Raymarine 4kW Magnum w/4' Array & 15M RayNet Radar Cable
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Raymarine 4kW Magnum w/4' Array & 15M RayNet Radar Cable Product Description
Raymarine 4kW Magnum Open Array Radar with 4' Antenna & 15M RayNet Cable - T70408
Professional-Grade Marine Radar System for Serious Navigation
The Raymarine 4kW Magnum T70408 delivers Coast Guard-trusted radar technology in a complete package designed for vessels requiring reliable long-range detection and precision target tracking. This high-performance open array radar system combines a 4-foot antenna array with advanced beam sharpening technology to provide unmatched small target imaging and superior situational awareness up to 72 nautical miles.
Key Features & Advanced Technology
Superior Bird Mode Technology
Advanced bird identification system targets avian life with exceptional clarity up to 10 nautical miles, helping sport fishing vessels locate schooling baitfish more efficiently while reducing fuel consumption. This specialized mode builds upon Raymarine's proven bird detection algorithms for enhanced fishing success.
Enhanced Radar Imaging with Beam Sharpening
Proprietary Raymarine beam sharpening technology delivers better than 1-degree bearing resolution, providing:
- Detailed target separation for crowded waterways
- Map-like coastal detail for precise navigation
- Superior long-range performance in challenging conditions
- Enhanced small target detection capabilities
Professional Target Tracking (MARPA)
Fully automatic MARPA (Mini Automatic Radar Plotting Aid) target acquisition and tracking system utilizes Evolution 9-axis heading sensor technology for:
- Real-time, accurate target plots
- Automatic collision avoidance calculations
- Up to 25 simultaneous target tracking
- Enhanced situational awareness in commercial shipping lanes
True Trails Target History
Revolutionary True Trails feature displays historical "wake" patterns behind moving contacts, enabling mariners to:
- Interpret vessel movement patterns instantly
- Make informed maneuvering decisions
- Predict traffic flow in busy harbors
- Enhance collision avoidance capabilities
Real-Time Heading Updates
When connected to Axiom displays with LightHouse 3, experience uninterrupted radar imagery during course changes. The display rotates seamlessly without refresh delays, maintaining constant target visibility during critical navigation maneuvers.
Technical Specifications
Power Output | 4kW |
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Antenna Size | 4' 4" (48 inches) |
Maximum Range | 72 nautical miles |
Horizontal Beam Width | 1.85° (nominal) / <1° (after beam sharpening) |
Vertical Beam Width | 25° (-3dB) |
Rotation Rate | 24/48 RPM (automatic high-speed mode) |
MARPA Targets | 25 maximum (with heading sensor) |
Power Consumption | <70W (transmit), <30W (standby), <1.2W (sleep) |
Voltage Requirements | 10.8-32V DC (via VCM100 converter) |
Display Compatibility | 256 video levels (8-bit) |
Pulse Length Settings | 8 selectable modes |
System Compatibility
Full Feature Compatibility
- Axiom & Axiom Pro Series (LightHouse 3.4 or later) - Complete feature access
Limited Feature Compatibility
- eS/gS Series (LH3.3+) - No automatic MARPA
- Legacy a/c/e Series (LH2 v19.03) - Basic radar functions
- E-Series Widescreen (v2.65) - Standard radar operation
- C-Series Widescreen (v2.35) - No Bird Mode
- G-Series MFDs (v4.66) - Core radar features
- E-Classic Series (v5.69) - Basic functionality
Professional Installation Considerations
Mounting Requirements
- Robust radar mount capable of supporting open array system
- Clear 360-degree rotation clearance
- Adequate height above deck structures
- Professional installation recommended for optimal performance
Power System Integration
- Included VCM100 Voltage Converter Module handles 12V/24V DC systems
- Direct connection to main electrical panel via appropriate circuit protection
- Dedicated radar circuit recommended for consistent power delivery
Complete Package Contents
- Magnum 4kW Radar Pedestal Unit
- 4' Open Array Antenna
- VCM100 Voltage Converter Module with mounting hardware
- 15-meter RayNet Radar Cable
- Installation hardware kit (studs, washers, nuts)
- Denso protective paste
- Cable tightening tool
- Complete installation documentation
Applications & Vessel Types
The Raymarine 4kW Magnum T70408 excels in various marine applications:
- Sport Fishing Vessels - Advanced Bird Mode for locating baitfish
- Cruising Yachts - Long-range weather detection and navigation
- Commercial Fishing - Professional-grade target tracking
- Charter Boats - Reliable performance for passenger safety
- Offshore Racing - High-speed target tracking capabilities
Safety & Regulatory Compliance
This radar system employs the same proven technologies trusted by the United States Coast Guard, ensuring:
- FCC Part 80 compliance for marine radar operations
- International maritime safety standards adherence
- Professional-grade electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
- Marine environmental protection rating
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum detection range of the 4kW Magnum?
