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Raymarine helps achieve Fantasy Slam off the African coast
October 2005 ~ Off the East African coast a 36 foot sport fishing boat, skippered by British born Mark Allen, has made game fishing history by achieving a Fantasy Slam, a term used to describe the extraordinary feat of catching all five available species of billfish in one 24 hour tournament.
Where a Grand Slam means hooking three types of billfish, and a Super Grand Slam is used to describe catching four different types, a Fantasy Slam catching all five available billfish species in one 24-hour period ensures a place in the history books for Mark Allen and his crew. The three types of marlin - blue, black and striped and the broadbill swordfish and sailfish are known as the Big Five and can only be caught in certain areas in the Indian and Pacific Oceans. Mark Allen
achieved this extraordinary feat earlier this year, in a competition run by Hemingways Resort at Watamu, some 150 kms from Mombasa on the Kenya North Coast.
In a country where game fishing is becoming increasingly popular with European and Russian tourists, Mark Allen and his crew on board Simba are well known for their ability to find the best fishing grounds, and navigate safely through unmarked reefs. Mark explains that much of this skill is thanks to the sophisticated Raymarine electronics and navigation equipment he has on board.
2/Raymarine helps achieve fantasy slam of the African coast
Mark Allen recently fitted Simba with Raymarines C120 multifunction display, which provides radar, chartplotting and fishfinder facilities in a single unit. It is integrated with the Raymarine HD Digital DSM echosounder module. Easy to install, he says the investment in new kit has paid dividends. The high quality digital image produced from the echosounder has enabled him to see underwater contours right down to 3,000 feet and this clarity of vision is key to his success finding swordfish. Swordfish are night feeders, and stay close to the cliff-like underwater contours, where the ocean currents push nutrients to the surface, providing fertile feeding grounds for the swordfish. Mark uses the C120 split screen to monitor the depth contour changes, and create fishing patterns in a set area.
He explains, The information available and ease of use takes away the worry of navigating while fishing. I simply set up a fishing pattern and then I can concentrate on fishing, getting the right bait and lures, rather than worrying about where we are and how to get back there again. Navigating off the African coast is a challenge, Mark explains. Before I had the C120 on board, I used to look at the stars to steer a straight line. Now Ive got all the position information on view, I put up a grid from a waypoint and follow that. His charter customers also like the simple, easy to understand presentation, coupled with the extraordinary clarity from the HD Digital technology which means they can see the individual fish, the underwater contours as well as the electronic chart data and coastline details. We have very good charts for this area, as well the ones for the rest of the world, and Ive even used the C120 to zoom into their local areas back home to show them the detailed data available, Mark explains. They leave here amazed by the technology available.
3/Raymarine helps achieve fantasy slam of the African coast
Simba is often chartered for five-day excursions, with the guests spending the nights at a variety of hotels along the coast. This presented another challenge for Mark, the hotels situated inside reefs and rocky outcrops without any navigation aids to assist boats coming ashore. Mark explained that the usual method is to rely on local boats coming out from the hotels to then show them the way in. Now I simply store the track in the C120 as I follow them in, and then I have it recorded for future use. The navigational accuracy is absolutely vital, as I rely entirely on it for safety as I head inshore. With the African night falling suddenly, we are usually coming ashore in the dark, and it really is pitch black out here. With the big game fishing season taking place from October to Mid March, Mark Allen and his crew on Simba will be on charter for around 120 days each year. The 36 foot Cabo flybridge, designed in America and built in 1996, will spend up to 10 hours each day at sea, covering some 100 nautical miles in that time, and travelling up to 50 miles offshore to get to the North Kenya Banks. Mark concludes, We can cover 300-400 nautical miles on big trips, up to 50 miles offshore, so the accuracy and reliability of my navigation kit on board is paramount. Having quick and easy access to positional data, routes, waypoints, coupled with the high clarity digital images produced by the HD Digital DSM echosounder on the C120 display, has taken away the worry of navigating, and allows me to enjoy what I do best, catching fish. For further information contact Emma Sims, Raymarine Marketing Co-ordinator, at +44 (0)3611 Ext. 1395 or emma.sims@raymarine.com; or Alice Driscoll at ADPR, Tel +44 (0)or Fax +44 (0)or by email at alice.driscoll@adpr.co.uk

