: controls strength of returned echoes.
TUNE: manually fine tunes receiver by peaking
tuning bar.
No tuning bar in AUTO tune mode.
EBL: rotate EBL to CW or CCW
VRM: increase or decrease VRM
BRIGHT: used to adjust display backlighting.
CONTRAST: used to change LCD contrast
setting for best visual display.

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 No. Keys Functions
r RANGE Sets range scale by SOFT Key.
t JOY-STICK Position cursor setting.
Up/Down/Right/Left: Selects and changes an item when each
menu is displayed.
Push: Fixes the set value when each menu is displayed.
Enters a marker when no menu is displayed.
Registers EVENT in the NAVIGATION mode.
y NAV Executes or stops navigation to the desired waypoint or of the
planned route.
u MODE Switches among the Radar and Plotter mode displays.
i EBL/VRM Activates EBL or VRM on the display.
A short press will turn on/off selected EBL/VRM.
Press and hold, to select and control the desired EBL or VRM by
rotating the Jog Dial .
o CENTER To shift own ship on radar screen in Radar mode and Radar/
Chart mode.
!0 BRT/CLR Press and hold, set the brightness or contrast of the LCD with
Joystick or Jog Dial .
Acknowledge of alarm.
Abort setting value.
Section 3 Operation

!1 TX/OFF Turns transmitter ON and activates Radome.

Press STBY/OFF and TX/OFF keys simultaneously to turn off.
!2 STBY/OFF Turns ON power to Display and Scanner and activates 90 second
count-down timer.
Press to go into Stand-by mode while in the Transmit mode.
Press STBY/OFF and TX/OFF keys simultaneously to turn off.
!3 Soft Keys Correspond to Soft Keys displayed at the bottom of the screen.
There may appear up to four Soft Keys according to the displayed
screen.
!4 Card Slot A built-in world map is available on C-MAP electronic chart.
(C-MAP Card) Card slot available for more detailed local C-Map charts.
!5 PC I/F Port Connect a personal computer for saving and loading navigation
data and user settings.

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Rear Panel

w
e

o i u yt

Figure 3-4

Section 3 Operation
Rear Panel
No. ITEMS Function
q Spacers
w Yoke Knobs
e Damping rubbers
r Yoke mount
t GROUND terminal Connects GROUND.
y NMEA connector Connects NMEA0183 format data
u GPS connector Connect GPS/DGPS SENSOR
* Connectable JRC’s GPS/DGPS sensor only.
(Refer to p.35)
i SCANNER connector Connects the scanner.
o DC12V / COMPASS connector Connects power supply and magnetic/GPS compass.

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 Basic Operations
When you turn the power of the RADAR 1800 on, the initial
screen appears.

RADAR 1800
COLOR RADAR/PLOTTER

NOTICE
THIS DEVICE IS ONLY AN AID
TO NAVIGATION AND IT IS
THE USER'S RESPONSIBILITY
TO EXERCISE COMMON PRUDENCE
AND NAVIGATIONAL JUDGEMENT.
THIS DEVICE SHOULD ALWAYS
AND ONLY BE USED IN
CONJUNCTION WITH UPDATED
GOVERNMENT CHARTS.

OPERATION TIME 0H
TX TIME 0H
SOFTWARE VERSION:R3.00
Section 3 Operation

COPYRIGHT 2000-2002

After approx. 15 seconds, the count down timer appears in Radar

full screen.

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The Power Control (Turning the
Radar ON and OFF)
• Push STBY/OFF once to turn the power on.
• Push TX/OFF to transmit.
• Push STBY/OFF to enter the stand-by mode.
• Push STBY/OFF and TX/OFF simultaneously to turn the power off.
When you:
• Push STBY/OFF a 90 second warm-up count down timer is activated.
• Push TX/OFF the radar transmits, the scanner begins to rotate and
echoes will appear on the screen.
• Push STBY/OFF the radar returns to stand-by mode to reduce battery
drain. The rotator stops.
• Push TX/OFF again, the radar reverts to full transmitting function.

LCD Backlight and Contrast

Control
• Push and hold BR T/CLR approximately 2 seconds to display the
BRT/CLR
BRIGHT/CONT
BRIGHT/CONT menu. Press the Joystick up or down to select
brightness or contrast. The selected item is highlighted. Press the 10

Section 3 Operation
Joystick to the left or right to adjust the brightness or contrast level. 5
Push the Joystick to complete the adjustment, and the menu closes.
If you make no operation for 7 seconds, the menu closes
automatically.

Display Modes
Press MODE to switch among the Plot mode screens.
N 35 ° 41.054'COG185.7 ° GPS N 42 ° 34.255'COG 92.5 ° DGPS N 42° 34.255'COG 92.5° DGPS
W139 ° 34.472'SOG 0.0KTS W122 ° 19.487'SOG 25.5KTS W122° 19.487'SOG 25.5KTS
3 EBL 25.0VRM1.21 VRM
R NM S
.5 HUP R
PROC1 G
T1M TAUTO
EXP GZ
IR 04

APR09 04:11A
N 35 41. 54' BRG 0.0
E 139 34.472' RNG 0.00NM

RADAR RADAR/CHART CHART

N 42° 34.255'COG 92.5° DGPS N 42 ° 34.255'COG 92.5 ° DGPS N 42° 34.255'COG 92.5° DGPS
W122° 19.487'SOG 25.5KTS W122 ° 19.487'SOG 25.5KTS W122° 19.487'SOG 25.5KTS
HDG ° SOG °
82.5
T 25.5
KTS
HDG
82.5 T
SOG
25.5 KTS
COG ° VMG OG
9 2.5 1 2.3 COG ° STW
T
SW
KTS
92.5 T 20.3 KTS
COG
92.5 °
T
BRG
72.5 °
T
BRG ° DPT
W 72.5 T 69.3 FT WPT 001 ABCDEFGH RNG 15.7 NM
S
WPT 001 ABCDEFGH RNG 15.7 NM
AWA
° ETA 21 OCT 10:54AM
SE
72 NW

3° XTE

TWD
0.02 0.1 0.1
N VESSEL POSITION
E 21 OCT 8:28AM 00.02
AWS NE TWS
N 4 2 ° 5 1 . 8 1 8 ' SOG DPT
13.4 KTS 12.3 KTS W 8 7 ° 5 1 . 1 3 6 ' 25.5 KTS 69.3 FT

OFF COURSE SHALLOW OFF COURSE SHALLOW OFF COURSE SHALLOW

VMG SOFT SOFT SOFT SOFT SOFT SOFT SOFT SOFT SOFT SOFT SOFT
STW KEY KEY KEY KEY KEY KEY KEY KEY KEY KEY KEY

WIND DATA NUM DATA CDI/COMPASS

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 Press Soft Key, there may appear the following Soft Keys.
CHART Changes the screen to the full chart screen.
FULL

RADAR Changes the screen to the full Radar screen.

FULL

DGPS Changes the screen to the DGPS status screen. Press the
INFO Soft Key again to return to the previous screen.

CENTER Redisplays the screen so that your vessel appears at the

center of the chart in the chart screen.

RADAR Mode
N 35° 41.054'COG185.7° GPS
W139° 34.472'SOG 0.0KTS Select RADAR to display the radar on the full screen.
Section 3 Operation

RADAR/CHART Mode
N 4 2° 3 4 . 2 5 5 ' C O G 9 2 . 5°
W 1 2 2° 1 9 . 4 8 7 ' S O G 2 5 . 5 K T S
DGPS
Select RADAR/CHART to display the radar/chart on the split screen.

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CHART Mode
Select CHART to display the chart on the full screen. N 42 ° 34.255'COG 92.5 °
W122 ° 19.487'SOG 25.5KTS
DGPS

Course Deviation Indicator (CDI)/COMPASS Mode

Select CDI/COMPASS to display the navigation full screen display. The N 42° 34.255'COG 92.5°
W122° 19.487'SOG 25.5KTS
DGPS

navigation display includes the numerical data, compass window and

highway window. Three types of information are displayed at the same COG ° BRG °
92.5 T 72.5 T
time. The numerical data includes such information as water depth, vessel
W PT 001 ABCDEFGH RNG 15.7 N M
speed, course, and your vessel’s position. The compass window indicates
the relation between your vessel’s course and the destination. The

Section 3 Operation
highway window indicates your vessel’s position relative to the course. To
display the information mentioned above, however, it is necessary to 0.1 0.1

connect a GPS/DGPS sensor (optional) and Navigation. 00.02

SOG DPT
Navigation mode displays data 25.5 KTS 69.3 FT

OFF COURSE SHALLOW

[Highway window] SOFT
KEY
SOFT
KEY
SOFT
KEY
SOFT
KEY

CDI range

Vessel position marker

Waypoint marker
(deviation from course)

[Compass window]

Vessel course marker Bearing marker Vessel heading marker

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 [Numeric Data]
DPT : Depth
SOG : Speed (Over Ground) (unit: KTS=knots, KPH=km/hour,
MPH=mile/hour)
WPT: Waypoint ID
COG:Vessel course over ground (unit: degree/ T=true,
M=magnetic)
BRG : Bearing to destination (unit: degree/ T=true, M=magnetic)
RNG: Distance to destination (unit:0.1 NM)
XTE : Cross track error. Deviation from course and direction to
steer (unit:0.1 NM)
Steering required to return to the planned course is indicated
t (Left) and s (Right)
Notes:
• To display the vessel heading marker and HDG (Vessel heading), it is
necessary to receive the vessel heading data in the NMEA0183 standard
format. You need to connect the specified signal line to the NMEA
connector or DC12V/ COMPASS connector on the rear panel to receive
the vessel heading data.
• To display the water depth data, it is necessary to receive the depth data in
Section 3 Operation

the NMEA0183 standard format. You need to connect the specified signal
line to the NMEA connector on the rear panel to receive the water depth
data.

NUM DATA Mode

N 42° 34.255'COG 92.5°
W122° 19.487'SOG 25.5KTS
DGPS
Select NUM DATA to display the numeric display. The numeric
HDG ° SOG
82.5 T 25.5 KTS display includes the numerical data of various navigation information
°
COG
92.5 T
STW
20.3 KTS
such as water depth, vessel speed, course, heading direction, deviation
BRG
72.5 °
T
DPT
69.3 FT
from the course, your vessel’s position, and so on. To display the
WPT 001 ABCDEFGH RNG 15.7 N M
information mentioned above, however, it is necessary to connect a
E T A 21 OCT 10:54AM GPS/DGPS sensor (optional) and activate Navigational equipment.
XTE
Notes:
0.02
VESSEL POSITION
• To display the vessel heading marker and HDG (Vessel heading), it is
21 OCT 8:28AM necessary to receive the vessel heading data in the NMEA0183 standard
N 4 2 ° 5 1 . 8 1 8 '
W 8 7 ° 5 1 . 1 3 6 ' format. You need to connect the specified signal line to the NMEA
OFF COURSE SHALLOW
SOFT SOFT SOFT SOFT
connector or DC12V/ COMPASS connector on the rear panel to receive
KEY KEY KEY KEY
the vessel heading data.
• To display the water depth data, it is necessary to receive the depth data in
the NMEA0183 standard format. You need to connect the specified signal
line to the NMEA connector on the rear panel to receive the water depth
data.
• To display the speed through the water (STW), it is necessary to receive the
speed through the water data in the NMEA0183 standard format. You
need to connect the specified signal line to the NMEA connector on the
rear panel to receive the water speed data.

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WIND DATA Mode
To display the wind display with numerical data, it is necessary to N 42° 34.255'COG 92.5°
W122° 19.487'SOG 25.5KTS
DGPS

HDG ° SOG
receive the wind direction/speed data and the vessel reading/course data 82.5 T 25.5
KTS
COG ° VMG OG
from external navigation aids. 9 2.5 T 1 2.3
KTS
SW

Notes: S
W

• To display the wind data, it is necessary to receive the wind data in the AWA
°
NMEA0183 standard format. You need to connect the specified signal SE
72 NW

3°
line to the NMEA connector on the rear panel to receive the wind data. TWD

• Skipped WIND Mode if there is no wind data. E

N
AWS NE TWS

13.4 KTS 12.3 KTS

OFF COURSE SHALLOW
Vessel’s Information/Waypoint’s VMG
STW
SOFT
KEY
SOFT
KEY
SOFT
KEY

Information
• Press MENU to display the following menu. Press soft Key 1 and
the status at the top of the screen changes. To change to the next
status, push MENU again, and it can be changed by pressing Soft
Key 1.

VESSEL GRAPH FIND

Section 3 Operation
INFO 1 ON
(Soft Key 1) (Soft Key 2) (Soft Key 3) (Soft Key 4)

VESSEL Information about your vessel’s position, course, speed,

INFO 1 and the GPS/DGPS status is displayed.
N 4 2 ° 3 4. 25 5' CO G1 22 .3 ° T DGPS
W 1 2 2 ° 1 9.4 87 'S OG 2 5. 5KTS
VESSEL Information about your vessel’s course, speed, tripped
INFO 2 distance, water temperature, and the GPS/DGPS status
is displayed.
COG122.3° T T RI P 25 .8NMDGPS
S O G 2 5 .5 KT S TE MP 1 7. 5°C

Note:
• Temperature data is displayed when received the water temperature data
from an external water temperature gauge.
V E S S E L Information about your vessel’s course, speed, water
I N F O 3 depth, and the GPS/DGPS status is displayed.

COG122.3° DEP
SOG 25.5KTS 9999.9 F T D G P S
Note:
• Information about the depth of the water is displayed when it has been
attained.

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 WPT Information about the position, direction, and distance
INFO 1 of a waypoint and the GPS/DGPS status is displayed.
N 4 2 ° 34.255' BRG122.3 ° TDGPS
W 12 2 ° 19.487' RNG 5.5NM

WPT Information about the name, and distance of a waypoint,

INFO 2 the estimated time of arrival, and the GPS/DGPS status
is displayed.
S EA TL E ETA 9:45ADGPS
R NG 5.5NM 21 OCT

Graph Display
GRAPH You can display a one-hour history of changes in the
ON graphs for water temperature, depth, and ship’s speed by
using these soft keys.
Select the item to display beforehand in GRAPH
DISPLAY in THE GRAPH SETTING MENU. (Refer
to p.87)
Press the BR T/CLR key to delete the graph.
BRT/CLR

Finding Function
Section 3 Operation

FIND By using this function you can easily find your

destination as well as the nearest port and tidal station.

FIND ITEMS Nearest port

• Search for the port that is nearest to your boat or nearest to the cursor.
NEAREST PORT
PORT BY NAME Port by name
TIDE STATION
• Search for a port that includes a specified name, a maximum of ten
WAYPOINT ports are listed.
• By specifying the target port on the list, a chart of that port’s
surrounding area is displayed.

Tidal station
• Search for the tidal station that is closest to the cursor or to your boats
present position, a maximum of ten tidal stations are listed.
• By specifying the target tidal station on the list, that sector’s tidal
graph is displayed.

Waypoint
• Displays a list of destinations.
• By specifying the target destination on the list, a chart of that
destination’s surrounding area is displayed.

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Using the Jog Dial
• Push and turn: Select function and adjust level.
Push: Select SEA, RAIN, GAIN, TUNE controls repeatedly. In
AUTO mode, skip control.
Selected control is displayed highlighted.
Turn: SEA: reduces sea clutter. No bar in Auto
mode.
RAIN: reduces rain or snow clutter.
GAIN: controls strength of returned echoes.
TUNE: manually fine tunes receiver by peaking
tuning bar. No tuning bar in AUTO
tune.
EBL: rotate EBL to CW or CCW
VRM: increase or decrease VRM
BRIGHT: Adjusts display backlighting.
CONTRAST: Adjusts the LCD contrast level.

Using the Joy Stick

Normally use the Joystick to move the cursor (8 directions) and

Section 3 Operation
to use the menus. Or press the Joystick to do the following.
• Position cursor setting.
• Up/Down/Right/Left: Selects and changes an item when each menu
is displayed.
• Push: Fixes the set value when each menu is
displayed.
Enters a marker when no menu is displayed.
Registers EVENT or WAYPOINT in the
CHART mode. (Refer to p.71)

Changing CURSOR Operation in

RADAR/CHART Mode
• Press and hold Joystick approximately 2 seconds to jump the cursor
to another screen in RADAR/CHART mode.
• The color of cursor is white in the RADAR screen and black in the
CHART screen.

General MENU Operation MENU

RADAR SETTING>
Following the basic operation described below, you can easily perform PLOT SETTING >
GRAPH SETTING>
all menu operations using only the Joystick . GPS SETTING >
DGPS SETTING >
Selecting an item: WAAS SETTING >
INSTALLATION >
• Press the Joystick up or down to select an item and push it to CUSTOM SETUP >
complete the selection. When you select a normal item, the pull-down MEMORY COPY >
ALARM SETTING>
menu of the selected item opens. Select an item with ‘>’ mark to EDIT >
display the submenu in the next hierarchy.

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 Changing settings:
• When settings are specified by numerical values, press the Joystick
up or down to change the values. When settings are specified by bar
chart or by other items, press the Joystick to the left or right to
change the settings.

Entering changes:
• Push the Joystick to enter the change. If you want to cancel the
change, push BR T/CLR before completing it.
BRT/CLR
You can display the top Menu by pressing the MENU key.
Pressing the MENU again or BR T/CLR closes the menu.
BRT/CLR

BUZZER Buzzer ON/OFF

OFF ON • Press MENU , select the “ALARM SETTING>” and push the
Joystick, the “ALARM SETTING” menu is displayed.
Select the “BUZZER” and push the Joystick , the “BUZZER” pop-
up menu is displayed.
Change settings to ON/OFF by pressing the Joystick to right or left.
MASTER RESET
Setting LANGUAGE
Section 3 Operation

SELECT YOUR LANGUAGE.

• When you push STBY/OFF to turn the power on while pushing
ENGLISH
FRANCAIS MOB and MENU at the same time, the MASTER RESET
DEUTSCH display and you can select your language. Press the Joystick up or
ITALIANO
NORSK down to select a language and push it in to open MASTER RESET
ESPANYOL type select display. Press the Joystick up or down to select HARD or
SOFT and push it in to select OK or CANCEL for the select
language and the reset type.
Press the Joystick to the left or right to select OK and push it in to
MASTER RESET excute the MASTER reset. After the MASTER reset is executed, the
SELECT RESETTING TYPE.
RADAR 1800 is rebooted automatically. To abort the MASTER reset,
SOFT select CANCEL and push the Joystick .
HARD
(Refer to “Master Reset and Language Select Operation” p.110)
SOFT:
INITIALIZE ALL SETTINGS
WITHOUT CLEAR WPT&ROUTE
DATA
HARD:
INITIALIZE ALL SETTINGS
WITH CLEAR WPT&ROUTE DATA.

