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may be considered a defense article from the US Government's perspective.  US government 
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Summary of Contents for Ranger R Series

Page 1: ...isclosed herein or herewith is not to be reproduced used or disclosed in whole or in part to anyone without the written permission of FLIR Systems Inc Ranger R Series Radars Installation and Maintenan...

Page 2: ...ansmitted copied modified distributed displayed sold licensed published or derivative works created therefrom in any form or by any means electronic mechanical recording or otherwise without the writt...

Page 3: ...ave any questions please contact FLIR s Global Trade Compliance group at exportquestions flir com CONTACT INFORMATION Toll Free North America 1 866 657 4554 1 450 663 4554 1 450 663 7134 www flir com...

Page 4: ...a US person it may be considered a defense article from the US Government s perspective US government authorization may be required for re transfer to a foreign person If you have any questions pleas...

Page 5: ...document Caution The CAUTION symbol is used to alert the reader to situations where a hazard to personnel safety may arise WARNING The WARNING symbol is used to alert the reader to situations where e...

Page 6: ...le Markup Language BIT Built in Test CE Refers to CE marking a conformity mark in Europe Doppler Doppler effect Also refers to Doppler radar operation mode where target speed is used to reject fixed c...

Page 7: ...HARDWARE SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 13 2 1 HARDWARE COMPONENT DESCRIPTION 13 2 2 PHYSICAL SYSTEM OVERVIEW 13 3 PLANNING SYSTEM INSTALLATION 15 3 1 RADAR ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION 15 3 2 POWER DISTRIBUTION NETWORK...

Page 8: ...Figure 9 Radar Installation on Even Terrain Incorrect Height 20 Figure 10 Radar Installation Near Rising Terrain Correct Radar Position and Tilt Angle 20 Figure 11 Radar Installation on Hill Top Inco...

Page 9: ...17 Table 3 R1 R2 and R3 Minimum Maximum Detection Range for Low Crawler Walker and Car 30 Table 4 R5 Minimum Maximum Detection Range for Low Crawler Walker and Car 31 Table 5 R3D Minimum Maximum Dete...

Page 10: ...r Manual for Mid Range Perimeter Surveillance Radars 1 1 EQUIPMENT FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS 1 1 1 R1 R2 R3 R3D R5 and R5D Radar Assembly The R1 R2 R3 R3D R5 and R5D provide detection capability for...

Page 11: ...etection Disclaimer Due to the inherent nature of radar detection small and or very slow moving objects may not be detected by the R1 R2 R3 R3D R5 and R5D Disclaimer Under heavy rainfall conditions 10...

Page 12: ...to a clean area Open case and follow these steps Step 1 Inspect packing for any damage If damage is noted take photos and contact shipper Step 2 Remove packing material and retain for future use Step...

Page 13: ...FLIR s Global Trade Compliance group at exportquestions flir com 2 HARDWARE SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 2 1 HARDWARE COMPONENT DESCRIPTION The R1 R2 R3 R3D R5 and R5D Radar Systems comprise the following comp...

Page 14: ...sub assembly and a processor sub assembly Figure 2 Left R1 R2 R3 Center R3D Right R5 R5D 2 2 2 Radar Server Computer The Radar Server computer hosts the following applications Radar Application Manage...

Page 15: ...s Refer to the Configuration Manual for a description of these networks 2 2 7 Cabling FLIR Radar Systems provide connectorized cables for sale in standard lengths Pre cut cable lengths vary You can or...

Page 16: ...Compliance group at exportquestions flir com About 45 Poor radar location Good radar location The radar assembly should be installed in a location where it has an unobstructed view of the area to be...

Page 17: ...tion height above ground Mounting the radar too high may result in reduced radar sensitivity due toincreased radar returns from the ground refer to Figure 6 Radar model Typical height above ground Con...

Page 18: ...exportquestions flir com Figure 4 Optimizing Grazing Angle Note In an uneven terrain environment the radar should be installed so as to follow or graze to the extent possible terrain contour as shown...

Page 19: ...nment s perspective US government authorization may be required for re transfer to a foreign person If you have any questions please contact FLIR s Global Trade Compliance group at exportquestions fli...

Page 20: ...a defense article from the US Government s perspective US government authorization may be required for re transfer to a foreign person If you have any questions please contact FLIR s Global Trade Com...

Page 21: ...ve US government authorization may be required for re transfer to a foreign person If you have any questions please contact FLIR s Global Trade Compliance group at exportquestions flir com Figure 12 R...

Page 22: ...ion range of line of sight targets is below expected or required values Radar is mounted high and or environment contains tall vegetation and or uphill terrain Detection of targets past the FastScan d...

Page 23: ...for a power on surge should be provided Therefore a minimum 75W of power is recommended for trouble free operation in all conditions A single power supply may supply multiple radar assemblies the mini...

Page 24: ...in the United States or possessed by a US person it may be considered a defense article from the US Government s perspective US government authorization may be required for re transfer to a foreign pe...

Page 25: ...questions please contact FLIR s Global Trade Compliance group at exportquestions flir com Figure 16 Left R1 R2 R3 and R3D Right R5 and R5D Mounting and Connector Location Figure 17 Regular Mounting Pl...

Page 26: ...rain to properly direct the radar energy If needed it is possible to tilt the radar assembly up to 22 5 to follow the terrain contour The mount area should be designed such that rain water does not ac...

Page 27: ...overnment However when in the United States or possessed by a US person it may be considered a defense article from the US Government s perspective US government authorization may be required for re t...

Page 28: ...tions flir com 4 1 3 Water Accumulation The R1 R2 R3 R3D R5 and R5D Radar Assemblies are designed to prevent water ingress in the radar unit however it is preferable to use a mounting plate that will...