This text and photograph can be downloaded from www.adpr.co.uk For high res product images: Please contact Emma Sims at Raymarine (3611 x1395 emma.sims@raymarine.com) for a password to Raymarines Asset Management System (AMS). This provides access to all Raymarine images and product data.

October 2005 (RM266)

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C-Series Display Installation Manual
Document Number: 87020-3 Date: March 2006
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Trademarks and registered trademarks
Autohelm, HSB, Raymarine, RayTech, RayTech Navigator, Sail Pilot, SeaTalk and Sportpilot are registered trademarks of Raymarine Limited. Apelco is a registered trademark of Raymarine Holdings Limited (Registered in all major marketing territories). AST, Autoadapt, Auto GST, Autoseastate, Autotrim, Bidata, Marine Intelligence, Maxiview, On Board, Raychart, Raynav, Raypilot, Raystar, ST40, ST60, Seaclutter, Smart Route, Tridata and Waypoint Navigation are trademarks of Raymarine Limited. Navionics is a registered trademark of Navionics Company, Italy. All other product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
Copyright: Raymarine 2006

Important Information

Intended use
This handbook provides information and instructions to assist in planning and installing your Raymarine C-Series Display, together with information that will be useful when you are connecting the C-Series Display to other equipment. In order to obtain the best results in operation and performance, please read this handbook thoroughly.

Safety notices

WARNING:Navigation aid This product is intended to be used as an aid to navigation. Its accuracy can be affected by many factors, including equipment failure or defect, environmental conditions and incorrect handling or use. It is the Users responsibility to exercise common prudence and navigational judgement. This device should not be relied upon as a substitute for such prudence and judgement. WARNING:Product installation This equipment must be installed in accordance with the instructions in this handbook. Failure to do so could result in poor product performance, personal injury and/or damage to the vessel. WARNING:Electrical safety Make sure the power supply is switched off before making any electrical connections. WARNING:Electromagnetic energy The radar scanner transmits electromagnetic energy. Ensure that the scanner has been installed according to the recommendations given in the relevant scanner handbook. WARNING:Fishfinder sounder module Removing the transducer cable from the rear of the fishfinder sounder module whilst it is switched on can cause sparks. Only remove the transducer cable after power has been switched off. Ensure that the sounder module is mounted where it is well ventilated and in an area free from flammable vapors.
C-Series Displays Installation Manual
CAUTION: Radar Scanners, Cables & Installation Information on radar scanners, cables and their installation contained in this handbook supersedes that contained in the Pathfinder Radar Scanner Handbook, Document No. 81154_8, dated 12th January 2005. CAUTION: Bezel Installation After installing the front bezel, check that all buttons and softkeys have passed through the bezel completely and are free to operate correctly. CAUTION: Global Positioning System Antenna Do not connect or disconnect the GPS antenna from the display unit whilst power is switched on. Doing this may result in irreparable damage CAUTION: Water Ingress To prevent the ingress of water and damage to the display, ensure that the chart card door is firmly closed. This can be confirmed by an audible click. CAUTION: Connections into the display Ensure power is switched off prior to connecting or removing any cables into the rear of the display. Failure to do so can cause irreparable damage. CAUTION: CompactFlash Card Installation When installing CompactFlash cards ensure that the card is being fitted the correct way round. DO NOT try and force the card into position as this may result in irreparable damage to the card. CAUTION: CompactFlash Cards Removing the CompactFlash card whilst information is being written to it may cause damage to the card and loss of all data. A warning on the display indicates when writing is in progress. CAUTION: Chart and CompactFlash card damage DO NOT use a metallic instrument such as a screwdriver or pliers to help you remove a card, as doing this can cause irreparable damage to the card and/or display unit.