MASTER RESET
YOUR SELECTS

ENGLISH

SOFT RESET

EXECUTE MASTER RESET.

ARE YOU SURE?

OK CANCEL

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Radar Operation
All radar functions operates only in the RADAR full screen or in
the RADAR/CHART screen. If any other screen mode is selected the
radar will be put into standby mode.

Selecting a RANGE
[RADAR full screen mode]
• Press RANGE to display two Soft Keys.

RANGE RANGE
- +

RANGE Decrease the range scale. The minimum range scale is

- 0.125NM.

RANGE Increase the range scale. The maximum range scale is

+ 24nm.

Section 3 Operation
The range rings are automatically set to correspond with this selection.

[RADAR/CHART screen mode]

• Press RANGE to display four Soft Keys.

ZOOM ZOOM RANGE RANGE

IN OUT - +

ZOOM Magnify the chart.

IN

ZOOM Reduce the chart.

OUT

RANGE Decrease the range scale. The minimum range scale is

- 0.125 NM.

RANGE Increase the range scale. The maximum range scale is

+ 24 nm.
The range rings are automatically set to correspond with this selection.

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 Adjusting Receiver Sensitivity
• Press the Jog Dial until GAIN is highlighted in the upper right
corner of the display. Rotate the Jog Dial clockwise or
counterclockwise, to vary the gain and thus control the strength of
echo returns on the radar screen.
An on-screen bar indicates the gain level selected. The proper setting
is when the background noise is just visible on the screen. (i.e. a light
speckled effect)

Adjusting TUNING
This procces is for Manual Tuning mode only. Manual Tuning can be
selected by MENU, RADAR SETTING, TUNE – Manual or
Automatic.
• Press the Jog Dial until TUNE is highlighted in the upper right
corner of the display. Rotate the Jog Dial clockwise or
counterclockwise, to maximize the target echo. If there is no large,
identifiable target (e.g. big ship or land) within range, select SEA
CLUTTER and turn the control to minimum. Use these echoes from
wave crests to adjust the tuning bar for fullest attainable deflection.
This is best done with the range set to 3 NM or 6 NM. An on-screen
bar indicates the manual tune is selected.
Section 3 Operation

When the radar has warmed up, it may be necessary to make a further
fine tune adjustment.
AUTO TUNE
The RADAR 1800 has an automatic tuning feature. In this mode, the
radar automatically tunes itself for best efficiency at all ranges. (Refer to
p.63)

Reducing SEA CLUTTER

ATTENTION
The SEA CLUTTER control is normally only used
on the shorter ranges to suppress the effect of
sea clutter formed by breaking wave crests
which the radar "sees" as solid objects. An on-
screen bar indicates the sea level selected.
If the Sea Clutter reduction is turned up too far,
small targets will be lost also.
• Press the Jog Dial until SEA is highlighted in the upper right corner
of the display. Rotate the Jog Dial clockwise or counterclockwise, to
vary the sea clutter control and thus control the strength of echo
returns from the sea surface. The on-screen bar indicates the selected
level.
AUTO SEA
The RADAR 1800 has an automatic sea clutter control feature.
In this mode, the radar automatically suppress the effect of sea clutter.
(Refer to p.63)
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Adjusting RAIN CLUTTER
• Press the Jog Dial until RAIN is highlighted in the upper right
corner of the display. Rotate the Jog Dial clockwise or
counterclockwise, to vary the level and thus control the strength of
echoes returned from rain or snow.
An on-screen bar indicates the rain level selected. As you rotate
clockwise, the returned echoes will become narrower and the returns
from rain or snow will be reduced.

Setting OFFSET
• By pressing the CENTER key, the picture will be offset backwards by
1/3 of the range scale. Pressing CENTER again or switching modes
will restore the picture to the original centered display.

Range Measurement
q Count the number of range scale rings in use between the center of
the screen and the ring preceding the target. Add to this distance
between this nearest ring and the inner edge of the target.
w Using VRM
• Press the EBL/VRM key. If EBL is hilited, press and hold the

Section 3 Operation
EBL/VRM key to change the hiliter to VRM mode and activate the
dashed circular VRM ring.
Rotate the Jog Dial clockwise to expand the VRM ring and
increase it’s range or counterclockwise to decrease it’s range. The
actual target distance from the ship appears on the center top of
the screen in Radar full screen mode, or on the right side in
Radar/Chart screen mode. To turn off the VRM, press EBL/VRM
while VRM is hilited.
e Using cursor
The cross mark can be moved any direction by using the Joystick .
The cursor position (L/L), bearing and distance are displayed in
the bottom of the screen in radar full mode, or in the upper right
corner of the chart screen in split mode.
Unit of distance
• You can select a pair of speed and distance unit between KTS&NM,
KPH&KM, and MPH&SM. (Refer to p.100)

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 Bearing Measurement
q Using the bearing scale
Using the bearing scale on the screen, visually estimate a line from
the center of the display(ship’s position) projected through the
center of the target, to reach the bearing scale around the perimeter
of the display. The bearing which you obtain is the target’s relative
bearing in degrees.
The bearing scale is not usable in offset mode.
w Using EBL
Press the EBL/VRM key.
If VRM is highlighted, press and hold the EBL/VRM key to change
to EBL mode.
Rotate the Jog Dial clockwise or counterclockwise to move the
electronic bearing line to cut the center of the target. The target
bearing (in degrees relative to the ship) then appears at the top
center of the screen in full radar screen.
In case of RADAR/CHART screen, it is displayed right side of
center.
The bearing may be displayed in relative “R”, in true “T”, or in
Section 3 Operation

magnetic “M” depending menu selection and what other

equipment is interfaced to the radar.
To turn off the EBL, press the EBL/VRM key while EBL is high-
lighted.
e Using cursor
The cross mark can be moved in any direction by using the
Joystick . The cursor position (L/L), bearing and distance are
displayed in the bottom of the screen in radar full mode, or in the
upper right corner of the chart screen in split mode.

Changing CURSOR Operation Mode

in RADAR/CHART Screen
• Press and hold Joystick approximately 2 seconds, the cursor jump to
another screen in RADAR/CHART mode.
• The color of cursor is white in the RADAR screen and black in the
CHART screen.

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RADAR Operating Menu
• Press MENU , select the “RADAR SETTING>” and push the RADAR SETTING
RINGS ON
Joystick , the “RADAR SETTING” menu is displayed. BEARING HUP
INTERFERENCE ON
SEA MANUAL
TUNE AUTO
EXPANDER OFF
PROCESS OFF
TRAILS OFF
CLEAR TRAILS OFF
TX-PLAN >
WAYPOINT OFF
COLOR >

RINGS
The fixed rings are used to estimate the distances to the targets.
RINGS
The interval between range rings is displayed at the upper left of the
screen just below the range scale indicator. OFF ON
The range rings can be turned to on or off via this menu.

• Select the “RINGS” in RADAR SETTING menu and push the

Joystick , the “RINGS” pull-down menu is displayed. Change
settings to ON/OFF by Joystick right or left and push Joystick .

Section 3 Operation
DISPLAY MODE (BEARING)
There are three bearing modes.
[HUP]
Most radar operators are familiar with seeing the radar picture aligned
BEARING
with the bow of the vessel. This type of radar display orientation makes
it easy to look out the windshield and identify the radar’s targets as they HUP
are positioned relative to the ship’s Heading line. NUP
[NUP] CUP
North up mode means the radar picture is positioned just like your CUP RESET
marine chart. 000˚ on the radar bearing scale is the same as True or
Magnetic North.
This mode requires an appropriate Heading input via COMPASS input
or NMEA input.
[CUP]
If having the radar picture turned around on the screen in the NUP
mode is confusing, you could select the CUP mode. The CUP mode
lets you rotate the radar picture so the vessel’s basic Course Heading
(and the Heading line) point at 000˚ on the bearing scale, similar to the
HUP mode. In CUP mode you can again reference the targets by
looking out the front window.
Note however, if the vessel changes direction, the radar picture will not
shift on the radar display in sync with the ship’s Heading changes. This
keeps all target plots stable and also provides a clear visual reference to
the operator on the impact of the vessel’s Heading shifts to the targets
around his vessel.
This mode requires an appropriate Heading input via COMPASS input
or NMEA input.
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 [CUP RESET]
After a course change, you can select CUP RESET so that the Heading
line is up at the head of the display.

• Select the “BEARING” in RADAR SETTING menu and push the

Joystick , the “BEARING” pull-down menu is displayed. Select
HUP/NUP/CUP/ CUP RESET by Joystick up or down and push
Joystick .

INTERFERENCE REJECTION
ATTENTION
Interference Rejection (IR) mode can be set to
"ON" or "OFF". The IR reduces "noise" on the
display caused by other radars. When active, the
"IR" is displayed at the upper left of the screen.
If you are navigating in a port area serviced by
RAYCON, you should turn off the IR mode in
order to see the RACON signals clearly.
Section 3 Operation

INTERFERENCE • Select the “INTERFERENCE” in RADAR SETTING menu and

push the Joystick , the “INTERFERENCE” pull-down menu is
OFF ON displayed. Change settings to ON/OFF by Joystick right or left and
push Joystick .
[PRF SHIFT]
• In case of dual radar installed or received other radar’s signal, which
radar use same PRF (Pulse Repetition Frequency), sometime appeared
strong interference as a concentric circle. In this case you can avoid
strong interference by PRF shift.

PRF SHIFT • Select PRF SHIFT at the RADAR ADJUST menu, press the
Joystick , the PRF SHIFT popup menu is displayed. You can change
20 PRF by Joystick right or left, after adjusting press Joystick .

• Press TX/OFF key while transmitting and you will shift the PRF
without having to use the PRF SHIFT popup menu.

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Setting AUTO/MANUAL SEA
Clutter Rejection
The RADAR 1800 has an automatic sea clutter control feature.
In this mode, the radar automatically suppress the effect of sea
clutter.
ATTENTION
The AUTO SEA is used to simply suppress sea
clutter returns. So no target in the sea clutter
can appear on the display clearly. Therefore, use
the manual SEA control during normal
operating conditions.

• Select the “SEA” in RADAR SETTING menu and push the SEA
Joystick , the “SEA” pull-down menu is displayed. Change settings to
ON/OFF by Joystick right or left and push Joystick . MANUAL AUTO
“AUTO” appears at a level bar indicator in AUTO SEA mode.

Setting AUTO/MANUAL TUNING

Section 3 Operation
ATTENTION
If the tuning of the receiver is deviated in the
AUTO TUNE mode, the best radar video may
not be obtained, in this case, adjust TUNE
control manually to obtain the best video
quality.

The RADAR 1800 can be tuned either automatically or manually.

If MANUAL TUNE is selected, a tuning bar indicator is displayed.
AUTO TUNE mode will automatically tune the radar for optimum
reception whenever the radar is tuned on, even if ranges are changed.
“AUTO” appears at a tuning bar indicator in AUTO TUNE mode.

• Select the “TUNE” in RADAR SETTING menu and push the TUNE
Joystick , the “TUNE” pull-down menu is displayed. Change settings
to AUTO or MANUAL by Joystick right or left and push Joystick . MANUAL AUTO

Target EXPANDER
This function gives the operator the ability to make small targets
appear bigger on the screen in depth for better viewing. This function
however enlarges all targets, so use of expansion mode should be limited
to only certain circumstances. When active, “EXP” is highlighted in the
upper left area of the screen.

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 EXPANDER • Select the “EXPANDER” in RADAR SETTING menu and push the
Joystick , the “EXPANDER” pull-down menu is displayed. Change
OFF ON settings to ON/OFF by Joystick right or left and push Joystick .

PROCESS
PROCESS This feature allows the operator to detect a weak signal target or to
detect a target in the sea clutter.
OFF Selecting “OFF” is no video processing. “PROCESS1” is used to
PROCESS1 detect a weak echo. “PROCESS2” and “PROCESS3” are used to scan
PROCESS2 correlation mode for use to detect a target in the sea clutter.
PROCESS3 “PROCESS3” is more effective than “PROCESS2” but response is
slow.
• Select “PROCESS” in RADAR SETTING menu and push the
Joystick to display the “PROCESS” pull-down menu. Select setting
by Joystick up or down and push Joystick .
Note:
• When PROCESS2 or PROCESS3 is used, an object moving with a high
speed is displayed dimly.
“PROCESS” is a very useful feature in the North stabilized or
Course stabilized heading mode.
Section 3 Operation

Note:
• Notice that when “PROCESS” is used, a target that is moving with a
relatively higher velocity than that of your own ship may provide weaker
echoes than actual ones in the display or may provide no echoes of the
target itself.

TRAILS
This feature allows the operator to see the past history of target
TRAILS
movement or behind the moving targets. Selecting “OFF” is no trails.
OFF The numerical selections, 0.5, 1, 3, and 6, represent the length of the
0.5MIN “trail time” in minutes. For example, if 3 minutes is selected as the
1 MIN interval, the trail presents the last 3 minutes of the target movement.
3 MIN This provides a visual indication of a targets relative speed and course.
6 MIN “CONTINUOUS” provides a continuous trail.
If range scale or bearing mode is changed, or offset display position
CONTINUOUS
by the offset function, or changed display mode “RADAR” full to
“RADAR/CHART”, the trails will be cleared and new trails will be
redrawn to the screen.
The trails are drawn for anything that move on screen, including
sea gulls, sea clutter, buoys, lobsterpots, and shoreline. In general, it is
better to use the trails feature away from harbor and the shoreline to
avoid a cluttered display and to concentrate on trails of target vessels.
If own vessel changes the course all trails are influenced in HUP
mode, it is better to use the trail feature in NUP mode or CUP mode.
• Select the “TRAILS” in RADAR SETTING menu and push the
Joystick , the “TRAILS” pull-down menu is displayed. Select settings
by Joystick up or down and push Joystick .
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CLEAR TRAILS
The trails are drawn for anything that move on screen, sometime
CLEAR TRAILS
the screen will be filled by trails. You can clear the screen.
YES NO
• Select the “CLEAR TRAILS” in RADAR SETTING menu and push
the Joystick , the “CLEAR TRAILS” pull-down menu is displayed.
Change settings to NO/YES by Joystick right or left and push
Joystick .

WAYPOINT
If you are proceeding on waypoint/route navigation, a waypoint WAYPOINT
symbol can be made to appear on the radar screen by activating the
WAYPOINT function in the RADAR SETTING menu. OFF ON
When the waypoint distance is within the selected range scale, the
waypoint is displayed as a “O”.
Numeric information data appear at the Top Status information
area. (Refer to Vessel’s Information/Waypoint’s Information p.53)

• Select the “WAYPOINT” in RADAR SETTING menu and push the

Section 3 Operation
Joystick , the “WAYPOINT” pull-down menu is displayed. Change
settings to ON/OFF by Joystick right or left and push Joystick .

Setting Radar COLOR

In this menu, you can select a color for ECHO , TRAILS, Back- COLOR
ground of PPI area, and Background of Character area. There may INSIDE BLUE
OUTSIDE SKY
appear the following setting item. After select item, the popup menu ECHO YELLOW
TRAILS SKY
may appear, select a color by Joystick up or down and push Joystick .

• Select the “COLOR>” item in RADAR SETTING menu and push

the Joystick , the “COLOR” menu is displayed.

[To change a background of the PPI area color]

• Select the “INSIDE” in COLOR menu and push the Joystick , the
INSIDE
“INSIDE” pull-down menu is displayed. Change settings by Joystick
right or left and push Joystick . BLACK
In this menu, you can select a background of the PPI area color in BLUE
black or blue.

[To change a background of the Character area color]

• Select the “OUTSIDE” in COLOR menu and push the Joystick , the
OUTSIDE
“OUTSIDE” pull-down menu is displayed. Change settings by
Joystick right or left and push Joystick . BLACK
In this menu, you can select a background of the PPI area color in SKY
black or blue.

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 [To change a echo color]
ECHO • Select the “ECHO” in COLOR menu and push the Joystick , the
“ECHO” pull-down menu is displayed. Change settings by Joystick
YELLOW right or left and push Joystick .
GREEN In this menu, you can select a echo color in yellow, green, orange, or
ORANGE color.
COLOR
[To change a trails color]
TRAILS • Select the “TRAILS” in COLOR menu and push the Joystick , the
“TRAILS” pull-down menu is displayed. Change settings by Joystick
SKY right or left and push Joystick .
WHITE In this menu, you can select a trails color in sky, white, or green.
GREEN

PLANNED-TX MODE
TX-PLAN The PLANNED-TX mode allows the operator to program the
TX PLAN OFF radar automatically to transmit for a selected period of time, followed
TX PERIOD 20 SCAN
STBY PERIOD 3 MIN by for a selected stand-by period.
This maintains a radar watch whilst reducing the power
consumption experienced during full transmit operation. In PLANED-
Section 3 Operation

TX mode press the STBY/OFF and the radar will return to its normal
operating mode.

• Select the “TX-PLAN>” in RADAR SETTING menu and push the

Joystick , the “TX-PLAN” menu is displayed.

[To turn on or to turn off TX-PLAN mode]

TX PLAN • Select the “TX PLAN” in TX-PLAN menu and push the Joystick ,
the “TX PLAN” pull-down menu is displayed. Change settings to
OFF ON ON/OFF by Joystick right or left and push Joystick .

[To set Transmitting Period]

TX PERIOD • Select the “TX PERIOD” in TX-PLAN menu and push the
Joystick , the “TX PERIOD” pull-down menu is displayed. Change
10 SCAN settings by Joystick right or left and push Joystick .
20 SCAN Each scan represents one revolution (turning) of the antenna.
30 SCAN
[To set STBY Period]
STBY PERIOD • Select the “STBY PERIOD” in TX PLAN menu and push the
Joystick , the “STBY PERIOD” pull-down menu is displayed.
3 MIN Change settings by Joystick right or left and push Joystick .
5 MIN
10MIN
Note:
15MIN
• This function is inoperable in STBY mode.

