Raptor Quick Installation Guide

Welcome
Dear colleague!

Congratulations with your new Raptor antenna and terminal. This kit represents an exciting new development
for your shipowner, DNK and the wider network you are a part of. Successfully installed, your vessel will be
reporting a unique set of data, which will open fascinating opportunities for the privileged recipients. Efficiency
in operation, insurance practice and vessel’s security are among several areas that will be enhanced. Please treat
the equipment with care, and use best endeavors to install it according to instructions.

Best regards, and safe sailing!

Den Norske Krigsforsikring for Skib (DNK).

About DNK
War, terrorism and piracy may result in great losses of which the shipping and offshore industry is often affected.
Providing war cover is the business of Den Norske Krigsforsikring for Skib (DNK). The Association's purpose is to
insure on a mutual basis, interests attached to vessels, drilling rigs and similar movable units against war risk.

DNK is a Norwegian insurance company who insures interests attached to vessels, drilling rigs and similar mov-
able units against war risk. DNK is organised as a mutual association where the members of the Association are
the assured. All our members are either Norwegian owned or managed companies that maintain a significant
interest in the national shipping industry.

DNK is one of the major operators in the marine war risk market. DNK's risks are covered through a comprehen-
sive reinsurance scheme in the international market. One of DNK's most important objectives is to provide their
members with a comprehensive portfolio of war risk insurance products at competitive conditions.

About Clearwater
Clearwater Tracking (Technologies) provides systems solutions and services to enhance maritime domain
awareness and to enable seamless integration of commercial vessel information with shore-based corporate
applications. Clearwater Tracking are used by fleet operators and maritime service providers worldwide to
improve operating efficiencies, streamline reporting requirements, automate back-office functionality and
enhance vessel security.

Raptor Technology
Clearwater’s Raptor is a compact state-of-the-art satellite communications terminal operating on the most
advanced M2M satellite network. It has smart inbuilt sensors capable of calculating and exchanging data in near
real time.
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Sections
1 Introduction

2 Antenna location guidelines

3 Installation steps

4 Raptor orientation guidelines

5 LED flash descriptions

6 Overview of Raptor

7 Technical specifications of the ancillary parts

8 IEC specifications

9 Installation form

10 FAQ’s

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Section 1

Introduction
This quick installation guide is designed to give the basic information required to successfully install the Clearwater
Raptor tracking device. It also provides technical information and troubleshooting data.

Antenna
The antenna MUST have a clear view of the sky (Satellites) not just directly above but also 360 degrees around. With
the low elevation antenna, the beam is concentrated -15 degrees, +90 degrees. The antenna searches towards the
horizon and to the sky for the best GPS fix possible. A 5M antenna cable is supplied.

Section 2
Antenna location guidelines

Good Antenna Position

The antenna is mounted on a fabricated pole

away from any other satellite equipment and
not within any shadows from the main mast.
The antenna has good satellite coverage from
this location on all headings.

Bad Antenna Position

The antenna has been mounted in a high

position however it is very close to the steel
mast. This may provide good transmissions on a
particular heading but once the vessel heading
changes the mast may cause satellite blockage.

Good AntennaPosition

The antenna is mounted on top of the forward

mast and above all other obstacles. The anten-
na can search 360 degrees for a satellite
connection. The antenna is mounted on a small
pole fabricated by the ships engineer.

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 Bad Antenna Position

The antenna is mounted close to the structure.

This antenna will have good coverage on some
headings but when the vessel changes
direction the mast will block the satellite signal
causing inconsistent reporting.

Good Antenna Position

The antenna is mounted on a fabricated pole on

the top of the forward mast. It has a clear line of
sight in a 360 degrees direction and directly
towards the sky.

Bad Antenna Position

The antenna has been mounted too close to

other antenna equipment and metal structures.
The terminal may become blocked when the
vessel changes course.

Good Antenna Position

The antenna is mounted mid ship in an open

area and is not obstructed by masts. The anten-
na has a good view of all satellites in 360
degrees.