EMC Conformance

2.1 Introduction

This chapter provides an overview of system integration, you may find that your system does not use all the protocols or contain all the instrumentation that is described in it. However it is hoped that the information supplied will help in your understanding of how systems can be integrated and used successfully.
2.2 What is System Integration?
System integration enables various instruments and displays to communicate with each other and use the collected data to increase the functionality of the system. This data exchange is only possible if the data gathering is accurate, and transfer between instruments is fast and accurate. Fast and accurate data transfer is achieved by using a combination of the following data protocols: SeaTalk. SeaTalk2. National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA)0183. NMEA 2000.

What is SeaTalk?

SeaTalk
The SeaTalk protocol enables compatible instruments to be connected by a single cable carrying power (12 volts, 150 mA) and data in/out, without a central processor. Additional instruments and functions can be added to a SeaTalk system, simply by plugging them into the network. SeaTalk equipment can also communicate with other non-SeaTalk equipment via the NMEA 0183 standard, provided a suitable interface is used.

SeaTalk2

SeaTalk2 is an enhanced replacement for SeaTalk and is a proprietary extension to NMEA 2000 and the proven CAN bus technology. It enables other Raymarine SeaTalk2 devices to talk to each other, whilst maintaining near transparent NMEA 2000 compatibility.
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What is NMEA?

NMEA 0183
The NMEA 0183 Data Interface Standard was developed by the National Marine Electronics Association of America. It is an international standard to enable equipment from many different manufacturers to be connected together and share information. The NMEA 0183 standard carries similar information to SeaTalk. However it has the important difference in that one cable will only carry information in one direction. For this reason NMEA 0183 is generally used to connect a data receiver and a transmitter together, e.g. a compass sensor transmitting heading to a radar display. This information is passed in sentences, each of which has a three-letter sentence identifier. It is therefore important when checking compatibility between items that the same sentence identifiers are used: VTG - carries Course and Speed Over Ground data. GLL - carries latitude and longitude. DBT - carries water depth. MWV - carries relative wind angle and wind speed data.

NMEA 2000

NMEA 2000 offers significant improvements over NMEA 0183, most notably in speed and connectivity. Up to 50 units can simultaneously transmit and receive on a single physical bus at any one time, with each node being physically addressable. The standard was specifically intended to allow for a whole network of marine electronics from any manufacturer to communicate on a common bus via standardized message types and formats.

2.3 Compatibility

Radar Scanners
CAUTION: Radar Scanners, Cables & Installation Information on radar scanners, cables and their installation contained in this handbook supersedes that contained in the Pathfinder Radar Scanner Handbook, Document No. 81154_8, dated 12th January 2005. To achieve full radar compatibility with your C-Series Display, your Raymarine radar scanner may require upgrading. Please check the list below to see if this upgrade is required. The scanner serial number can be found on a label attached to the scanner casing:
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Scanner type/model 2Kw Radome - Pathfinder 2Kw Radome - RD218 4Kw Radome - Pathfinder 4Kw Radome - RD424 4Kw Open Array 10Kw Open Array
Serial Number 1220000 and below 1220001 - and above All 1220000 and below 1222001 - and above All 1030000 and below 1030001 - and above 0430000 and below 0430001 and above
Compatibility Not compatible Upgrade required Fully compatible Fully compatible Not compatible Upgrade required Fully compatible Fully compatible Not compatible Upgrade required Fully compatible Not compatible Fully compatible
The Open Array system will also require a split pedestal cable. If your radar scanner requires upgrading, please contact your local Raymarine dealer for full information.

