The Raymarine Magnum 4kW Pedestal with VCM100 (E70484) is the core drive unit and transmitter for the Magnum open-array radar series. This product configuration includes the pedestal itself and the required VCM100 Voltage Converter Module, allowing you to choose and mount either a 4ft (E70490) or 6ft (E70491) antenna array.

Key Features

• X-Band Magnetron Performance: Provides 4kW of peak output power, offering reliable performance under tough weather conditions and long-range tracking up to 72 nautical miles.

• Beam Sharpening Technology: When paired with a compatible antenna array, it delivers better than 1-degree bearing resolution for exceptional target separation and clear, map-like coastal rendering.

• Advanced Bird Mode: Features optimized gain algorithms capable of targeting distant flocks of sea birds up to 10 nautical miles away, helping mariners locate baitfish.

• Target History & Tracking: Fully supports True Trails target wake history and automatic/manual MARPA acquisition (up to 25 targets simultaneously) when paired with a suitable 9-axis heading sensor.

• Real-Time Display Updates: Features real-time heading refresh capabilities when integrated with Axiom displays running LightHouse 3 or newer, ensuring the radar position sweep doesn’t stall during rapid course changes.