Raymarine RD424HD 4kW Digital Radar Dome w/10M Cable
Raymarine RD424HD 4kW Digital Radar Dome w/10M Cable — Product description
Discover Superior Visibility with Raymarine HD Digital Radar Technology
Navigating open waters demands equipment that cuts through fog, rain, and darkness without missing a beat. The Raymarine RD424HD stands out as a compact powerhouse, blending advanced digital signal processing with a sleek 24-inch radome design perfect for vessels of all sizes. Whether you're dodging unexpected obstacles, tracking fast-moving targets, or spotting bird flocks signaling fish below, this 4kW scanner delivers crystal-clear images that boost your confidence on the water.
What sets it apart? Its adaptive receiver dynamically tunes to sea state and weather shifts, pulling faint echoes from the noise for targets up to 48 nautical miles away. Imagine crisp echoes of distant buoys or vessels rendered in lifelike 256-color palettes—making it easier to discern a wooden skiff from a metal freighter at a glance.
Key Features That Elevate Your On-Water Experience
- Adaptive Digital Processing: Automatically fine-tunes sensitivity to environmental changes, wiping out clutter for sharper short- and long-range views.
- Bird Mode: Fine-tuned for anglers, it enhances detection of seabirds hovering over baitfish schools, turning your radar into a fishing ally.
- Dual-Range Functionality: Split your screen to watch close-quarters traffic while scanning horizons—no need for multiple units.
- High-Speed Mode: Kicks in at 48 RPM for smooth tracking of speedy targets like personal watercraft or racing boats.
- Plug-and-Play Connectivity: RayNet interface links seamlessly with compatible multifunction displays, simplifying setup without pedestal disassembly.
- Compact 24-Inch Dome: Matches legacy mounting patterns, ideal for upgrades on sailboats, yachts, or cruisers.
Real-World Benefits for Every Boater
For weekend cruisers, it means safer passages through busy channels, spotting unlit lobster pots before they become hazards. Serious offshore adventurers appreciate the extended range and color-coded intensity that highlights rain squalls versus solid returns. Fishermen rave about Bird Mode's edge in competitive waters, where seconds count for dropping lines on prime spots.
Built tough with a rugged exterior, it withstands harsh marine environments, ensuring reliability season after season. Power it with standard 12 or 24 VDC systems, and enjoy a narrow 3.9-degree horizontal beamwidth for precise bearing discrimination—essential when threading needles in fog-shrouded inlets.
Effortless Integration and Everyday Use
Installation is a breeze: the included 10-meter cable with RayNet connector means straightforward wiring to your helm station. No complex calibrations—just power up and go. Customize palettes from grayscale to vibrant hues for day or night watches, and leverage SeaTalk-hs networking for shared data across your electronics suite.
Pro tip: Pair it with modern chartplotters for overlay views, superimposing radar returns on AIS tracks or electronic charts. This fusion paints a fuller situational picture, reducing collision risks in congested anchorages or during night runs.
Why Mariners Trust This Radar for Peak Performance
Unlike basic radars that drown in sea clutter, the RD424HD's HD Color tech rivals open-array systems in resolution, all in a low-profile package that won't snag lines or spoil aesthetics. It's engineered for the unpredictable—auto-adjusting gain and tuning so you focus on helming, not tweaking knobs. From coastal hops to bluewater crossings, it keeps you steps ahead of threats.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Raymarine RD424HD radar different from traditional marine radars?
It uses HD Digital processing with an adaptive receiver that auto-adjusts to sea conditions, delivering 256-color images with superior clutter rejection and target discrimination compared to older analog models.
How far can the RD424HD detect targets?
Up to 48 nautical miles, with excellent short-range performance for close-in navigation, thanks to its dual-range capability.
Is the RD424HD suitable for fishing boats?
Absolutely—Bird Mode optimizes for spotting seabirds over fish schools, giving anglers a competitive advantage.
What displays is this radar compatible with?
It plugs directly into compatible C and E Series multifunction displays via RayNet for seamless integration.
Does it require special mounting or power setup?
No—the 24-inch dome uses standard radome mounting patterns and runs on 12 or 24 VDC, with easy plug-and-play cabling.
Can I use it in dual-range mode?
Yes, monitor short and long ranges simultaneously on one screen, perfect for multitasking in varied conditions.
