SIMRAD R2009 Radar Control Unit with Broadband 4G™ Radar

A complete standalone radar solution, the R2009 is bundled with the Broadband 4G radome.

R2009 radar control unit offers a professional-grade interface to Simrad Broadband 4G™ radar, so we’ve bundled them together. Maximize your radar’s utility by adding its own dedicated screen and controls, without compromising on a clean and consistent helm design.

Engineered to serve aboard coastal and offshore fishing vessels, crew boats, tugs and other workboats, the R2009 offers versatile flush or bracket-mount installation options and intuitive keypad-based operation for reliable control in all conditions.

Key Features

• 9″ diagonal portrait screen: R2009 maximizes screen size where limited mounting space is available, with a compact 9″ diagonal portrait display that’s great for center consoles
• Ruggedly designed and flexible: Designed meet the needs of offshore cruisers, sportfishing and commercial vessels, the R2009 supports flush-mount installation in a console or dash, or bracket-mount installation with an included gimbal bracket.
• Submersible construction: Watertight rear connectors mean the R2009 is IPX7 water-resistant from all sides, in either type of installation.
• Keypad operation with Direct-Access Menu Keys: R2009 is operated by an integrated keypad and rotary dial. Direct-access menu keys beside the display operate adjacent on-screen menu options, for quick and intuitive access to key settings and features.
• Big buttons that you can operate with gloves on: With reliable, long-life operation and clear tactile feedback, the R2009’s large buttons are suitable for use in rough seas, while travelling at speed, and with wet or gloved hands.
• Ethernet, NMEA 0183 and NMEA 2000 networking: R2009 Radar Control Unit connects to compatible Simrad radar systems via Ethernet, offering simple installation and easy networking of multiple control units and radar systems. The R2009 also includes dual NMEA 0183 ports and NMEA 2000 connectivity for compatible devices such as heading and speed sensors, AIS, and GPS.
• High-brightness display: 9″ diagonal 480 x 800-pixel portrait LCD with hgh brightness for outside use
• SD card slot: Full-sized SD card slot for logs and software updates

What’s in the Box – R2009

• Control unit
• Panel mounting gasket
• Sun cover
• Bezels
• Power cable
• Knobs

Broadband 4G Specifications

• Transmit Power: 165mW
• Maximum Range: 200′ to 36nm with 18 range settings
• Horizontal Beamwidth: 2.6°
• Rotation Speed: 24/36/48rpm
• Height:: 11″
• Radome Diameter: 19 3/16″
• Weight: 16.31lb.
• Cable Length: 33′
• Voltage: 9V to 31.2V DC (12/24V systems)
• Amperage: 1.45A (20W @ 13.8V DC); 170mA standby (2.5W)
• Data Interface: NMEA 0183, NMEA 2000/SimNet, High-speed Ethernet
• Waterproof Rating: IPX6
• Warranty: Two years

What’s in the Box – Broadband 4G

• Broadband 4G Scanner
• Scanner cable
• RI10 interface box
• Yellow Ethernet cable – 1.8 m (6 ft)