X-band 12kW Upmast Magnetron Transceiver
Chapter 8: Setting to work
HBK-2300-3 Issue 2
Page 31 of 40
8.4
Troubleshooting
The troubleshooting information provides possible causes and corrective action required for common
problems associated with marine electronics installations.
Prior to packing and shipping, the equipment is subjected to comprehensive test and quality
assurance programmes. However, if you experience problems with the operation of the system, this
section will help you to diagnose and correct problems in order to restore normal operation.
If after referring to this section you are still having problems with your unit, please contact Kelvin
Hughes Ltd Technical Support for further advice.
POWER UP TROUBLESHOOTING
Problems at power and their possible causes and solutions are described here.
Problem
Possible causes
Possible solutions
The transceiver does not
start up or operate
Problem with the power
supply
Check relevant fuses/ breakers
Check that the power supply cable
is sound and that all connections
are tight and free from corrosion.
Check that the power source is of
the correct voltage and sufficient
current.
RADAR TROUBLESHOOTING
Problems with the radar and their possible causes and solutions are described here.
Problem
Possible causes
Possible solutions
No Data or No scanner
message
Radar scanner power supply
Check that the scanner power
supply cable is sound and that all
connections are tight and free from
corrosion.
Check the relevant fuses and
breakers.
The bearing of a target on
the radar screen is incorrect.
The radar bearing alignment
requires correcting
Check power source is of the
correct voltage and sufficient
current (using voltage booster if
appropriate).
Check and adjust radar bearing
alignment.
POWER SUPPLY LED INDICATIONS
LED name
LED color/ state
Possible causes
On
Green/ solid
Radar operating normally
Fault
Red/ solid
Fault condition
Sleep
Yellow/ flashing
Radar scanner in standby
Yellow/ solid
Fault condition, unit self-recovers
after 20 seconds
