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961X/XD
GPS CHART NAVIGATOR
INSTALLATION MANUAL
Revision A
Part Number GM1708
Northstar Technologies www.northstarcmc.com
30 Sudbury Road Service: 978/897-0770
Acton, Massachusetts 01720 Sales: 978/897-6600
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Limited warranty policy Northstar Technologies warrants the Northstar 961 to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two (2) years. This warranty applies to the original purchaser and to any subsequent owner during the warranty period, which begins on the date of shipment of the unit, F.O.B. Acton, Massachusetts, to an authorized Northstar dealer. Systems may not be returned to Northstar without a Returned Materials Authorization (RMA) number. Call the Northstar d
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Contents SECTION ONE - Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Who should read this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Scope of this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Figures Figure 1: 961 control head yoke-mount dimensions (side) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Figure 2: 961 control head yoke-mount dimensions (front) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Figure 3: 961 control head flush-mount drilling dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Figure 4: Processor connectors (back of unit) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Figure 25: Port 1 output setup (sentences) screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Figure 26: Port 1 output setup screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51 Figure 27: Auxiliary port setup screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 Figure 28: PPNM output setup screen . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Tables Table 1: Contacting Northstar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Table 2: Troubleshooting the installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Table 3: Troubleshooting the GPS/DGPS antenna installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Table 4: Troubleshooting the radar interface . . . . . . . . . . .
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SECTION ONE - Introduction SECTION ONE - Introduction Welcome The Northstar 961 Installation Manual describes how to install the entire 961 system (control head, processor, and antenna). It describes the physi- cal, mechanical, and electrical characteristics of the unit, as well as how to select the right location, and mount and wire the system. This manual also describes how to interface, troubleshoot, and maintain the Northstar 961 GPS chart navigator. For complete details on operating the
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SECTION ONE - Introduction setting pulses per nautical mile (PPNM) service functions maintaining the unit installing software updates and saving and restoring the database The unit’s technical specifications can be found in Appendix A at the back of this manual. The rest of this section explains how to obtain technical support and how to return a unit for service. Getting technical support After you’ve followed the instructions in this installation guide, if you require additional te
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SECTION ONE - Introduction service@northstarcmc.com Servicing the unit Repair of the unit is performed only at the Northstar factory. Service includes a complete hardware and software check-out. NOTE: Field repairs are not authorized and will void the warranty! For a system under warranty, shipping charges to the factory are the only cost for factory repair. Repaired units will be returned via prepaid econ- omy ground freight (units returned overseas are chargeable). Units and accessories re
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SECTION ONE - Introduction Ordering information To order spare parts or replacement/missing parts, call the Northstar Sales Department at 978-897-0770. Page 4 961 INSTALLATION MANUAL Revision A
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SECTION TWO - Installation SECTION TWO - Installation This chapter includes all the information needed to install the 961. It begins with a review of the system components and then provides infor- mation on basic installation and powering on the unit. The rest of the chapter describes how to wire the unit, install the antenna, and trouble- shoot. Proper installation of the Northstar 961 is of utmost importance to accurately receive and effectively use GPS signals under a wide variety of weat
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SECTION TWO - Installation System overview The unit is shipped ready to install and operate. It is recommended that you follow the steps below: 1. Check the shipping carton for any damage, and immediately report any damage to the carrier. Save all packing material in case you have to return the unit to the factory for repair or evaluation. For return procedures, see “Returning a unit for service” beginning on page 3. 2. Unpack the cartons. Compare the 961 Packing List (P/N GM1703), included
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SECTION TWO - Installation To ensure a proper installation, it is highly recommended that you per- Ensuring a proper form all of the following activities before starting the installation: 961 installation preview/survey the vessel’s layout and existing equipment review all the installation materials review all the installation requirements, including: - the physical requirements (spacing, location with regard to other equipment, etc.) - the electrical and electronic requirements (interfe
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SECTION TWO - Installation If the unit is equipped with a differential receiver (and you’re using the Using DGPS with AN150 GPS antenna, not the AN205-P GPS/DGPS combo antenna), this an AN150 and receiver must be connected to a Northstar 8410 differential Antenna 8410 ACU Coupling Unit (ACU). The ACU’s four-foot whip antenna should be mounted as high as conveniently possible (but not at the highest point) and as far away as possible from other antennas. The ACU can be mounted on a standard
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SECTION TWO - Installation Choosing a system location The 961 consists of two major parts—a processor and a control head. The 961 supports two fully functional control heads (the second head is optional). The 961 system comprises the processor and control head, GPS receiver, optional differential receiver, controls, and the specially-coated display screen. You can either yoke- or flush-mount the control head: Use the Mounting the yoke-mount kit as a framework for holding the control head,
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SECTION TWO - Installation 6.1 1.9 12.4 2.5 8.2 Figure 1: 961 control head yoke-mount dimensions (side) 13.5 12.4 11.6 Figure 2: 961 control head yoke-mount dimensions (front) Page 10 961 INSTALLATION MANUAL Revision A
