Raymarine Raydata Installation And Operating Handbook

RAYDATA Installation and Operation Handbook

RayData

Installation and Operation Handbook

IMPORTANT NOTICE

This device is only an aid to navigation. Its accuracy can be

affected by many factors, including equipment failure or defects,

environmental conditions and improper handling or use.

It is the user’s responsibility to exercise common prudence and

navigational judgement, and this device should not be relied upon

as a substitute for such prudence and judgement.

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RAYMARINE products are supported by a network of Authorized

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UNITED STATES

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EUROPE

To the best of our knowledge, the technical and graphical information

contained in this handbook was correct when it went to press. However,

the Raymarine policy of continuous improvement and updating may

change product specifications without prior notice. Therefore,

unavoidable differences may occur, between the product and the

handbook, from time to time, for which liability cannot be accepted by

Raymarine.

SeaTalk and RayData are trademarks of Raymarine.

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Preface i

Preface

Congratulations on the purchase of your RayData™ multi-function

instrument from Raymarine.

This handbook contains very important information on the installation

and operation of your new equipment. In order to get the best results in

operation and performance, please read this handbook thoroughly.

How this Handbook is Organised

This handbook is divided into the following chapters:

Chapter 1: Introduces the RayData, its features and its use, either

stand-alone or as part of a larger system.

Chapter 2: Provides instructions for installing the RayData.

Chapter 3: Explains how to start using the RayData, including

instructions for turning it on, interpreting and changing the data displays,

changing the lighting, and sending/receiving a man overboard warning.

Chapter 4: Provides instructions for setting up the RayData defaults,

such as the numerical units used, to suit your prefences. It also explains

how to calibrate your speed transducer to obtain an accurate speed

display.

Chapter 5: Explains how to set up alarm threshold values, and how to

deal with alarm conditions.

Chapter 6: Provides detailed reference information on each of the

display pages, including depth, temperature, speed, log and navigation

displays.

Chapter 7: Provides information to help you to resolve any problems

you may encounter when using your RayData.

Appendix A: Provides details of the functions of all the RayData key

presses.

Appendix B: Lists the data sources that may be used by the RayData,

and their priorities.

Appendix C: Lists the system specifications.

A glossary, index and the warranty registration card are included at the

end of the handbook, and a mounting template is attached just inside

the rear cover.

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Recommended Use

When you first receive your RayData, you should read Chapters 1 and 2,

and install the equipment. Then read Chapter 3, and familiarise yourself

with the basic operation of the RayData. You may wish to refer to the

RayData Quick Reference Card and to Chapter 6 for more details about

some displays.

When you are happy using the RayData, read Chapters 4 and 5, decide

how you wish to set up your defaults and alarms, and follow the

instructions in those chapters to make your changes. Chapter 4 also

explains how to calibrate the speed so that you obtain an accurate

reading for your vessel.

If you experience any difficulties with your RayData, refer to Chapter 7.

Conventions

Throughout this handbook, the keys are shown in bold capitals: for

example, SPEED.

Terms in bold type are included in the glossary.

Warranty

To verify your RayData ownership, please take a few minutes to fill out

the warranty registration card found at the end of this handbook. It is

very important that you complete the owner information and return the

card to the factory in order to receive full warranty benefits.

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Contents

Chapter 1: Introduction ......................................................1

1.1 Overview........................................................................... 1

1.2 Standard Displays and Facilities ......................................... 2

Data Displayed.................................................................. 2

Facilities ............................................................................ 2

1.3 Additional Displays and Facilities ........................................ 2

Data Displayed.................................................................. 3

Facilities ............................................................................ 3

Data Sent.......................................................................... 4

Chapter 2: Installation ........................................................5

2.1 Introduction ....................................................................... 5

2.2 EMC Installation and Service Guidelines............................. 6

IMPORTANT NOTE .......................................................... 6

Installation......................................................................... 6

Check Before Going to Sea................................................ 7

Servicing and Safety.......................................................... 7

2.3 Packing List....................................................................... 7

2.4 Installing the Depth and Speed Transducers ....................... 8

Transducer Type ............................................................... 8

Installing the Speed Transducer (Through Hull)................... 9

Siting of Depth Transducer (Standard Through Hull).......... 10

2.5 Transducer Cabling ......................................................... 10

2.6 Mounting the RayData ..................................................... 11

Panel Mounting ............................................................... 11

Trunnion Mounting .......................................................... 12

2.7 RayData Connections...................................................... 13

Stand-Alone System........................................................ 13

Larger System................................................................. 14

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Chapter 3: Getting Started ...............................................17

3.1 Introduction ..................................................................... 17

3.2 Using the Keys ................................................................ 18

3.3 Turning the RayData On and Off ...................................... 18

3.4 The Display ..................................................................... 19

Data Value ...................................................................... 19