The 4kW Magnum provides maximum range capability up to 72 nautical miles, ideal for coastal and offshore navigation applications.
Is professional installation required?
While not mandatory, professional installation by ABYC-certified marine electronics technicians ensures optimal performance, proper grounding, and warranty compliance.
Can this radar integrate with non-Raymarine chartplotters?
The Magnum system is specifically designed for Raymarine multifunction displays. Third-party compatibility is not supported or recommended.
What maintenance does the open array antenna require?
Regular inspection of rotation mechanism, antenna connections, and protective radome cleaning. Annual professional service recommended for optimal longevity.
How does Bird Mode benefit fishing operations?
Bird Mode detects diving seabirds up to 10nm away, indicating baitfish schools below. This significantly reduces fuel costs and increases fishing success rates.
What power system modifications are needed for installation?
The included VCM100 converter handles both 12V and 24V DC systems. A dedicated 15-amp circuit breaker is recommended for optimal power delivery.
The Raymarine 4kW Magnum T70408 represents the pinnacle of open array radar technology for serious mariners. With Coast Guard-proven performance, advanced target tracking, and comprehensive display compatibility, this system delivers the reliability and precision demanded by professional and recreational operators navigating today's busy waterways.
4kW Magnum with 4' Array & 15M RayNet Radar Cable
High Performance, Long Range Open Array Radar
Magnum high performance open array radars bring long range performance and unmatched small target radar imaging to Raymarine multifunction navigation displays. Employing many of the same radar technologies trusted by the United States Coast Guard, Magnum offers enhanced target tracking and reliable performance, all packaged in a sleek open-array pedestal built to withstand the elements.
Key Features:
Magnum is available in 4kW or 12kW power output options, and with either a four-foot or six-foot antenna array option. It offers a maximum range up to 96nm for 12kW models – ideal for blue water vessels – and up to 72nm for 4kW models. The perfect companion to Raymarine’s award-winning Axiom® and Axiom Pro multifunction navigation displays (MFD) running LightHouse 3, Magnum is also backwards compatible with legacy models including:
- LightHouse 2-based a, c, e, eS and gS-Series MFDs
- C-Series Widescreen and E-Series Widescreen MFDs
- E-Series Classic, G-Series Multifunction Displays
*Note: Not all Magnum features are available on all legacy MFDs.
Superior Bird Mode
Building upon Raymarine’s already exceptional bird identification technology, we have further advanced Magnum’s Bird Mode feature to target birds with greater clarity up to 10nm. Locating flocks of birds with Magnum helps anglers find schooling baitfish faster and with less fuel consumption.
Enhanced Radar Imaging
Magnum radar also features Raymarine beam sharpening technology, delivering better than 1-degree bearing resolution for more detailed target separation, map-like coastal detail, and superior long-range performance.
Best in Class Target Tracking
Magnum delivers better situational awareness with fully automatic MARPA target acquisition and tracking. Magnum also makes use of Raymarine’s Evolution 9-axis heading sensor technology to deliver real-time, accurate target plots.
True Trails
Magnum features True Trails target history. The True Trails features enables you to see a historical “wake” behind every moving contact. This additional information makes it even easier to interpret the motion of other vessels and make smart maneuvering decisions to pass safely.
Real Time Heading Updates
Connect Magnum with Axiom and LightHouse 3 and experience uninterrupted radar target imagery when making course changes. Real Time Heading updates allow the radar position display to rotate freely as-needed, without the need to refresh the entire display.