How does High-Speed Mode help?
It ramps to 48 RPM for precise tracking of fast-moving objects at short ranges, like jet skis or debris.
24 Inch HD Digital Radome Scanner with 10 Meter cable and Raynet connector Plug and Play Compatibility with New C and E Series MFDs using RayNet Connector Raymarine's HD Color radar utilizes powerful signal processing technologies that help: distinguish between target types, automatically detect weak and distant contacts, and virtually eliminate clutter and noise. The truly adaptive transmitter and receiver automatically adjusts to changing environmental and sea conditions. HD Color radar delivers a dramatically clearer radar picture with crisp, well-defined contact echoes and a life-like target presentation. 48 Nautical Mile range with 256 color resolution Adaptive digital receiver automatically adjusts to changing environmental and sea conditions for a dramatically clearer picture Same mounting pattern as previous generation radomes 256 color multi-level target display with selectable color palettes SeaTalkHS network compatible Simple install, no need to open pedestal (external waterproof connector) Bird Mode automatically optimizes the receiver for detecting sea birds above schools of fish (E Series Widescreen only) Dual-range mode allow you to monitor both long and short ranges simultaneously with a single scanner and displayHD Color Radar technology maximizes digital radar receiver performance, enabling 4 Kilowatt Raymarine radars to deliver target detection that rivals much larger and more powerful analog radar systems Raymarine HD Color technology improves target detection by 100 Percent digital signal processing and information extractionHD Color and Super HD Color radar technology delivers substantial improvements in range and bearing resolution.
Raymarine T70169 Attributes
- Antenna Size: 24" HD Color Raydome Scanner
- Interface: SeaTalk-hs (Ethernet)
- Voltage: 12 or 24 VDC
- Beamwidth: 3.9; horizontal, 25; vertical
Raymarine T70169 Features & Benefits
- Raymarine Keep You Aware Of Surrounding Traffic, Hazards And Obstacles, Approaching Weather And So Much More
- To Deliver Peak Performance No Matter Your Vessel Type, We Offer Radar In Both Radome And Open Array Configurations
- Built To Last Longer Life
- Rugged Design And Reliability
- Limited 2 Year Warranty
Raymarine T70169 Warranties
RD424HD
Includes
- 10m Cable - A80228
- 24" HD Dome - E92143
Raymarine's HD Digital radome scanners combine the power and clarity of HD Digital signal processing with an ultra-compact scanner suitable for all types of vessels. Compatible with a,c & e Series Multifunction Displays, these radomes offer a 256-color radar display and the clearest, most lifelike radome presentation available from any radome scanner.
The RD424HD feature the same adaptive digital receiver technology found in our open array antennas. By adjusting automatically to changing environmental and sea conditions, the HD Digital radomes provide crisp, accurate contact echoes at short ranges, as well as outstanding long range performance up to 48 nautical miles.
RD424HD Features:
- Adaptive digital receiver automatically adjusts to changing environmental and see conditions for a dramatically clearer picture
- Fast digital receiver processor
- 256 color multi-level target display with selectable color palettes
- New Bird Mode automatically optimizes the receiver for detecting sea birds above schools of fish¹
- New High Speed Mode (48 RPM) automatically engages for optimal tracking of high speed targets at short ranges
- Dual-range mode allow you to monitor both long and short ranges simultaneously with a single scanner and display
Raymarines RD424HD 24 HD digital radome can bring large dome performance to small boats. With 256-color target display and digital signal processing functions, excellent clarity and target clarity can be achieved. Two-way scanning can provide detailed information about near and far, so you can always be ready for what is about to happen. The bird pattern foretells that the bait will fish here and then fish in your quarry. When cruising from one location to another, the high-speed 48 rpm mode provides the most accurate and up-to-date information. The 4kW transmitter can easily travel through fog, rain and spray, and the high-definition color processing can eliminate unnecessary confusion and optimize the target display. Compatible with all Raymarine a, c, e and gS series multifunctional displays. Includes 10m Raynet cable. Type: Sonar accessories.
SKU: NVN-48681
MPN: T70169
UPC: 723193774502
Technical specifications
| Brand | Raymarine |
| Model | Raymarine RD424HD 4kW Digital Radar Dome w/10M Cable |
| SKU / MFR# | 48681 |
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