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Setting GUARD ZONE
The Guard Zone may be a zone completely surrounding the vessel
or a partial trapezoidal zone to monitor targets entering or departing
the specified area.
Targets entering or leaving the guard zone will sound audible and
visible alerts to the operator. In the “IN” alarm mode, an alarm will
sound if a target enter the area. In the “OUT” alarm mode the alarm
will sound if a target leaves the prescribed area. This type of alarm is
useful for monitoring during an anchor watch, when cruising with
other vessels, pair trawling, or towing operation.
An alarm is sounded when any (apparent) target returning an echo
above the noise threshold is detected. If sea clutter, or other incidental
echoes trip the alarm, adjust the gain control and/or the sea clutter to
avoid this false alarming.

[To open the "RADAR ALARM" menu]

• Press MENU and select “ALARM SETTING>” and push the ALARM SETTING
Joystick , the “ALARM SETTING” menu is displayed. NAV ALARM >
RADAR ALARM>
TEMP. ALARM>
CLOCK ALARM>
BUZZER ON

Section 3 Operation
• Select the “RADAR ALARM>” and push the Joystick , the “RADAR RADAR ALARM
GUARD ZONE OFF
ALARM” menu is displayed. ALARM MODE IN
ALARM LEVEL 4
ALARM SETTING
BZ ALARM CONTINUOUS

[To turn on or to turn off GUARD ZONE]

• Select the “GUARD ZONE” in RADAR ALARM menu and push
GUARD ZONE
the Joystick , the “GUARD ZONE” pull-down menu is displayed.
Change settings to ON/OFF by Joystick right or left and push OFF ON
Joystick .
The guard zone is appeared that you used.

[To select IN alarm or OUT alarm]

• Select the “ALARM MODE” in RADAR ALARM menu and push
the Joystick , the “ALARM MODE” pull-down menu is displayed. ALARM MODE
Change settings to IN/OUT by Joystick right or left and push IN OUT
Joystick .
The “I” or “O” and ALARM LEVEL will be displayed in the upper
right corner of the screen.

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 [Setting alarm sensitivity]
• Select the “ALARM LEVEL” in RADAR ALARM menu and push the
ALARM LEVEL Joystick , the “ALARM LEVEL” pull-down menu is displayed.
4 Change settings by Joystick right or left and push Joystick .
The smaller value of “ALARM LEVEL” is higher sensitivity.
For example a setting of 2 would activate the alarm for a small target
while for the same target a setting of 7 might not activate it.

[Making a ALARM ZONE]

• Select the “ALARM SETTING” in RADAR ALARM menu and push
the Joystick .
The radar display returns to the normal video presentation.
Cursor appears on the PPI screen and shows the distance and the
azimuth of the Marker.
It displays the distance help line and the azimuth help line of the
dotted line.

Cursor
Section 3 Operation

The Distance
The Azimuth
Help Line
Help Line START POINT

• Move the cursor to the desired guard zone start point using the
Joystick and the press the Joystick again.
The distance help line and the azimuth help line of the dotted line are
displayed in the fixation in the start point position at this time.
• Next, move the cursor to the desired guard zone Width point of your
Guards zone then press the Joystick .
It displays the distance help line of the dotted line which is new at this
time.

Cursor

Start
Point The New
Distance
Help Line

GUARD ZONE WIDTH

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• Next, move the cursor to the desired end point of your guard zone
then press the Joystick .
A ring in the distance range is displayed by the solid line at this time.

End
Point

Start
Point

END POINT

Display of RADAR Transponder

SART (Search and Rescue Radar Transponder) is life preserving
device approved by GMDSS which is used for locating survivors in the

Section 3 Operation
event of a disaster or distress. SART operates in the 9 GHz frequency
band. When it receives a radar signal (interrogating radio wave) of 9
GHz transmitted by a rescue ship or aircraft radar, SART transmits a
series of response signals to the searchers to indicate the distress
position.

In order to see the SART or radar beacon mark on the radar screen.
q RANGE SCALE : Select 6 or 12 nm.
w SEA : Set to minimum.
e TUNE : DETUNED to reduce the clutter.
r IR : Set IR OFF.
t PROCESS : Set PROCESS OFF.
[EXAMPLE]

Position of the Position of the

Rescue Craft Rescue Craft

Position of Position of
SART SART

SART Code SART Code

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 ATTENTION
When above settings q to t are made to
display SART signals, objects around the own
ship will not appear on the radar screen, so
perform thorough visual monitoring of the sea
area around the own ship to avoid any collision
or stranding.
Further, when more than one radar systems are
mounted, while using a 9 GHz band radar for
searching SART signals, be sure to use another
radar as an ordinary radar to perform
monitoring of object around the own ship to
avoid any collision, check of the position of the
own ship to avoid any stranding, and so on.
Need to retune the set for normal operation on
completion.
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Plotter Operation
Using The Joy Stick in CHART
mode
Enter the Event
You can enter the EVENT symbol at the own ship’s position.
• Confirm the shape of cursor mark as “ ”. (Don’t move the cursor EVENT IN
mark)
• Press the Joystick to display the four soft keys and press the
PURPLE
or soft key to select the shape or color of the symbol.
• Press the Joystick and the EVENT symbol appears at own ship
position.

Enter the WAYPOINT or the MARK

You can enter the WAYPOINT or MARK by moving the cursor
and them pressing the Joystick . (Confirm the shape of the cursor is
“+”) You can also use various functions such as Direct Navigation PURPLE OBJECT
INFO
TIDAL
INFO

(GOTO) and Object Information with the four soft keys displayed on

Section 3 Operation
the bottom of the display. These functions can be changed by selecting
them in the MENU-INSTALLATION-OPERATION-J-STICK
PUSH operation modes.

Enter the WAYPOINT

You can enter the WAYPOINT on pointed position by cursor EDIT IN CHART
while selected the Joystick operation mode was “WAYPOINT”.
Storing a waypoint
• Select a point you want to store as a waypoint. Press the Joystick to
move the cursor to select a point and push it in to complete the
selection.
• Press the Joystick to the left or right to select an item
Name: You can enter up to eight characters.
Comment: You can enter up to 23 characters.
• Press the Joystick to store the waypoint, to cancel, press CLR/OFF. POINT THE CURSOR TO THE
DESIRED WAYPOINT POSITION AND
PRESS THE JOYSTICK.

Notes: STOP
WATCH
TIDAL
INFO
OBJECT
INFO
GOTO

• The smallest number is selected among unoccupied numbers.

• If there is no more memory to store a waypoint, the following message
appears.
• Press any key to delete the message, or it goes off automatically in about
seven seconds.

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 Modify / Erase / Move / Goto a waypoint
• You can edit a stored waypoint same as EDIT IN CHART function.
(Refer to p.81)

Soft Keys at the WAYPOINT Mode

By selecting WAYPOINT in the above menu you can display the
following four soft keys by pressing on the joystick.
GOTO • Press the Soft Key to start the Navigation to pointed
position by cursor.
Notes:
• Not active the key while working other navigation.
OBJECT • Press the Soft Key to display the OBJECT INFO.
INFO (Refer to p.79)
TIDAL • Press the Soft Key to display the TIDAL INFO. (Refer
INFO to p.79)
STOP • Press the Soft Key to display the STOP WATCH
WATCH window.
STOP
• Press the WATCH Soft Key to display the STOP
START
WATCH window and four Soft Keys ,
Section 3 Operation

LAP RESET EXIT

, , and .
• You can use the STOP WATCH function in either the
FF or PLOT display mode.

LAP1 > 00:03:54.32

00:05:01.23 LAP2 > 00:04:12.34
START LAP RESET EXIT

START
Press the Soft Key to start/stop the timer.
LAP
Press the Soft Key to display the lap time.
RESET
Press the Soft Key to reset the timer count.
Press the EXIT Soft Key to turn off the STOP
WATCH window.

Enter the MARK Mode

You can enter the MARK symbol at pointed position by cursor
while selected the Joystick operation mode was “MARK”.
• Press the Joystick to display the four soft keys and press the
PURPLE
or soft key to select the shape or color of the symbol.
• Press the Joystick and the MARK symbol appears at own ship
position.

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Man Overboard
• Press the MOB key to place the marker at the own ship’s position.
MAN OVERBOARD!
• Press the Joystick to the left or right to select YES or NO and push it
to complete the selection. BEGIN NAVIGATION
TO THE MAN
Notes: OVERBOARD POINT.
• Each time you press the MOB key, the memory data of the MOB’s ARE YOU SURE?
position is updated.
YES NO
• When navigation begins toward the MOB, the alarm of M O B is
displayed.
Cancel the navigation in order to terminate the alarm display.
(Refer to “Stop Navigation” p.79)
• Requires NMEA position/heading inputs.

Range Setting
In the CHART display
ZOOM ZOOM
• Press RANGE to display two Soft Keys IN and OUT .

Section 3 Operation
ZOOM ZOOM
Press the IN Soft Key to magnify the chart.
IN

ZOOM ZOOM
Press the OUT Soft Key to reduce the chart.
OUT

In the CDI/COMPASS display

• Press RANGE to display the CDI RANGE popup menu. CDI RANGE
• You can set the display range of the highway window displayed in
CDI/COMPASS. 0.1 0.3 0.5 NM
• Press the Joystick to the left or right to select 0.1 NM, 0.3 NM, or
0.5 NM.

In the RADAR display

[RADAR full screen mode]
• Press RANGE to display two Soft Keys.

RANGE RANGE
- +

RANGE Decrease the range scale. The minimum range scale is

- 0.125NM.

RANGE Increase the range scale. The maximum range scale is

+ 24nm.
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 In the RADAR/CHART display
[RADAR/CHART screen mode]
• Press RANGE to display four Soft Keys.

ZOOM ZOOM RANGE RANGE

IN OUT - +

ZOOM Magnify the chart.

IN

ZOOM Reduce the chart.

OUT

RANGE Decrease the range scale. The minimum range scale is

- 0.125NM.

RANGE Increase the range scale. The maximum range scale is

+ 24nm.
Section 3 Operation

The range rings are automatically set to correspond with this selection.

Navigation Setting
• While not navigating to a waypoint or following a route, press
NAV
NA to display four Soft Keys S ER LO EU CT TE , SN EC QE U E-, W P TS T E P , and
TEMP
ROUTE .
• While proceeding on waypoint/route navigation, press NA NAV to
NEXT PREV. STOP TEMP
display four Soft Keys WPT , WPT , N A V , and R O U T E .

SELECT ROUTE SELECT

(Selecting Navigation)
ROUTE
WAYPOINT DIRECT Press the S ER LO EU CT TE Soft Key to display the SELECT
PLANNED ROUTE ROUTE menu.
TEMPORARY ROUTE
NEAREST PORT
PREVIOUS MOB

WAYPOINT DIRECT (Selecting a waypoint)

START NAVIGATION • Select WAYPOINT DIRECT to display the WAYPOINT LIST
BEGIN NAVIGATION screen and two Soft Keys N E W W P T and J U M P .
ACCORDING TO THE • Select a waypoint and press the Joystick to start the navigation to the
SELECTED ROUTE. selected waypoint.
ARE YOU SURE? • To make registration of a new waypoint, press the N E W W P T . (Refer to
“Storing a waypoint” p.80)
YES NO
• To search a waypoint in waypoint lists, press the J U M P and set page
number by popup menu.
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PLANNED ROUTE (Navigating according to a
planned route)
• Select PLANNED ROUTE to display the ROUTE LIST screen and
two Soft Keys N ER WO U T E and A LE LR A S E .
• Select a route and press the Joystick to start the navigation by the
selected route.
• To make registration of a new route, press the NEW ROUTE . (Refer to
“Storing a new Route” p.83)
• To delete all registrations, press the A LE LR A S E . (Refer to “Erasing all
routes” p.84)

TEMPORARY ROUTE (Navigating according to a

temporary route)
Select TEMPORARY ROUTE to enter the Temporary Route
Mode. And press TEMP
ROUTE key to enter the mode directly.
Create a temporary route in the chart and start the navigation along the
route. The following four soft keys appear.
ALL Erasing all temporary waypoints.
ERASE If you erase one waypoint then point the one and push

Section 3 Operation
Joystick .

MOVE Moving a waypoint that pointed by cursor.

1. Point the waypoint by cursor and press this key.
2. Move cursor to desire position and press Joystick .
INS Inserting a new waypoint into created temporary route.
1. Point the waypoint of Leg (: A part of route) that
inserts it by cursor.
2. Press this key.
3. Move cursor to desire position and press Joystick .
FINISH Finish making a temporary route.

Planning a temporary route and starting navigation

• You can make a temporary route consisting of waypoints specified
arbitrarily and temporarily. The temporary route is not stored in the
list unless you purposely do so.
• Specify a waypoint in the chart as the start point by pressing Joystick
to move the cross cursor and pushing it. Do the same procedure to
specify temporal waypoints you want to go. You can specify up to 100
waypoints in a route. After specifying all waypoints you want to go,
FINISH START MEMORY
press key. Two soft keys NAV and are displayed.
• Press the START
NAV key to display the START NAVIGATION popup,
select YES and press Joystick then begin the navigation.

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 • Press the S T A NR AT V Soft Key to display the START NAVIGATION
popup menu, after confirmation the specified waypoints are
connected to each other by lines to begin the navigation.

1
TEMPORARY ROUTE Start point

2
Relay points

3 End point

POINT THE CURSOR TO THE

DESIRED WAYPOINT POSITION
AND PRESS THE JOYSTICK.
CANCEL FINISH ZOOM ZOOM
IN OUT

Storing the temporary route to the List

• Press M E M O R Y key to display the NEW ROUTE popup in which you
Section 3 Operation

NEW ROUTE
can store the route.
NO. 0

ROUTE 0
____________
___________

MEMORY FULL! • Enter a name (up to eight characters) and a comment (up to 23
characters) and press Joystick .
CANNOT REGISTER • If the memory for the route or the waypoints is not enough, the
THE ROUTE. MEMORY FULL message disappears.
ERASE ANY Press any key or wait about seven seconds to delete the message.
REGISTRY.

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NEAREST PORT (Searching for and navigating to a
nearest port)
• Select NEAREST PORT to display the full chart and four Soft Keys NEAREST PORT
VESSEL CURSOR ZOOM ZOOM
, , I N , and OUT .

Note:
• The Nearest Port information may not be stored in some chart cards. In
such a case, this feature is not available.

• Press the V E S S E L Soft Key to specify the current position of your

vessel as the original point from which search is made, or press the
SELECT THE BASE POINT:
CURSOR
Soft Key to specify the point at which the cursor is VESSEL/CURSOR
VESSEL CURSOR ZOOM ZOOM

positioned as the original point. IN OUT

• When an original point is specified, the SELECT SERVICE list SELECT SERVICE
Health emergency
containing icons for various services appears.
• Select an icon and press the Joystick to show the nearest 10 ports/
marinas where the selected service is available.

Section 3 Operation
Note:
• When the Nearest Port information is not stored in the chart card, the
message “NO DATA IN THE CARD!” appears.

• Select a desired port/marina and press the Joystick to display the NEAREST PORT
details of the service. NAME
TALAMONE
RNG
5.84
BRG
142

MARINA DI 5.84 327

• Press the START NAV Soft Key to navigate to the selected port/marina.
GROSSETO
CASTIGLIONE 11.09 315
DELLA PESCAIA
PORTO 12.05 166
(Refer to S T A R T previous page ) SANTO STEFANO
NAV

• Press the M E M O R Y Soft Key to store the selected port/marina in the

Waypoint List. (Refer to NEW WPT p.82) START
NAV
MEMORY

PREVIOUS MOB (Setting a waypoint to the MOB)

• Select PREVIOUS MOB to resume the navigation to the Man
Overboard point when the navigation selected from the MAN
STOP
OVERBOARD menu is canceled by the NAV Soft Key or the
navigation is canceled from the menu.

SEQUE- (Selecting the order of waypoint

NCE
navigation)
Press the SN EC QE U E- Soft Key to display the NAV NAV SEQUENCE
SEQUENCE popup menu in which you can select the
order of navigation between FWD (ascending order) and FWD REV
REV (descending order).

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 WPT (Selecting the method to switch the
STEP
waypoint)

WPT STEP Press the W P ST T E P Soft Key to display the WPT STEP
popup menu to select the method to update a waypoint
AUTO MANUAL between AUTO (automatically) and MANUAL
(manually).

NEXT PREV.
While navigating according to route WPT and WPT are
displayed.

NEXT
WPT (Skipping to the next waypoint)
NEXT
Press the WPT Soft Key to skip to the next waypoint.

PREV.
WPT (Skipping to the previous waypoint)
Press the P R E WV P. T Soft Key to skip to the previous
waypoint.

STOP NAVIGATION STOP Press the S T O NP A V Soft Key to display the STOP NAV
NAV
Section 3 Operation

popup menu.
DISCONTINUE
NAVIGATION.
ARE YOU SURE?
YES NO

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TIDAL INFO (Displaying tide height graph of a speci-
fied point)
This feature can display the Tide Height Graph of a specified point N 42° 34.255'COG122.3°
W122° 19.487'SOG 25.5KTS
DGPS

based on the tidal information stored in the chart card. The change of
sea level can be forecast with the help of this feature.
Note:
• The Tide Height Graph can be displayed only at the points where the
Tidal Icon appears on the chart. If the version of the chart card is too
former, this feature may not be supported. (The Tidal Icon does not
appear.)

• Align the cursor with and press the Joystick and then the TIDAL INFO
CAPE CANAVERAL
TIDAL
I N F O Soft Key to display the Tide Height Graph during 0:00 to
21 APR 2001
HIGH WT(MAX) 0.80FT 12:00
LOW WT(MIN) 0.31FT 04:30
24:00 of the day, the maximum/minimum sea levels, and the times of SUNRISE
SUNSET
0.81
05:15
18:00

sunrise/sunset.
0.68
• Turn the Jog Dial to move the cursor to the left or right to select a

Section 3 Operation
point on the graph and display its time and sea level at the bottom of 0.55

the screen. 0.42

• Press the P R E DV A. Y or N E X TD A Y Soft Key to switch to the tidal 0.29

0 4 8 12 16 20 24

information of the previous or next day. 09:15 0.68FT

• Press BR T/CLR to return to the chart screen.

