Camera location requirements

InstallationLocation requirements

Location requirements

When planning the installation location, consider the following points:

• The camera is waterproof, and appropriate for above decks mounting.

• Install the camera more than 2 m (6.6 ft) from the path of a radar beam. A radar beam can normally be assumed to spread 20 degrees above and below the radiating element.

• When mounting the camera in the ball-down (upside down) position, ensure that the camera is fitted to a weather-tight, flat and stiff mounting surface, with no open air exposure. For comprehensive installation instructions, refer to: Camera mounting

• When mounting the camera in the ball-down (upside down) position, ensure that the camera is installed with adequate drainage so that standing water does not collect in the base. For comprehensive installation instructions, refer to: Camera mounting

• Ensure the camera is installed in a location that will allow it to be accessed for regular periodic cleaning (fresh-water rinse) and for inspection of mounting point integrity and mechanical soundness.

• The underside (inside) of the compartment or deck on to which the camera is mounted must be weather-tight. You must ensure protection from water ingress, fouling and sun damage to cables and connections. If a cutout is required in the mounting surface to accommodate the cables, and it is not possible to ensure a weather-tight and protected environment, consider mounting the camera using the supplied riser and routing the cables through the riser sidewall. An optional removable hatched area is provided for this purpose. For more information, refer to: Mounting preparation

• The mounting surface must be horizontal.

• If you cannot access both sides of the mounting surface, then you will need to mount the camera “top down”, using the mounting riser supplied with the camera.

• The camera should be mounted as high as practical, but without interfering with any radar, navigational, or communications electronics.

• Choose a location that will provide the most unobstructed view in all directions.

• Choose a location as close to the vessel’s center line as possible. This provides a symmetrical view when looking forward or aft.

• Select a location for the camera that is at least 1 m (3.3 ft) from any magnetic compass.

• Select a location that is at least 1 m (3.3 ft) from devices that may cause interference, such as motors, generators and radio transmitters / receivers.

• If installing an optional Joystick Control Unit (JCU), select a location for the JCU that is at least 1 m (3.3 ft) from any magnetic compass.