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Radio navigation interface

May 26, 2016, 9:32 am
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Hi, I have an Autohelm 800 tiller pilot and have recently installed a Lowrance Elite 5 GPS/ Depth Sounder. How can I configure these two instruments so that the Autohelm will take instruction from the GPS?
Thanks, Iris 1
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Remote software update timed out ... remote device's software not updated

May 26, 2016, 9:41 am
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The Raymarine a/c/e/eS/gS-Series MFD software update downloads now contain software update file to update many of the system's devices which have been interfaced via Ethernet or SeaTalkng/NMEA 2000 to the system. Like the a/c/e/eS/gS-Series MFD software update, the software update for these same system devices may also be individually downloaded from Raymarine Product Software Update web page.

Occasionally, Raymarine receives a report that a time out occurred when attempting to remotely update a device within a Raymarine system of a/c/e/eS/gS-Series MFDs. When such software update timeouts occur, it is typically recommended that the MFD be commanded to Check Card For Updates (HOME->SET-UP->MAINTENANCE->CHECK CARD FOR UPDATES) and that the MFD then be commanded to update the device which had timed out during the update once more. In more rare instances, this second attempt to remotely update the device (most commonly a SeaTalkng device) fails.

Should the remote device which timed out during the software update be another a/c/e/eS/gS-Series MFD, then it would be recommended that
1) the MFD which did not previously update be switched OFF,
2) that the microSD memory card containing the software update files be inserted into the memory card reader of the MFD which did not previously update,
3) that the MFD which did not previously update then be switched ON to force the software update into the MFD

Should the remote device which timed out during the software update be a device which has been interfaced as a spur to the system's SeaTalkng/NMEA 2000 backbone, then it is recommended that:
1) the SeaTalkng backbone power be switched OFF
2) that power to the autopilot's ACU or course computer be switched OFF
3) with the exception of the Data Master MFD and the device which did not previously update, that the spur cables connecting each device to the backbone either be temporarily (for the time required to perform the software update) be disconnected from the backbone's spur socket or from the device's spur socket ... leaving only the MFD, devices to be updated, and SeaTalkng Power Cable connected as spurs to the backbone
4) that power to the backbone be switched ON
5) that the Data Master MFD be commanded to Check Card For Updates and that the MFD then be commanded to update the device which had timed out during the update once more.

6) should the remote device fail to update as a result of performing steps 1-5 above and the individual software update download file be a .iso file, then it is recommended that
a) the Data Master MFD be switched OFF
b) the microSD memory card be removed from the MFD's memory card reader
c) the software update files be deleted from the microSD memory card (using a computer)
d) the software update iso file for the device which failed to update be downloaded from Raymarine's web site and that it be copied to the root level directory of the microSD memory card
e) the Data Master MFD be switched ON and permitted to complete startup initialization
f) the microSD memory card containing the only the software update files for the device to be updated be inserted into the Data Master MFD's memory card reader
g) the MFD be commanded to Check Card For Updates (HOME->SET-UP->MAINTENANCE->CHECK CARD FOR UPDATES) and that the MFD then be commanded to update the device which had timed out during the update once more.

7) should the remote device fail to update as a result of performing steps 1-5 above and the individual software update download file be a .zip file, then it is recommended that
a) the Data Master MFD be switched OFF
b) the microSD memory card be removed from the MFD's memory card reader
c) the software update files be deleted from the microSD memory card (using a computer)
d) the software update zip file for the device which failed to update be downloaded from Raymarine's web site, that its contents be extracted/copied to the root level directory of the microSD memory card'
e) the microSD memory card containing the only the software update files for the device to be updated be inserted into the Data Master MFD's memory card reader
f) the Data Master MFD be switched ON to force the software update to the remote device.

Should the actions specified for step 6 or 7 fail to update the device's software, then it would be recommended that the device be updated by a Certified Raymarine Installer or by Raymarine’s Product Repair Center.

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"Smart" Wind vane?

May 26, 2016, 11:16 am
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When is Raymarine releasing a smart version of the current masthead wind vane? Not interested in buying the current model and having to also buy a pod... Didn't buy into the new stng network to have to buy sensors and adapt them to the new network.
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Depth Reading error (i70 & a95 MFD)

May 26, 2016, 10:00 am
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Greetings,

I have:

a95 MFD
i70 Display
P70 A/P
iTC-5 Converter
DST-800 Triducer

With respect to depth, I'm having a sporadic problem. I updated the firmware on the various units including the V17 Lighthouse software. I got some error message which caused me to reset the MFD. I got everything re-configured but now I'm getting a bad reading on depth. Unlike the i50 problem discussed earlier, I'm getting 2.2 when it should be 12.2 as verified by the boats next to me. The unit is clear/clean. I her out (fixing the magnetic issue with the AP) but depth in 120ft showed 12, jumping to 2.2, back to 12.