Page 29: ...questions please contact FLIR s Global Trade Compliance group at exportquestions flir com Figure 21 Overhanging Mounting Plate 4 2 ANTENNA TILT ADJUSTMENT Note The R1 R2 R3 R3D R5 and R5D radars are...

Page 30: ...5 400 5 1500 5 2600 5 480 5 1900 5 2600 6 500 5 1900 5 2600 9 500 5 1900 5 2600 1 0 m 6 300 5 1100 5 2550 8 400 5 1500 5 2600 12 480 5 1900 5 2600 16 500 5 1900 5 2600 23 500 5 1900 5 2600 1 5 m 9 30...

Page 31: ...2900 36 4850 3 m 24 1050 13 1300 13 2350 34 1850 18 2350 18 4100 58 2300 31 2900 31 4850 90 2400 48 3000 48 5000 202 2300 107 2900 107 4850 4 m 32 1050 21 1300 21 2350 45 1850 30 2350 30 4100 78 2300...

Page 32: ...5 630 5 3600 5 5400 6 700 5 4000 5 6000 1 m 5 210 5 1200 5 1800 6 450 5 2600 5 3900 8 630 5 3600 5 5400 16 700 5 4000 5 6000 2 m 11 210 5 1200 5 1800 14 450 5 2600 5 3900 19 630 6 3600 6 5400 35 700...

Page 33: ...80 5 4900 5 8400 6 1100 5 5500 5 9400 1 m 5 300 5 1600 5 2700 6 660 5 3300 5 5600 8 980 5 4900 5 8400 16 1100 5 5500 5 9400 2 m 11 300 5 1600 5 2700 14 660 5 3300 5 5600 19 980 6 4900 6 8400 35 1100 1...

Page 34: ...4 2 5 Antenna Tilt Adjustment Procedure R1 R2 R3 and R3D Figure 33 Radar Antenna Tilt Adjustment R1 R2 R3 and R3D Step 1 Unfasten the 8 screws from under the base of the unit then remove the radome St...

Page 35: ...e antenna assembly in order to change the tilt angle Remove the radome by first unscrewing the 8 screws under the base of the unit Step 2 Loosen the two slot screws on each side of the antenna Step 3...

Page 36: ...ETHERNET RX C Unused N ETHERNET TX D Unused P Unused E Unused R Unused F Unused S Unused G Unused T Unused H Unused U Unused J FEED 28 V V Unused K RETURN 28 V Table 7 Power Data Connector Pin Assignm...

Page 37: ...s Around this region the tracking of targets and intruders may be sub optimal It is recommended to set this parameter to an azimuth outside the radar transmit sector Figure 23 shows good and bad choic...

Page 38: ...ions flir com Step 1 In Radar Console application program the RD_target_up_az parameter with the value established as shown in Figure 66 Step 2 Press the button Figure 24 Configuring the Target Azimut...

Page 39: ...D R5 and R5D Radar Assemblies Synchronization Method The R1 R2 R3 and R3D radars operate in the same frequency band Similarly the R5 and R5D also operate in the same frequency band however they use a...

Page 40: ...US government authorization may be required for re transfer to a foreign person If you have any questions please contact FLIR s Global Trade Compliance group at exportquestions flir com Figure 25 Reu...

Page 41: ...7 0 0 Up to 8 Up to 4 chirp slots 0 2 4 6 Up to 3 chirp slots 1 2 3 0 Up to 7 Up to 1 chirp slot 0 0 Up to 1 chirp slot 0 Up to 3 0 Up to 4 chirp slots 0 1 2 3 Up to 2 chirp slots 0 1 Up to 6 0 Up to...

Page 42: ...t exportquestions flir com To configure a radar synchronization method and chirp slot use the following steps Note The synchronization method must be programmed before being able to change the chirp s...

Page 43: ...oup at exportquestions flir com 5 3 CONFIGURING TRANSMISSION SECTORS A transmission sector is an angular zone where the radar transmits radar energy and detects targets The R1 R2 R3 R3D R5 and R5D sup...

Page 44: ...red For most deployments is it recommended to use complete coverage by setting the sector to 0 to 360 If an assembly causes some interference with other equipment or if there are other reasons for cha...

Page 45: ...te In the event that any of these error codes are reported follow the procedure below Step 1 Try re initializing the system Step 2 If the error persists gather the following information Physical insta...

Page 46: ...m the US Government s perspective US government authorization may be required for re transfer to a foreign person If you have any questions please contact FLIR s Global Trade Compliance group at expor...

Page 47: ...l verifications The visual verification must check the following Verify that the radome is clear from any obstruction such as trees or branches or any natural formation of dirt grime or bird deposits...

Page 48: ...if the radome is heavily soiled 7 4 EXTERNAL MECHANICAL INSPECTION Follow the instructions below to perform an external mechanical inspection Step 1 Inspect for cracks damage or deterioration Note For...

Page 49: ...instructions below to verify the gears Step 1 Place the radar in a clean dry location Step 2 Remove the radome See Section 7 5 Step 3 Verify that there are no plastic fragments on the base of the rad...

Page 50: ...defense article from the US Government s perspective US government authorization may be required for re transfer to a foreign person If you have any questions please contact FLIR s Global Trade Compl...

Page 51: ...Compliance group at exportquestions flir com Figure 31 Verify for loose payload R5 R5D shown 7 8 REPLACING THE MEMBRANE GORE VENT The Gore Membrane Vents are screwed in under the base plate assembly T...

Page 52: ...pective US government authorization may be required for re transfer to a foreign person If you have any questions please contact FLIR s Global Trade Compliance group at exportquestions flir com Step 1...

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