Raymarine RV-100 Installation Instructions Manual

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RV-100
TRANSOM REALVISION™ 3D SONAR TRANSDUCER
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
English (en-US)
Date:
01-2023
Document number:
87337 (Rev 3)
© 2023 Raymarine UK Limited

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  • Page 1 RV-100 TRANSOM REALVISION™ 3D SONAR TRANSDUCER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS English (en-US) Date: 01-2023 Document number: 87337 (Rev 3) © 2023 Raymarine UK Limited...
  • Page 3 Trademark and patents notice Raymarine, Tacktick, Clear Pulse, Truzoom, SeaTalk , SeaTalk , SeaTalkng , and Micronet, are registered or claimed trademarks of Raymarine Belgium. FLIR, YachtSense , DockSense, LightHouse, RangeFusion, DownVision, SideVision, RealVision, HyperVision, Dragonfly, Element, Quantum, Axiom, Instalert, Infrared Everywhere, The World’s Sixth Sense and ClearCruise are registered or claimed trademarks of FLIR Systems, Inc.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ......7 Compatible RealVision™ 3D products ...... 15 Tools required Certified Installation ..............16 ..............7 Location requirements Declaration of conformity ............ 16 ............7 Transducer dimensions Water ingress ..........18 ................7 Disclaimer ..................7 CHAPTER 4 CABLES AND CONNECTIONS .......
  • Page 6 CHAPTER 7 MAINTENANCE ..........33 Routine checks ..............34 Unit cleaning instructions ..........34 Transducer cleaning ............34 CHAPTER 8 TECHNICAL SUPPORT ........35 Raymarine product support and servicing ....36 Viewing product information ........37 Learning resources ............37 CHAPTER 9 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION ......38 Technical specification ............39...
  • Page 7: Chapter 1 Important Information

    Do NOT connect or disconnect equipment with the power switched on, unless instructed in Raymarine does not warrant that this product is error-free or that it is this document. compatible with products manufactured by any person or entity other than Raymarine.
  • Page 8: Warranty Registration

    Product disposal Raymarine is not responsible for damages or injuries caused by your use or inability to use the product, by the interaction of the product with products manufactured by others, or by errors in information utilized by the product Dispose of this product in accordance with the WEEE Directive.
  • Page 9: Publication Copyright

    Publication copyright Copyright ©2023 Raymarine UK Ltd. All rights reserved. No parts of this material may be copied, translated, or transmitted (in any medium) without the prior written permission of Raymarine UK Ltd. Important information...
  • Page 10: Chapter 2 Document And Product Information

    CHAPTER 2: DOCUMENT AND PRODUCT INFORMATION CHAPTER CONTENTS • 2.1 Document information — page 11 • 2.2 Product overview — page 11 • 2.3 Product documentation — page 12...
  • Page 11: Document Information

    • A80464 — RV-100 RealVision™ 3D Transom Mount Transducer (Plastic). • The RV-100 is a RealVision™ 3D transducer, capable of producing 3D sonar images. • The transducer can be connected to RealVision™ 3D or RealVision™ 3D Max variant MFDs running LightHouse™...
  • Page 12: Product Documentation

    • Waterproof to IPX6, IPX7, IPX8. For detailed operation instructions for your product, refer to the documentation that accompanies your display. All product documentation is available to download from the Raymarine 2.3 Product documentation website: www.raymarine.com/manuals. The following documentation is applicable to your product: LightHouse™...
  • Page 13: Chapter 3 Planning The Installation

    CHAPTER 3: PLANNING THE INSTALLATION CHAPTER CONTENTS • 3.1 Installation checklist — page 14 • 3.2 Parts supplied — page 14 • 3.3 Required additional components — page 15 • 3.4 Tools required — page 16 • 3.5 Location requirements — page 16 •...
  • Page 14: Installation Checklist

    3.1 Installation checklist Installation includes the following activities: Installation Task Plan your system. 2. Obtain all required equipment and tools. 3. Site all equipment. 4. Route all cables. 5. Drill cable and mounting holes. 6. Make all connections into equipment. Secure all equipment in place.
  • Page 15: Required Additional Components

    Compatible RealVision™ 3D products Item Description The transducer must be connected to a RealVision™ 3D sonar-capable M10 serrated nylock nut device. The following RealVision™ and RealVision™ Max 3D sonar-capable Transducer (including fitted 8 m / 26.2 ft cable) products are compatible with the transducer. 3.3 Required additional components This product forms part of a system of electronics and requires the following additional components for full operation.
  • Page 16: Tools Required