Is there a software configuration or test, etc. that I can do given I reset the systems so I may have done something. Are there any other suggestions to determine if the triducer is bad?

Thanks,

Rick Segal
S/V Tessie Marie, Campbell River, BC
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Quantum related Lighthouse v17 GUI bug report

May 26, 2016, 12:05 pm
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I have a quantum radar connected to an Es127 via both raynet through a switch and wifi. In the radar list a blank space appears at the top of the list, and the quantum below it. Selecting the blank space selects the quantum, selecting the quantum selects no radar.
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Dragonfly 4Pro C-map 3D?

May 26, 2016, 3:38 pm
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I have the Dragonfly 4Pro with C-Map 4D. For the life of me I can't figure out how to view the data on the Dragonfly with the 3D modeling. What am I missing?

Thanks.
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Unable to Select Data Sources

May 26, 2016, 6:20 pm
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I have an e127 MFD and I am trying to specify the data sources. When I do, it diplays an error:

Data selection not possible
The following devices are preventing data source selection
ISO(77 9a 6e e7 00 8c 8c c0) CAN(43)

I have determined that CAN(43) is the AIS650.

Any idea what the problem is?
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Volvo IPS

May 27, 2016, 5:42 am
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Hi,

I have a Raymarine Smartpilot giving me a 'AUTO RELEASE' message. I checked the connections and wires between the DPU and the S3G and they're ok. Any suggestions what I should try next? Is there a way to test this equipment to find the faulty part.

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Build Route Help

May 27, 2016, 7:52 am
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I have the Raymarine a125 with a Navionics Platinum plus chart card installed. The Raymarine MFD is running the latest software (17.45) and the Navionics chart card was updated with the freshest data today. I am trying to use the new Dock-To-Dock feature but I am missing the "Build Route" menu option under the Navigate menu. The video showing how to use this new feature says to scroll down to build route but I don't even have a scroll bar under that menu so it appears that there may be a few menu options that I am missing. Any assistance or direction would be greatly appreciated.

Jeff
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Spontaneous restarting e7 won't initialize

May 27, 2016, 8:20 am
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My e7 frequently will not get past the "Raymarine" initialization screen, it just hangs. After restarting a few times it used to eventually startup. But now it will not at all - permanent stuck on initialization screen. I have tried to do a factory reset by holding down the back button as it powers up, but it still never finishes the initialization screen so that I can continue with the reset. Please advise.
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cursor does not move with vessel symbol

May 27, 2016, 10:05 am
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I have a C120 MFD. Cursor does not follow vessel symbol. I can move cursor to the symbol with the soft key "find ship" but the cursor remains stationary while symbol moves.
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No Speed or Temperature with DST800

May 31, 2016, 8:44 am
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I installed an I70 system on my boat about 1.5 years ago. The system has masthead wind, and DST800 for depth, speed, temp, and also an ITC-5 unit. During the last couple of months the speed has been intermittent, and I'm getting no reading on the temperature. Now, the speed has completely failed, and when I search for transducers in the setup, it does not see speed. Also, the LED for the wind on the ITC-5 is blinking on and off about every 2 seconds.

I'm assuming the DST800 has failed, and was wondering if there is anyway to confirm this. Also, I'm located in Trinidad, and was wondering if there is any way to get warranty support down here. The system was purchased from Defender, and is less than 2 years since it was purchased.

Thanks for the help.

Steve Davis
S/V Aloha
Currently in Chaguramas, Trinidad
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Incorrect AIS Vector?

May 31, 2016, 8:53 am
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Hello, see attached photo for detail. I tuned on "AIS Vectors" on my e127 MFD. I would have thought that AIS vectors would show the direction of the vessel. However it appears to be showing the track. Is this correct? If so, is there a way to get it to show the AIS heading? As with the third party products it shows the heading and possible point of intersect which is very helpful to plan in avoiding a collision.

