Power Input Cable (R08003)... 16 Power Supply... 17 NMEA Cable (R08004)... 18 GPS Cable ... 18 Chapter 3: Installing the GPS Antenna...19 3.1 Selecting the Mounting Location ... 19 Receiver Location ... 19 Cabling Route ... 20 3.2 Mounting the Receiver ... 20 Pole Mounting ...
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4.4 Upgrading the Display...27 4.5 Technical Support ...29 Worldwide Web ...29 Help us to help you ...29 Contacting Raymarine in the US ...30 Contacting Raymarine in Europe ...31 Appendix: Specifications ...33 A60 LCD Color Display ...33 General ...33 Chartplotter Features ...34 Interfacing ...35...
Important Information Intended Use The A60 is a GPS Chartplotter display unit that can be upgraded to include optional Fishfinder functionality. This handbook contains important information on the installation of your A60 display and RS12 GPS Antenna. To get the best results in operation and performance, please take the time to thoroughly read the accompanying Owner’s...
Protective covers have been attached on the SONAR, AUX and NMEA connectors on the rear of the A60. If you are not using one or more of these ports, please keep the cover attached to the connector to protect it from the elements.
Important Information EMC Conformance All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best industry standards for use in the recreational marine environment. Their design and manufacture conforms to the appropriate Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards, but correct installation is required to ensure that performance is not compromised.
The following illustration shows typical cable suppression ferrites sometimes used with Raymarine equipment. To ensure EMC compliance, always use these ferrites, if supplied by Raymarine for use with this equipment. If not supplied by Raymarine, a ferrite is not required for use with this equipment.
This manual provides information and instructions for installing your A60 display and RS12 GPS sensor. 1.1 Selecting the Display Unit Location Your A60 can be mounted using the mounting bracket supplied, or console mounted using the optional flush mount kit. Before you install the display, plan its installation, considering: •...
1.2 What Comes in the Box Unpack the display carefully, to prevent damage. Save the carton and packing, in case the unit has to be returned for service. A60 Dual Function Display, E33025 (US), E33026 (CE) Sun Cover, part no. R38108 RS12 GPS, part no.
The following optional items are also available to complete your system: Part No. Description E63070 DSM25, Digital Sounder Module, 200/50KHz, 500W E36017 Flush Mount Kit, A60 R69086 Network Cable, A60, 3.5m E36015 Network Cable, A60, 8.5m E36016 Network Cable, A60, 15m...
1.4 Unit Size The dimensions for your A60 display are as follows: 2.56in (65mm) 3.11in (79mm) Bracket Mount 9.61in (244mm) ENTER CANCEL PAGE ACTIVE WPTS DATA MENU 9.88in (251mm) 11.02in (280mm) 2.40in (61mm) .866in (22mm) 3.43in (87mm) Flush Mount A60 Installation Manual 6.81in...
Chapter 2: Installing the Display Unit The A60 display unit is waterproof to IPX-7 and can be installed either above or below deck using either the mounting bracket or by flush mounting into the console. 2.1 Mounting Note: The mounting bracket and the mount frame to which the bracket attaches must be removed prior to flush mounting.
A60 Installation Manual 5. Use the screws and nuts supplied to securely attach the bracket to the mount- ing surface. D7899-1 6. Attach the display unit to the bracket. 7. Adjust the unit angle for clear vision and tighten the knobs.
Chapter 2: Installing the Display Unit CAUTION: Installation Make sure there are no hidden electrical wires or other items behind the selected location before proceeding. Make sure there is sufficient rear access for mounting and cabling. 1. Check the selected location for the unit. A clear, flat area with suitable clear- ance behind the panel, is required.
DC power is connected at the 3-pin POWER connector on the unit’s connector panel. The connector (viewed from the outside) and pin functions are shown in the following diagram and table. Display Unit SONAR NMEA POWER NMEA A60 Installation Manual 12V Power Supply Fluxgate Compass Power Power NMEA POWER D7719-1...
Shield (drain wire) Power Supply The A60 is intended for use on boat’s DC power systems rated from 10.7 to 18 VDC. The power connection to the unit should be made at either the output of the battery isolator switch or at a DC power distribution panel. Power should be...
A60 to reduce overall wire length. Only use enough wire to connect the unit to the power source, including a service loop. Note: When the A60 has been powered off using the PWR key but is still electrically con- nected to the power supply, the GPS continues to draw current.
Chapter 3: Installing the GPS Antenna The RS12 package contains the following items: 1. Low profile GPS Receiver, with 10 m (33 ft) cable 2. Flush mount gasket 3. Mounting studs (x2) and thumb nuts (x2) 4. Pole mount kit * Note: * If you intend to mount the receiver on a pole, you will need to obtain a suitable pole with 1 inch 14 TPI thread.
When planning the location for the unit, consider the best route for running the cable between the receiver and GPS display unit or to the rest of an integrated system. Ideally, you should try to route the cable so it is: •...
Chapter 3: Installing the GPS Antenna Surface Mounting 1. Use the template supplied in this handbook to mark the two 6 mm (0.25 in) mounting holes. 2. OPTION A: If the cable is going to pass through the mounting surface drill a 19 mm (0.75 in) center hole.