Text Description .............................................................. 19

Trend Arrow .................................................................... 20

Additional Information ...................................................... 20

3.5 Changing the Information Displayed ................................. 20

3.6 Changing the Lighting...................................................... 22

3.7 Using the Locked Heading Facility .................................... 23

3.8 Man Overboard (MOB) .................................................... 24

Sending an MOB Warning ............................................... 24

Cancelling an MOB Warning ............................................ 25

3.9 Key Functions ................................................................. 25

Chapter 4: Setup and Calibration ....................................27

4.1 Introduction ..................................................................... 27

4.2 Using the Setup Pages .................................................... 28

4.3 Setup Options ................................................................. 28

Depth Offset.................................................................... 30

Sounder Control .............................................................. 31

Response Level .............................................................. 31

Mode .............................................................................. 31

4.4 Speed Calibration ............................................................ 31

Automatic Calibration....................................................... 32

Manual Calibration........................................................... 33

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Chapter 5: Alarms .............................................................35

5.1 Introduction ..................................................................... 35

5.2 Setting Alarms ................................................................. 36

Turning Alarms On and Off............................................... 37

Adjusting the Shallow Alarm Limit ..................................... 37

Adjusting the Deep Alarm Limit......................................... 39

Adjusting the Anchor and Temperature Alarm Limits ......... 40

5.3 Handling Alarms .............................................................. 41

Alarm Notification ............................................................ 41

Dealing with an Alarm ...................................................... 42

Chapter 6: The Display Pages .........................................43

6.1 Introduction ..................................................................... 43

6.2 The Depth Chapter .......................................................... 44

Main Depth ..................................................................... 44

Minimum Depth .......................................................... 46

Shallow Alarm............................................................. 46

Deep Alarm ................................................................ 47

Anchor Alarm.............................................................. 47

Sea Temperature ............................................................ 48

Temperature Alarm..................................................... 48

3-Line Page (Speed, Depth and Temperature).................. 49

6.3 The Speed Chapter ......................................................... 50

Speed Through Water ..................................................... 50

Maximum Speed ........................................................ 51

Average Speed .......................................................... 52

Speed Over Ground (SOG) ......................................... 52

Log/Trip .......................................................................... 53

3-Line Page .................................................................... 53

6.4 The Nav Chapter ............................................................. 54

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Position........................................................................... 55

Time & Date................................................................ 55

Waypoint/Bearing/Distance ............................................. 56

BRG/DTW/COG/SOG ................................................ 56

TTG/ETA/VMG........................................................... 57

Heading .......................................................................... 58

Boat Heading and Rudder Angle ................................. 58

Locked Heading .............................................................. 59

Locking and Unlocking the Heading ............................. 59

Changing the Locked Heading .................................... 60

Locked Heading Over-ride .......................................... 60

Chapter 7: Problem Solving.............................................61

7.1 Introduction ..................................................................... 61

7.2 Fault Finding ................................................................... 62

7.3 Absent Data .................................................................... 62

7.4 Self Test Mode ................................................................ 63

7.5 Factory Reset.................................................................. 63

7.6 Maintenance ................................................................... 64

7.7 Servicing ......................................................................... 64

Appendix A: Key Functions .............................................67

Appendix B: Data Sources...............................................69

B.1 Possible Configurations................................................... 70

B.2 SeaTalk and NMEA Data Display..................................... 71

Appendix C: Specification ...............................................73

Glossary .............................................................................75

G.1 Terms ............................................................................ 75

G.2 Abbreviations ................................................................. 75

Index ...................................................................................77

Chapter 1: Introduction 1

Chapter 1: Introduction

1.1 Overview

The RayData is a multi-function digital display, providing a clear display

of important navigational information either above or below deck.

The RayData can be used in two ways:

• As a stand-alone unit, with depth and speed sensors, to display

depth, speed, temperature and log information.

• As part of a larger system, sharing data with other instruments

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data from other equipment. Such a system may include more than

one RayData.

Most of the standard data values can be displayed in a single-line

readout, with easy to read 1” (25mm) high digital characters. In addition,

a three-line display showing depth, speed and temperature can be

selected. Other displays show two to four items of related data on the

screen at one time.

Operation of the RayData revolves around a “Chapter and Pages”

concept. There are four chapters, each with multiple pages and sub-

pages containing related information. The chapters are Depth, Speed,

Nav and Setup; each of the first three of these is accessed using its own

dedicated key. Screen prompts guide you through the various pages,

making the RayData an easy instrument to use.

Many defaults for the data displays can be set as required, so that, for

example, information is presented in the preferred units.