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Ray 60 - not getting GPS data - Screen display

May 31, 2016, 10:24 am
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I have a Ray 60 on a Seatalkng network that has a e97, a75, i70, p70r, and a evolution autopilot connected. The master unit has been set to the e97. The i70 and p70r are receiving GPS data from the network, but the Ray 60 is not. Also the Ray 60 screen display is only displaying in a grey scale. I have tried to adjust the backlight but it has no effect. The brochure shows the screen display in a colored mode. Am I doing something wrong of do I have a defective unit?
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Autopilot Hunts

May 31, 2016, 10:24 am
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After working great for 3 years, my autopilot developed a world of problems.

Based on advice received in the old forum, I sent the SPX30 controller and fluxgate compass back to the factory for repair. After reinstalling, I discovered my Seastar Smart Stick was also faulty, so I replaced it. Now, after a factory head reset and performing and passing the dockside wizard tests, compass deviation test (3 degrees) and sea trail wizard tests, the autopilot hunts when used in the AUTO mode.

At low speed, it keeps a reasonably straight course but you and see the motors being turned to port and starboard constantly. At speed, it steers the boat in an S pattern, 5 - 8 degrees to starboard, 5 - 8 degrees to port, 5 - 8 degrees to starboard, and so on.

I lowered the response level to 2 without effect. I am sure there is some other setting that needs to be adjusted, but I am unaware of exactly what counter rudder, rudder damping, and such do.

Setup is e7 (data master), E120W, SPX30, ST70 Control Head, Seastar Smart Stick Rudder Reference, Seastar Hydraulic Pump. Software v 6.27

Pursuit 315 Offshore w 300 Yamahas.

Thanks for any and all suggestions
Tom Uffelman
Charleston, SC
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RayTech Planner is asking for a license key

May 31, 2016, 1:34 pm
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When first run following its installation, RayTech Planner / RNS 6.x will request the operator to specify whether they have a Full RayTech RNS 6.x License Key, a RayTech RNS 6.x Upgrade License Key (used to upgrade from RayTech RNS 5 to RayTech RNS 6.x, or No License Key (used by those utilizing RayTech RNS 6.x software for offline (i.e. not networked to Raymarine products) planning. Fully licensed refers to having separately purchased RayTech software as a boxed product or having purchased it via Raymarine's web site. When purchased as a boxed product, a license key label will have been affixed to the outside of the clear plastic sleeve containing the RayTech RNS 6.x installation CD as well as to inside cover of the RayTech RNS 6.x User's Guide. Customers who have purchased RayTech RNS 6.2 software via the Raymarine's web site will be e-mailed a license key.

Before loading RayTech software any prior releases of RayTech software should be uninstalled. Following installation, RayTech Planner is started via the command sequence START->ALL PROGRAMS->RAYMARINE RAYTECH NAVIGATOR. When initially running RayTech Planner 6.x, the RNS Startup Wizard will prompt the user for whether they have a Full RayTech RNS 6.x license, RayTech RNS 6.x Upgrade license, or will be using the product as RayTech Planner (no license). Customers who have downloaded RayTech Planner 6.x from Raymarine's web site, have received a RayTech Planner 6.x CD in the Multifunction Display package, or have received a RayTech Planner 6.x CD with the Navionics Multicard Reader should choose the RayTech Planner (No License) option.

RayTech Planner 6.x software is not supplied with detailed cartography. However, RayTech software is compatible with BSB v3.0-v4.0 formatted raster cartography (ex. NOAA RNCs, Maptech, NDI, etc.), Navionics Gold+, Platinum, HotMaps, and C-Map NT+/PC cartography. Should one be interested in utilizing one's Navionics CF chart card with the PC, it would have been necessary to have purchased the retired E86026 Navionics Multicard Reader ... this reader is no longer available. Should you have a Navionics microSD chart card or have a MFD featuring pre-loaded Navionics Silver cartography, then it would be recommended that you consider using other compatible cartography or Voyage Planner PC software for waypoint/route planning. The Navionics Multicard Reader may also be used to export one's waypoints and routes to a compatible SanDisk brand CF memory card to transport the waypoints and routes to the Multifunction Display.