Digital Sounder Module

Important: Your Digital Sounder Module (DSM) should be C-Series compliant as indicated on the packaging. If your DSM requires upgrading you will need to obtain a suitable accessory kit, Part No: E05014 from your local Raymarine dealer.

Engines

For up-to-date information relating to compatible engines together with installation information, please refer to our website.

Media storage cards

Navionics Chart cards

function, this receiver is necessary if AIS functionality is required within radar and chart.
In particular, position, heading and speed data are required for the following functions: Orientation - requires heading data derived from a suitable compass, for the radar to operate in North Up or Course Up mode and the chart to operate in Course Up and Head Up modes. Man Overboard (MOB) - requires heading and speed data. Alternatively, use speed over ground (SOG) and course over ground (COG) derived from the same source as position data (GPS). Mini Automatic Radar Plotting Aid (MARPA) and radar/chart overlay functions - requires accurate heading data. MARPA functionality is provided if SOG and COG are also available. Increased accuracy will be obtained by using fast heading data from a suitable compass, Smart heading sensor or compatible Raymarine autopilot.
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2.5 How is the C-Series display integrated?
The diagrams that follow show some suggested set ups. These are not however the only possible combinations.

SeaTalk system

Radome

C-Series Display

PAGE ACTIVE WPTS/ MOB DATA MENU

Alpha-numeric keypad

Power IN SeaTalk DSM 250 or 300 SeaTalk

Power IN 12v or 24v

Power IN

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In this system: C-Series powers SeaTalk for an alpha numeric keypad and RS120. The DSM has a dedicated cable supplied with the unit and does not require a terminator at the C-Series end.
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Integrated system1

Open Array Wind Transducer AIS receiver or Navtex receiver GPS

VHF/DSC Radio

RAY240
Power IN (12v or 24v) Radar

MENU CH 16/9 WX SCAN SQ

Wind display

Depth display

Speed display

RS232 Interface box

NMEA 0183 SeaTalk
DSM 250 or 300 Power IN Power IN Power IN

DSM Power IN

Depth Transducer

Speed Transducer

Transducer

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Note: If you select the depth data box it will show SeaTalk transducer depth.
In this system: SeaTalk is powered independently. SeaTalk bus must remain powered when C-Series is off so that the radio continues to receive GPS data. Open arrays must be powered using the split cable. AIS or Navtex receiver connected via NMEA 0183 cable
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Integrated system 2

Wind Transducer Open Array: 4 ft, 4kW - 12v/24v 6 ft, 10kW - 24v
GPS VHF/DSC Radio RS232 Interface box
MENU CH 16/9 HI/LO WX SCAN SQ WATCH
Power IN (12v or 24v) RS232 C120 Wind display Depth display Speed display

Base Transceiver Unit

DSM 250 or 300 DSM

Fast Heading Sensor

Compass

SeaTalk Power IN

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In this system: PC displays instrument information including route and waypoint details. Smart heading sensor provides fast heading data for MARPA and radar overlay. Autopilot provides power for SeaTalk.
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Integrated system 3

In this system the course computer with rate gyro will provide fast heading for radar overlay and MARPA.
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Chapter 3: Installation

CAUTION: Preparation Please ensure that you have read Preparation for Installation before proceeding. CAUTION: Radar Scanners, Cables & Installation Information on radar scanners, cables and their installation contained in this handbook supersedes that contained in the Pathfinder Radar Scanner Handbook, Document No. 81154_8, dated 12th January 2005.

3.1 Introduction

This chapter provides instructions for installing your C-Series Display. You may find that your system does not use all the protocols or contain all of the instrumentation that is described.

3.2 Mounting the display

CAUTION: Mounting 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 both mounting and cabling. The display is waterproof to CFR 46 and can be installed either above or below deck using either the trunnion bracket or by flush mounting it in a suitable position. Whichever option is chosen for installation, it is recommended that the external rear trim is fitted. This has been designed to give additional strength to the unit.

