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- Page 1 RV-300 SERIES PLASTIC THRU-HULL REALVISION™ 3D SONAR TRANSDUCERS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS English (en-US) Date: 06-2023 Document number: 87336 (Rev 5) © 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.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ......7 Multiple transducers ............17 Selecting a location Certified Installation ............17 ..............7 Declaration of Conformity ............7 Warnings and cautions ...........17 Water ingress ................8 Location requirements ............17 Disclaimer ..................8 EMC installation guidelines .......... 19 Warranty registration ..............8 Transducer dimensions —... - Page 6 Routine checks ..............35 Unit cleaning instructions ..........35 Transducer cleaning ............35 Re-applying anti-fouling paint ........35 CHAPTER 7 TECHNICAL SUPPORT........37 Raymarine product support and servicing ....38 Viewing product information ........39 Learning resources ............39 CHAPTER 8 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION ......40 Technical specification .............41 Physical specification ............41...
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Page 7: Chapter 1 Important Information
To prevent potential product damage, vessel damage and installer. A certified installation qualifies for enhanced product warranty personal injury 2-person installation is recommended. benefits. Contact your Raymarine dealer for further details, and refer to the separate warranty document packed with your product. Warning: Marine-grade sealant Warning: Product installation and operation Only use marine-grade neutral cure polyurethane sealants. -
Page 8: Water Ingress
You will need this serial number when registering your product online. You should retain the label for future reference. Disclaimer Raymarine does not warrant that this product is error-free or that it is Product disposal compatible with products manufactured by any person or entity other than Raymarine. -
Page 9: Technical Accuracy
(www.raymarine.com) to ensure you have the most up-to-date version(s) of the documentation for your product. 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. -
Page 10: Chapter 2 Document And Product Information
CHAPTER 2: DOCUMENT AND PRODUCT INFORMATION CHAPTER CONTENTS • 2.1 Product documentation — page 11 • 2.2 Applicable products — page 11 • 2.3 Product overview — page 12 • 2.4 Required additional components — page 12 • 2.5 Parts supplied — RV-3xx series transducers — page 13... -
Page 11: Product Documentation
• 81406 — LightHouse™ 4 advanced operation instructions. • 81370 — LightHouse™ 3 advanced operation instructions. The operation instructions can be downloaded from the Raymarine website: www.raymarine.com/manuals. Please check the website to ensure you have the latest documentation. Document illustrations... -
Page 12: Product Overview
The hull geometry of your vessel determines the most appropriate • Waterproof to IPx6 (surfaces exterior to hull, only), IPx7, IPx8. transducers to use. You should fit transducers whose internal elements are matched to within ±6° of your hull’s deadrise angle, as detailed below: 2.4 Required additional components •... -
Page 13: Parts Supplied - Rv-3Xx Series Transducers
RVX1000 external RealVision™ 3D sonar module (a LightHouse™ 3 or • 1 x Split ring fitting tool LightHouse™ 4 compatible MFD is also required). 3. Plastic hull nut 2. LightHouse™ 3 or LightHouse™ 4 compatible MFD with built in RealVision™ 4. -
Page 14: Additional Parts Supplied
Additional parts supplied The following additional cables are supplied when ordering a split pair set of transducers. Item Description 2 x Locking collar kit, consisting of: • 2 x Split rings (includes a spare) • 1 x O-ring • 1 x Locking collar •... -
Page 15: Chapter 3 Installation
CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION CHAPTER CONTENTS • 3.1 Tools required — page 16 • 3.2 Pre-installation test — page 16 • 3.3 Selecting a location — page 17 • 3.4 Transducer mounting — page 20 Installation... -
Page 16: Tools Required
3.1 Tools required 9. Half round file 10. Marine grade sealant (non-acetate based) The following tools are required to install any of the transducers listed under 11. 68 mm (2 ¾ inch) wrench (spanner) or suitable size adjustable wrench “Applicable products”. (spanner) Note: (1) If the specified size hole cutter is not available, use a slightly smaller size... -
Page 17: Multiple Transducers
8. If you experience difficulties obtaining readings then contact Raymarine® Warning: 2 person installation required Technical Support. To prevent potential product damage, vessel damage and personal injury 2-person installation is recommended. Warning: Transducer operation Only test and operate the transducer in the water. Do NOT Location requirements operate out of water as overheating may occur. - Page 18 2. Inboard (Planing hull) — mount forward of the propeller(s) and shaft(s). – the correct transducer (port or starboard) must be installed in the matching (port or starboard) side of the hull; each transducer in a split 3. Stepped hull (Planing hull) — mount on the first step as far aft as pair has a label on the attached cable, and markings and labels on the possible.
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Page 19: Emc Installation Guidelines
For optimum EMC performance we recommend that wherever possible: ♦ Split pair (“12°” or “20°”) • Raymarine® equipment and cables connected to it are: ♦ Split pair — port, “P” or starboard, “S”) – At least 1 m (3.3 ft) from any equipment transmitting or cables carrying radio signals e.g. -
Page 20: Transducer Mounting
• A = 60.00 mm (2.36 in) Item Dimension • B = 42.00 mm (1.65 in) 96.00 mm (3.80 in) • C = 35.00 mm (1.40 in) Cable length: • D = 80.00 mm (3.15 in) • Single (All-in-one) transducer fitted cable length: 8 m (26.2 ft). -
Page 21: Drilling Holes In The Hull
10. Holding the transducer in place, carefully drill the pilot hole for the Important: anti-rotation bolt (using the anti-rotation hole in the transducer as a guide). If you are installing the transducer using the High speed nose cone accessory (part number: A80702) follow the ‘Transducer mounting’ Drilling anti-rotation bolt hole procedure in the documentation supplied with it. -
Page 22: Fitting The Anti-Rotation Bolt
Fitting the anti-rotation bolt Fitting the transducer Follow the steps below to fit the transducer to your hull. Note: Ensure that a generous amount of marine-grade sealant is used on all mating parts and that the parts are clean and dry before installation to ensure a long lasting watertight seal is achieved. - Page 23 iii. all around and inside the transducer stem and anti-rotation holes on Cable protector fitting and removal the exterior of the hull. 5. Guide the transducer cable through the stem hole in the hull. 6. Guide the transducer stem and anti-rotation bolt up through the holes in the vessel’s hull and support from beneath.
