Important information
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Important information
Introduction
This handbook contains an explanation of how to install, connect and
maintain your Digital Radome scanner and covers the following models:
• RD418D - 18” 4 kW Digital Radome scanner.
• RD424D - 24” 4 kW Digital Radome scanner.
Your radar has been designed and manufactured to meet the rigorous
demands of the marine environment. However, no machine can perform its
intended function unless installed, operated and maintained properly.
Please carefully read and follow the recommended procedures for installa-
tion contained in this handbook.
When properly installed and operated, the use of this radar conforms to:
• IEEE C95.1 - 2005 - Standard for Safety Levels with respect to Human
Exposure to Radio Frequency Electromagnetic Fields, 3 kHz to 300GHz.
• ICNIRP Guidelines 1998 - International Commission on Non-Ionising
Radiation Protection: Guidelines for limiting exposure to time-varying
electric, magnetic and electro-magnetic fields (up to 300GHz) 1998.
Intended use
This product is a radar scanner intended for use within a navigational radar
system. The intended application is for leisure marine boats and work
boats not covered by IMO/SOLAS carriage requirements.
Installation and operation of this radar may be subject to individual
licensing of the equipment, operator or vessel. You are strongly advised to
check with the requirements of the licensing authority of your national
administration. In case of difficulty, contact your local Raymarine dealer.
Safety notices
WARNING
Radio Frequency Radiation Hazard
The radar antenna emits electromagnetic energy at micro-
wave radio frequencies which can be harmful, particularly to
your eyes. DO NOT look at the antenna at close range.
It is important that the radar is turned off whenever personnel
are required to come close to the scanner assembly. It is
recommended that the radar scanner is mounted out of range
of personnel (above head height).
The maximum power density level which is considered safe for
general public exposure is 10 W/m
2
, and for occupational expo-
sure it is 100 W/m
2
. The distances from the radar scanner
within which these levels may be exceeded are given below:
Model
Distance to 100 W/m
2
point
Distance to 10 W/m
2
point
RD418D
Max power density at any
distance is <100 W/m
2
1.0m (worst case)
RD424D
Max power density at any
distance is <100 W/m
2
1.0m (worst case)