Trunnion mount

The display unit can be fitted on a dash, chart table, bulkhead or deckhead, using the trunnion bracket: You should fit the mounting bracket as follows: 1. Mark the location of the mounting bracket screw holes on the chosen mounting surface. 2. Drill pilot holes for the screws using a suitable drill, taking care that there are no cables or anything that may be damaged behind the surface. 3. Use the screws supplied to attach the mounting bracket securely. 4. Fit the trim ring to the rear of the display using the M4 bolts supplied. 5. Attach the display unit to the mounting bracket.
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6. Locate the bezel over the front of the display. See Attaching the front bezel on page 24. 7. Check that the buttons have passed through the bezel and are free to operate. It is suggested that you use your thumb or forefinger in a circular motion to do this. 8. Adjust the unit to the required angle for clear vision, and tighten the trunnion knobs.

Flush mount

Your display can be flush mounted on the console as follows: 1. Check the selected location for the unit. A clear, flat area with suitable clearance behind the panel, is required. 2. Fix the appropriate template - C70, C80 or C120, supplied in the document wallet, to the selected location, using masking or self-adhesive tape.
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3. Using a suitable hole saw (the size is indicated on the template), make a pilot hole in each corner of the cut-out area.

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4. Using a suitable saw, cut along the inside edge of the cut-out line. 5. Ensure that the unit fits into the removed area and then file around the cut edge until smooth. 6. Remove the mounting bracket knobs and the mounting bracket from the display unit. 7. Drill four 4.5 mm holes as indicated on the template to accept the securing bolts. 8. Place trim ring into the cut-out, ready for securing the unit. 9. Place the gasket onto the display unit and press firmly onto the flange. 10. Connect the DC power cable, scanner cable, SeaTalk and Fishfinder connector cables to the display, avoiding tight bends. 11. Slide the unit into the console and secure using the trim ring and suitable length bolts (see table below) 12. Locate the bezel over the front of the display (see page 24).

Connecting cables

You will need to install and connect the following cables to ensure that your display functions correctly: SeaTalk cable (if SeaTalk system connected). NMEA cable (if third party equipment, NMEA multiplexer, fast heading sensor, RS232 interface or course computer fitted). SeaTalk2 cable (if Sea Talk2 system connected). Radar cable (not supplied). Power cable. The cable connections are located on the back of the unit. If a trunnion bracket is being used, all cables can be connected prior to mounting the unit. Please read the details relating to each cable before connecting them.
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C-Series cable connections
SeaTalk2 Seatalk/Alarm out (2m) Digital Sounder Module (DSM)

SEATALK 2

SEATALK

Power (1.5m)

POWER RADAR NMEA

IN / OUT

Supplied

Not supplied/accessory

Using cable splicers
The cable splicers are used to make the connections from the SeaTalk/Alarm out and NMEA 0183 cables easy and secure, without removing insulation from cable tails.
Note: Do not use cable splicers on any cables other than SeaTalk/Alarm out and NMEA 0183.

To use these connectors:

cable splicer

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NMEA (1.5m)

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1. Place the wires to be joined into the connectors, ensuring correct polarity and that the wires are pushed fully home. 2. Using a pair of pliers, crimp the connector bulb together. 3. Check that a secure connection has been made. 4. Ensure that the cables are secured in a suitable position to prevent the join being placed under strain.

Power cable (R08003)

The C-Series Display is intended for use on boats DC power systems rated at 12v or 24v. The power connection should be made at either the output of the battery isolating switch, or at a DC power distribution panel. Raymarine recommends that power is fed directly to the display and scanner via its own dedicated cable system and MUST be protected by a thermal circuit breaker or fuse, installed close to the power connection. This cable is supplied prepared for connecting to your boats DC power supply, with the cable is supplied with a length of screen exposed before the positive and negative wire tails.This screen should be clamped to your boats earth/ground with the saddle clamp, as shown below:

