Gps Troubleshooting - Raymarine RAY50 Installation And Operation Instructions Manual

11.6 GPS troubleshooting

Problems with the GPS/GNSS and their possible causes and solutions are described below.
Before troubleshooting GPS problems ensure your
product has the latest software, by checking the
Software Updates page on the Raymarine website
www.raymarine.com.
No GPS fix
Possible causes
GPS switched off
Geographic location or prevailing conditions
preventing satellite fix.
Location of product
No GPS data
Possible causes
Internal GPS is switched off
Wrong Network output selected
Poor / damaged / insecure cable / connection 1.
Note: The Ray70's internal GPS does not output
data on the network.
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Possible solutions
Ensure you external or internal GPS/GNSS receiver is switched on.
Check periodically to see if a fix is obtained in better conditions or another
geographic location.
For optimum performance the unit should be mounted above decks and not be
in close proximity to any structural bulkheads or other electrical equipment or
cables which may cause interference.
Refer to Chapter 3 Planning the installation
requirements
Possible solutions
Ensure you external or internal GPS/GNSS receiver is switched on.
Ensure the correct network type and speed is selected in the Network output
menu: Menu > Set-up > Network output.
Check that the connectors are fully inserted into the unit and locked in
position.
2. Check the cables and connectors for signs of damage or corrosion, replace
if necessary.
3. Check the vessel's battery voltage, the condition of the battery terminals
and power supply cables, ensuring connections are secure, clean and free
from corrosion, replace if necessary.
4. With the product under load, using a multi-meter, check for high voltage drop
across all connectors/fuses etc, replace if necessary.
for details on product location
Ray50 / Ray60 / Ray70