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ST60 tridata not sending data

February 21, 2017, 5:41 am
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Hi, I have an ST60 tridata instrument connected via SeaTalk to several other instruments. The speed, temp transducer is connected directly to the tridata. The tridata shows speed and temp and transmits temp via SeaTalk to the other instruments. But although it shows speed it does not send speed to the other instruments. This is preventing us from having true wind display shown. The system formerly worked properly, sending speed data and calculating true wind. It also accepts data, showing depth which comes from another instrument. Changing cabling did not help. Any ideas why this would happen?

Thanks,
Peter Malloy
S/V Neko
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Ray 260 Seatalk ng Connection

February 21, 2017, 7:49 am
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I am installing my new Ray 260 and will be installing it to the new Raymarine Axiom when it is released. According to the Ray 260 Manual, see below, it can be connected to the multifunction display directly via the SeaTalk ng connector. Since the Axiom has an internal GPS and I don't have any other equipment at this time, am I correct that I don't need the SeatTalk ng backbone?


4.9 SeaTalkng connection
The Ray260 can interface with Raymarine GPS receivers and
Raymarine multifunction displays using the SeaTalkng connector.
A Raymarine SeaTalkng GPS receiver cannot be connected
directly to the Base station as GPS receivers are powered via
the SeaTalkng backbone.
Note: If your unit has both SeaTalkng and NMEA 0183
connected then you must select which connection you want
to be active using the DSC Menu > Connection > Interface
menu options. Refer to 6.8 Selecting NMEA 0183 or SeaTalkng
connection for details.
Connecting SeaTalkng
The Ray260 can interface with Raymarine GPS receivers
and Raymarine multifunction displays through the SeaTalkng
connector.
Before connecting
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2K Transducer for CP470

February 21, 2017, 9:39 am
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Hi Chuck, and all,
I am to the point of selecting and purchasing my transducer. I fish the gulf stream (trolling) and am also planning to do some deep drop bottom fishing. I have the cp470 and would like your recommendation on a transducer to get the most out of my sounder. I have read through some of the posts, and did not get a clear sense of what is best. I would prefer a single unit with dual elements, thru hull, but am not limiting my options. Performance is the end goal.
Thanks in advance
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DriveStop message

February 22, 2017, 12:20 pm
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Hello Chuck,
I am getting a DriveStop fault fairly regularly.

6000+ Autopilot Control
400G course computer
Type 2 linear drive

The "DriveStop" occurs after the autopilot has been in use for a while ( 20-30 mins). Voltage output to the linear drive seems normal, but just prior to the Drive Stop message the voltage drops. Voltage was checked at terminals on computer and at drive unit three feet away. No resistance was noted in the wires between the computer and the drive unit. Upon setting the controller in autopilot mode, ten degree adjustments were made, port and starboard, and voltages at the drive output varied from 6.8vdc to 7.5vdc during course corrections. This remained constant until the second to last course correction, when voltage dropped to 2.8vdc and finally 0vdc after which the "Drive Stop" error message appeared. Input voltage at the autopilot computer remained at 12.8vdc throughout the test. The Drive stop seems to occur as a result of the voltage drop, which leads me to believe it may be the computer. After going to STbY for a bit of time I can re-engage the autopilot. It will work for a while, then Drivestop returns. That led me to think there may be an internal issue. Am I on the right track? Or is there something else to be aware of?

At the control panel, the rudder ref position was continually displayed and correct.

As the 400G computer is no longer supported by Raymarine, I would likely have to replace with a similar or compatable model. Would the S3G or other newer model be suitable?

Regards,
Dave
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Which CHIRP transducer(s) is best for use with my CP470/CP570?

February 22, 2017, 12:34 pm
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Which CHIRP transducer(s) is best for use with my CP470/CP570?