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Page 24: Anti-Fouling
threaded section as close to the top of the nut as possible. The wire 25.Ensure checking for leaks around the transducer is added to your routine should then be tied to prevent it coming loose. vessel maintenance schedule. Locking wire Anti-fouling Where local regulations allow, it is recommended that you coat your transducer using a water-based anti-fouling paint. -
Page 25: Chapter 4 Connections
CHAPTER 4: CONNECTIONS CHAPTER CONTENTS • 4.1 General cabling guidance — page 26 • 4.2 Cable routing — page 26 • 4.3 Attaching the connector locking collar — page 27 • 4.4 Making connections — page 27 Connections... -
Page 26: General Cabling Guidance
• Unless otherwise stated only use cables supplied by Raymarine. • Check that the cable is long enough. If you are installing split-pair • Where it is necessary to use non-Raymarine cables, ensure that they are of transducers, you must use a Y-cable (A80478) along with an extension correct quality and gauge for their intended purpose. -
Page 27: Attaching The Connector Locking Collar
4.3 Attaching the connector locking collar locking collar (labelled ‘A’ in the illustration), are closest to the plug-end of the connector. The supplied cable is provided with a separate locking collar assembly, 2. Slide the split-ring over the end of the connector, then push it towards the cable-end of the connector. - Page 28 2. If your installation comprises split-pair transducers: i. Connect the cable from each transducer to the Y-cable tails (A80478); check the colored labels on the cables to ensure that the transducers are connected to the correct Y-cable tail. ii. Connect an extension cable to the remaining free plug on the Y-cable. RealVision™...
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Page 29: Chapter 5 System Checks And Troubleshooting
CHAPTER 5: SYSTEM CHECKS AND TROUBLESHOOTING CHAPTER CONTENTS • 5.1 RealVision™ AHRS calibration — page 30 • 5.2 Troubleshooting — page 30 System checks and troubleshooting... -
Page 30: 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 31: 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 32 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...
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Page 33: 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: 1. -
Page 34: Chapter 6 Maintenance
CHAPTER 6: MAINTENANCE CHAPTER CONTENTS • 6.1 Routine checks — page 35 • 6.2 Unit cleaning instructions — page 35... -
Page 35: Routine Checks
6.1 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 36 3. Remove any flaking anti-foul paint. 4. Use a soft dry cloth to remove any loose bits of paint. 5. Re-apply a water-based anti-fouling paint.
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Page 37: Chapter 7 Technical Support
CHAPTER 7: TECHNICAL SUPPORT CHAPTER CONTENTS • 7.1 Raymarine product support and servicing — page 38 • 7.2 Learning resources — page 39 Technical support... -
Page 38: 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 39: Viewing Product Information
7.2 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 40: Chapter 8 Technical Specification
CHAPTER 8: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION CHAPTER CONTENTS • 8.1 Technical specification — page 41... -
Page 41: Technical Specification
8.1 Technical specification RealVision™ 3D sonar specification The following specification only applies to RealVision™ 3D products. Physical specification Specification Specification Sonar channels: • RealVision™ 3D (70 W / 350 kHz ± 5%) Overall dimensions: • Length: 310.50 mm (12.22 in) (Output power •... -
Page 42: Conformance Specification
Conformance specification Specification Standards: • EN 60945:2002 • IEC 28846:1993 • EMC Directive 2014/30/EU • Australia and New Zealand: C-Tick, Compliance Level 2... -
Page 43: Chapter 9 Spares And Accessories
CHAPTER 9: SPARES AND ACCESSORIES CHAPTER CONTENTS • 9.1 Spares — page 44 • 9.2 Accessories — page 44 Spares and accessories... -
Page 44: Spares
9.1 Spares • R70615 — RealVision™ 3D 25–pin locking collar kit. 9.2 Accessories • A80702 — RealVision™ 3D Thru-hull Transducer High Speed Nose Cone • A80515 — RealVision™ 3D Transducer right-angled adapter cable 400 mm (15.7 in.) • A80475 — RealVision™ 3D Transducer extension cable 3 m (11.8 ft.) •... - Page 47 Index Electromagnetic Compatibility..............19 EMC, See Electromagnetic Compatibility Extension cable ..................14 Accessories ..................... 44 Anti-fouling ..................24, 35 Anti-fouling paint ..................24 Anti-rotation bolt cap................22 Anti–rotation bolt................21–22 Hull nut ....................23 Cable Installation Protection .................... 26 Multiple transducers ................17 Strain relief...................
- Page 48 WEEE Directive..................8 Weight ...................... 41 Parts supplied, RV-3xx................13 Product information ................. 39 Product overview..................12 Product recycling (WEEE) ................8 Y-cable ..................... 14 Product support..................38 RealVision™ 3D transducers...............11 Routine checks ..................35 Service Center..................38 Servicing....................7 Sonar range....................41 Spares .....................
- Page 50 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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