BRT/CLR
PREV. NEXT
DAY DAY

OBJECT INFO (Displaying detailed information of a

specified point)
This feature can display the detailed information (stored in the chart
card such as the flashing frequency of a lighthouse or the color of light)
of a specified point in text.
• Align the cursor with a point of which information you want to get
and press the Joystick and then the O B JI EN CF TO Soft Key to display the
detailed information of the point.
• Press BR T/CLR to return to the chart screen.
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 EDIT
• Press MENU , select EDIT> , and press Joystick to display the four
Soft Keys: W AP YO I N T , R O UP TL EA N , T RC AO CN KV . , and CR OU NC ST T- .

WAY
POINT (Editing a waypoint)
• Press the W AP YO I N T Soft Key to display the EDITING
EDITING METHOD
METHOD menu.
SELECT EDITING • You can edit a waypoint in chart or by list. Press the
METHOD Joystick up or down to select EDIT IN CHART or
EDIT BY LIST and push it in to complete the
EDIT IN CHART selection.
EDIT BY LIST

EDIT IN CHART
EDIT IN CHART • By selecting EDIT IN CHART, the full chart is displayed and 4 soft
keys are displayed.
• Select an icon with the soft keys, and you can select colors with the
soft keys.
Section 3 Operation

POINT THE CURSOR TO THE

DESIRED WAYPOINT POSITION AND
PRESS THE JOYSTICK.
GREEN OBJECT TIDAL
Y INFO INFO

Storing a waypoint
• Select a point you want to store as a waypoint. Press the Joystick to
NEW WAYPOINT move the cursor to select a point and push it in to complete the
NO. 0 selection.
X SKY • Press the Joystick to the left or right to select an item
N 42 ° 28.429' Name: You can enter up to eight characters.
W122 ° 19.716' Comment: You can enter up to 23 characters.
DIAMOND • Press the Joystick to store the waypoint, to cancel, press BR T/CLR .
BRT/CLR
MYRID OF SEA
URCHINS____
Notes:
• The smallest number is selected among unoccupied numbers.
MEMORY FULL!
• If there is no more memory to store a waypoint, the following message
CANNOT REGISTER appears.
THE NEW WAYPOINT.
ERASE ANY WAYPOINT. • Press any key to delete the message, or it goes off automatically in about
seven seconds.

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Modifying a waypoint
• Select a stored waypoint you want to modify. Press the Joystick to
move the cursor to select an icon of the waypoint and push it in to WPT.NO.001
complete the selection. MODIFY
ERASE
MOVE
GOTO

• Press the Joystick up or down to select MODIFY and push it in to

MODIFY WAYPOINT
complete the selection.
• Press the Joystick to the left or right to select an item and press it up NO. 0
or down or the Jog Dial to the left or right to modify each item. X SKY
N 42 ° 28.429'
W122 ° 19.716'
DIAMOND
MYRID OF SEA
URCHINS
Erasing a waypoint
• Select a stored waypoint you want to erase. Press the Joystick to WPT.NO.001
move the cursor to select an icon of the waypoint and push it to

Section 3 Operation
complete the selection. MODIFY
ERASE
MOVE
GOTO

• Press the Joystick up or down to select ERASE and push it in to

ERASE WAYPOINT
complete the selection.
• Press the Joystick to the left or right to select YES or NO and push it ERASE
in. SELECTED WPT.
Select YES to erase the selected waypoint. ARE YOU SURE?
If you select NO to cancel, the popup menu goes off without erasing YES NO
the selected waypoint.

Moving a waypoint
WPT.NO.001
• Select a stored waypoint you want to move.
Press the Joystick to move the cursor to select an icon of the MODIFY
waypoint and push it to complete the selection. ERASE
• Press the Joystick up or down to select MOVE and push it into MOVE
complete the selection, move the selected waypoint. GOTO

Go to a waypoint
• Select a stored waypoint you want to start navigation go to the point.
• Press Joystick to point a waypoint icon by cursor.
• Press Joystick down to select GOTO and push it. Then appear the
START NAVIGATION popup, select YES and press Joystick then
begin the navigation.
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 EDIT BY LIST
EDIT WAYPOINT
1 / 100
• When you select EDIT BY LIST, the waypoint list and two Soft Keys
NEW JUMP
W P T and appear.
000 E 35 ° 45.123'
CAMBRIA W120 ° 54.105'
OUR FIRST PORT
001 E 35 ° 39.071'
CAYUCOS W120 ° 50.203'
OUR SECOND PORT
002 E 35 ° 35.231'
MORROBAY W120 ° 47.118'
OUR THIRD PORT
003 E 35 ° 44.002'
HITPOINT W120 ° 55.277'
CROAKER IN ABUNDANCE
004 E 35 ° 38.134'
JOLLITY W120 ° 51.030'
PROMISING ZONE
005 E 35 ° 36.310'
OCTPUS W120 ° 47.144'
LABYLINTH OF SEABED
006

NEW JUMP
WPT

NEW
WPT (Storing a waypoint)
NEW WAYPOINT • Select an unregistered number or press the N E W W P T
NO. 2 Soft Key to store a waypoint.
X SKY • Press the Joystick to the left or right to select an item.
N __ ° __ . ___ ' Name: You can enter up to eight characters.
____ ° __ . ___ ' Comment: You can enter up to 23 characters.
WPT 2 • Press the Joystick to store the waypoint, to cancel,
____________ press BR T/CLR .
BRT/CLR
___________
Section 3 Operation

Notes:
MEMORY FULL! • The smallest number is selected among unoccupied numbers.
CANNOT REGISTER • If there is no more memory to store a waypoint, the following message
THE NEW WAYPOINT. appears.
ERASE ANY WAYPOINT.
• Press any key to delete the message, or it goes off automatically in about
seven seconds.

Modifying a waypoint
WPT.NO.001 • Select a stored waypoint you want to modify.
• Press the Joystick up or down to select MODIFY and push it in to
MODIFY complete the selection.
COPY
ERASE

MODIFY WAYPOINT • Press the Joystick to the left or right to select an item and press it up
or down or the Jog Dial to the left or right to modify each item.
NO. 0
X SKY
N 42 ° 28.429'
W122 ° 19.716'
DIAMOND
MYRID OF SEA
URCHINS

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Copying a waypoint
COPY WAYPOINT
• Select a waypoint number you want to copy.
• Press the Joystick up or down, or press the Jog Dial to the left or NO. 0
right to select a number to which you want to copy the waypoint.
N 42 ° 28.429'
W122 ° 19.716'
Note: DIAMOND
• If the selected number to which you copy the waypoint is already used, the MYRID OF SEA
contents are overwritten. URCHINS

Erasing a waypoint COPY TO

• Select a stored waypoint you want to erase. Press the Joystick to NO. 2
move the cursor to select an icon of the waypoint and push it to
complete the selection. N __ ° __ . ___ '
____ ° __ . ___ '
• Press the Joystick to the left or right to select YES or NO and push it
________
in.
____________
Select YES to erase the selected waypoint. ___________
If you select NO to cancel, the popup menu goes off without erasing
the selected waypoint.
ERASE WAYPOINT

Section 3 Operation
JUMP ERASE
(Jumping to a waypoint list page)
• Press the JUMP
Soft Key and set page in the menu.
SELECTED WPT.
ARE YOU SURE?
YES NO
ROUTE
PLAN (Planning a route)
Press the R O UP TL EA N Soft Key to display the EDIT EDIT ROUTE PLAN
1/4
ROUTE PLAN list and two Soft Keys N ER WO U T E and 00 START:CAMBRIA
HIGHWAYEND :CAYUCOS
ALL
ERASE .
PLACID AND WARM WATERS
01 START:CAMBRIA
PANORAMA E ND :MORROBAY
WITH BEAUTIFUL SCENES
02 START:CAYUCOS
OPAQUE E ND :MORROBAY
AVOID OPAQUE WATERS
03

NEW
ROUTE (Storing a new route)
• Press the N ER WO U T E Soft Key or select a vacant route NEW ROUTE
number to display the NEW ROUTE popup menu.
• Enter a name (up to eight characters) and a comment NO. 0
(up to 23 characters).
• Press the Joystick to complete the entry. ROUTE 0
____________
• Press BR T/CLR to cancel the entry.
BRT/CLR
___________

Notes:
• If the maximum number of routes is stored already, the following message MEMORY FULL!
appears.
CANNOT REGISTER
• Press any key or wait about seven seconds to delete the message. THE ROUTE.
ERASE ANY REGISTRY.
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 Editing a route
ROUTE:HIGHWAY • Select a route you want to edit from the EDIT ROUTE PLAN list
1/4
000 E 35° 45.123'
and press the Joystick to display the window of the selected route.
CAMBRIA W120° 54.105'
RNG:15.6NM
001 E 35° 39.071'
CAYUCOS W120° 50.203'
RNG:00.0NM

Adding a new waypoint

ROUTE:HIGHWAY WPT • Select an unoccupied waypoint number in the EDIT ROUTE PLAN
1 / 100 list and press the Joystick .
000 E 35° 45.123'
CAMBRIA W120°
OUR FIRST PORT
54.105'
The waypoint list is displayed to select the additional waypoint. (the
001 E 35° 39.071'
CAYUCOS W120°
OUR SECOND PORT
50.203'
title: ROUTE:NNNNNNNNNfWPT)
• Select a waypoint and press the Joystick . Register a new waypoint.
Note:
• Be sure to sort the waypoints so that unregistered waypoint is inserted in
the route.

Editing a waypoint
• Select a registered waypoint you want to edit in the EDIT ROUTE
WPT.NO.XXX PLAN list and press the Joystick .
CHANGE The WPT NO. XXX popup menu is displayed.
INSERT
Section 3 Operation

CHANGE
ERASE • Select CHANGE and press the Joystick to display the ROUTE:
NNNNNNNNNfWPT list.
• Change the waypoint.
INSERT
• Select INSERT and press the Joystick to display the ROUTE:
NNNNNNNNNfWPT list.
• Insert the waypoint.
ERASE
• Select ERASE and press the Joystick to delete the waypoint.
ERASE WAYPOINT • The following message appears.
ERASE Select YES to delete the waypoint.
SELECTED WPT. Select NO to cancel the selection.
ARE YOU SURE?
YES NO

ALL
ERASE (Erasing all registry)
• Press the ALL
ERASE Soft Key to delete all registry at one
ERASE ROUTE time.
ERASE ALL • The following message appears.
REGISTRY. Select YES to delete all registry.
ARE YOU SURE? Select NO to cancel the deletion.

YES NO

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TRACK
CONV. (Converting a track to a planned
route)
• You can convert an arbitrary part of a track into a route
plan.
• Press the TRACK
CONV. Soft Key to display the TRACK-
ROUTE CONVERT chart and three Soft Keys
CANCEL FINISH
, , and DIVIDE .

Selecting a new route

• Move the cursor to select a point on a track as the start point and
press the Joystick . Similarly, select a point as the end point and press
the Joystick .
Press the CANCEL Soft Key to cancel the selection.
Press the F I N I S H Soft Key to display the calculated waypoints on the
track and the M E M O R Y Soft Key.

Section 3 Operation
TRACK-ROUTE CONVERT Start point

2 End point

POINT THE CURSOR TO THE

CONVERT SECTION:START-END AND
3
PRESS THE JOYSTICK.
CANCEL MEMORY

Waypoint marks appear

• Press the M E M O R Y Soft Key to display the NEW ROUTE popup NEW ROUTE
menu.
NO. 0
• Enter a name (up to eight characters) and a comment (up to 23
characters).
ROUTE 0
____________
___________

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 Notes:
MEMORY FULL! • The same names as the waypoint is automatically set and no comment is
entered.
CANNOT REGISTER
THE ROUTE. • If memory is not enough, the following message appears.
ERASE ANY REGISTRY. • Press any key or wait about seven seconds to delete the message.

TRACK-ROUTE CONVERT DIVIDE Press the D I V I D E Soft Key to display the DIVIDE
CONDITION DIST & ANGLE
DIST INTERVAL 16.5NM
menu.
TURNING ANGLE 20° You can set the condition for the calculation of the
POINTS 8
XTE 0.01
waypoints.
CONDITION: DIST, ANGLE, DIST & ANGLE or
POINT, XTE
DIST INTERVAL: 0.1 - 99.9 NM
TURNING ANGLE: 10 - 180 °
POINTS: 1 - 98
XTE: 0.01 - 1.00

C O N S T- (Constructing a Line/Rectangle)
RUCT
C O N S T- LINE
• Press the Soft Key to display the and
Section 3 Operation

RUCT
RECT.
Soft Keys.

Construction
Constructing a line
• You can construct a line in the chart.
LINE
• Press the Soft Key to enter the LINE mode and display the
COLOR END
, , and DELETE Soft Keys. Move the cursor to the
start point and press the Joystick , and move the cursor to end point
and press the Joystick again. While you are moving the cursor after
you press the Joystick once, a dotted line appears and it changes to a
solid line when you press the Joystick . In the similar way, you can
construct another line.
• Press the END Soft Key to complete the construction.
Note:
• To delete a constructed line, move the cursor to the start point, a turning
point, or the end point and press the DELETE Soft Key.

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Constructing a rectangle
• You can construct a rectangle in the chart.
• You can use the rectangle you have constructed as the Alarm Area by
specifying it in the ZONE (Danger Zone Alarm). (Refer to p.101)
• Press the R E C T . Soft Key to enter the RECTANGLE mode and
display the C O L O R and D E L E T E Soft Key. Move the cursor to the
top left vertex of a rectangle you are going to construct and press the
Joystick , and move the cursor along the diagonal line of the rectangle
to the bottom right vertex and press the Joystick again. While you
are moving the cursor after you press the Joystick once, a rectangle
appears in dotted line and it changes to a solid line when you press the
Joystick . In the similar way, you can construct another rectangle.

Notes:
• To delete a constructed rectangle, move the cursor to one of the vertices and
COLOR
press the D E L E T E Soft Key.
• You can select a color for a line or rectangle from the menu that appears SKY
when you press the C O L O R Soft Key. RED
YELLOW
GREEN

Section 3 Operation
BLUE
PURPLE
WHITE

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 Menu Operations
General
Following the basic operations described below, you can easily
perform all menu operations using only the Joystick .
Selecting an item:
• Press the Joystick up or down to select an item and push it to
complete the selection. When you select a normal item, the pull-down
menu of the selected item opens. Select an item with the >> mark to
display the submenu in the next hierarchy.
Changing settings
• When settings are specified by numerical values, press the Joystick
up or down to change the values. When settings are specified by bar
chart or by other items, press the Joystick to the left or right to
change the settings.
Entering changes
• Push the Joystick to enter the change. If you want to cancel the
change, push BR T/CLR before completing it.
BRT/CLR
Section 3 Operation

Top Menu
MENU You can display the Top Menu by pressing the MENU key.
RADAR SETTING >
PLOT SETTING >
Pressing the MENU again or BR T/CLR , the menu closes.
BRT/CLR
GRAPH SETTING >
GPS SETTING >
DGPS SETTING >
WAAS SETTING >
INSTALLATION >
CUSTOM SETUP >
MEMORY COPY >
ALARM SETTING >
EDIT >

RADAR SETTING
RADAR SETTING • Press MENU , select the “RADAR SETTING>” item and push the
RINGS ON joystick, the “RADAR SETTING” menu is displayed.
BEARING HUP
INTERFERENCE ON
SEA MANUAL
TUNE AUTO
EXPANDER OFF
PROCESS OFF
TRAILS OFF
TX-PLAN >
WAYPOINT OFF
COLOR >

RINGS
The range rings can be turned to on or off via this menu.
(Refer to “RINGS” p.61)

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BEARING
You can select a bearing mode among three bearing mode.
(Refer to “DISPLAY MODE” p.61)

INTERFERENCE REJECTION
The Interference Rejection (IR) can be turned to on or off via this
menu. (Refer to “INTERFERENCE REJECTION” p.62)

SEA
The automatic sea clutter suppress mode can be turned to on or off
via this menu. (Refer to “Setting AUTO/MANUAL SEA Clutter
Rejection” p.63)

TUNE
The AUTO TUNE mode can be turned to on or off via this menu.
(Refer to “Setting AUTO/MANUAL TUNING” p.63)

EXPANDER

Section 3 Operation
The target EXPANDER mode can be turned to on or off via this
menu. (Refer to “Target EXPANDER” p.63)

PROCESS
The radar signal processing mode can select via this menu.
(Refer to “PROCESS” p.64)

TRAILS
This feature allows the operator to see the past history of target
movement or behind the moving targets. The trail interval can select via
this menu. (Refer to “TRAILS” p.64)

CLEAR TRAILS
You can clear the screen. (Refer to “CLEAR TRAILS” p.65)

WAYPOINT
The WAYPOINT mark display can be turned to on or off via this
menu. (Refer to “WAYPOINT” p.65)

COLOR
In this menu, you can select a color for ECHO, TRAILS,
Background of PPI area, and Background of Character area.
(Refer to “Setting radar COLOR” p.65)

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 TX-PLAN
In this menu, you can program transmitting time and STBY time.
(Refer to “PLANNED-TX MODE” p.66)

PLOT SETTING
TRACK ERASE (Erasing a track)
PLOT SETTING • In this menu, you can delete the currently displayed tracks by each
TRACK ERASE color or all.
MARK ERASE
MARK SIZE SMALL
TRACK SETUP >
L/L-TD CONV. >
CHART DISPLAY >
CHART COLORS >
CUSTOM CHART >

MARK ERASE (Erasing a mark)

• In this menu, you can delete the currently displayed marks.

MARK SIZE (Selecting a size)

• In this menu, you can select the mark size between LARGE and
SMALL.
Section 3 Operation

TRACK SETUP
TRACK SETUP • In this menu, you can select a plotting method, a number of EVENTs
TRACK PLOT TIME 1
MEMORY SIZE 5000
or MARKs, a color for the track, and your vessel’s shape, and size.
TRACK COLOR SKY
VESSEL SHAPE
TRACK PLOT (Selecting memory intervals)
VESSEL SIZE SMALL • In this menu, you can select TIME or DIST (distance) for the track
memory interval.
TIME: 0 - 3600 seconds
DIST: 0.00 - 99.99 NM
MEMORY SIZE (Selecting a number of points)
• In this menu, you can select the number of track points (1000 - 8000)
stored in memory, along with marks.
TRACK COLOR (Selecting a color)
• In this menu, you can select the track color. The track color is
selectable from among white, yellow, purple, red, sky, green, and blue.
VESSEL SHAPE (Selecting a mark for your vessel)
• In this menu, you can select a mark for your vessel between circle and
ship-shape.
VESSEL SIZE (Selecting a size of your vessel’s mark)
• In this menu, you can select your vessel’s mark between LARGE and
SMALL.