The RayData keys are always lit, taking the guesswork out of night-time

use. The display can be backlit in low light conditions, and the lighting

intensity and the contrast can be adjusted.

The unit is lightweight and waterproof.

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1.2 Standard Displays and Facilities

When used as a stand-alone unit, with its direct-connection depth and

speed and temperature transducers, the RayData provides a range of

useful data and facilities.

Data Displayed

The RayData stand-alone system can display the following items of

data:

• Depth, providing a clear indication of the water depth and how it is

changing, for detection of shallows and sea floor topography

• Minimum depth encountered, allowing you to check the clearance

achieved on your route

• Speed through the water, giving your current speed together with a

graphical indication of whether your speed is increasing or decreasing

• Maximum speed achieved, for comparative purposes

• Average speed, for trip timing and comparative purposes

• Log and trip counters, to indicate distance travelled on the current

trip and the total travelled to date

• Sea surface temperature, allowing you to detect suitable fishing

sites and determine whether the water is comfortable for swimming

The speed, depth and temperature can all be displayed at once in a

three-line display page, allowing you to monitor their status at a glance.

Facilities

The minimum depth, maximum speed, average speed and trip counter

can all be reset independently when required.

Alarm limits can be set for various depth and temperature functions,

and alarm conditions are reported on the screen together with an

audible alarm.

1.3 Additional Displays and Facilities

Because the RayData is compatible with the Raymarine SeaTalk

standard, and with the NMEA 0183 standard, it can be installed as part

of a larger system and display data sent by other instruments, such as a

navigation instrument or autopilot. A general diagram of such a system

is shown on the following page.

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Data Displayed

The RayData can display the following additional items of data, if the

appropriate information is available over a SeaTalk or NMEA interface:

• Heading

• Locked heading

• Position, as Lat/Long or TD

• Speed over ground (SOG)

• Course over ground (COG)

• Waypoint number

• Bearing to waypoint (BTW) and distance to waypoint (DTW)

• Time and date

• Cross track error (XTE) distance

• Time to go (TTG), estimated time of arrival (ETA) and velocity made

good (VMG) to the next waypoint

• Boat heading and rudder angle

Facilities

If the primary position data is lost, the RayData performs dead

reckoning calculations from the speed and heading data (if available),

and provides a DR position.

When heading information is available, the heading can be locked with a

simple keypress. The Locked Heading display then shows the locked

heading (Course to Steer) and the actual heading, plus a graphic off-

course indication.

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The RayData will display a subset of the SeaTalk alarms sent by other

instruments on the system, including Watch alarms. It can also send,

display and cancel a Man Overboard (MOB) warning.

Data Sent

The RayData’s primary function is to display data received from its own

transducers. However, if it is connected to other instruments via SeaTalk

interfaces, the following information is sent or repeated to these other

instruments:

• Depth, speed and sea temperature derived from direct-connected

transducers.

• MOB warning and MOB warning cancel.

• Data recognised from the NMEA input (such as magnetic variation), if

it is not already available on the system. This data is converted into

SeaTalk format.

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Chapter 2: Installation

2.1 Introduction

This chapter explains how to install your RayData. If you are installing it

as a stand-alone unit, you will need to install the speed and depth

transducers and cables, and mount the RayData. If you are connecting

your RayData to a larger system, you should refer to the installation

instructions for the other units and for connection to the SeaTalk bus.

Note: Before attempting any installation, you should read the

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) installation and service guidelines

provided in Section 2.2.

This chapter covers the following topics:

• Packing list

• Installing the depth and speed transducers

• Transducer cabling

• Mounting the RayData

• RayData connections

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2.2 EMC Installation and Service Guidelines

IMPORTANT NOTE

All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best

industry standards for use in the leisure marine environment.

Their design and manufacture conforms to the appropriate

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards, but good installation is

required to ensure that performance is not compromised. Although

every effort has been taken to ensure that they will perform under all

conditions, it is important to understand what factors could affect the

operation of the product.

Installation

To avoid the risk of operating problems, all Raymarine equipment and

cables connected to it should be:

• At least 3 feet (1m) from any equipment transmitting or cables

carrying radio signals e.g. VHF radios, cables and antennas. In the

case of SSB radios, the distance should be increased to 7ft (2m).

• More than 7ft (2m) from the path of a radar beam. A radar beam can

normally be assumed to spread 20 degrees above and below the

radiating element.

• The equipment should be supplied from a different battery than the

one used for engine start. Voltage drops below 10v in the power

supply to our products can cause the equipment to reset. This will not

damage the equipment, but will cause the loss of some information

and can change the operating mode.

•Genuine Raymarine cables should be used at all times. Cutting and

rejoining these cables can compromise EMC performance and so

should be avoided unless doing so is detailed in this handbook.