    3.4 Tools required 3.5 Location requirements The guidelines below should be followed when selecting a location for the The following tools are required to install your transducer. transducer. Note: The information below is provided for guidance only. Optimum transducer location will be different for each vessel, and it is recommended that the transducer is tested in different mounting locations, to ensure optimum performance.
  • Page 17 • For best performance the transducer must be installed in a location with the least turbulence and aeration. The most effective way to determine this is by checking the water flow around the transom whilst underway.Turbulence can be caused by chines (1), skegs (2), strakes, (3), outlets and exhausts (4), rows of rivets (5) steps (6), and ribs (7).
  • Page 18: Transducer Dimensions

    3.6 Transducer dimensions Item Dimension 76.00 mm (3.00 in) 120.00 mm (4.72 in) 256.6 mm (10.10 in) 70.00 mm (2.76 in) 48.5 mm (1.91 in) 26.00 mm (1.01 in) 35.00 mm (1.38 in) 4.50 mm (0.18 in) 13.80 mm (0.54 in) 30.00 mm (1.18 in) 8 m (26.2 ft) fitted cable...
  • Page 19: Chapter 4 Cables And Connections

    CHAPTER 4: CABLES AND CONNECTIONS CHAPTER CONTENTS • 4.1 General cabling guidance — page 20 • 4.2 Transducer cable routing guidance — page 20 Cables and connections...
  • Page 20: General Cabling Guidance

    • Unless otherwise stated only use cables supplied by Raymarine. Note: It is recommended that a maximum of two cable extensions are • Where it is necessary to use non-Raymarine cables, ensure that they are of correct quality and gauge for their intended purpose. (e.g.: longer power used, with the total cable length not exceeding 18 m (59 ft).
  • Page 21: Chapter 5 Mounting

    CHAPTER 5: MOUNTING CHAPTER CONTENTS • 5.1 Pre-installation test — page 22 • 5.2 Mounting the transom mount bracket — page 22 • 5.3 Mounting the transducer — page 23 • 5.4 Attaching the connector locking collar — page 24 •...
  • Page 22: Pre-Installation Test

    ([Menu > All channels]). 7. Check that accurate depth and where applicable temperature readings are displayed. 8. If you experience difficulties obtaining readings then contact Raymarine® Technical Support. Warning: Transducer operation Only test and operate the transducer in the water. Do NOT operate out of water as overheating may occur.
  • Page 23: Mounting The Transducer

    5.3 Mounting the transducer The transducer is mounted to the mounting bracket using the supplied nut and bolt. Important: • Only perform the installation with your vessel out of the water. • Do NOT lift or suspend the transducer using its cable. •...
  • Page 24: Attaching The Connector Locking Collar

    7. Tilt the transducer so that the bottom face of the transducer will be parallel with the waterline and tighten the nut and bolt until the transducer is held firmly in place. 5.4 Attaching the connector locking collar The supplied cable is provided with a separate locking collar assembly, ensuring that the cable connection is secure.
  • Page 25: Making Connections

    approximately 0.5 cm further back towards the cable-end of the • RealVision™ transducer extension cable 5 m (16.4 ft) (part number A80476) connector. • RealVision™ transducer extension cable 8 m (26.2 ft) (part number A80477) Always use the supplied tool when attaching the split ring. The split ring may become overstretched and break if you try to attach it without using the tool.
  • Page 26: Testing And Adjusting The Transducer

    5.7 Testing and adjusting the transducer Angle adjustment After the initial installation has been carried out, the transducer should be tested and — if required — adjusted prior to finalizing the installation. The testing should be carried out with your vessel in the water, with a depth greater than 0.7 m (2.3 ft) but less than the maximum depth range of the transducer / sonar channel.
  • Page 27: Finalizing The Transducer Mounting

    5.8 Finalizing the transducer mounting 6. Re-insert and tighten the screws. 7. Fully tighten the nut and bolt. After making any necessary adjustments to achieve optimum performance for your vessel, the transducer installation must be finalized by locking the Do not exceed a torque of 35 N·m (25.8 lbf·ft). The transducer should not transducer’s position.
  • Page 28: Chapter 6 System Checks And Troubleshooting

    CHAPTER 6: SYSTEM CHECKS AND TROUBLESHOOTING CHAPTER CONTENTS • 6.1 RealVision™ AHRS calibration — page 29 • 6.2 Troubleshooting — page 29...
  • Page 29: Realvision™ Ahrs Calibration

    Before packing and shipping, all Raymarine® products are subjected to comprehensive testing and quality assurance programs. If you do experience Calibration is an automatic process and starts after your vessel has turned problems with your product, this section will help you to diagnose and correct approximately 100°...
  • Page 30: Sonar Troubleshooting