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L/L - TD CONVERT
• In this menu, you can display the position in L/L (Latitude/ L L-TD CONVERT
Longitude) or TD (Time Difference), select a setting for Loran-C, and POSITION DISP LAT/LON
LORAN-C CHAIN GRI 4990
perform TD correction. TD1 0
TD2 0
POSTION DISPLAY (Selecting a format of position display) TD CORRECTION TD1 0.0
• In this menu, you can select the position display with Latitude/ TD2 0.0

Longitude or Time Difference.

LORAN-C CHAIN (Selecting a format of LORAN-C CHAIN)
• In this menu, you can select GRI, TD1, TD2 for LORAN-C
CHAIN.
TD CORRECTION (Selecting a format of time difference)
• In this menu, you can select the time difference between TD1 and
TD2.

CHART DISPLAY
CHART DISP MODE (Selecting a chart display mode)
• In this menu, you can select from among NORTH UP-R, NORTH CHART DISPLAY

UP-T, COURSE UP-R, COURSE UP-T, and WPT UP-T, and an CHART DISP MODE NORTH UP-T

angle between 10°, 15°, and 20°. SCALE BAR ON

Section 3 Operation
VECTOR RAY SHORT
SCALE BAR (Turning the scale bar ON/OFF) BRG LINE ON
WAYPOINT OFF
• In this menu, you can select to turn the scale bar ON or OFF. CURSOR INFO NORMALLY OFF
L/L GRID ON
VECTOR RAY (Selecting a type of direction display)
• In this menu, you can select a vector ray of the direction to a
waypoint between OFF, SHORT, and LONG.
BRG LINE (Turning the direction line ON/OFF)
• In this menu, you can select to turn the direction line your vessel
navigates ON or OFF.
WAYPOINT (Selecting a waypoint display)
• In this menu, you can select a waypoint display between ALL,
MARK, and OFF.
CURSOR INFO (Turning the cursor information ON/OFF)
• In this menu, you can select whether or not to display information
about the cursor between DISP ALWAYS and NORMALLY OFF.
L/L GRID (Turning the grid ON/OFF)
• In this menu, you can select whether or not to display the grid.

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 CHART COLORS
• In this menu, you can select a color for LAND, SEA and L/L GRID.
LAND (Selecting a color for the land)
• In this menu, you can select a color for the land.
SEA (Selecting a color for the sea)
• In this menu, you can select a color for the sea.
L/L GRID (Selecting a color for the grid)
• In this menu, you can select a color for the longitude/latitude grid.

CUSTOM CHART
CUSTOM CHART CHART BOUNDARY
CHART BOUNDARY ON • In this menu, you can enable visualization of zone boundaries
LIGHT SECTORS ON C
BUOY & BEACON INTNL.
indicating chart coverage for each level.
LAND MARKS ON
RIVER & LAKE ON
LIGHT SECTORS
CULTURAL ON • In this menu, you can enable visualization of light sector and setting
BOTTOM TYPE ON
UNDER WATER ON the level.
SOUNDING DEPTH
DEPTH SHADING BUOY & BEACON
DEPTH CONTOUR
DETAILE NORMAL
• In this menu, you can select navaid symbology styles.
Section 3 Operation

international : same as official INT1 standard paper chart

us : same as NOAA paper chart
simple : minimum visual visual clutter on-screen
NAMES (Turning the geographic names display ON/OFF)
• In this menu, you can enable visualization of the geographic names.
LAND MARKS
• In this menu, you can enable visualization of the landmark objects.
RIVER & LAKE
• In this menu, you can enable visualization of the river and lake object.
CULTURAL
• In this menu, you can enable visualization of the cultural land features
object.
BOTTOM TYPE
• In this menu, you can enable visualization of a nature of the
seabottom.
UNDER WATER
• In this menu, you can enable visualization of the underwater rock
object.
SOUNDING DEPTH (Turning the display of sounding depth ON/OFF)
• In this menu, you can select whether or not to sound the depth.
DEPTH SHADING
• In this menu, you can select the lifht of a lighthouse between ON,
OFF, and LEVEL.

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 DEPTH CONTOUR
• In this menu, you can enable visualization of depth contour and
setting range.
DETAILED
• In this menu, you can select the detaile about chart presentation.
Normal : normal detaile
high : high detaile

GRAPH SETTING
• In this menu, you can set the scale of the water depth, temperature, GRAPH SETTING
and speed graphs. GRAPH DISPLAY DEPTH
DEPTH SCALE 50
Notes: 100
TEMP. SCALE 60
• To display the water depth graph, it is necessary to receive the depth data 20
in the NMEA0183 standard format. You need to connect the specified SPEED SCALE 20
40
signal line to the NMEA connector on the rear panel to receive the water
depth data.
• To display the water temperature graph, it is necessary to receive the depth
data in the NMEA0183 standard format. You need to connect the

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specified signal line to the NMEA connector on the rear panel to receive
the water temperature data.
• Graphs are not displayed in the Radar Full screen and the Radar/Chart
screen.

GRAPH DISPLAY (Selecting what to display)

• In this menu, you can select what to display from among temperature,
depth, and speed.

DEPTH SCALE (Setting a display range of the water

depth graph)
• In this menu, you can select the scale center and scale range. The scale
center indicates the center value in the water depth graph scale, and
the scale range indicates the width.

TEMP. SCALE (Setting a display range of the

temperature graph)
• In this menu, you can select the scale center and scale range. The scale
center indicates the center value in the temperature graph scale, and
the scale range indicates the width.

SPEED SCALE (Setting a display range of the speed

graph)
• In this menu, you can select the scale center and scale range. The scale
center indicates the center value in the speed graph scale, and the scale
range indicates the width.

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 GPS SETTING
GPS SETTING • In this item, you can perform the initial settings when JRC’s GPS/
POSITION N 0° 00.000' DGPS sensor GPS112 or DGPS212 is connected to the RADAR
E 0° 00.000'
TIME DIFF. + 00:00 1800. The menu includes both basic settings and initial settings. The
ANTENNA HEIGHT 0.0m basic settings reflect the general GPS/DGPS sensors and the initial
GEODETIC DATUM WGS-84
FIX MODE AUTO
settings reflect the beacon module of the DGPS sensor. Before setting,
HDOP LEVEL 10 you need to set the clock built in the plotter using CLOCK ADJUST.
AVERAGE 2S
EXCLUDE SAT. 00 00 00
00 00 00 Note:
TX COMMAND
• Use TX COMMAND to send the values set in the following settings.

VESSEL POSITION (Setting the vessel position)

• In this menu, you can set your vessel’s current position. It will take
about 20 minutes to complete the positioning through the GPS/
DGPS when you turn the power on for the first time or after you
perform the master reset. You can save time, however, by setting your
vessel’s position, as well as time difference and antenna height
described below.

TIME DIFFERENCE (Setting the time difference)

• In this menu, you can set the time difference between UTC
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(Universal Time Coordinate) and the local time.

ANTENNA HEIGHT (Setting the antenna height)

• In this menu, you can set the antenna height (from the sea level) of
the GPS/DGPS sensor.

GEODETIC DATUM (Setting a geodetic system)

• In this menu, you can set the data type of the Geodetic System the
GPS/DGPS sensor uses. In preparing charts or maps, cartographers
rely on a particular geodetic datum or scaling system (Geodetic
System) on which to calibrate the Latitude/Longitude coordinate
structure onto their charts. The GPS/DGPS sensor also calculates the
vessel’s position using the same Geodetic System. If the data type used
in the Geodetic System by cartographers and the GPS/DGPS differ,
the positions calculated by the GPS/DGPS may be considerably
different, up to 200 m, from those in the charts. Therefore, it is
necessary to set this item so that both sides use the same data type.
The data type used is normally listed in the margin on the chart. Set
the same data type.
There are 46 types of data available currently. (Refer to “Geodetic
System Table” p.140)

FIX MODE (Setting the fixing mode)

• In this menu, you can set the geodetic mode of the GPS/DGPS
sensor. When the GPS is connected, 3D provides more precise data
than 2D. When the DGPS212 is connected, the AUTO mode is
selected regardless of this setting.

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HDOP LEVEL (Setting the HDOP level)
• In this menu, you can set the upper limit of the HDOP level using
this item. The HDOP level indicates the geodetic precision
determined by the constellation of the GPS satellites. Precision is
increased as this level decreases and vice versa. The constellation of the
GPS satellites changes constantly and the HDOP level changes
accordingly. The GPS/DGPS sensor stops positioning when the
HDOP level exceeds the upper level specified in this item. Therefore,
if you set a smaller value as the upper limit, the precision is improved,
but the possibility of interrupting positioning becomes larger.

AVERAGE (Setting an interval to average the data)

• In this menu, you can set an interval to average the positioning data.
If you set a longer interval, the positioning data becomes more stable.
If you set a shorter interval, you can reflect your vessel’s movement
changes more quickly, though the positioning data becomes less
stable.

EXCLUDE SAT (Setting the satellite number not

used)
• In this menu, you can set the satellite numbers so that excluded

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satellites are not used for positioning. The GPS/DGPS sensor does
not use these excluded satellites for positioning.
The satellite number not used cannot be set by GPS112/DGPS212
themselves.

DGPS SETTING
• In this menu, you can perform the basic settings of the beacon DGPS SETTING

module of the DGPS sensor. MODE AUTO

FREQUENCY 283.5KHZ
BAUDRATE 100BPS
TX COMMAND
Note:
• Use TX COMMAND to send the values set in the following settings.

MODE (Setting the reception mode of the beacon)

• In this menu, you can set the reception mode of the beacon.

FREQUENCY (Setting the beacon frequency)

• In this menu, you can set the beacon frequency. The frequencies range
from 283.5 kHz to 325.5 kHz and you can set it in increments of 0.5
kHz.

BAUDRATE (Setting the beacon baud rate)

• In this menu, you can set the baud rate used by the beacon.

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 WAAS SETTING
WAAS SETTING • In this menu, youcan perform the basic settings of the WAAS module
MODE AUTO of the DGPS sensor.
RANGING ON
NG WAAS NO USE
WAAS NO. AUTO Note:
TX COMMAND
• Use TX COMMAND to send the values in the following setting.

MODE: AUTO/MANUAL
• Select a method to input differential data, either beacon receiver/
WASS satellite or some other automatic method.

RANGING: ON/OFF
• Select whether the differential data transmission satellite to also be
used as the positioning satellite.

NG WAAS: NO USE/USE
• Select whether to use the test satellite or the disable satellite.

WAAS NO.: AUTO/120 to 138

• Select whether to input the number of the satellite to be used or do it
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INSTALLATION
• This menu includes various settings required for installation, such as INSTALLATION
the selection of the external data input method and unit, or the initial SIMULATION OFF
INITIAL POS. N 0°00.000’
setting of the GPS/DGPS antenna. After installing the RADAR 1800, E 0°00.000’
use this menu to make your settings. CLOCK ADJUST 00/00/0000
00:00
DATE & TIME 12HOUR
SIMULATION (Turning the simulator ON/OFF) RADAR ADJUST>
DATA IN/OUT >
• In this menu, you can turn on or off the simulator. UNITS >
CALIBRATION >
• The simulator provides navigation information such as radar echo, OPERATION >
vessel position, vessel speed, course using the dummy data stored
initially in the RADAR 1800. While the simulator is activated, you
can simulate almost all operations except the operation of the
INSTALLATION menu and radar control.

INITIAL POSITION (Setting the standard position of

the chart display)
• In this menu, you can set the standard position of the chart display
when no navigation aid is connected.

CLOCK ADJUST (Adjusting the date and time)

• In this menu, you can adjust the date and time displayed on the

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screen.

DATE & TIME (Selecting a system of time)

• In this menu, you can select 12-hour or 24-hour system and display
OFF.

RADAR ADJUST (Adjusting the radar)

• In this menu, you can set operation condition and adjust the tuning, RADAR ADJUST
the relative alignment, and the display timing of RADAR 1800. EBL BEARING REL
PRF SHIFT 20
BEARING 0
DISPLAY TIMING 561
TUNE PRESET 32
STC PRESET 57

[EBL BEARING]
• You can select the EBL bearing reading relative or true.
EBL BEARING
(Refer to “Bearing Measurement” p.60)
REL TRUE

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 [PRF SHIFT]
PRF SHIFT • In case of dual radar installed or received other radar’s signal, which
radar use same PRF (Pulse Repetition Frequency), sometime appeared
20 strong interference as a concentric circle. In this case you can avoid
strong interference by PRF shift.
• Select PRF SHIFT at the RADAR ADUST menu, press the Joystick ,
the PRF SHIFT popup menu is displayed. You can change PRF by
Joystick right or left, after adjusting press Joystick .
(Refer to “INTERFERENCE REJECTION” p.62)

[BEARING] (Relative BEARING alignment)

Refer to “Relative BEARING alignment” p.39.

[DISPLAY TIMING]
Refer to “DISPLAY TIMING” p.39.

[TUNE PRESET]
Refer to “TUNE PRESET” p.38.
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[STC PRESET]
Refer to “STC PRESET” p.39.

DATA IN/OUT
DATA IN OUT • In this menu, you can set the RADAR 1800 so that you can get the
TEMP. IN NMEA data such as water temperature or vessel’s speed, or issue the data in
DEPTH IN NMEA
POSITION IN GPS the specified format.
NMEA OUT

TEMP. IN (Selecting temperature input)

• In this menu, you can select the water temperature data input from
the external NMEA source or OFF. When NMEA is selected, the
water temperature input from the external water temperature gauge is
displayed.
Note:
• When you input the water temperature data from an external water
temperature gauge, you need to connect the specified signal line to the
NMEA connector on the rear panel. In addition, be sure to check that the
NMEA0183 sentences of $xxMTW are output from the connected water
temperature gauge. (You can check this easily using the self test mode of the
RADAR 1800.)

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 DEPTH IN (Selecting depth data input)
• In this menu, you can select the depth data input from the external
NMEA source or OFF. When NMEA is selected, the depth data input
from the external depth gauge is displayed.
Note:
• When you input the depth data from an external water temperature
gauge, you need to connect the specified signal line to the NMEA
connector on the rear panel. In addition, be sure to check that the
NMEA0183 sentences of $xxDPT or $xxDBT are output from the
connected water depth gauge. (You can check this easily using the self test
mode of the RADAR 1800.)

COURSE IN (Selecting course data input)

• In this menu, you can select the vessel’s course data input from GPS,
GPS compass, or magnetic compass. When GPS is selected, the
course data is inputted from GPS.
Notes:
• When you select input source to GPS and you use an external NMEA
source (select NMEA at POSITION IN menu), you need to connect the

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specified signal line to the NMEA connector on the rear panel. In
addition, be sure to check that the NMEA0183 sentences of $xxHDT,
$xxHDG, $xxRMC, or $xxVTG are output from the connected GPS.
(You can check this using the self test mode.)
• When you select input source to GPS COMPASS, you need to connect the
specified signal line to the DC12V/COMPASS connector on the rear
panel. In addition, be sure to check that the NMEA0183 sentences of
$xxHDT is output from the connected GPS compass. (You cannot check
this using the self test mode.)
• When you select input source to MAG, you need to connect the specified
signal line to the DC12V/COMPASS connector on the rear panel. In
addition, be sure to check that the NMEA0183 sentences of $xxHDT,
$xxHDG, $xxHDM, or $xxVHW are output from the magnetic compass.
(You cannot check this using the self test mode.)

POSITION IN (Selecting position input)

• In this menu, you can set the source of the navigation information
data such as position, course, geodetic information, etc. The RADAR
1800 provides the GPS/DGPS connector which allows a direct
connection of the DGPS212 or GPS112, and the NMEA connector
to input the NMEA0183 formatted navigational information data
from the external navigation aids. The navigational information input
from the connector selected in this item is displayed on the screen.
When GPS is selected, the navigational information input from the
GPS112 or DGPS212 connected to the GPS/DGPS connector on the
rear panel is displayed. When NMEA is selected, the navigational
information input from the external navigation aids is displayed.

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 Note:
• When you input the navigational information data from the GPS/DGPS
or the external navigation aids, you need to connect the specified signal
line to the GPS/DGPS connector or the NMEA connector on the rear
panel. In addition, after connecting the external navigation aids, be sure
to check that the NMEA0183 sentences of $xxGGA or $xxRMC are
output from the connected external navigation aids. (You can check this
easily using the self test mode of the RADAR 1800.)
NMEA OUT (Putting out data)
• In this menu, you can issue the data in the specified format.
• If you press the Joystick when the Radar screen is displayed in the
Radar mode and the Radar/Chart mode, the position of the cursor
($RDRSD) is output.

UNITS
UNITS • In this menu, you can select the unit of depth, temperature, speed,
DEPTH FT and distance.
YOUR DEPTH 1.0000/m
TEMPERATURE °F DEPTH (Selecting depth units)
SPEED&DIST UNIT KTS/NM
• In this menu, you can select from among MT (meter), FT (feet), FM
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(fathom), and SP (special). When SP is selected, the depth is displayed

with the unit you set.
YOUR DEPTH (Setting custom depth units)
• In this menu, you can specify a meter-covered value for your own
depth (SP). The unit ranges between 0.3000/m and 1.9999/m, and
you can specify it in increments of 0.1 millimeter.
TEMPERATURE (Changing temperature units)
• In this menu, you can select the unit of water temperature between
Centigrade (°C) or Fahrenheit (°F).
SPEED & DIST UNIT (Changing speed and distance units)
• In this menu, you can select a pair of speed and distance units
between KTS & NM (knots/nautical miles), KPH & KM (kilometers
per hour/kilometers), and MPH & SM (miles per hour/statute miles).