Step 1 Slide towards tails
Pre-cut line Step 2 Attach to ship's ground

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Extension cable If an extension power cable is required, please note the following: The wire gauge used may be affected by the scanner type. To minimize voltage drops, use large gauge cable. Use the supplied power cable to connect to the display unit. Then use a suitable connector block to connect the free end to the extension cable, taking particular care to ensure the correct polarity. The supplied power cable has a cross section of 10 mm.
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Fuse, circuit breaker and switch ratings
Radar scanner? Device with fuse No Yes with isolator switch with thermal circuit breaker Rating 6.3 amp anti-surge fuse 10amp 5 amp
Refer to the fuse notification in the scanner handbook.

SeaTalk cable

The SeaTalk cable is supplied with stripped tails. These should be connected to your existing equipment using either the cable splicers supplied or by using a standard screw terminal block.

Yellow (+12V)

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Drain (Screen)

Red (+12V)

NMEA 0183 cable

The NMEA input cable is supplied with exposed wire connecting tails.These should be connected to your existing NMEA instruments using suitable connector blocks as follows:
NMEA Output (-ve) common Not connected

NMEA Input (-ve) common

Screen White Yellow

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NMEA Input (+ve)

NMEA Output (+ve)

SeaTalk2 (not supplied)
Use this cable to connect to third party equipment or SeaTalk2 instruments.
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Fishfinder cable

The fishfinder cable is supplied with your Digital Sounder Module (DSM). This cable should be run and connected to the rear of the display.

DSM 250

A terminator must be fitted to the cable at the DSM 250: 10m cable - E05016 3m cable - E65009

Length - 3m or 10m

In-line terminator

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DSM 300
No terminator is required for connection to a DSM 300: 3m cable - E65010 (supplied with the DSM 300) 10m cable - E65011 (accessory)
Radar cable (not supplied)
Having ensured that the radar scanner you are using is compatible with the C-Series Display (see page page 13), the cable should be connected as follows:

Connecting a radome

If you are using a radome this can be powered through the display.Run your cable and connect it to the radome and the display.

Display

Boats DC Power Supply

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Note: In this configuration significant current passes through the power cable. Any extension
should be as short as possible using a large wire gauge.
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If the existing cable is too short, please order from the following:
Part No. E55065 E55066 E55067 E55068 Cable length 15m 25m 10m 15m Weight Heavy Heavy Light Light Radome power output 2Kw or 4 Kw 2Kw or 4 Kw 2kw 2kw
Radome inter-unit cable for use with the C Series display To display or extension (power supplied via display unit) To Radome Scanner

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Connecting to an open array
If you are using an open array, this cannot be powered through the display. You will need to purchase a split pedestal cable or open array package and connect the array and display as shown:.for new installations

Open Array

Split pedestal cable (15 or 25 metres)
Power to open array Note: The power supply for both the display and the open array must be of the same voltage and from a common supply source e.g the same battery or power breaker.

Power to display

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Connect to C-Series display Red (12/24V) Black (0V) Green (ground) Connect to boat's DC power supply Cable splitter Connect to open array scanner cable

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The split pedestal cables are available from your local Raymarine dealer as follows:
Part No E05017 E05018 E05019 Description 25m Split pedestal cable 15m Split pedestal cable Pedestal adaptor cable
. to replace a Raymarine Pathfinder Display
Part No E55063 E55064 Description 15m Split pedestal cable 25m Split pedestal cable
Pedestal adaptor cable (2.5 metres)

Power to open array

Power to display Note: The power supply for both the display and the open array must be of the same voltage (using a convertor if necessary) and from a common supply source e.g. the same battery or power breaker.

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Split pedestal cable

To Open Array Scanner

To display

To power

3. Use the trackpad to select the required page set and then press OK. You are now ready to test that your system is receiving the necessary data to run all the required applications.