Raymarine 4kW Magnum Radar with 4' Antenna and 15m Cable
Model: T70408- Superior Bird Mode
- Enhanced Radar Imaging
- Best in Class Target Tracking
- True Trails
- Real Time Heading Updates
Magnum high performance open array radars bring long range performance and unmatched small target radar imaging to Raymarine multifunction navigation displays. Employing many of the same radar technologies trusted by the United States Coast Guard, Magnum offers enhanced target tracking and reliable performance, all packaged in a sleek open-array pedestal built to withstand the elements.
Building upon Raymarine’s already exceptional bird identification technology, we have further advanced Magnum’s Bird Mode feature to target birds with greater clarity up to 10nm. Locating flocks of birds with Magnum helps anglers find schooling baitfish faster and with less fuel consumption.
Magnum radar also features Raymarine beam sharpening technology, delivering better than 1-degree bearing resolution for more detailed target separation, map-like coastal detail, and superior long-range performance.
Magnum delivers better situational awareness with fully automatic MARPA target acquisition and tracking. Magnum also makes use of Raymarine’s Evolution 9-axis heading sensor technology to deliver real-time, accurate target plots.
Magnum features True Trails target history. The True Trails features enables you to see a historical "wake" behind every moving contact. This additional information makes it even easier to interpret the motion of other vessels and make smart maneuvering decisions to pass safely.
Connect Magnum with Axiom and LightHouse 3 and experience uninterrupted radar target imagery when making course changes. Real Time Heading updates allow the radar position display to rotate freely as-needed, without the need to refresh the entire display.
SpecificationsAntenna size | 4' 4" |
Max Range Scale | 72nm |
Antenna Specifications | |
Beam Width Horizontal (Nominal) | 1.85° |
Effective Horizontal Beam Width (After Antenna Boost Beam Reduction) | Less than 1° |
Beam Width Vertical -3dB | 25° |
Antenna Side Lobes (Inside 10°) | < -21dB |
Antenna Side Lobes (Outside 10°) | < -30dB |
Rotation Rate | 24 rpm / 48 rpm (Automatic high-speed mode improves tracking of fast moving contacts at ranges of 3 miles or less. MFD dependent.) |
Receiver Bandwidth | Matched digital filter for each pulse length |
Pulse Length/PRF Settings | 8 |
Number of Displayed Video Levels | 256 (8-bit) |
Power specifications | |
Voltage | 10.8 to 32 volts DC (using supplied VCM100) for 12V, 24V DC Systems |
Power Consumption (Typical) | <70W (Transmit) <30W (Standby) <1.2W (Sleep) |
Targets | |
Maximum Automatic and Manual MARPA Targets (with Heading Sensor) | 25 |
Real-Time Heading Refresh (with Heading Sensor) | Yes |
True Trails (with Heading Sensor) | Yes |
Compatibility | |
Axiom / Axiom Pro (LH3.4 or later) | Compatible with full feature set |
eS Series / gS Series (LH3.3 or later) | Compatible with limited feature set. No automatic MARPA |
a/c/e/eS/gS Series (LH2 v19.03) | Compatible with limited feature set. No Real-Time Heading. No True Trails. No automatic MARPA |
E-Wide (v2.65) | Compatible with limited feature set. No Real-Time Heading. No True Trails. No automatic MARPA |
C-Wide (v2.35) | Compatible with limited feature set. No Real-Time Heading. No True Trails. No automatic MARPA. No Bird Mode |
G-Series (v4.66) | Compatible with limited feature set. No Real-Time Heading. No True Trails. No automatic MARPA |
E-Classic (v5.69) | Compatible with limited feature set. No Real-Time Heading. No True Trails. No automatic MARPA. No Bird Mode |
What's in the Box:
- Pedestal
- Denso paste
- Stud x4
- Spring washer x 4
- Cable tightening tool
- VCM100 mounting screw x2
- VCM100 Voltage Converter Module
- 4' Antenna
- Plain washer x4
- Nut x4
- 15m RayNet Radar Cable
Raymarine 4kW Magnum radar model with antenna and 15m cable: T70408 Magnum high-performance open-array radar brings long-range performance and unparalleled small target radar imaging to Raymarine multifunctional navigation display. Magnum uses many of the same radar technology trusted by the US Coast Guard to provide enhanced target tracking and reliable performance. All of these components are packaged in a smooth open array base to withstand various elements. Magnum can locate flocks of birds to help anglers find school bait fish faster and more fuel-efficiently. Magnum radar also has Raymarine beam sharpening technology, which can provide azimuth resolution better than 1 degree, can achieve more detailed target separation, map-like coastal details and excellent long-range performance. Magnum provides better situational awareness through fully automated MARPA target acquisition and tracking. Magnum also uses Raymarines Evolution 9-axis heading sensor technology to provide real-time and accurate target maps. Magnum has a historical record of True Trails targets. The True Trails feature allows you to view the history "wake up" behind each mobile contact. This additional information makes it easier for you to explain the movement of other ships and make wise maneuvering decisions to pass safely. Connect Magnum with Axiom and LightHouse 3 and experience uninterrupted radar target images when changing course. The real-time heading update allows the radar position display to rotate freely as needed without the need to refresh the entire display.