CALIBRATION
CALIBRATION • In this menu, you can set a calibration value for each data described
LAT/LON below.
MAGNETIC CORR. MANUAL
E 0.0°
RESET LOG

LAT/LON (Calibrating the longitude/latitude)

• In this menu, you can set a calibration value for the longitude and the
latitude.

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 MAGNETIC CORR. (Correcting the magnetic compass)
• In this menu, you can set a correction value for the magnetic variation
automatically (AUTO) or manually (MANUAL). The readout of the
bearing will be the sum of the input bearing data and the correction
value. You can select AUTO or MANUAL for setting the correction
value. For example, enter E7.0° as the correction value when the
magnetic variation currently listed in the marine chart is W7.0°. The
correction range from 0.0 to W99.9° or E99.9°, and you can set it in
increments of 0.1°. To disable correction, select MANUAL and set the
correction value to 0.0°.
Note:
• A magnetic variation value set with AUTO is a rough value calculated
based on the current date and time, and the ship’s current position. You
cannot set it with AUTO if the data of the current date & time and the
current ship’s position is not stored. When it is necessary to set a more
precise value or when the abovementioned data is not stored, set it with
MANUAL.
RESET LOG (Resetting the trip log)
• In this menu, you can reset the LOG value to “0”. The LOG is the
sum of the navigated distances and displayed at the top of the screen

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in the NAVIGATION mode. The value of the LOG is maintained
after the RADAR 1800 is turned OFF.

OPERATION
• This menu is used to set the Joystick mode, the CENTER soft key OPERATION
J-STICK PUSH WAYPOINT
mode, and operation guides appears or disappears. CENTERING VESSEL
GUIDE ON

J-STICK PUSH
• Set the joystick mode. By selecting MARK, the joystick is set as
J-STICK PUSH
MARK (EVENT MARK) input mode. By selecting WAYPOINT, the
WAYPOINT (EVENT WAYPOINT) input mode is set. MARK
WAYPOINT
CENTERING
• When centering the chart screen, select the center standard. CENTERING
By selecting VESSEL, the middle of the boat is used for centering; by
selecting CURSOR, the cursor is used for centering. VESSEL
CURSOR
GUIDE
• By selecting ON, the operation guides display at many functions; by
GUIDE
selecting OFF, the guides not display.
OFF ON

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 CUSTOM SETUP
CUSTOM SETUP • You can use this function to store your customized menu setting to a
PRESET memory position which can be reloaded later. Press MENU and
CUSTOM INIT
select CUSTOM SETUP from the menu.
PRESET
PRESET • Using this function will store all current menu setting to the Custom
memory.
MEMORY YOUR MENU
SETTINGS
TO THE "CUSTOM".
ARE YOU SURE?
YES NO

CUSTOM INITIALIZE
CUSTOM INIT. • This function initializes the menu settings to those saved by the
PRESET function.
INITIALIZE ALL MENU
SETTINGS BY THE
"CUSTOM".
ARE YOU SURE?
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YES NO

Note:
• Waypoint and Route information are not stored in Custom memory. If a
Master Reset is done the Custom memory is replaced by factory default
values.

MEMORY COPY
MEMORY COPY • In this menu, you can store internally set data of such as routes,
USE THE CARD > waypoints, tracks, marks, and settings into the C-MAP User C-Card,
USE THE PC >
or transfer the data to the RADAR 1800. You can also transfer the
data to a personal computer.
• This menu includes two submenus USE THE CARD and USE THE
PC.

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USE THE CARD
Note: The C-MAP User C-Card should insert to an upper slot.
• Select USE THE CARD to display the FILES IN THE CARD list FILES IN THE CARD
T xxxx:yyyy/mm/dd
that contains various stored files. T xxxx:yyyy/mm/dd
tt:mm
tt:mm

• The alphabets R, T, M, and S, which precede the administrative M xxxx:yyyy/mm/dd tt:mm

M xxxx:yyyy/mm/dd
number xxxx, stand for as follows. M xxxx:yyyy/mm/dd
tt:mm
tt:mm

R : ROUTE/WAYPOINT R xxxx:yyyy/mm/dd tt:mm

R xxxx:yyyy/mm/dd tt:mm
T : TRACK R xxxx:yyyy/mm/dd tt:mm

M : MARK R xxxx:yyyy/mm/dd tt:mm

R xxxx:yyyy/mm/dd tt:mm
S : SETTING S xxxx:yyyy/mm/dd tt:mm

• Turn the Jog Dial to scroll the FILES IN THE CARD list.
STORE LOAD FILE FORMAT
Note: ERASE

• If the message “NO CARD!” appears even if the C-MAP User C-Card is
inserted correctly, the data stored in the card may not be compatible with
the RADAR 1800 or the card is not initialized. Execute CARD
FORMAT before use.
Storing data in the card
• Press the STORE Soft Key and press the Joystick up or down to MEMORY TO CARD
specify a type of the data to store, and press the Joystick to store the

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data. WPT&ROUTE
TRACK
Loading data from the card
MARKS
• Press the Joystick up or down to specify the file to transfer and press
SETTING
the L O A D Soft Key to transfer the file.
Erasing data file
• Press the
Joystick up or down to specify the file to erase and press the FILE ERASE
FILE
ERASE Soft Key. After you confirm the message “ARE YOU
SURE?”, the file is erased. ERASE SELECTED
FILE.
ARE YOU SURE?
YES NO

Formatting a card
• Press the F O R M A T Soft Key to format a card. After you confirm the FORMAT
message, the card is formatted.
Note:
ERASE ALL FILES
IN THE CARD.
• When you format a card including data stored by MEMORY COPY, all
ARE YOU SURE?
these data are deleted.
YES NO

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 USE THE PC
MEMORY COPY - PC • Select USE THE PC to display the MEMORY COPY - PC menu.
RADAR1800 > PC
PC > RADAR1800 Notes:
• To use this function, it is necessary to install the communication tool
exclusive for the PC. This communication tool is not attached to the
RADAR 1800. Please download it from our Internet site. (URL is found
on the backside of the manual). This communication tool is free.
• Use an RS-232C cable (9-pin cross type) sold commercially to connect the
RADAR 1800 and the PC. (Refer to p.40)
• This function cannot be used while Navigation is active.

Transferring data to a PC
You can upload data from the RADAR 1800 to PC.
MEMORY COPY PC Follow the procedure described below.
WPT&ROUTE Refer to the manual attached to the communication tool for
TRACK detailed information about how to operate the communication tool.
MARKS q Set the PC communication tool to the reception status.
SETTING w Select RADAR1800 > PC and press Joystick .
The data select menu appears.
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e Select the data to send and press Joystick to start transmmision..

r When the transmission is completed, the message “COMPLETE!”
appears.
Note:
• If the transmission is terminated due to the line failure, the message
“ERROR!” appears. In this case check again whether the cable is broken, a
proper cable is used, and so on.

Receiving data from a PC

You can download data from the PC to the RADAR 1800.
Follow the procedure deseribed below.
Refer to the manual attached to the communication tool for
detailed information about how to operate the communication tool.
q Select PC > RADAR1800 and press Joystick .
The RADAR 1800 gets ready to receive data from the PC.
The RADAR 1800 enters the standby mode during transmission.
w After selecting the data to send using the communcation tool, start
transmission.
e When reception of data from the PC is completed, the message
“COMPLETE!” appears.
To abort reception, press and hold BRT/CLR
BRT/CLR for more than three
seconds.

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Note:
• If invalid data are received, the message “ERROR!” appears. In this case,
check again whether the data are broken.

ATTENTION
While receiving data, the transmission and
reception to/from GPS and that of the NMEA
data are terminated.

ALARM
ALARM SETTING
• Press MENU , select “ALARM SETTING>”, and press Joystick , the
NAV ALARM >
“ALARM SETTING” menu is displayed. RADAR ALARM >
TEMP. ALARM >
CLOCK ALARM >
BUZZER ON

NAV ALARM (Navigation alarms)

• Select “NAV ALARM>”, and press Joystick , the “NAV ALARM”
menu is displayed.
ARRIVAL (Arrival Alarm)

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• When turned on, this alarm shows a message on the screen and also NAV ALARM
ARRIVAL OFF 0.01
sounds the buzzer when the distance between your vessel and the ANCHOR OFF 0.01
waypoint displayed in the NAVIGATION window becomes equal to OFF-COURSE OFF 0.01
ZONE __ __ __ __
or less than the operator’s preset value. __ __ __ __
SPEED UPPER OFF 0.1
SPEED LOWER OFF 0.1
TRIP OFF 0.1
DGPS OFF

ANCHOR (Anchor Alarm)

• When turned on, this alarm shows a message on the screen and also
sounds the buzzer when the distance your vessel and the waypoint
displayed (usually anchor drop point) in the NAVIGATION window
becomes equal to or greater than the operator’s preset value.

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 OFF-COURSE (Off Course Alarm)
• When turned on, this alarm shows a message on the screen and also
sounds the buzzer when the deviation from the intended course
becomes equal to or greater than the operator’s preset value.

ZONE (Danger Zone Alarm)

• When turned on, this alarm shows a message on the screen and also
sounds the buzzer when your vessel comes into a zone selected by the
operator in advance.

Set area and the area number.

5
Alarm range
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Note:
• To use the ZONE (Danger Zone Alarm), it is necessary to construct a
rectangle in advance to the area where you want to issue an alarm. (Refer
to p.87)

DGPS (DGPS Alarm)

• When turned on, this alarm shows a message on the screen and also
sounds the buzzer when the positioning mode of DGPS changes to
other than the differential positioning mode.
SPEED UPPER (Speed Upper Limit Alarm)
• When turned on, this alarm shows a message on the screen and also
sounds the buzzer when the speed of your vessel is greater than the
operator’s preset upper speed value.
SPEED LOWER (Speed Lower Limit Alarm)
• When turned on, this alarm shows a message on the screen and also
sounds the buzzer when the speed of your vessel is less than the
operator’s preset lower speed value.
TRIP
• When turned on, this alarm shows a message on the screen and also
sounds the buzzer when the predetermined distance is navigated.

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RADAR ALARM
There are three kind of radar alarms, guard zone alarm, scanner
rotation stop alarm, and communication line alarm for external heading
sensor.

GZ Guard Zone IN/OUT alarm.

BZ Scanner rotation stop alarm. (No Bearing Zero signal

alarm)
COM Communication line alarm. (No signal input from
heading sensor)

[Setting Guard Zone]

• Select “RADAR ALARM>”, and press Joystick , the “RADAR
ALARM” menu is displayed.
Refer to “Setting GUARD ZONE”. (Refer to p.67)

BZ ALARM
• This function sets the time that the alarm sounds when the rotation
signal, (hereafter BZ signal) is discontinued. BZ ALARM

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Normally the time for the BZ signal error alarm is continuous.
CONTINUOUS
It will continue to sound continuously as long as the user does not
push the "CLR" key.
The time setting can be from 10 seconds to 60 seconds or continuous.
When the Interswitch kit is installed. And, a limited value is set.
When the antenna access is taken over from the other display unit and
the display unit is using the antenna in transmission status. Then,
after the specified time, the BZ signal error occurs when the rotation
signal from the antenna is cut off, which should be used only when
automatically turned OFF.
In the normal case (No Interswitch kit), be sure to set it to
"CONTINUOUS".

WARNING
Perform BZ alarm settings with the owner's
authority.
When the BZ setting time is limited, monitor
the alarm constantly. If the antenna is
stopped, and the alarm function stops with
out being noticed, it could be dangerous, be
careful.

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 TEMP. ALARM (Temperature alarms)
TEMP. ALARM • Select “TEMP. ALARM>”, and press Joystick , the “TEMP.
TEMP UPPER OFF 60.0
TEMP LOWER OFF 50.0
ALARM” menu is displayed.
TEMP RATE OFF 6.0
TEMP UPPER (Temperature Upper Limit Alarm)
• When turned on, this alarm shows a message on the screen and also
sounds the buzzer when the temperature value sensed is greater than
the operator’s preset upper temperature value.
TEMP LOWER (Temperature Lower Limit Alarm)
• When turned on, this alarm shows a message on the screen and also
sounds the buzzer when the temperature value sensed is less than the
operator’s preset lower temperature value.
TEMP RATE (Temperature Variation Alarm)
• When turned on, this alarm shows a message on the screen and also
sounds the buzzer when the temperature value changes by more than
the operator’s preset rate value for a minute.

CLOCK ALARM
CLOCK ALARM Select “CLOCK ALARM>”, and press Joystick , the “CLOCK
TIME OFF 00:00AM ALARM” menu is displayed.
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COUNT DOWN OFF 00´00¨

TIME (Just Time Alarm)
• When turned on, this alarm shows a message on the screen and also
sounds the buzzer when the time is same as the operator’s preset time.
COUNT DOWN (Count Down Alarm)
• When turned on, this alarm shows a message on the screen and also
sounds the buzzer when the count down time is zero.

BUZZER (Alarm buzzer)

BUZZER • Select “BUZZER”, and press Joystick , the “BUZZER” on/off popup
menu is displayed.
OFF ON You can set the buzzer to sound or not whenever an alarm message is
displayed.
Select OFF to show just an error message without the buzzer.

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Self Test Operation
• The RADAR 1800 has a built-in self test function with which you ROM
SELF TEST
Rx.xx MOB MENU
can check the operating status of the RADAR 1800 automatically. SRAM
DRAM
OK
OK
Lxxx
RANGE
Rxxx

RD ROM Rx.xx NAV

Also a function of monitoring input NMEA0183 formatted sentences CARD-1
CARD-2
OPEN
OPEN
EBL
BRT
MODE
CENT
RS232C STBY TX
is attached to the self test function, and you can easily check various RD SRAM OK
RD DRAM OK
TUNEINPUT DATA
data input from external equipment. GPS INPUT DATA

• The self test function has the following four functions.

NMEA INPUT DATA
Internal checking function:
Checks DPU and shows OK or NG as the result.
“MENU”KEY:SWITCH TO DISP.TEST
Input data monitoring function: POWER OFF:EXIT SELF TEST

Displays various input data including GPS/DGPS sensor and

NMEA0183 sentences on the screen.
Panel checking function:
Displays the status of the panel key that has been pushed.
Display checking function:
Displays test patterns such as character font or color pattern.
• When you push STBY/OFF to turn the power on while pushing
T/CLR and CENTER at the same time, the RADAR 1800 enters the
BRT/CLR
BR
SELF TEST mode and the SELF TEST display appears. Then ROM

Section 3 Operation
and RAM are checked automatically and various data as well as the
result (OK or NG) appear. Push any panel key to change the
corresponding indicator from red to blue on the screen. When all
indicators change to blue, the panel check is completed. After the
panel check is completed, push BR T/CLR to pause the input data
BRT/CLR
display temporarily. Push BR T/CLR again to resume the display. When
BRT/CLR
you want to check the NMEA0183 input sentences, stop the display
with this procedure to make checking easier. Push MENU to switch
the display to test pattern. Each time you push MENU , the test
pattern changes as long as the power is on.
• Turn the power off to end the self test.

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 Master Reset and Language Select
Operation

RESET
There are two type of reset: MASTER RESET and CUSTOM SETUP.
(Refer to p.102)

MASTER RESET MASTER RESET

SELECT YOUR LANGUAGE. • A MASTER RESET can be performed by either the SOFT Reset or
ENGLISH HARD Reset. The SOFT Reset restores all set values except the
FRANCAIS WAYPOINT data and ROUTE PLAN data to the original factory
DEUTSCH
ITALIANO set-up values. The HARD Reset restores all set values to the original
NORSK factory-set values and deletes the WAYPOINT and ROUTE PLAN
ESPANYOL
data. When you want to keep the WAYPOINT and ROUTE PLAN
data, execute the SOFT Reset. When the MASTER RESET is
executed, The CUSTOM PRESET is initialized to the factory-set
defaults.
MASTER RESET • When you push STBY/OFF to turn the power on while pushing
Section 3 Operation

SELECT RESETTING TYPE. MOB and MENU at the same time, the LANGUAGE SELECT
display appear. Press the Joystick up or down to select a language and
SOFT
HARD
push it in to open MASTER RESET type select display. Press the
Joystick up or down to select HARD or SOFT and push it in to
SOFT:
INITIALIZE ALL SETTINGS select OK or CANCEL for the select language and the reset type.
WITHOUT CLEAR WPT&ROUTE
DATA.
Press the Joystick to the left or right to select OK and push it in to
HARD: executed the MASTER RESET.
INITIALIZE ALL SETTINGS
WITH CLEAR WPT&ROUTE DATA. After the MASTER RESET is executed, the RADAR 1800 is
rebooted automatically. To abort the MASTER RESET and language
select, select CANCEL and push the Joystick .

Note:
MASTER RESET • When a backup error occurs, the RADAR 1800 enters the MASTER
EBL BEARING REL RESET mode automatically, and language select menu opens. In this case,
YOUR SELECTS you cannot abort the MASTER RESET. Be sure not to turn the power off
ENGLISH during the MASTER RESET.
SOFT RESET

EXECUTE MASTER RESET.

ARE YOU SURE?