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4.4 Tests and checks

Test and align the radar
Your C-Series display is part of an integrated system. Raymarine strongly advise that you test and align the radar before connecting to other systems. To test and align the radar you must first select a radar application. With the Select Page Set screen displayed (see previous section): 1. Press OK to select the highlighted page set. 2. Press PAGE. The currently selected page set is represented on the soft keys. 3. Press the corresponding soft key to display a full window radar application. 4. The scanner warm-up countdown commences. This takes 70 seconds (approx). Note: If your scanner is incompatible, a message is displayed. If this is the case, you will be unable to proceed further with testing and aligning the radar. Refer to Important Information - Radar Scanners at the front of this handbook.

Radar transmission check

With a radar application active, check the transmission to the scanner as follows: 1. Press the RANGE button and ensure that the radar range adjusts accordingly. 2. Check that all the following information is displayed: In the status bar - the range, orientation, motion mode and range ring spacing In the data bar - a turning radar status icon and vessel position data.
Range Orientation Motion mode Range ring Radar status icon spacing

Data bar Status bar

3nm Head-Up Relative Motion Rings nm

Ship's heading marker

Boat's position Range ring

VRM/EBL

PRESENTATION

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TARGET TRACKING

TARGETS DISPLAY

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Radar alignment checks

Checking the GPS

The GPS is used to position your boat on the chart. You can set up your Global Positioning System (GPS) and check its status using the GPS status icons and the GPS Status page of the Setup menu. To access the GPS Status page: 1. Press MENU. The Setup menu is displayed. 2. Highlight and then select GPS Status. The GPS Status dialog box is displayed e.g.

00001.0

SD-FIX

122 HDOP

FIX STATUS
SATELLITE DIFFERENTIAL WGS 1984

DIFF GPS ON OFF

DIFF SET UP

OTHER SET UP

RESTART GPS

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This screen provides, for each tracked satellite, the satellite number, a graphical signal strength bar, status, azimuth angle and its elevation angle from your vessel. The sky view graphic shows the position of these satellites. Positional accuracy is dependent upon these parameters; in particular, the azimuth and elevation angles are used in a triangulation process to calculate your position. Horizontal Dilution of Position (HDOP) is a measure of this accuracy; a higher figure signifies a greater positional error. In ideal circumstances, the figure should be in the region of 1.0. When a connection has been successfully made, the GPS status icon in the top right-hand corner of the screen reads FIX. If NO FIX is displayed, please refer to the Troubleshooting section on page 45.
The option to select differential or satellite differential fix is dependent upon the capabilities of the attached GPS. If your boat is equipped with a Raymarine GPS, the Differential GPS can be switched on or off using the appropriate soft key.

Checking heading data

If your display is connected to a compass, autopilot or fast heading sensor, your boats heading will be displayed in the data bar. If heading data is not available your display can use COG data. This will however affect the operation of the following functions: overlay a radar image over your chart. orientate a radar image north-up. MARPA. To linearize (swing) your compass proceed as follows: 1. Press MENU. 2. Select the Compass Setup sub-menu. 3. Press LINEARIZE COMPASS and follow the instructions displayed on screen. When instructed to align heading, press the ALIGN HEADING soft key and then turn the rotary control one click at a time to fine tune the heading.
Checking the Chart application
For full functionality of chart applications, you need to ensure that position data is available at the display via SeaTalk, NMEA, SeaTalk2. To use your chart as a navigation aid you will need a CompactFlash card (see page 13) with the appropriate level of detail for the geographic area that you wish to navigate. Proceed as follows: 1. Without a chart card installed, press PAGE. 2. Select a full window chart application by pressing the associated key.

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Display timing

The display timing can be affected by the length of cable used to connect the scanner to your C-Series display. This will in turn affect the short range accuracy of the radar. A symptom of incorrect timing is that bridges or piers shown on the picture appear to be bowed i.e.

