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Chapter 1: Important information Caution: Power supply protection Warning: Product installation When installing this product ensure the and operation power source is adequately protected • This product must be installed and by means of a suitably-rated fuse or operated in accordance with the automatic circuit breaker.
Technical accuracy must fit the supplied ferrites, using the supplied instructions. To the best of our knowledge, the information in this • If a ferrite has to be removed for any purpose (e.g. document was correct at the time it was produced. installation or maintenance), it must be replaced in However, Raymarine cannot accept liability for any the original position before the product is used.
Chapter 2: Document and product information 2.1 Document information 2.2 RS150 product overview This document contains important information The RS150 is a SeaTalkng® Global Navigation related to the installation of your Raymarine product. Satellite Systems (GNSS) Receiver. The RS150 provides position data to devices connected to the The document includes information to help you: SeaTalkng®...
Chapter 3: Planning the installation 3.1 Installation checklist 3.2 Parts supplied Installation includes the following activities: The following parts are supplied with your product. Installation Task Plan your system. Obtain all required equipment and tools. Site all equipment. Route all cables. Drill cable and mounting holes.
3.3 Software updates 3.4 Tools required for installation The software running on the product can be updated. • Raymarine periodically releases software updates to improve product performance and add new features. • The software on many products can be updated using a connected and compatible multifunction display (MFD).
3.5 Warnings and cautions 3.6 Selecting a location Warning: Potential ignition Important: Before proceeding, ensure that you have read and understood the warnings and source cautions provided in the Chapter 1 Important This product is NOT approved for use in information section of this document.
The ferrite(s) should be rated to be effective in the Note: Where constraints on the installation range 100 MHz to 2.5 GHz, and should be fitted to prevent any of the above recommendations, the power cable and any other cables exiting the always ensure the maximum possible separation EMI-emitting device, as close as possible to the between different items of electrical equipment, to...
Chapter 4: Cables and connections 4.1 General cabling guidance 4.2 Connections overview Your product includes the following connectors. Cable types and length Connector Connects to: Suitable cables It is important to use cables of the appropriate type and length SeaTalk SeaTalk backbone spur cables...
4.3 SeaTalkng® power supply In-line fuse and thermal breaker ratings Power is supplied to the product over the SeaTalkng® The SeaTalkng® network’s power supply requires an backbone. in-line fuse or thermal breaker to be fitted. A SeaTalkng® backbone requires only one 12 V In-line fuse rating Thermal breaker rating dc power supply, connected to the SeaTalkng®...
Implementation — direct connection to battery for each power circuit to provide the necessary protection. • SeaTalkng® power cables may be connected directly to the vessel's battery, via a suitably rated • In all cases, observe the recommended fuse or breaker. breaker / fuse ratings provided in the product’s documentation.
Warning: Product grounding 4.5 SeaTalk ng® network example Before applying power to this product, ensure it has been correctly grounded, in Your product provides data to other devices on the accordance with the instructions provided. SeaTalk ng® network. Warning: Positive ground systems Do not connect this unit to a system which has positive grounding.
Chapter 5: Installation 5.1 Surface mounting 5.2 Pole or rail mounting The unit can be mounted on a surface that is up to The Pole mount kit (A80370) can be used to mount approximately 28 mm (1.10 in) thick using the fixings your product on a pole or rail.
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5.3 Surface mounting using the 7. Place the Mounting trim over the unit slightly offset, and then twist the Mounting trim clockwise Deck mounting kit until it locks into position. The Deck mounting kit (A80437) can be used to surface or bracket mount your product. The Riser and Bracket pieces are not required for this installation.
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5.4 Bracket mounting using the 7. Orientate the Mounting trim so that the release hole is accessible when mounted. Deck mounting kit The Deck mounting kit (A80437) can be used to wall mount your product. The Riser piece is not required for bracket mounting the product.
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5.5 Surface mounting using the 8. Place the Mounting trim over the unit slightly offset, and then twist the Mounting trim clockwise Riser until it locks into position. The Deck mounting kit (A80437) can be used to raise the product from the mounting surface. The Wall bracket is not required when using the Riser.
5.6 Releasing the unit from the adaptor Follow the steps below to release the unit from the Mounting adaptor. 1. Insert the flat of a small flat blade screw driver, or similar tool into the release hole located on the flat edge of the mounting adaptor and twist the screw driver 90°, so that there is a small gap between the Mounting trim and Mounting tray.
Chapter 6: System checks and troubleshooting 6.1 Initial test Once the unit is fully connected and installed, perform an initial power on test to verify correct operation. Unit to use for verifying Application(s) to use for Product type operation verifying operation Example screen GNSS Receiver Chart application (check the...
accurate position. If in doubt, check the displayed vessel position in the Chart application against your actual proximity to a known charted object. • Estimated Horizontal Position Error (EHPE) — EHPE is a measure of the estimated error of a position fix in the horizontal plane. The value displayed indicates that your position is within a circle radius of the stated size 50% of the time.
GNSS troubleshooting Problems with the GNSS and their possible causes and solutions are described here. Problem Possible causes Possible solutions “No Fix” GNSS status icon is Geographic location or prevailing Check periodically to see if a fix is obtained in better displayed.
LED Diagnostics LED Sequence LED Color Status Green • Bus healthy, no communication bus faults • All sensors connected and ready Green • Sensors initializing Green • GPS initializing (Can take up to 5 minutes at first use or after factory reset or software update) •...
Chapter 7: Maintenance 7.1 Service and maintenance This product contains no user serviceable components. Please refer all maintenance and repair to authorized Raymarine dealers. Unauthorized repair may affect your warranty. 7.2 Routine equipment checks It is recommended that you perform the following routine checks, on a regular basis, to ensure the correct and reliable operation of your equipment: •...
Chapter 8: Technical support 8.1 Raymarine product support 8.2 Learning resources and servicing Raymarine has produced a range of learning Raymarine provides a comprehensive product resources to help you get the most out of your support service, as well as warranty, service, and products.
Chapter 9: Technical specification 9.1 Technical specification < 8 seconds Nominal supply voltage Time to first fix from hot start 12 V dc (Supplied by SeaTalk Geodetic Datum WGS84 Operating voltage range 9 V dc to 16 V dc (protected up to 32 V dc) Power consumption 30mA max.
Chapter 10: Spares and accessories 10.1 Accessories 10.2 SeaTalk ng® cabling components The following accessories are available: SeaTalk cabling components and their purposes. Accessories Connection / Cable Notes Item Part number Backbone cable (various The main cable carrying data. Pole/rail mounting adaptor kit A80370 lengths) Spurs from the backbone are 6 m SeaTalkng white spur...
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10.3 SeaTalk ng® cables and Part No Description Notes accessories A06043 SeaTalk to bare ends 1 m (3.3 ft) SeaTalk cables and accessories for use with spur compatible products. A06044 SeaTalk to bare Part No Description Notes ends 3 m (9.8 ft) spur T70134 SeaTalk...
Appendix A NMEA 2000 PGN support The unit supports the following NMEA 2000 PGNs. Description Transmit (Tx) Receive (Rx) ● 59904 ISO Request 59932 ISO Acknowl- ● edgement 60160 ISO Transport ● protocol, data transfer 60416 ISO Transport ● ● protocol 60928 ISO Address...
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