OK CANCEL

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 Master Reset Condition
Item English, Italian Other language
MENU RADAR SETTING RINGS ON
BEARING HUP
INTERFERENCE ON
REJECTION ON
SEA MANUAL
TUNE AUTO
EXPANDER OFF
PROCESS OFF
TRAILS OFF
TX-PLAN TX-PLAN OFF
TX PERIOD 10 SCAN
STBY PERIOD 3 MIN
WAYPOINT OFF
COLOR INSIDE BLUE
OUTSIDE SKY
ECHO YELLOW

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TRAILS SKY
PLOT SETTING MARK SIZE SMALL
TRACK SETUP TRACK PLOT TIME 1
MEMORY SIZE 5000
TRACK COLOR SKY
VESSEL SHAPE ¡
VESSEL SIZE SMALL
L/L-TD CONV. POSITION DISP LAT/LON
LORAN-C CHAIN GRI 4990, TD1 0, TD2 0
TD CORRECTION TD1 0.0, TD2 0.0
CHART DISPLAY CHART DISP MODE NORTH UP-T
SCALE BAR ON
VECTOR RAY SHORT
BRG LINE ON
WAYPOINT MARK
CURSOR INFO NORMALLY OFF
L/L GRID ON
CHART COLORS LAND 4
SEA 3
L/L GRID RGB
000

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 CUSTOM CHART CHART BOUNDARY ON
LIGHT SECTORS ON, C
BUOY & BEACON INTNL.
LAND MARKS ON
NAMES ON
RIVER & LAKE ON
CULTURAL ON
BOTTOM TYPE ON
UNDER WATER ON
SOUNDING DEPTH ON
UPPER 0FT
LOWER 100FT
DEPTH SHADING OFF
UPPER 30FT
LOWER 1000FT
DEPTH CONTOUR ON
UPPER 0FT
LOWER 3000FT
DETAILED NORMAL
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GRAPH SETTING GRAPH DISPLAY DEPTH

DEPTH SCALE TIME 50 TIME 15
CENTER 100 CENTER 30
TEMP. SCALE TIME 60 TIME 15
CENTER 20 CENTER 10
SPEED SCALE TIME 20
CENTER 40
GPS SETTING POSITION N 35° 35.000’
E 139° 46.000’
TIME DIFF. +00:00
ANTENNA HEIGHT 10MT
GEODETIC DATUM WGS-84
FIX MODE AUTO
HDOP LEVEL 10
AVERAGE MANUAL 2S
EXCLUDE SAT 00 00 00 00 00 00
DGPS SETTING MODE AUTO
FREQUENCY 288.0 KHZ
BAUDRATE 200 BPS
WASS SETTING MODE AUTO
RANGING ON
NG WAAS NO USE
WAAS NO. AUTO
TX COMMAND
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INSTALLATION SIMULATION OFF
INITIAL POS. Preserved (Customer’s setting)
CLOCK ADJUST Preserved (Customer’s setting)
DATE & TIME 12 HOUR
RADAR ADJUST EBL BEARING RELATIVE
PRF SHIFT 20
BEARING 512
DISPLAY TIMING 840
TUNE PRESET 38
STC PRESET 31
DATA IN/OUT TEMP. IN NMEA
DEPTH IN NMEA
COURSE IN GPS
POSITION IN GPS
NMEA OUT See NMEA Setting List
UNITS DEPTH FT MT
YOUR DEPTH 1.0000 MT
TEMPERATURE °F °C

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SPEED & DIST UNIT KT & NM
CALIBRATION LAT/LON N 00.000’ E 00.000’
MAGNETIC CORR. MANUAL, E 0.0°
OPERATION J-STICK PUSH WAYPOINT
CENTERING VESSEL
GUIDE ON
ALARM SETTING NAV ALARM ARRIVAL OFF, 0.01
ANCHOR OFF, 0.01
OFF-COURSE OFF, 0.01
ZONE -- -- -- -- -- --
SPEED UPPER OFF, 0.1
SPEED LOWER OFF, 0.1
TRIP OFF, 0.1
DGPS OFF
RADAR ALARM GUARDE ZONE OFF
ALARM MODE IN
ALARM LEVEL 4
BZ ALARM CONTINUOUS
TEMP. ALARM TEMP UPPER OFF, 60.0 OFF, 15.6
TEMP LOWER OFF, 50.0 OFF, 10.0
TEMP RATE OFF, 0.5 OFF, 0.2
CLOCK ALARM TIME OFF, 00:00 AM
COUNT DOWN OFF, 00’00”
BUZZER ON

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 EDIT WAYPOINT EDIT IN CHART
ROUTE PLAN 00
STICK CURSOR CENTER
MOB MOB NO
NAV NAV SELECT ROUTE WAYPOINT DIRECT 000
PLANNED ROUTE 00
SEQUENCE FWD
STEP AUTO
STOP WATCH 00:00:00.00
EBL/VRM EBL
MODE RADAR
CENTER CENTER
BRT/CLR BRIGHT 10
CONTRAST 5
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 SECTION 4 Maintenance
General
It is necessary to perform the maintenance services listed below to keep the
RADAR 1800 in good working conditions.
Proper maintenance of the RADAR 1800 minimizes the possibility of
machine failures.
The maintenance operations that are common to all components of the
RADAR 1800 are listed below.
q Cleaning
Remove dirt, dust, or water-spray from the RADAR 1800 enclosure and
keep it as clean as possible. Use a dry lint-free cloth.
w Screw inspection
Check the screws used to assemble and secure the components of the
RADAR 1800 for loose connection.
e Cabling check
Check the cables connecting between the components (between the scanner
unit and display unit, display unit and power supply, and display unit and
optional devices) for poor connection.

CAUTION
When servicing the RADAR 1800, be sure to turn it
off to prevent electric shock. If a rectifier unit is

Section 4 Maintenance
used, in particular, turn off power to the display unit.
Note that voltages from the rectifier unit are always
present even if the radar is stopped.

Scanner Unit
When inspecting the scanner unit of the RADAR 1800, be sure to turn off
power to the display unit.
Keep watches or magnetic cards away from the modulator block as it
contains a magnetron having a strong magnetic force.

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 Radome Scanner Unit
q Radome
A radome surface contaminated by smoke, dust, or paint would cause
attenuation or reflections of radio waves, resulting in reduced radar
performance. Periodically check the radome scanner unit. If it proves dirty,
wipe the radome surface with a soft lint-free cloth moistened with alcohol or
damped cloth.
*Never use solvents such as thinner, gasoline, benzene, trichlene, and ketone.

w Lubricating gears
• Apply grease to gears evenly using a knife or brush. This lubrication needs
to be performed at least semiannually. The shorter the lubrication period,
the longer the gears will endure.
Use Mobilux No.2 from Mobile Oil Co,. ltd. Or equivalent.
• Check the mounting bolts for loose connection occasionally.

Display Unit
Cleaning the Display Unit Screen
Dust on the LCD would reduce the transparency and make the video image
dim.
Wipe the screen surface with a soft lint-free cloth (made of flannel or cotton).
A cloth moistened with an antiseptic agent would cause little problem. When
using it, wipe softly; never rub the screen surface with force.
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 SECTION 5 Principle
Radar Basics
The role of radar operator is to analyze the echos on the screen to assist in
proper navigation and safety of the vessel. To do the best job it is imperative to
understand the operation including advantages and weaknesses of radar. The best
way to learn is in good visibility conditions so proper comparisons can be made
between visual sightings and the representations presented on the radar display.
Some of the advantages and uses of radar are: the monitoring of other vessels in
order to avoid collisions, recognizing buoys and navigation marks for assistance in
entering and leaving port, establishing own ships position by measurement of
bearing and distance to land/islands and comparing to charts, and recognizing
heavy rain clouds. The following sections explain the screen representations.

Strength of Reflection from the Targets

The strength of a radar target depends on several conditions including
distance from you, size of the target, the height of your radar antenna, height of
the target, and the radar reflective properties of the target surface towards you.
Especially coastlines can be deceiving as a higher perpendicular surface will reflect
the radar beams back better than a beach which is sloping up and has no surface
to bounce the beams back. As shown in the illustration the closer beach may not
show as a returned echo while the mountain furthur back does show.

MOUNTAIN DISPLAYED ON THE SCREEN

SEA SHORE LINE NOT DISPLAYED ON THE SCREEN

Figure 5-1
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Sea Clutters
When the sea is rough, bright noise is reflected from the wave tops especially
closer in around the center of the screen. The higher the waves, the stronger the
noises. Sometimes breakers or even ships wakes may show on the screen.

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 False Echoes
Shadows
Owing to the location of a scanner, surrounding masts and structures may
block the propagation of radar waves in those directions. This can be noticed by
thin or weak shadow sectors in the nearby sea clutter returns. Since these shadows
are fixed due to the physical surroundings on the vessel, it is necessary for the
operator to be aware of them and realize that targets in those sectors may be
weaker or blanked out.

Side lobe
The radar beam has a main beam and weaker side lobes to either side of the
main beam. Because of the side lobers, a series of weaker targets in an arc the
same distance as the real target can show as in the Figure 5-2. This usually occurs
mostly with stronger target returns and it is usually easy to pick out the stronger
echo in the arc as the real target.

Figure 5-2

False Echo by Secondary Reflection

When an object is in the vicinity of own ship and in some occasion, 2 echoes
appear on he screen that one is true echo and another is a false echo resulted from
secondary reflection of radar beam from ship’s structure such as funnel or mast. In
this case, false echo appears in the direction of funnel or mast from the radar
scanner as Figure 5-3.

ACTUAL TARGET
Section 5 Principle

DIRECT MICRO WAVE

RADAR SCANNER
SECOND REFELECTION
OF MICRO WAVE

MAST FALSE TARGET

CAUSED BY MAST

Figure 5-3
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False Echo by Multiple Reflection
As Figure 5-4, when the own ship is in side by side with a large ship or
building, evenly spaced plural echoes appear in one direction. In this case, echo is
the nearest echo to the own ship.

Figure 5-4

Radar Interference
When other ship’s radar operated in same frequency is the vicinity of own
ship, Radar interference pattern appears on the screen as the Figure 5-5. As
interference pattern appears in a form of dotted stripes and moves around the
screen but the pattern is not stationary, discrimination from the true target is
rather easy.
The IR control will help reduce or eliminate this noise. In severe cases
shifting the PRF may also be necessary.

Section 5 Principle

Figure 5-5

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 GPS/DGPS Basics
GPS
The Navstar/GPS system is a satellite-based radio navigation system designed
to provide global, continuous 24 hour-per-day, all weather, accurate position data
for navigators. The GPS(Global Positioning System) is based on a GPS sensor’s
ability to accurately measure the propagation time of signals transmitted from
orbiting satellites in your sensor.
The satellites transmit accurately timed signals along with a navigation
message which includes the satellite’s position (orbit or ephemeris data), precise
time (clock) correction signals, and almanac data for the complete constellation of
satellites.

GPS System

Figure 5-6

The complete constellation will consist of 24 satellites (3 spare satellites) in 6

orbital planes. Four satellites are equally spaced in each plane.
The four satellites equally spaced in each plane circle the globe once every 12
hours at a distance of approximately 20,000Km from the Earth.
The satellites continuously broadcast their navigation messages at a frequency
of 1575.42MHz (for civilian use). The message is repeated every 30 seconds.
Superimposed on the navigation message is a high rate C/A (coarse/acquisition)
Section 5 Principle

code used for precise positioning measurements and positive satellite

identification. The C/A ID code permits the user to determine and select the
“best satellites” to use in position calculations.
If it were possible to measure “true satellite ranges” directly, it would only be
necessary to track data from any two satellites to obtain a vessel’s latitude/
longitude. In actual practice, for marine navigation, a minimum of three satellites
are normally tracked in order to reduce the sensor’s own internal clock timing bias
error.
By calculating the ranges of four satellites, the clock timing bias error can be
eliminated and the vessel’s three dimensional position can be determined.

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Differential GPS (DGPS)
The differential GPS comprises a reference station with its position(latitude
and longitude) accurately known, a beacon station for radio broadcasting of
DGPS correction data, and user-owned GPS sensor equipped with a differential
correcting function.
The GPS sensor is used to fix the position of the reference station whose
position is accurately known and to compare this with the actual reference station
position to get range errors. The range errors are transmitted to the beacon station
as the DGPS correction data and are broadcast from the beacon station to the
user. This DGPS correction data is received by the user-owned beacon receiver,
and is sent to the GPS sensor. The GPS sensor calculates its own position by
adding the correction data to the actual data transmitted from the satellites.
Compared with the fixed positioning provided by existing GPS sensors, the
DGPS system calculates the position with a very small error not exceeding 10%
of the measure.

DGPS System

Figure 5-7
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 Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS)
Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) is a system that improve GPS
position fixing accuracy. GPS signal errors are observed at multiple ground based
reference stations. The data are gathered to the master station, then correction
values are comprehensively calculated. The correction values are transmitted to a
geostationary satellite, then they are broadcasted to ground based users. Ground
based differential GPS system, similar to a beacon differential GPS, supports
300km in radius around the beacon station, but the WAAS vastly expands the
service area to mountainous and off-shore regions. The WAAS covers the Eastern
Southern and Mid-western United States with INMARSAT Atlantic ocean
region-west satellite, and covers the Western United States, Alaska and Hawaii
with INMARSAT Pacific ocean region satellite.
The WAAS service is free of charge because The WAAS is operated by the
Federal Aviation Administration that is governmental entities.

Availability of WAAS
Currently, the WAAS is doing broadcast tests. Full-scale operations of the
system is scheduled to the end of 2003. During test operations the WAAS can be
used with almost no time-lapse problems, but it causes infrequent transmission
stoppage and some degraded accuracy correction. Further, some functions of the
GPS112W may be not available for use during the test transmission period due to
system upgrades carried out to improve performance.
JRC is not liable for any loss while using the WAAS satellites during test
transmissions, or any malfunction of the GPS112W by the upgrades of WAAS
system.
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WAAS System

Figure 5-8

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 SECTION 6 Interswitch (option)

Section 6 Inter Switch (option)

Outline
Interswitch is a device used to switch the antenna between two display units.
The configuration is as shown on the attachment: Set the standard display
unit and antenna to plus; this is then the junction box and two Interswitch cables
and specified sub-unit.
In standard operation, the display unit that is powered up can use the
antenna.
When the display unit that is powered up is using the antenna, and the other
display unit is turned ON, that display unit can access the antenna. The display
unit that can not use the antenna is turned OFF by a function that automatically
cuts the power.

The length of the cables between each unit is shown below.

• Between the antenna and the junction box (10 m)
• Between the junction box and the display unit (10 m)

Components
No. Description Model No. Qty. Remarks
1 Junction Box NCZ-1432 1
2 Interswitch cable CFQ-6550 2 10m
3 Display Unit NCD-4300 1
4 Power Cable CFQ-6532 1 2m
5 Fuse(10A) 1
6 Sun cover MTV303270 1
7 Flush Mounting Kit MPTG30914 1

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 Construction
Section 6 Inter Switch (option)

GPS
NKE-1065
RECEIVER SCANNER

CFQ-6531 (10m)

J3
NCZ-1432
JUNCTION BOX
(CABIN)
J1 J2
CFQ-6550 (10m) CFQ-6550 (10m)

J2 J2
NCD-4300 NCD-4300
1'st DISPLAY 2'nd DISPLAY
(CABIN) (UPPER BRIDGE)
J3 J4 J3
GPS DATA IN NMEA DATA
J1 J1

DC12V DC12V

DC12V (ship's main)

Figure 6-1 Interswitch system diagram (NQE-1200)

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Installation

Setting Jumpers

Section 6 Inter Switch (option)

Table 1 is a summary of the operation of the display unit when the jumpers
in the switchbox have been set. The mode for setting 1 or 2 can be selected
depending on the jumper settings in the Interswitch box. The factory default
setting is 2 (settings 3 and 4 are prohibited).

In setting 1, operation is standard as noted above. The last unit to be turned

ON can use the antenna, the display unit that is already powered up can not use
the antenna and has its power turned OFF at the same time.

Setting 2, (factory default setting: initialization setting) is applicable when

display unit 1 is installed in the cabin or someplace similar, and when display unit
2 is installed on the upper bridge or someplace similar.
In this setting, the power to display unit 1 is not turned OFF even if display
unit 2 is turned ON, however, display unit 2 can use the antenna.
However, while the display unit 2 is turned ON, and power is turned ON to
display unit 1, then display unit 2 is turned OFF and display unit 1 can use the
antenna. (Display unit 1 controls the power to display unit 2.)
Therefore, even if display unit 2 on the upper bridge is ON, by turning ON
the power to display unit 1 in the cabin, the power to display unit 2 is remotely
turned OFF. Which then makes it possible to turn OFF power to both units from
the cabin by turning of the power to display unit 1.

Table 6-1 Switchbox TB 1, 2 setting table

Jumper Condition TB1 TB2 Operation
Setting 1 1-2 1-2 Both display unit 1 and display unit 2 can not be turned ON at the
(Recommended when same time.
power is not supplied to When display unit 1 is turned ON, and then display unit 2 is turned
the GPS receiver.) ON, display unit 1 is turned OFF. The reverse is the same.
Access to the antenna goes to the display unit that is powered up.
Setting 2 1-2 1-2 The power to display unit 1 remains ON even if display unit 2 is
(Recommended when turned ON. However, priority access to the antenna goes to display
power is supplied to the unit 2 if display unit 2 is turned ON.
GPS receiver.) When display unit 2 is turned ON, and then display unit 1 is turned
ON, display unit 2 is automatically turned OFF, and display unit 1
takes priority access to the antenna.
Setting 3 2-3 1-2 Prohibited setting
Setting 4 2-3 2-3 Prohibited setting

Setting 2 is the factory default setting.

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 Unit Connecting Cable
Be sure that the positive and negative polarity for the power connected to
both display units is the same.
It is necessary to connect the 12 V connector and GND connector to the
Section 6 Inter Switch (option)

same terminal. The voltage is 12 V.

Also, the switchbox is not sealed against leaks, be sure to install it indoors
where it will not be splashed with seawater or liquids.
In the default setting (setting 2), the settings are made for display unit 1 to be
installed in the cabin, and display unit 2 to be installed in the upper bridge or a
similar place. (TB 1: Jumper between 1 - 2; TB 2: Jumper between 2 - 3)
The following setting example is written as if display unit 1 (the display unit
that is normally ON when under way) is in the cabin, and display unit 2 is
installed in the upper bridge or someplace similar.

(1) Connect both display unit 1 and display unit 2 to the J1 power cable, be
careful to connect each power cable as noted, connect the "RED" line to the
12 V power positive side, and in the same way connect the "BLACK" to the
negative.
(2) Connect the J2 of display unit 1 to the CFQ-6550 cable, connect one side to
the "MASTER (CABIN)" of NCZ-1432 (switchbox below).
(3) In the same way, connect the J2 of display unit 2 to one of the CFQ-6550
cables, connect one side to the "SLAVE (UPPER BRIDGE)" in the
switchbox.
(4) Connect cable CFQ-6531, which runs between the antenna and the display
unit, to "TO SCANNER" in the switchbox. At this time, cut off the black
waterproof cap with a razor knife or box cutter.

Read the following only if you are entering NMEA data for GPS or similar
kinds of receivers.

(5) Connect the cable from the GPS receiver (DGPS200 etc.) to the J3 (GPS) of
display unit 1.
(6) Connect the connectors attached to the display unit to the cables in the
following way, connect the J4 of display unit 1 to the J3 of display unit 2.
In this case, power to the GPS receiver is provided from display unit 1, and the
GPS receiver will not operate, and NMEA data will not be input, if display unit 1
is not turned ON.