Please click here to view an article within the Marine Electronics Journal which many have found helpful in selecting the frequency range and beam width of a CHIRP transducer to match the type of fishing that one will be undertaking. After determining the frequency range for the CHIRP transducer(s) to be installed, the transducers are further differentiated from one another based upon the following criteria:
- installation method: thru-hull w/fairing block, low profile thru-hull, tilted element thru-hull, in-hull, transom mounted ... maximum performance is generally associated with thru-hull transducers having a fairing block
- output power ... while the CP470/CP570 may be interfaced to any compatible CHIRP transducer, power output will be limited to the maximum power output supported by the transducer or 2kW for compatible CHIRP transducer rated for more than 2kW output
- single element vs dual element - dual element transducers combine low and medium, or low and high CHIRP ferquency elements within a single transducers
- number of ceramic elements ... larger and more complex transducer designs feature more ceramic elements. With larger numbers of ceramic elements, lower Q, increased depth performance, and increased target definition will typically result
- beam width ... wide beam transducer are the transducers of choice for those fishing relatively shallow water

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STng Cabling

February 22, 2017, 2:47 pm
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Trying to set up Raymarine Model E70012 to run in my house during the winter so I may practice learning to use it. Have a DC power source (safe).

Thought all I needed was to run a GPS antenna outdoors. Purchased Raymarine model RS 120. It came with 6-pin cable.

Set all up, no GPS signal. : (

Go back, learn about this STng system. Maybe that's it. Purchase two STng spur cables one long (to antenna outdoors) one short to create little mini-network. Purchase a "Backbone Terminal" and a "T" and a terminal pin.

Final part came today. Inserted short spurt to primary unit, inserted end pin in other and...discovered remaining [censored] has 5 pins, not six.

I am confused. Now what do I do?

thanks all

Henry
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unicontrol knob

February 23, 2017, 7:31 am
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I recently purchased as C127. After installation, the unicontrol knob would stick with repeated use. I sent the unit back and received a new one which I appreciate but now the new one is occasionally sticking too.
It is not as bad as the original unit and I can pull the knob back out and it will continue to function. At this point it is just annoying but am concerned about warranty and if it might get worse in time. I like the unit and hate to call the retailer again. Suggestions?
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yamaha connection

February 23, 2017, 1:30 pm
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I am installing a c127 and would like to hook up the engines, both 2004 Yamaha 150's. Not sure if they are new enough for this and just what is needed to complete the process. I still have one network connection available on the c127. Is there a reference or list of what is required in hardware to do this?
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AIS faults SeaTalk1/NG converter

February 23, 2017, 3:34 pm
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2009 sailboat with original AutoHelm Seatalk depth, wind, tridata, autopilot control and S3 autopilot. Also SR100 weather (HS to MFD). 2014 upgraded to C125, HD Radar, AIS650, Seatalk-SeatalkNG converter. System worked well for 5,500 kmiles cruising over 1.5 years. Came back to US, stored boat 3 months, on return no Seatalk information or AIS on C125.

Concerned that original cable might be pinched in rudder area. Purchased new backbone cable and ran direct from converter to tee/spur/term plug at MFD. No comm. installed tee/spur/term plug at AIS with direct connect thru new backbone cable to MFD with no comm. Sent MFD to raymarine and port found to be good. On return to boat and install of MFD, during cable swaps, Seatalk data communicated when AIS spur NOT connected to converter. Reconnect with existing and new spur, converter immediately went to 2 long flashes, 4 shorts which is fault in ST-NG comm. Swapped power and AIS comm ports on converter as well as backbone and termination plug with fault immediately on plug in. Tested without Seatalk yellow cable connected with faults for both.

software uploaded to V17 mfd, 2.03 on converter, and 4. something on AIS. Versions of software recorded on windows computer that has virus and not available but latest versions from Raymarine website. ProAIS2 shows all functions in AIS good. 12.3 to 14 vdc over several hours on line. SWR 2.2:1. 10 to 15 vessels shown in area.

Trying to make sure I have not missed something before returning AIS.

Any suggestions? AIS at house, boat 1,000 miles away.

