Raytheon SL72 Radar Screen

[jimi]

I've already had one unit replaced (within 5 months) because of moisture in the display and the replacement's going the same way(5 months). Its still under warranty so its not a problem .. yet! Has anyone else had a similar problem? I do have the display outside at the helm.

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[davidwf]

My display has a small hole drilled in it bottom LHS, I've had a little bit of condensation in it but turning on the backlight seems to drive it off. It is installed below decks though.

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[nicho]

Jim - we had the same with ours when new. I was told to leave it switched on overnight to thoroughly dry it out. I did, the problem disappeared and has not (yet) returned. Ours is in the cockpit too.

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[Chris_Robb]

Jimi - the problem with these displays is that they produce heat when they are on. - when they are turned off they just suck the misture in. so gradually it accumulates. The others have said - just leave it on with the back light. But you and I being mean Scotsman - (both expats) that means using battery .aaaarrrggghhhh.

Can you demount the display - or is it permenantly set up?

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[jimi]

Many thanks guys, left the light on max for a few hours and the problem is solved!

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