HEKLEO-2 XS RADAR BEACON

High Safety Standards and Navigation Aid with Radar Beacon

Engineered with the latest tech for efficiency and safety, this radar beacon is IMO/IALA compliant, easy to install, and features low-power consumption, ensuring reliability in all weather conditions.

Key Features of Radar Beacons

Why Choose the HEKLEO-2 XS Racon?

Enhanced Navigation Safety
The HEKLEO-2 XS Racon provides real-time navigation aid, helping vessels safely navigate coastal areas by signaling their location with a user-programmed Morse code on radar displays, even in adverse weather conditions.

Energy Efficiency
Designed for low-power consumption, the HEKLEO-2 XS Racon implements advanced power-saving strategies, ensuring extended operational life and reduced energy costs, making it both eco-friendly and cost-effective.

Easy Installation and Programming
This radar beacon features a user-friendly interface that allows for straightforward installation and programming with standard equipment. The included RS232 programming cable and USB/RS232 converter simplify setup without the need for specialized tools or training.

Maintenance-Free Operation
With its built-in diagnostic system and automatic calibration, the HEKLEO-2 XS Racon ensures optimal performance with minimal maintenance, offering peace of mind to operators.

Compliance and Reliability
Compliant with IMO/IALA regulations, the HEKLEO-2 XS Racon operates on both S and X bands, providing reliable service in all weather conditions. Its side lobe suppression system enhances signal clarity, ensuring accurate and dependable navigation aid.

Advanced Technology
Equipped with the latest technologies such as field programmable arrays and programmable timers, the HEKLEO-2 XS Racon offers superior performance in a lightweight and durable design, meeting the demands of modern navigation needs.

Choose the HEKLEO-2 XS Racon for an innovative, reliable, and efficient solution to enhance coastal navigation safety and efficiency.

FAQ
What are the environmental and mechanical characteristics of the HEKLEO-2 XS Racon?2024-06-01T11:21:47+00:00

The HEKLEO-2 XS Racon operates in temperatures ranging from -40°C to +70°C, is housed in an IP67-rated casing, and features lightning protection. It has a diameter of 28 cm, height of 74 cm, weighs 8.2 kg, and is made of UV-resistant polyethylene.

What power supply is needed for the HEKLEO-2 XS Racon?2024-06-01T11:21:09+00:00

The HEKLEO-2 XS Racon operates on a voltage range of 9 to 36V, with a standby current of 8 mA (12 Vdc), listening current of 120 mA (12 Vdc), and operating current up to 700 mA max (12 Vdc) per band in saturation.

What are the operating bands and frequencies of the HEKLEO-2 XS Racon?2024-06-01T11:20:49+00:00

The HEKLEO-2 XS Racon operates on X band (9300 – 9500 MHz) and S band (2900 – 3100 MHz), with the ability to detect pulse widths and adjust receiver sensitivity.

How easy is it to install and program the HEKLEO-2 XS Racon?2024-06-01T11:20:29+00:00

The HEKLEO-2 XS Racon is easy to install and program, with a user-friendly interface that can be accessed via a standard laptop. It comes with an RS232 programming cable, USB/RS232 converter, and user manual for straightforward setup and programming.

How does the HEKLEO-2 XS Racon operate?2024-06-01T11:20:06+00:00

This racon responds to all active radars in the vicinity with a user-programmed Morse code, indicating its location on the radar display. It features a Side Lobe Suppression system to filter out non-genuine pulses and matches the Morse code response to the display range setting.

How does the HEKLEO-2 XS Racon manage power consumption?2024-06-01T11:19:45+00:00

The HEKLEO-2 XS Racon is designed with low-power requirements, implementing a power-saving strategy with different functioning periods and idle modes. It also enters a quiescent period when no radar is detected to save energy.

What technologies are incorporated in the HEKLEO-2 XS Racon?2024-06-01T11:19:28+00:00

The HEKLEO-2 XS Racon uses the latest technologies such as field programmable arrays and programmable timers, making it a high-performing and lightweight navigation aid.

What is the HEKLEO-2 XS Racon?2024-06-01T11:18:58+00:00

The HEKLEO-2 XS Racon is an upgraded version of the successful HEKLEO XS, developed to meet the requirements of the French Lighthouses and Navigation Authorities (CEREMA) for efficient navigation aids along the French coasts.

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