Wavetronix VDR24 Radar User Manual
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Support, Maintenance, Troubleshooting
VDR24 Radar Detection System, Rev. 1.0
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This section provides guidance for periodic maintenance and support, and includes:
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Periodic Maintenance, Section 9.1 – what to do when visiting the site to verify system
operation, with suggestions for monthly, quarterly, and annual procedures
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Firmware Upgrades to Radar Sensors, Section 9.2 – how to upgrade radar sensor
firmware to install new features and capabilities
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Backup and Restore, Section 9.3 – how to backing up and restoring radar sensor
configuration settings
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Accessing Tier 1 and Tier 2 Support, Section 9.4 – how to access support assistance
from Island Radar and Wavetronix
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Configuration and Settings Chart, Section 9.5 – a chart to record settings for a typical
site utilizing dual radar sensors
9.1. Periodic Radar Sensor Verification and Performance Checks
Periodic checking of the radar detection system is recommended. A thorough preventative
maintenance schedule includes verification of the following items:
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Real Time Detection Activity
Front Panel - Visual
9.1.1
8.5.1
VDR24 Indicator Status
Front Panel - Visual
9.1.2
7.2.1
Communication Quality Metrics
Front Panel - Visual
9.1.3
Review of Performance Metrics
Front Panel - Visual
9.1.4
Coincident Detection Metrics
Front Panel - Visual
9.1.5
Radar Alignment
Front Panel - Visual
9.1.6
4.3
Verify Runtime Metrics
Front Panel - Visual
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Verification of Radar Position and Alignment SSM Configuration App
9.1.8
8.3
Verification of Zone Position and Boundaries SSM Configuration App
9.1.9
8.4
Verify Settings Against Backup Record
SSM Configuration App
9.1.10
Radar Self Tests
SSM Configuration App
9.1.11
Verification of Voltage Levels
Voltage Measurement
9.1.12
7.3.3
Ground Leakage
Current Measurement
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Re-Tighten Radar Mounting Hardware
Requires Radar Access
9.1.14
4.1-4.3
Check Radar Electrical Connections
Requires Radar Access
9.1.15
4.4-4.6
Configuration Re-Verification
SSM Configuration App
9.1.16
8.5.3