Top view Making the Cable Connections Connect the cable to the connector Labeled GPS on the back of the display unit as shown below: RS12 Underside view Display Unit SONAR NMEA POWER A60 Installation Manual D8690-1...
Chapter 4: Maintenance 4.1 Introduction This chapter provides information on maintaining and troubleshooting your A60 GPS Chartplotter and on how to get assistance from Raymarine. At regular intervals, carry out the following servicing procedures: • Routine checks. • Cleaning the Display.
4. If any smears remain, very gently wipe the window with a clean microfiber cleaning cloth (not supplied). 4.2 Resetting the System You can reset the A60 display in one of three ways: • Power-on Reset • Settings Reset • Settings and Data Reset...
Settings Reset: using hardware keys or via the System Setup Menu. To carry out a Settings Reset using the hardware keys: 1. With the A60 powered OFF, press and hold the left hand soft key. 2. Press and release the POWER key to power ON the display, but continue to hold in the soft key.
• Too many other electronics devices connected on the same circuit • Loose connections • Corroded fuse blocks and fuses • Low battery charge Incorrect software version installed. Contact your local Raymarine dealer or visit the Customer Support section of raymarine.com. A60 Installation Manual...
‘E:’, open this drive and paste the files there. 4. Remove the CompactFlash card from the reader/writer. 5. Make sure the A60 and DSM25 (if one is installed) are fully connected but powered OFF. (The DSM25 must be connected for it to be updated.) 6.
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10. Press Continue to confirm. When complete, the following message appears: “Upgrade Completed. Press ANY KEY to Continue”. 11. Press a key on the A60. The Upgrade and Reboot soft keys now replace the text. 12. Highlight and install any other updates as needed, one file at a time, by repeating steps 9–11.
If the answer you are seeking is not available, click the Ask Raymarine tab to submit your own question to our technical support staff, who will reply to you by e-mail.
Contacting Raymarine in the US You can contact Raymarine in the US either using the Raymarine world wide web as detailed above or by calling one of the telephone numbers below. Accessories and Parts You can obtain many Raymarine accessories and parts directly from your authorized Raymarine dealer.
If you wish to enquire about the repair status of your unit, contact the Repair Center at: 603-881-5200 extension 2118. Contacting Raymarine in Europe You can obtain Technical Support, service and accessories from your authorized Raymarine dealer, or by contacting: Raymarine plc Robinson Way Anchorage Park Portsmouth PO3 5TD...
Appendix: A60 LCD Color Display General Approvals CE - conforms to Mounting Size (H x W x D) Weight Power Environmental: Op/Storage Temp. Range Humidity limit Controls Display type Resolution Display size Display Windows Brightness Languages Alarms Connectors Specifications 2004/108/EC (EMC), EN60945:2002 Bracket with dash (flush) mount option 7.8 x 11.0 x 3.1 in (199 x 280x 79 mm), bracket mounted...
Status Bar at top of screen displays chart range, orientation, relative motion mode, and position data. 16 tracks with up to 1000 points in each can be stored in the units internal memory. Track optimization reduces number of points used. Additional storage available on CompactFlash cards A60 Installation Manual...
Global positioning system fix data Heading, deviation & variation Heading, magnetic Heading, true Recommended minimum data for LORAN-C Recommended minimum navigation data Recommended minimum data for GPS Routes Water speed & heading Distance traveled through the water Vector Track and Ground speed Waypoint location Cross Track Error, measured Time &...
For any Raymarine product or system that (i) has been installed on your vessel by a Raymarine-certified service agent or by a Raymarine OEM, and (ii) has a MSRP equal to or greater than USD $2,500, you are eligible to receive warranty service by a Raymarine certified service agent on-board your vessel (‘On Board Warranty Service’) for a period of 12...
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Other conditions This Warranty is fully transferable provided that you furnish the original proof of purchase to Raymarine or, in the case of On Board Warranty Service, to a Raymarine-certified service agent. This Warranty is void if the label bearing the serial number has been removed or defaced.
2 years (24 months), subject to the limits contained in this warranty document. In the case of a product installed, by a Raymarine certified OEM installer, on a new boat prior to the sale of the boat to a customer, the 2-year period will begin on the date of the sale of the boat to the customer.
Raymarine Service Agent) at no further cost and promptly returned to the customer. 3.3 In cases where the customer is making a warranty claim and the product has been installed by a Raymarine certified installer, (boat builder, installer, dealer etc.) i.e. Onboard warranty, the nearest Raymarine approved service agent should be contacted and onboard service requested (which will be subject to the limits referred to in paragraph 4.12 below).
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4.9 Overtime/premium labour portion of services outside of normal working hours is not covered by this warranty. 4.10 If repairs are necessary under the warranty, the affected product must be forwarded to a Raymarine facility or a Raymarine approved service agent, at the owner’s expense.
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United States Raymarine Technical Support 1-800-539-5539 extension 2444, or (603) -881-5200 Product Repair and Service Raymarine Product Repair Center 21 Manchester Street, Merrimack, NH 03054 - 4801 1-800-539-5539 Opening hours: Monday through Friday 0815 - 1700 Eastern Standard or Eastern Daylight Savings Time.
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