Should you desire to integrate your PC with your marine electronics, then a fully licensed copy of RayTech RNS 6.2 software would be required. SeaTalkhs (Ethernet) integration is limited to G-Series systems running early software releases, E-Series Classic MFDs, and C-Series Widescreen MFDs. E-Series Widescreen MFDs as well as the new a/c/e/eS/gS-Series MFDs would be limited to either first generation SeaTalk (via an E85001 PC/SeaTalk/NMEA 0183 Interface Module) or NMEA 0183 integration with RayTech software. RayTech RNS 6.1 software is recommended for use with E-Series Classic MFDs and RayTech RNS 6.2 is recommended for use with C-Series Widescreen MFDs.

RayTech Planner's Simulator cannot be turned off, as doing so would permit instrument communications which is limited to the fully licensed version of RayTech RNS 6.x software. Planning Mode (also known as Simulate Mode) is the correct operational mode for RayTech software when planning waypoints and routes offline. When using RayTech Planner or RayTech RNS 6.2 in Planning Mode (i.e. Chart page/pane specifies "Raytech Simulate Mode"), one may reposition the simulated vessel to reduce clutter. However before doing so, you may want to disable the Auto Follow Routes and Auto Position Vessel features via the following command sequences:

ROUTE->FOLLOW ROUTE (uncheck this item if checked)
FILE->SETUP->INSTRUMENTS->SIMULATOR IS ON->AUTO FOLLOW ROUTES->OFF
FILE->SETUP->INSTRUMENTS->SIMULATOR IS ON->AUTO POSITION VESSEL->OFF
Note that RayTech must be restarted after making these changes.

The boat icon may be repositioned to any desired location by performing a right mouse click on the desired location on chart and then selecting MOVE BOAT HERE from the pop-up menu that is displayed.

RayTech Planner is essentially an unlicensed copy RayTech RNS 6.x intended to support at home PC based waypoint / route planning. Raymarine did not release a RayTech Planner 6.x User's Guide. However, as the RayTech RNS 6.2 User's Guide covers not only the features of RayTech RNS 6.2, but also those permissible within RayTech Planner 6.1/6.2. RayTech Planner users should refer to the RayTech RNS 6.2 User's Guide for information concerning the use of RayTech Planner 6.1/6.2. When using the RayTech RNS 6.2 User's Guide, RayTech Planner 6.2 users should focus on chapters 1 thru 9, 14-1, 14-2, 14-3, and appendices A & E. RayTech Planner also features embedded Help documentation (Help->Help Topics) as another source of program documentation.

Please note that RayTech software does not support transferring tracks to/from Raymarine products.

The waypoint file format used by Raymarine and most other marine electronics manufacturer is uniquely proprietary. You may want to look at the data formats supported by GPSUtility. Should GPSUtility support the format of your current chartplotter or navigational software applications, then GPSUtility may be used to create a Raymarine waypoint file. Once imported into the RayTech software, then the RayTech software may be used to export the data to a file in a format which is compatible with Raymarine’s currently supported products.

As you will learn from reviewing the RayTech RNS 6.2 User's Guide, RayTech software supports exporting waypoints to an Excel spreadsheet which has been specially formatted for use by the RayTech software. This feature may prove very useful to those who desire to review large amounts of waypoint data, print their waypoint data, or make modifications to large amounts of waypoint data (ex. symbol, group, etc.).

RayTech Planner / RNS 6.x software is not supported for use with Windows 10, as Windows 10 has been found to not be compatible with the E86026 Navionics Multicard Reader.

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Wifi password reset

May 31, 2016, 8:48 pm
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I just purchased a 2002 36' Cruisers, it has an E140 system, the previous owner doesn't remember the wifi password. How do I reset it?
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Raynet cabling

May 31, 2016, 10:40 pm
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Does Raymarine offer male and female Raynet connectors to allow users to create their own Raynet cable assemblies?
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What are the system requirements for calculating True Wind?

June 1, 2016, 8:59 am
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True Wind data (sometimes called True Relative to Boat—is Apparent adjusted for Speed Through Water and Heading) is required for utilization of advanced sailing features found in some Raymarine products. Products supporting calculation of True Wind (not to be confused with Ground Wind) require the following sensor inputs within the system:
- apparent Wind Speed
- apparent Wind Direction
- heading (not to be confused with COG)
- speed through water (not to be confused with SOG)

A very good article addressing the dependency of True Wind on speed through water, not SOG, may be found here.

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Quantum Radar

June 1, 2016, 12:31 pm
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I am having trouble getting my eS78 MFD to connect to the Quantum Radar with WiFi. Should I be able to see the radar's WiFi on a cell phone WiFi screen if the radar is working? I see the MFD but not the radar.
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