Bad Antenna Position

The antenna is mounted to close to the metal
structure. This antenna will not have good
coverage as the satellite beam will be blocked
when searching for a satellite on a low eleva-
tion.

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 Good Antenna Position

The antenna is mounted at the top of the

main mast and has no obstructions blocking
the signal. The Raptor device is located inside
the mast structure.

Bad Antenna Position

The antenna is mounted in an open space
however when the antenna is searching for
satellites the large mast will block the signals.
Antennas should be mounted as high as
possible.

Section 3

Installation steps
Find a suitable location for the antenna that is no more than 20M from the identified power source.

Guidance
Do not mount the antenna close to other electrical equipment due to a possible radiated and / or conducted
electromagnetic interference.

The antenna must be located:

• Over 1M from VHF/UHF antennas

• Over 3M from Loop antennas
• Over 4M from MF/HF antennas
• Over 5M from other satellite antennas
• Not within a Radar beam

A. Do not mount the terminal close to an exhaust pipe due to the excessive heat and the potential for the exhaust
pipe causing satellite blockage.

B. Check that the terminal's power cable reaches the power source before the unit is secured into place. Maximum
distance between antenna and power connection is 20M using standard cables that are provided.

C. Mount the remote antenna where it can reach the terminal (5M antenna cable) and has a clear view of the sky
and satellites. For a vessel installation, this means at the highest point on the vessel where it has a clear view in
all directions.

See Section 4 for the Raptor orientation guidelines.

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Step 1
Remove the battery cover from the terminal.

Step 2
Install the 12AA batteries that are provided.

Step 3
Re fit the battery cover.

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Step 4
Once the external antenna is fixed in its final place connect the antenna cable to the Raptor making
sure to use the heat shrink provided in order to meet IEC approval criteria.

Step 5 Step 6
Strip the wires from the blunt cut power Cut back the wires leaving only the power
cable to expose the coloured cables (7 cables (RED + POSITIVE & BLACK - NEGATIVE).
cables).

Step 7
Connect the Red and Black cables to the ships power supply. In the example below a battery is used.

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Step 8
Connect the powered wire to the Raptor, using the locking collar to secure the connection.

In some cases once the power is connected the terminal may automatically power on eliminating
the need to carry out step 10.

Step 9
Power up the unit with the magnetic starter key in accordance with table 1a.

Step 10
Observe and note the LED flash pattern. It should flash in accordance with table 1a.

Once the unit is installed and powered on please

complete the installation form on the USB drive and send it to.
[email protected]

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Section 4

Raptor orientation guidelines

The Raptor will perform best and capture quality pitch and roll data when installed flat and perpendicular.
The illustrations below showcase the six supported orientations. For reliable performance please ensure Raptor
is installed in line with the guidance below. The Raptor is IP67 rated and can be installed outdoors.

Sky

Beam B A

Bow

Sky

A
B

Beam

Bow

Sky

A
B

Beam

Bow

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 Section 5

LED flash descriptons

Table 1a Power On Sequence

Action: Hold the magnetic starter key on the unit between 6 and 10 seconds then refer to below table.

Second Second Second Second Second Second Second

0 1 2 3 4 5 6

Flash Pause Pause Pause Pause Flash Flash

Second Second Second Second Second Second Second

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

Flash Flash Flash Flash Flash Flash Flash

Second Second Second

14 15 16

Flash Flash Flash

Confirmation terminal has been successfully powered on = 1 Flash

4 second pause followed by 12 LED Flashes

Table 1b Already On Sequence

Action: Hold the magnetic starter key on the power switch for two seconds then refer to below table.

Second Second Second Second Second Second

1 2 3 4 5 6

Flash Flash Flash Flash Flash Flash

Confirmation that terminal is powered on = 6 Flashes

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Table 1c Power Off Sequence
Action: Hold the magnetic starter key on the starter for more than 10 seconds. The terminal will
perform the Already On Sequence followed by a small pause then 5 further flashes.