• If a suppression ferrite is attached to a cable, this ferrite should not be

removed. If the ferrite has to be removed during installation it must be

reassembled in the same position.

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Check Before Going to Sea

• Always check the installation before going to sea to make sure that it

is not affected by radio transmissions, engine starting etc..

• In some installations, it may not be possible to prevent the equipment

from being affected by external influences. In general this will not

damage the equipment but can lead to it resetting, or momentarily

may result in faulty operation.

Servicing and Safety

•Raymarine equipment should be serviced only by authorised Raymarine

service engineers. They will ensure that service procedures and

replacement parts used will not affect performance. There are no

user serviceable parts in any Raymarine product.

• Some products generate high voltages, and so never handle the

cables/connectors when power is being supplied to the equipment.

•Always report any EMC related problem to your nearest Raymarine

dealer. We will use any such information to improve our quality

standards.

2.3 Packing List

Your RayData display should be supplied with the following:

• Power lead

• SeaTalk daisy-loom plug to plug cable

• NMEA cable assembly, consisting of one 39in (1 metre) cable plus

two female lug connectors

• Sun cover

• Thumb studs (4)

• Thumb screws (4)

• This handbook

• RayData Quick Reference Card

Some packing options also include depth and speed transducers, as

described in the following section.

In addition, an optional trunnion mount kit is available.

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2.4 Installing the Depth and Speed Transducers

If you are installing your RayData as a stand-alone unit, you need to

install the depth transducer and the speed transducer (incorporating the

temperature transducer) that will be connected to the RayData.

The depth and speed transducers are normally supplied with detailed

installation and maintenance instructions. You must read these

instructions, together with the information in this chapter, before

attempting to install the transducers.

Transducer Type

The RayData is supplied in various configurations. Depending on your

choice, one of the following transducer sets is included:

• Plastic through hull depth and speed transducers, suitable for use with

Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP), Steel and Aluminium hulls (with

system M78711).

Caution: Plastic through hull transducers must not be used on

vessels with wooden hulls.

• Bronze through hull depth and speed transducers, suitable for use

with fibreglass and wooden hull installations (with system M78709).

• Combined depth and speed bronze triducer (with system M78710).

The following transducers are also available as options:

• Retractable bronze depth transducer (part number M78717)

• Retractable plastic depth transducer (part number M78718)

• Plastic transom mount triducer (part number M78917)

• Bronze long-stem through hull triducer (part number M78918)

• In hull puck (part number M78919)

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Installing the Speed Transducer (Through Hull)

For accurate speed readings, locate the speed transducer in the

shaded ‘clear flow’ areas as shown.

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The transducer should also be:

• Ahead of propellers (10% W.L. length minimum)

• At least 6in (150mm) from the keel (with sailing yachts siting should

be forward of the keel)

• Near the centreline of the vessel

• Clear of other through hull fittings or projections

• Have sufficient clearance inside the hull to allow the nut to be fitted

• Have 4in (100mm) clearance above the through hull fitting for

withdrawal

Note: The speed transducer cable can, if required, be shortened.

However, new 1/8in lug connectors must be crimped to the shortened

cable.

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Siting of Depth Transducer (Standard Through Hull)

The same mounting rules apply to the depth transducer as those listed

on the previous page for the speed transducer.

The depth transducer must be vertical to within 10°, forward, aft and

athwart ships.

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2.5 Transducer Cabling

The depth and speed transducers are supplied with 32.5ft (10m) of

cable. These cables are fitted with female lug connectors that plug

directly into the back of the RayData (see below).

Allow some slack in the cables, so that the equipment can be serviced if

necessary.

Run the transducer cable back to the instrument. Avoid fluorescent

lights, engines and radio transmitting equipment. The cables should

also be kept clear of the bilges and be secured at regular intervals.

Note: Do not change the length of the depth transducer cable: this

will affect the performance of the transducer. For further

information, please contact Raymarine or an authorized Raymarine

agent.

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2.6 Mounting the RayData

The RayData is waterproof and provided with a sun cover. It is

designed for above or below deck installation. You should mount it

where it is:

• Easily read by the helmsman

• Protected against physical damage

• At least 9in (230mm) from a compass

• At least 3ft (1m) from radio receiving equipment

• Accessible from behind for ease of installation and cable running

Although the RayData is designed to meet the CFR46 waterproofing

standard, it is advisable to mount it, whenever possible, so that it is not

exposed to the direct effects of salt spray or the hot sun.

The RayData can be mounted in two ways:

• On a panel (tabletop or console)

• Attached to a bulkhead or suspended overhead, using the optional

trunnion mounting kit

Panel Mounting

To mount the RayData on a tabletop or console:

1. Select a clear location at least 4.75in (120mm) square, that

conforms to the recommendations listed above.

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