1 1
2 2
3 3
4 4
5 5

J3 of display unit 1 J4 of display unit 2

Figure 6-2 NMEA cable connections

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 CAUTION
Be sure to do connections to the same battery
terminal even if it is a 12 volt boat.

Section 6 Inter Switch (option)

Particularly, when doing an in-line connection to a
12 volt battery on a 24 volt boat, be sure to connect
both display units to only one battery. Connecting
both display unit 1 and 2 to separate batteries by
cause a serious accident.

Display unit 1 Display unit 2

+ – + –

+ – + –

12V battery 12V battery

Figure 6 - 3 Correct example of connection to a 24 volt boat.

(The display units are connected to the +12 V and GND from the same battery.)

Display unit 1 Display unit 2

+ – + –

+ – + –

12V battery 12V battery

Figure 6 - 4 Incorrect example of connection to a 24 volt boat.

(The display units are connected to the +12 V and GND from separate batteries.)

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 Operation

The following is for the jumpers in the junction box. (Setting 1)

Section 6 Inter Switch (option)

TB1 = 1 - 2, TB2 1 - 2
Display unit 1 and display unit 2 can alternately use the antenna each time
they are turned ON, whichever display unit is already ON is turned OFF.
Example:
Turning ON display unit 2 while display unit 1 is ON turns OFF the power
to display unit 1. After display unit 2 has been running for 1 minute and 30
seconds the magnetron is finished pre-heating, allowing it to use the antenna for
transmission.
In the same way, turning ON display unit 1 while display unit 2 is ON turns
OFF the power to display unit 2, allowing it to use the antenna.

The following is for the jumpers in the junction box. (Setting 2)

TB1 = 1 - 2, TB2 = 2 - 3
The power to display unit 1 stays on even when the power to display unit 2 is
turned ON.
However, access to the antenna is given to display unit 2 if display unit 2 is
turned ON.
When display unit 2 is turned ON, and display unit 1's power is turned ON,
the power of display unit 2 is automatically turned OFF, and display unit 1 is
allowed access to the antenna.
Example:
Display unit 1, which is normally ON and used when underway, from
departure to arrival, also provides the electric power to operate the GPS receiver, it
is used to store and display the ship's route.
By turning ON display unit 1, while display unit 2 is operating, display unit
2's power can be turned OFF, and display unit 1 gets priority access to the
antenna.
By turning ON display unit 2 while display unit 1 is transmitting, because
the priority access to the antenna moves from display unit 1 to display unit 2 an
antenna rotation error (BZ error) occurs at display unit 1.
Therefore, to turn ON display unit 2's power, first put display unit 1 into
standby, then put display unit 1 into standby status, and then turn ON display
unit 2.

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 CAUTION
While one display unit is transmitting, and another
display unit is turned ON, depending on the settings

Section 6 Inter Switch (option)

the power may be turned OFF. In cases like this, be
sure that transmission status has changed to
standby status, then turn ON the power to the other
display unit.
Immediately after turning OFF the power to the
display unit, and the turning ON the power again,
absolutely wait at least five seconds before turning
it ON. The machine may not operate normally.

BZ ALARM Setting
Refer to p.107

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 SECTION 7 After-Sales Service
When Asking for Service
When you think the RADAR 1800 is not operating normally, consult your
dealer, our agent, branch, sales department or subsidiary for advice.

Repair during warranty period

Section 7 After-Sales Service

Should a malfunction occur when the RADAR 1800 has been operated
according to descriptions and instructions in the instruction manual, it will be
repaired free of charge during the warranty period. However breakdowns resulting
from abuse, negligence, natural disaster, fire or other unforeseeable incident due
to manufacturing defect will be chargeable.

Repair after warranty period

Repairs that restore normal operation made after the warranty period have to
be paid in full by the client.

Product data that should be provided when you ask

for service
• Name of product, model and serial number
• Description of malfunction (as detailed as possible)
• Company address or name of organization, address and telehpone number

Checks and Inspection

Product performance gradually declines with long use resulting in inaccurate
measurements, although the rate of this decline varies with frequency of use. To
prevent this, periodic maintenance is required in addition to regular inspections.
For information on maintenance, contact your dealer. Note that maintenance is
charged for.
Inquiries should be directed to JRC. Addresses and telephone numbers are
listed on the back cover of this manual.

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 SECTION 8 Disposal
Disposal of LCD Module

WARNING
If the LCD module breaks and the internal liquid that
flows out touches your skin, rinse it off with flowing
water for more than 15 minutes. If any symptom
develops, immediately see a doctor. If the liquid
enters your eye, rinse it with flowing water for more
than 15 minutes and see a doctor without delay.

The fluorescent lamp built in the LCD module contains mercury. When
disposing of the LCD module, you need to observe the ordinances or regulations
of your local government.

Section 8 Disposal
Disposal of RADAR 1800
Observe all national laws and regulations when you dispose of RADAR
1800.

Handling Used Lithium Batteries

WARNING
Before you dispose of a lithium battery, place a piece
of adhesive tape across the plus and minus
terminals to prevent electric shorts that could result
in fire, explosions or other hazards.

The RADAR 1800 contains a lithium battery for battery backup.

• Dispose of used lithium batteries as non-combustible garbage.

• Insulate the + and - terminals by placing a piece of adhesive tape over them
before disposal.
Observe all local regulations concerning the disposal of batteries.
For details, consult your dealer, our agent or sales department, or local authority.

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 SECTION 9 Specification
General
Type of emission PON
Display type Raster scan, PPI method, vertically long display
Display panel 6.5-inch high contrast color LCD
Range scale 0.125, 0.25, 0.5, 0.75, 1.5, 3, 6, 12, 24nm
Range resolution 25m max.
Minimum detective range 25m max.
Range scale accuracy 1.5% of the maximum operating range or 70m,
whichever larger.
Bearing accuracy ±1 degree max.
Bearing display mode Head-up, North-up, Course-up
Ambient conditions Temperature
Scanner -15°C + 55°C
Equipment other than scanner: -10°C ∼ +50°C
Relative humidity
All equipment: +35°C, 95% RH
Vibration
All equipment:
Section 9 Specification

Amplitude 3 mm (0 to 500cpm)
Amplitude 0.75mm (500 to 1500cpm)
Amplitude 0.2 mm (1500 to 3000cpm)
Power consumption approx. 50W at DC12V
Power supply input fluctuation DC10.2 ∼ 16V
Pre-heating time approx. 90 sec
EMC FCC/IC/R&TTE
Illumination of LCD 330 cd/m2
Control of brightness 10 step
Control of contrast 10 step

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Scanner
Outside dimensions approx. height 227mm × diameter 450mm
(1.5ft)
Mass approx. 5kg
Plane of polarization Horizontal polarization
Beam width Horizontal beam width 5.2 degrees
Vertical beam width 30 degrees
Side lobe level -21dB max.
Antenna rotation Approx. 32 rpm
Transmission output 2kW
Transmission frequency 9445±30MHz
Transmission tube Magnetron
Transmission pulse length/PRF 0.125nm 0.08µs/2250Hz
0.25nm 0.08µs/2250Hz
0.5nm 0.08µs/2250Hz
0.75nm 0.08µs/2250Hz
1.5nm 0.3µs/1200Hz
3nm 0.8µs/600Hz
6nm 0.8µs/600Hz
12nm 0.8µs/600Hz
24nm 0.8µs/600Hz
Duplexer T-junction with diode Limiter

Section 9 Specification
Mixer MIC front end
Intermediate frequency amplifier Intermediate frequency 60MHz
Band width 10MHz (0.08µs)
3MHz (0.3µs, 0.8µs)
Gain 90dBmin.
Receiver characteristic linear receiver
Overall noise figure 7dB (average)
Timed TX mode TX time 10, 20, 30, all rotation
STBY time 3, 5, 10, 15 minutes

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 Display Unit
Mounting Table, Bulkhead, or Flush mount
Outside dimension Approx. W253 × H205.5 × D115mm
Mass Approx. 2.8kg
Display Vertical 6.5-inch color LCD
Number of pixels 320 × 234 (1/4VGA)
Display area Approx. 133mm × 97mm
Display mode RADAR
CHART
RADAR/CHART horizontal split
CDI
DATA
WIND
Language English, French, German, Spanish, Norwegian,
Italian
Simulator Built-in
Section 9 Specification

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Radar
Color/Graduation Radar video
Graduation: 4
Color: 4 (Yellow, Green, Amber,
Color (Red/Yellow/Green))
Trail
Graduation: 1
Color: 3 (Sky, White, Green)
Fix marker, VRM, EBL
Color: 1 (Cyan)
Letter, dial
Color: 1 (White)
SHM, Cursor
Color: 1 (White)
Background color Dark blue/Black
Range/Scale spacing Range Scale spacing Number of scales
0.125nm 0.0625nm 2
0.25nm 0.125nm 2
0.5nm 0.25nm 2
0.75nm 0.25nm 3
1.5nm 0.25nm 6
3nm 0.5nm 6

Section 9 Specification
6nm 1nm 6
12nm 2nm 6
24nm 4nm 6
Screen display mode Radar mode
RM/HUP, NUP, CUP
*NUP and CUP need magnetic compass or
GPS compass
Split mode
Radar part: HUP/NUP/CUP
Chart part: NUP/CUP/Angle UP
Variable range scale Range display unit: 0.01nm
4 digit digital display
Electronic cursor Bearing display unit: 0.5degree
Relative/True

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 Cursor Displays the range, bearing and L/L.
Moved using the joy-stick
Tuning method Manual/Auto
Sea clutter restraint Manual/Auto
Rain clutter restraint Manual
Radar interference rejection Built-in
Bearing scale 5-degree scale, 360 degrees
Ship’s heading display Electronic
Guard zone alarm “IN” and “OUT”
Buzzer sound available.
Memorize function and available
Covering range: 1.5 times at used range scale
Offset Up to 33% of radius.
Trail Relative trail
Interval: 30sec, 1min, 3min, 6min, continuous
Section 9 Specification

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Plotter
Display method Mercator projection (Latitude 70 maximum).
Display mode Chart,CDI (Compass), DATA, Wind
(Direction/Velocity)
Chart data C-MAP card
Waypoint Number of waypoint: 1000point
Number of Icon: 24 icon
Length of waypoint name: 8 characters
Display color: 7 colors (work with icon)
Route Number of route: 40 route
Segment of route: 100 waypoint
Length of waypoint name: 8-characters
Display color: 7 colors
Port service Available
Track Display color: 7 colors
Interval: 0 - 3600sec
0.00 - 99.99NM
Memory capacity: 1000 - 8000 point
Registration route Available
Mark Display color: 7 colors
Memory capacity: 2000 - 9000 point
(including waypoint data)

Section 9 Specification
Number of mark 24 (same as WPT)
Input: Cursor position/Own ship position
MOB Available
Construction Dot. Line, Rectangular
Tide graph Available
Alarm Arrival, Anchor, Off-course, Danger zone, Trip
Graph display Temperature/Depth/Speed
(When temperature data and/or depth data are
inputted.)

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 Input/Output Signal
GPS Receiver (JRC) GPS112(JRC), DGPS212 (JRC)
NMEA data IN: GGA, GLL, VTG, RMC, HDG, HDT,
HDM, MTW, VHW, MWV, VWR,
VWT, DPT, DBT (V2.0)
OUT: APB, BOD, GGA, GLL, RMB, RMC,
VTG, XTE, BWC, OSD, RSD
(Ver 1.5 or 2.0)
Compass input data Electronic compass: NMEA (HDT, HDM,
HDG, VHW)
(Ver 2.0)
GPS Compass: JLR-10 (JRC): NMEA (HDT)
PC interface RS-232C
Section 9 Specification

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APPENDICES
Wiring Diagram
6.5 INCH COLOR LCD
A901 H-7WSBS7001A

DATA CABLE CCFL CABLE

10

12
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24
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10

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1
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J8 J7 1 1 1 1
2 2 2 2
3 3 3 3
4 4 4 4
5 5 5 5
C-MAP CARD SLOT
A902 K10CAR103A

6 6 6 6
1 1 7 7 7 7
8 8 8 8

PANEL UNIT
2 2
3 3 9 9 9 9
10 10 10 10

CCK-829
4 4
5 5 11 11 11 11
6 6 12 12 12 12
J3 13 13 13 13
14 14 14 14
15 15 15 15
16 16 16 16
17 17 17 17
MAIN CONTROL UNIT 18 18 18 18
19 19 19 19
CMC-1132 20 20 20 20
PC I/F 21 21 21 21
22 22 22 22
1 1 23 23 23 23
1 2 2 J501
6 J6 24 24 24 24
3 3
2
7 4 4 W903
3 5 5
8 6 6
4 1 1 1 1

SUB PANEL UNIT

9 7 7 2 2 2 2
5 8 8 3 3 3 3
9 9 4 4 4 4

CCK-852-R
10 10 5 5 5 5
W904 11 11 6 6 6 6
12 12 J4 7 7 7 7
J5 8 8 8 8

J2 W905 J551
J1
10

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11
10

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11

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9

W901 W902

POWER UNIT CBD-1559

DC 12V/COMPASS SCANNER
GPS NMEA
1 2 1 2 3 1 5 1 5
3 4 5 4 5 6 7 2 4 2 4
6 7 8 9 10 3 3

J1 J2 J3 J4

J1 J2 J3 J4
1 SHIP'S MAIN+ 1 1A 1 GPS +12V 1 NC
2 SHIP'S MAIN- 2 2A 2 GPS GROUND 2 DATA -OUTPUT
3 COMPASS+ 3 PW 3 GPS COMMON 3 DATA COMMON
4 COMPASS- 4 VD 4 GPS INPUT 4 DATA +INPUT
5 5 VDR 5 GPS OUTPUT 5 DATA +OUTPUT
6 6 TIR/GSR
7 7 TI/GS
8 BZ/TUNI
9 TUNV
10 INTSW

Figure Appendices-1
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 Geodetic System Table
No. NAME
0 WGS-84
1 WGS-72
2 Japan
3 North American 1927 (America)
4 North American 1927 (Canada, Alaska)
5 European 1950 (Europe)
6 Australian geodetic 1966 (Australia)
7 Ordnance Survey of Great Britain (England)
8 NAD-83
9 No Use
10 No Use
11 Adindan (Ethiopia and Sudan)
12 ARC 1950 (Botswana)
13 Australian Geodetic 1984 (Australia)
14 Bermuda 1957 (Bermuda Islands)
15 Bogota Observatory (Colombia)
16 Campo Inchauspe (Argentina)
17 Chatham 1971 (Chatham Island)
18 Chua Astro (Paraguay)
19 Corrego Alegre (Brazil)
20 Djakarta (Vatavia) (Sumatra)
21 European 1979 (Europe)
22 Geodetic datum 1949 (New Zealand)
23 Guam 1963 (Guam)
24 Hayford 1910 (Finland)
25 Hjorsey 1955 (Iceland)
26 Indian (India and Nepal)
27 Ireland 1965 (Ireland)
28 Kertau 1948 (West Malaysia and Singapore)
29 L.C.5 Astro (Cayman Brac Island)
30 Liberia 1964 (Liberia)
31 Luzon (Philippines)
32 Merchich (Morocco)
33 Minna (Cameroon)
34 Nahrwan (Oman)
35 Naparima, BWI (Trinidad and Tobago)
36 Old Egyptian (Egypt)
37 Old Hawaiian (Hawaiian Islands)
38 Pico de las Nieves (Canary Islands)
39 Provisional south American 1956 (South America)
40 Provisional south 1963 (Southern Chile)
41 Puerto Rico (Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands)
42 Qornoq (South Greenland)
43 RT90 (Sweden)
44 Santa Braz (Sao Maguel, Santa Maria Islands)
45 South American 1969 ( South America)
46 Southwest Base (Faial, Graciosa, Pico, Sao Jorge and Terceira Island)
47 Timbalai 1948 (Brunei and East Malaysia)

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NMEA0183 Standard Input/Output
Sentences
Input Sentences
NORMAL INPUT
$xxGGA Global Positioning System Fix Data
$xxGLL Geographic Position-Latitude/Longitude
$xxVTG Course Over Ground and Ground Speed
$xxRMC Recommended Minimum Specific GPS data
$xxHDG Heading, Deviation & Variation
$xxHDT Heading-True
$xxHDM Heading-Magnetic
$xxMTW Water Temperature
$xxVHW Water Speed and Heading
$xxMWV Wind speed and angle
$xxVWR Wind relative Bearing and Velocity
$xxVWT Wind true Bearing and Velocity
$xxDBT Depth Below Transducer
$xxDPT Depth
HIGH RATE INPUT (Use only Heading information)
$xxHDG Heading, Deviation & Variation
$xxHDM Heading-Magnetic
$xxHDT Heading-True
$xxVHW Water Speed and Heading

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 Output Sentences
$INAPB Heading/Track Controller (Autopilot) Sentence “B”
Necessary to connect the GPS112 or DGPS212
$IIAPB Heading/Track Controller (Autopilot) Sentence “B”
Necessary to connect the GPS112 or DGPS212
$INBOD Bearing-Origin to Destination
Necessary to connect the GPS112 or DGPS212
$GPGGA Global Positioning System Fix Data
Necessary to connect the GPS112 or DGPS212
$GPGLL Geographic Position-Latitude/Longitude
Necessary to connect the GPS112 or DGPS212
$GPRMC Recommended Minimum Specific GPS data
Necessary to connect the GPS112 or DGPS212
$INRMB Recommended Minimum Navigation Information
Necessary to connect the GPS112 or DGPS212
$GPVTG Course Over Ground and Ground Speed
Necessary to connect the GPS112 or DGPS212
$INXTE Cross-Track Error, Measured
Necessary to connect the GPS112 or DGPS212
$INBWC Bearing & Distance to Waypoint
Necessary to connect the GPS112 or DGPS212
$RAOSD Own Ship Data
$RARSD Radar System Data

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Waypoint List

Waypoint no. Waypoint name Remarks

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 Waypoint no. Waypoint name Remarks

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Waypoint no. Waypoint name Remarks

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 Waypoint no. Waypoint name Remarks

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 FIRST EDITION
JUN. 2004.
CODE No. 7ZPRD0551B JRC