Mike
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Distance Log data with iTC5 and no i50

February 24, 2017, 12:43 am
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I am replacing my ST60's with two i70s units and an iTC5. I will have no i50 units in the system. I also have an ST60 repeater and Wireless smart controller that will remain in the system via the ST1 to STNG converter.
Since the total cumulative distance log data resides in the original ST60 speed display, I have some questions about how a total log can be kept going forward.

1) does the iTC5 have any capability of storing total log data since the transducer would be connected to it instead of a dedicated speed display?

2) if I must retain the original ST60 speed unit in the system, I can do so via the STNG converter fairly easily, however;
a) do I have to keep the transducer connected to the ST60 in order for it to accumulate log distance, or
b) with the transducer connected to the iTC5, in that configuration would the ST60 still accumulate log distance through the Seatalk bus?

My goal is to retain the accumulated distance the ST60 kept over the life of the boat, and to be able to continue to log total distance. If the iTC5 cannot retain a total log, I would like to suggest a future enhancement so that it would be capable of doing so with no i50 speed unit in the system. Taking it a step further, it would be nice to be able to program in a distance so owners could "transfer in" log data from old instruments and be able to retain (and accumulate) a total distance log of the boat.

IMO, the i70/i70s units have made the i50 units somewhat obsolete; for about the same cost, one can get more capability out of a single display (i70) than an i50 that only displays speed or depth functions. This is the exact reason I went with two i70s units to replace my ST60's.

Thanks!
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release date of lighthouse 3 software for A98

February 24, 2017, 4:54 am
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I want to install a new AXIOM 9" 3d to my current system of a98 and a97. Which of my displays would you recommend replacing? What is the expected release date of the lighthouse 3 software update for the A series so I can do this? My thought is replace the A98 so that I can still have 200kh sonar for high speed searching of fish, which tends to work better than chirp. I currently also have the cp-2oo sidescan and transom mount transducer. A98 chirp transducer is also transom mount. The cp-200 transducer is on port side of sterndrive and does not read well to stbd side in shallow water. Will go to thru hull 3d transducer for new system to cure this problem. Boating mainly on lake erie and lake ontario.
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GPS Routing

February 24, 2017, 11:18 am
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Weekend Sailor here. New to the whole console style GPS/Chartplotters so please excuse my ignorance. I mostly do coastal cruising and racing. I am looking at the AXIOM and the e series both in 7" with Navionics North America.

My question is about routing. on my trusty hand held I put in a route with various waypoints and as I pass them it advances to the next, adjusting my course and distance and all that. I have seen GPSs that don't do that and I want to make sure that these do perform that auto advance function.

Thanks,
TonyH
Hunter 26.5
Kerri'd Away
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EV-100 new out of the box does not work

February 25, 2017, 8:27 am
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System set up as an ACU-100 basic system. No other components connected. Comes up in standby. Menu gives 3 options: MODE,RESPONSE LEVEL,& PILOT VIEW. No other options. originally ACU unit came up solid green, now red then 2 short green and then solid green. From day one there was no dockside wizard or any wizard. Compass heading is 50 deg. off. moving the EV-1 flux gate makes no difference. Tried to cross the Caribbean sea from Bonaire to Porto Rico. At first it seemed to hold a course in spite of being 50 deg. off, later that night it started hunting 15-20 deg. left, then right. 150 miles out and 300 to go we aborted and returned to Bonaire.

Bob & Geri Catamaran Freestyle. 80 years old & still going strong.
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New EV 200 Install Issue

February 25, 2017, 12:44 pm
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I just installed an EV200 kit into my twin engine verado center console. The system includes the ACU 200 wired through a switch to 12vdc, a p70rS head, and the EV1 module. All components are connected to a Seatalkng backbone. When I power on the helm, the p70 and EV1 come on normally and the EV1 led turns solid green. When I then switch on the ACU200 (not set to power the Seatalkng), the EV1 led turns solid red for 7 seconds, then resets and repeats the process. As soon as I turn off the ACU, the EV1 goes solid green again.