Second Second Second Second Second Second Second

0 1 2 3 4 5 6

Pause Flash Flash Flash Flash Flash Flash

Second Second Second Second Second Second Second

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

Pause Pause Flash Flash Flash Flash Flash

Confirmation that the terminal is powered off = 6 flashes,

small pause then 5 flashes

LED LIGHT

Description Information Note

Waiting for GPS fix 3 flashes every 30 seconds Terminal is searching for a GPS signal

Registration in progress 2 flashes every 30 seconds Terminal is trying to register with the
Inmarsat satellite network

Connection online 1 flash every 30 seconds Terminal is in normal operating mode

Connection offline 4 flashes every 30 seconds Problem communicating with

satellites

Battery input not sufficient 20 very fast flashes Indicates power problem

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Section 6

Overview of Raptor
Raptor is a satellite transceiver capable of sending granular GPS positional data and connecting to other sensors
including Panic buttons and RPM sensors etc.

Top Profile

Side Profile

End Profile

Remote Elevation Marine Antenna

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 Description Information

Operating Temperature -40 Degrees +85 Degrees

Power Supply Voltage 9V to 32V DC

Frequency Band (Receive) 1525 to 1559 MHz

Frequency Band (Transmit) 1626.5 to 1660.5 MHz

From Mobile Data Limits 6,400 bytes

To Mobile Data Limits 10,000 bytes

EIRP 7.0dBW

Typical Latency <5seconds, 30 bytes

Accuracy <2 meters

IP Rating IP 67

IEC Rating IEC 60945

Weight With Batteries 1.3KG

Memory 3.5MB

Geo-fencing 128 Live Polygons

Data Logging 50,000 Position Reports

Digital/Analog 3

RS232 1

Shock MIL-STD-810G (Sec 516.6)

Enclosure Material Lexan EXL9330 Resin

Vibration MIL-STD-810G (Sec 514.6)

MIL-STD-810G (Sec 516.6 )

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Section 7

Technical specifications of the ancillary parts

Antenna
Description Information

Maximum EIRP 7dBW

Elevation Angle -15 Degrees to 90 degrees

Maximum Transmit Antenna Gain 2.5dBic

Battery Type
Description Information

Charging Current 1.33A (@ 12V)

Battery Chemistry Rechargeable NiMH

Battery Cells 12AA

Power Cable
Description Information

Type 7 core shielded

AWG 20-22

Length 15M

Temperature Rating 80 degrees

Absolute Maximum Voltage 300V

Antenna Cable
Description Information

Cable Ends SMA

Resistance 50 OHMS

Length 5M

Active-Passive Active

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Section 8

IEC specification 60945

The Raptor is compliant with the following sections of IEC 60945 (2002) - Maritime navigation and radio
communication equipment and systems:

The normal input voltage for IEC 60945 compliance is declared as 12/24 V. With this nominal input voltage, the
Raptor meets IEC 60945 requirements for power supply operation of -25%/+30% (9 to 32 V).

Equipment performance table IEC: 60945

Description Information

Dry Heat IEC 60945 Section 8.2.2.2, IEC60068-2-2

Low Temperature IEC 60945 Section 8.4.2.3, IEC60068-2-1

Humidity IEC 60945 Section 8.3, IEC60068-2-30

Vibration IEC 60945 Section 8.7.2, IEC60068-2-6

Insulation Resistance IEC 60945 Section 8.3 & 8.4, IEC60092-504

Power Supply Variation IEC 945 Section 10.7.1 and 10.7.2, IEC60092-504

Power Supply Failure IEC 945 Section 10.8.2, IEC60092-504

Acoustic Noise IEC 60945 11.1.2

Compass Safe Distance IEC 60945 11.2.2 Compass safe distance 20cm

Salt Mist IEC 945 Section 8.12, IEC 60069-2-52 Severity 1

Radiated Emissions EN 55016-2-3:2006

Radiated Immunity IEC 61000-4-3:2006+A1:2008

Conducted Emissions EN 55016-2-1:2009

Conducted Immunity IEC 61000-4-6-2009

Fast Burst Transients IEC 61000-4-4-2004

Electrostatic Discharge IEC 61000-4-2:2009

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 Section 9
Please complete and return the digital version found on the USB drive
Installation form