Own ship

Timing early

Timing late

Normal

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To check the display timing: 1. Use the RANGE button to select the 1/8 nm scale. 2. On the radar picture locate a straight dock, seawall or bridge that is facing your boat. If the image is bent or bowed, the display timing will need adjustment Under certain circumstances, it may be easier to adjust the display timing with Main Bang Suppression (MBS) OFF.
Note: MBS is reset to ON automatically when you finish adjusting the display timing.
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Chapter 5: Troubleshooting

Introduction

This chapter provides information on troubleshooting your Raymarine C-Series Display at installation, and how to get assistance from Raymarine.
5.1 How can I troubleshoot my Display?
All Raymarine products are, prior to packing and shipping, subjected to comprehensive test and quality assurance programs. However, if you cannot successfully instal your Display unit, this section will help you to identify the most likely cause and show the corrective action required. If, after referring to this section, you are still having problems with your Display, contact your local dealer, national distributor or Raymarine Technical Services Department for further advice. Always quote the product serial numbers which are printed on the back of each unit. Installation problem Solution
Display does not power up Check power supply cable is sound and that all connections are tight and free from corrosion. Check relevant fuses. Check power source is of the correct voltage and sufficient current. My display switches off Check power input connection is secure at the rear of the Display(s). Check power cable for damage or corrosion. Check your boats power supply for faulty connections or insufficient cable diameter. How do I upgrade my Display software? Visit www.raymarine.com and click on Support to download the latest software. Follow the instructions included with these downloads. How do I reset my display? Via the system setup menu. For details refer to your reference manual (page 194). Display very dull/hard to view Check PALETTE set to DAY (see page 16 of the Reference Manual). Check backlight level (see page 16). No fix displayed against GPS status icon Check GPS status (see). Check the GPS antenna has a clear view of the sky. Check connections/operation of the GPS antenna. No instrument navigational data displayed Check instruments are operating correctly. Check SeaTalk/NMEA correctly connected to Display (see System Integration chapter of the Installation Guide). Check all SeaTalk/NMEA cables are free from damage and corrosion.

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5.2 Technical Support

Raymarine provides a comprehensive customer support service, on the world wide web, through our worldwide dealer network and by telephone help line. If you are unable to resolve a problem, please use any of these facilities to obtain additional help.

World wide web

Please visit the Customer Support area of our website at: www.raymarine.com/ support For fastest support - 24 hours a day, seven days a week; go to the Frequently Asked Questions section. Most questions are answered here. The website will also give you servicing information, e-mail access to the Raymarine Technical Support Department and details of the locations of Raymarine agents, worldwide. If you dont have access to the world wide web, contact Technical Support where specialists are available to answer questions about installing, operating and troubleshooting all Raymarine products.

Help us to help you

When requesting service, please quote the following product information: Equipment type. Model number. Serial number. Software issue number To access this information: 1. Press MENU. 2. Highlight and select System Diagnostics. 3. Highlight and select Software Services. 4. Highlight and select Unit Info: Software Details screen is displayed giving full details of your particular unit together with its software.
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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. However, if your dealer does not have the item you want, contact Raymarine Technical Services at: 1-800-539-5539 extension 2333, or (603) - 881 - 5200 You can use these numbers Monday through Friday 0815to 1700 Eastern Standard Time or Eastern Daylight Savings Time. If you are not sure which item is appropriate for your unit, you should first contact the Technical Support Department at: 1-800-539-5539 extension 2444, or (603)-881 -5200 to verify your requirements.
Product repair and service
In the unlikely event that your Raymarine unit should develop a problem, contact your authorized Raymarine dealer for assistance. The dealer is best equipped to handle your service requirements and can offer timesaving help in getting your equipment back into normal operation. If repairs cannot be obtained conveniently, obtain product service by returning the unit to: Raymarine Product Repair Center 21 Manchester Street, Merrimack NH 03054-4801 The Product Repair Center is open Monday through Friday 0815 to 1700 Eastern Standard Time or Eastern Daylight Savings Time.