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Trademark and patents notice Raymarine, Tacktick, Clear Pulse, Truzoom, HSB, SeaTalk, SeaTalk , SeaTalk , Micronet, Raytech, Gear Up, Marine Shield, Seahawk, Autohelm, Automagic, and Visionality are registered or claimed trademarks of Raymarine Belgium. FLIR, DownVision, SideVision, Dragonfly, Instalert, Infrared Everywhere, and The World’s Sixth Sense are registered or claimed trademarks of FLIR Systems, Inc.
Disclaimer Warning: Potential ignition source Raymarine does not warrant that this product is This product is NOT approved for use in error-free or that it is compatible with products hazardous/flammable atmospheres. Do manufactured by any person or entity other than NOT install in a hazardous/flammable Raymarine.
NOT covered by International Maritime Organization (IMO) and Safety of Life at Sea Suppression ferrites (SOLAS) Carriage Regulations. • Raymarine cables may be pre-fitted or supplied with suppression ferrites. These are important for Technical accuracy correct EMC performance. If ferrites are supplied separately to the cables (i.e.
Chapter 2: Document and product information Chapter contents • 2.1 Document information on page 10 • 2.2 Product overview on page 10 Document and product information...
2.1 Document information 2.2 Product overview This document contains important information NMEA 0183 converter kit — overview related to the installation of your Raymarine product. The NMEA 0183 to SeaTalk converter kit (E70196) The document includes information to help you:...
3.1 Installation checklist 3.2 Parts supplied Installation includes the following activities: Installation Task Plan your system. Obtain all required equipment and tools. Site all equipment. Route all cables. Drill cable and mounting holes. Make all connections into equipment. Secure all equipment in place. Power on and test the system.
3.3 Software updates 3.4 Tools required The software running on the product can be updated. Product installation requires the following tools: • Raymarine periodically releases software updates Item Description Quantity to improve product performance and add new Power drill features.
3.5 Warnings and cautions 3.6 General location requirements Important considerations when choosing a suitable Important: Before proceeding, ensure that you location for your product. have read and understood the warnings and cautions provided in the Chapter 1 Important This product is suitable for mounting below decks. information section of this document.
Chapter 4: Cables and connections Chapter contents • 4.1 General cabling guidance on page 18 • 4.2 Connections overview on page 18 • 4.3 Power connection on page 19 • 4.4 VHF radio connection (NMEA 0183) on page 21 Cables and connections...
SeaTalk SeaTalk of the correct type, supplied by Raymarine. backbone backbone backbone • Ensure that any non-Raymarine cables are of the cables correct quality and gauge. For example, longer power cable runs may require larger wire gauges White SeaTalk SeaTalk SeaTalk to minimize voltage drop along the run.
• Refer to the inline fuse ratings provided in the • By a battery via the distribution panel, or product’s documentation. • From a Raymarine course computer, via a SeaTalk • If you need to extend the length of the power cable or a SeaTalk system.
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• The power cable for each unit in your system should be run as a separate, single length of 2-wire cable from the unit to the vessel's battery or distribution panel. • Raymarine recommends a minimum wire gauge of 18AWG (0.82 mm ) for any length of cable extension.
4.4 VHF radio connection (NMEA 0183) You can connect a SeaTalk MFD or GNSS receiver to an Isolated NMEA 0183 VHF radio using the converter. Connections NMEA 0183 connections to the converter are made using the SeaTalk to NMEA 0183 bare wires spur cable, a terminal block, and the NMEA 0183 cable supplied with the VHF radio.
5.1 Mounting the unit Before mounting the unit ensure that you have: • Identified the routes that the cables will take. D13372-1 1. Switch off the vessel’s power supply. 2. Check the selected location for the unit, a clear, flat area is required, which is safe to have screws fitted to.
Chapter 6: System checks and troubleshooting Chapter contents • 6.1 System checks on page 26 • 6.2 Troubleshooting on page 27 System checks and troubleshooting...
6.1 System checks After connection of the SeaTalk - SeaTalk converter it is advisable to perform checks on the data shared around the system. Typical checks should include: • Check your GPS position. At a known location check that the GPS position is accurately shown on all displays and appropriate instruments.
All Raymarine products are, prior to packing and shipping, subjected to comprehensive test and quality assurance programs. However, if you experience problems with the operation of your...
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Network problem. Check that all required equipment is connected to the is missing from some but not all network. displays. Check the status of the Raymarine network Switch. Check that SeaTalk / RayNet cables are free from damage. Software mismatch between Contact Raymarine technical support.
7.1 Routine checks 7.2 Unit cleaning instructions The following periodic checks should be made: The unit does not require regular cleaning. However, if you find it necessary to clean the unit, please follow • Examine cables for signs of damage, such as the steps below: chafing, cuts or nicks.
Chapter 8: Technical support Chapter contents • 8.1 Raymarine product support and servicing on page 32 • 8.2 Viewing product information on page 33 Technical support...
Servicing and warranty Raymarine offers dedicated service departments for Sweden support.se@raymarine.com warranty, service, and repairs. (0)317 633 670 Don’t forget to visit the Raymarine website to register your product for extended warranty benefits: Finland +358 support.fi@raymarine.com http://www.raymarine.co.uk/display/?id=788. (0)207 619 937...
8.2 Viewing product information You can view information about your unit from the Diagnostics menu on a compatible multifunction display. This option displays information such as product serial number and software version. With the Homescreen displayed: 1. Select Set-up. 2. Select Maintenance. 3.
9.1 Technical specification Nominal supply voltage 12 V dc Operating voltage range 9 to 16 V dc Current • 50 mA converter peak operating current • 950 mA total peak supply to SeaTalk / SeaTalk devices on spur connections. LEN 1 (Refer to Seatalk reference manual for further information.
10.1 SeaTalk cables and accessories Description Part No Notes SeaTalk cables and accessories for use with SeaTalk Power A06049 compatible products. cable Description Part No Notes SeaTalk A06031 Terminator SeaTalk starter kit T70134 Includes: SeaTalk T-piece A06028 Provides 1 x spur •...
Appendix A NMEA 0183 PGNs The converter bridges the following NMEA PGNs from the SeaTalk bus to an NMEA device. Mes- sage Message NMEA 0183 number description Notes 129025 Latitude and If Latitude Longitude Longitude is 129029 GPS statistics present on and Latitude and SeaTalk Longitude...
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