[email protected] www.clearwatertracking.com

VESSEL DETAILS
Vessel name:

IMO number: MMSI Number:

Raptor serial number: X X X X X S K Y X X X X (Located on bottom and side of Raptor containing letters SKY)

Email address:

Phone number:

ANTENNA LOCATION

Meters from antenna to bow: Meters from antenna to

stern:
Meters from antenna to Meters from antenna to
port side: starboard side:

Total vessel length: M Total vessel width: M

Is Raptor externally powered by Comments

Yes No
12-33V DC supply

Has the unit been powered on and the No Comments

Yes
LED light flash sequence observed

Brief description of installation area Midship

Midshipon
ontop
topofofCO
COroom
22
room

IS THE ANTENNA INSTALLED AT LEAST:

1 meter from VHF/UHF antennas Yes No Comments

3 meters from Loop antennas Yes No Comments

4 meters from MF/HF antennas Yes No Comments

5 meters from other satellite antennas Yes No Comments

Away from a Radar beam Yes No Comments

Is the antenna elevated above metal

Yes No Comments
structures and does it have clear line of
sight in a 360 degree arch.

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Has the Raptor been oriented in line with section 4 of the installation manual? Yes No

Please upload pictures supporting the Raptor installation including pictures of the Raptor
terminal and antenna location as illustrated in section 2 of this installation manual

Example 1 Example 2

Select Image Select Image

File formats .PNG .JPG .GIF File formats .PNG .JPG .GIF

Select Image Select Image

File formats .PNG .JPG .GIF File formats .PNG .JPG .GIF

This form is located on the USB drive Please fill out the digital version and email it to
[email protected]

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Section 10

FAQ’s

Q – Can the Raptor terminal be mounted on the outside of the vessel?

Yes, Raptor is IP67 rated and can be installed outside the vessel. When fitting the unit make sure that the
selected location does not allow a build-up of sea water.

Q – Does the Raptor need to be connected to an external power source or can it run off the
batteries provided?
The Raptor will need to be connected to an external power source between 12-32V DC to keep the batteries
charged and power the unit. If external power is lost/disconnected the batteries will take over and power the
unit for a limited amount of time.

Q – We have seven cables in the power wire, which cables do we connect?

To power the unit only the Red + POS and the Black – NEG needs connecting to the power source.

Q – Does the Raptor terminal need to have a clear line of sight to the satellite?
No, only the antenna needs a clear line of sight to the sky/satellites please refer to Section 2 for more details.

Q – Where is the Raptor serial number located?

The serial number is alphanumeric and contains the letters SKY, example (010546SKY54D1) the serial
number is located both underneath and on the side of the Raptor terminal.

Q – How often do we need to check the batteries/external power supply?

The power connections and levels are checked automatically every day and you will be notified by email
should any action need to be taken.

Q – Has a compass safe distance test been carried out? Can we install the Raptor in the bridge?
Yes, the Raptor has been issued a compass safe distance of 20cm in accordance with IEC 60945 tests. The unit
can be installed in the bridge area.

Q – Does the Raptor terminal need to be fitted in a flat orientation?

The Raptor terminal has a built-in accelerometer and this performs best if the Raptor is installed flat and
perpendicular. Please see section 4 for further details.

Q – Can the Raptor be installed in a covert location for security reasons?

Yes, the Raptor is an independent tracking device and as such can be fitted in a covert location. Only the
antenna needs a clear view to the sky. See section 2 for further guidance.

Q – Is the Raptor intrinsically safe?

The Raptor is NOT intrinsically safe and installation advice should be sought when installing near or in a
hazardous location. It is advisable to check the ships plans before carrying on with any work.

Q – Who can I contact with technical questions?

Please send an email 24/7 to [email protected]

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