I isolated the three components to their own Seatalkng network and used the ACU to power the 5 way block. The results were exactly the same. Any suggestions on what could be causing the EV1 to fault?
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EV-150 vs EV-200

February 26, 2017, 4:06 pm
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Hello-
I am trying to find the difference between the 150 and the 200? I did the research and it looks like the 150 will power a Type1 pump which I need for my twin 250's.
Thanks in advance.
Brett
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how can i create my own bathymetric map using sonar log and non-wifi Dragonfly 7"?

February 26, 2017, 7:25 pm
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how can i create my own bathymetric map using sonar log and non-wifi Dragonfly 7"?

I fish this small local lake but no contour map available anywhere, so I need to chart it on my own. I can record sonar log from my first generation non-wifi Dragonfly 7 but what is next?
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Es98 Tranducers

February 25, 2017, 4:01 pm
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I'm refitting all electronics on my cruising sailboat and need to better understand component compatibility.

I've already purchased an es98, a Q24C radome, an i70s as well as an iTC-5 converter, and require wind, speed & temp, depth and sonar sensors.

My guess is (in respective sequence) is the E22078 for wind, DST800 for speed, temp & depth, and the CPT-S for sonar. Am I on the right track?

Also, if the above transducers are correct, does the CPT-S have sufficient thread to mount through an approx 1inch glass hull (hard to tell from the published pics). I'm replacing an old Datamarine transducer that sits amidships just ahead of my full keel, so I believe the zero dead-rise is the correct choice... or should I be looking at the bronze 12degree model due to sailboat heel?

Lastly, I understand the CPT-S provides a sonar view, but will it also provide regular depth output, as a normal depth transducer would?

Appreciate some help. Thx.
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E120 - AXIOM Upgrade

February 25, 2017, 4:36 pm
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I am looking to upgrade an existing E120 system with an Axiom 12" MFD.

Q1) Can you please confirm that the new AXIOM displays will be backwards compatible with the DSM300 module using the SeatalkHS/RayNet adapter. If it's not I would likely purchase the eS128 which I see from online is compatible.

Q2) Can the eS128 be used with the DSM300/Transducer & also another transducer(CHIRP) connected to the internal sounder module. I wanted to double check that either can be selected and used independently.

It would however be nice to use the AXIOM instead for future expansion.
Thanks for your help.
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p70 menu button only displays mode

February 26, 2017, 5:19 pm
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I have moved my Raymarine system from one boat to another. System has a a78, tridata, wind, EV 100 wheel. I can not get the p70 to go into the setup mode, when I push the menu button, all it does is go to a screen for mode selection. No list with setup. Any help please. I just installed software update 17.46.
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How to determine the

February 27, 2017, 1:34 pm
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The cone angle of the CHIRP (conical) transducer element of CPT-S Transducers and combination CHIRP (conical) / DownVision transducers designed to be mated to the TRANSDUCER socket of an ax8 MFD, eSx8 MFD, a CP100 CHIRP (conical) / DownVision Sonar Module, and Dragonfly products is 25 degrees. The diameter of the cone at any depth may be computered using some basic trigonometry:

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b = tan (B) x a

Cone Radius = tan (Transducer Cone Angle / 2) x Depth
Cone Diameter = 2 x Cone Radius = 2 x tan (Transducer Cone Angle / 2) x Depth


Cone Diameter = 2 x tan (Cone Angle / 2) x Depth
Cone Diameter = 2 x tan (25 deg / 2) x Depth
Cone Diameter = 2 x tan (12.5 deg) x Depth
Cone Diameter = 2 x 0.2217 x Depth
Cone Diameter = 0.44338 x Depth

Cone Diameter at Bottom = 0.44338 x 100' = 44.34'
Cone Diameter at the Depth of Marked Fish = 0.44338 x 30' = 13.30'

The A-Scope feature of the supported by these products will also report the cone diameter at the bottom of the water column beneath the transducer.


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