Raymarine 4kW Magnum radar model with antenna and 15m cable: T70408 Magnum high-performance open-array radar brings long-range performance and unparalleled small target radar imaging to the Raymarine multifunctional navigation display. Magnum uses many of the same radar technologies trusted by the US Coast Guard to provide enhanced target tracking and reliable performance. All these components are packaged in a smooth open array base that can withstand various factors. Magnum can find flocks of birds to help anglers find school bait fish faster and more fuel-efficiently. Magnum radar also has Raymarine beam sharpening technology, which can provide an azimuth resolution better than 1 degree, can achieve more detailed target separation, map-like coastal details and excellent long-range performance. Magnum provides better situational awareness through fully automated MARPA target acquisition and tracking. Magnum also uses Raymarines Evolution 9-axis heading sensor technology to provide real-time and accurate target maps. Magnum has a historical record of True Trails targets. The True Trails feature allows you to view the "wake up" history behind each mobile contact. This additional information allows you to more easily interpret the movements of other ships and make wise maneuvering decisions to ensure safe passage. Connect Magnum with Axiom and LightHouse 3, and experience uninterrupted radar target images when changing course. The real-time heading update allows the radar position display to rotate freely as needed, without the need to refresh the entire display.
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Who is the Raymarine?
How to describe Raymarine 4kW Magnum w/4' Array & 15M RayNet Radar Cable?
- 4 kW Magnum radar
- 4' Array
- 15M RayNet Radar Cable
- High Performance, Long Range Open Array Radar
- 4kW Magnum with 4' Array & 15M RayNet radar cable
- High Performance, Long Range Open Array Radar
- Magnum high performance open array radars bring long range performance and unmatched small target radar imaging to Raymarine multifunction navigation
- 4kW Magnum with 4' Array & 15M RayNet Radar Cable - High Performance, Long Range Open Array Radar
- Bring long range performance and unmatched small target radar imaging to Raymarine multifunction navigation
What is the output voltage?
- 4 kW Magnum radar
- 4' Array
- 15M RayNet Radar Cable
- High Performance, Long Range Open Array Radar
- 4kW Magnum with 4' Array & 15M RayNet radar cable
- High Performance, Long Range Open Array Radar
- Magnum high performance open array radars bring long range performance and unmatched small target radar imaging to Raymarine multifunction navigation
- 4kW Magnum with 4' Array & 15M RayNet Radar Cable - High Performance, Long Range Open Array Radar
- Bring long range performance and unmatched small target radar imaging to Raymarine multifunction navigation
What is the array size of the product?
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Raymarine 4kW Magnum w/4' Array & 15M RayNet Radar Cable Technical Specifications
Type: | |
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Vendor: |
Raymarine |
Weight: |
85.0 lb |
Array Size (Inches): |
48" |
Power - Output: |
4kW |
Product Installation: |
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Raymarine 4kW Magnum w/4' Array & 15M RayNet Radar Cable Shipping & Return
Shipping Weight: |
85.0 lb |
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Box Sizes: |
1.00 (h) x 21.00 (w) x 21.00 (l) |
Cubic Feet: |
441.0 |
Returnable: |
Yes |
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