    Sonar disabled Enable [Ping] from the Fishfinder app’s sounder tab: External sonar Ensure all Raymarine® products contain the [Menu > Settings > Sounder > Ping enable]. module: software latest available software, check the Raymarine® Incorrect transducer...
  • Page 31 Poor / problematic image Possible causes Possible solutions Possible causes Possible solutions Damaged cables Check the unit’s connector for broken or bent pins. Targets will appear Increase vessel speed. differently if your 2. Check that the cable connector is fully inserted vessel is stationary into the unit and that the locking collar is in the (e.g.: fish will appear...
  • Page 32: Resetting The Sonar Module

    Resetting the sonar module You can use the reset function on a compatible Raymarine multifunction display to restore the sonar module to its factory default settings. In the fishfinder application:...
  • Page 33: Chapter 7 Maintenance

    CHAPTER 7: MAINTENANCE CHAPTER CONTENTS • 7.1 Routine checks — page 34 • 7.2 Unit cleaning instructions — page 34 Maintenance...
  • Page 34: Routine Checks

    7.1 Routine checks Transducer cleaning You must clean your transducer regularly to remove organic growth. Organic The following periodic checks should be made: growth can build up quickly on the bottom face of your transducer; this can impact transducer performance in a matter of weeks. •...
  • Page 35: Chapter 8 Technical Support

    CHAPTER 8: TECHNICAL SUPPORT CHAPTER CONTENTS • 8.1 Raymarine product support and servicing — page 36 • 8.2 Learning resources — page 37 Technical support...
  • Page 36: Raymarine Product Support And Servicing

    Italy (Raymarine subsidiary): Raymarine offers dedicated service departments for warranty, service, and repairs. • E-Mail: support.it@raymarine.com Don’t forget to visit the Raymarine website to register your product • Tel: +39 02 9945 1001 for extended warranty benefits: https://www.raymarine.com/en- Spain (Authorized Raymarine distributor): us/support/product-registration •...
  • Page 37: Viewing Product Information

    8.2 Learning resources • E-Mail: info@mikstmarine.ru • Tel: +7 495 788 0508 Raymarine has produced a range of learning resources to help you get the most out of your products. Viewing product information Video tutorials Use the [Settings] menu to view hardware and software information about Raymarine official channel on YouTube your display, and connected products.
  • Page 38: Chapter 9 Technical Specification

    CHAPTER 9: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION CHAPTER CONTENTS • 9.1 Technical specification — page 39...
  • Page 39: Technical Specification

    9.1 Technical specification Sonar range The sonar range is the effective depth or distance that the transducer can Physical specification operate to, in optimum weather conditions. The following ranges apply to RealVision™ 3D sonar channels: Specification Dimensions (including bracket): • Length: 256.6 mm (10.10 in) Note: •...
  • Page 40: Chapter 10 Spares And Accessories

    CHAPTER 10: SPARES AND ACCESSORIES CHAPTER CONTENTS • 10.1 Accessories — page 41...
  • Page 41: Accessories

    10.1 Accessories Extension cables and adapters • A80515 — RealVision™ transducer right-angled adapter cable 400 mm (15.7 in.). • A80475 — RealVision™ transducer extension cable 3 m (11.8 ft.). • A80476 — RealVision™ transducer extension cable 5 m (19.7 ft.). •...
  • Page 43 Index Installation Cable bend radius ................18 Cable length ..................18 Accessories ....................41 Checklist ....................14 Schematic diagram ................14 Testing ...................22, 26 Tools .....................16 Bracket mounting ..................22 Transducer ................... 23 IP address....................37 Cable Protection ....................20 LightHouse 3 ....................12 Strain relief...................20 LightHouse 4 ....................12 Cable extension ................20, 25...
  • Page 44 Service Center..................36 Servicing....................7 Sonar range..................... 39 Support forum ..................37 Technical specification ..............38–39 Environmental ..................39 Technical Specification Conformance ..................39 Physical....................39 RealVision 3D Sonar ................39 Technical support................36–37 Temperature range ................. 39 Tools required ..................16 Training courses ..................
  • Page 46 Raymarine (UK / EU) Marine House, Cartwright Drive, Fareham, Hampshire. PO15 5RJ. United Kingdom. Tel: (+44) (0)1329 246 700 www.raymarine.co.uk Raymarine (US) 110 Lowell Road, Hudson, NH 03051. United States of America. Tel: (+1) 603-324-7900 www.raymarine.com...

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