Diagnostics - a/c/e/eS/gS-Series MFD NMEA 0183 Buffer
Should one of the MFD's NMEA 0183 ports be interfaced to a NMEA 0183 talker or listener and there be a suspected communications issue between the devices, then examining the MFD's NMEA 0183 port...
View ArticleDiagnostics - a/c/e/eS/gS-Series MFD SeaTalkng / NMEA 2000 Buffer
At the time that this FAQ was posted, the SeaTalkng / NMEA 2000 diagnostic buffer of the a/c/e/eS/gS-Series MFDs was limited to displaying and logging raw, untranslated (hexadecimal) data received by...
View ArticleST600R
I think I know the answer but wanted to double check. I'm going to install the new evo 400 on my sailboat and was wondering if there is a way to incorporate the ST600R into the system. Thanks.
View ArticleC80 Classic v5.16 firmware hang and boot loop with Navionics freshest data...
Hi, I'm not sure if this is the place to report this, but I thought I would try here. I have a C80 (Classic) MFD using firmware 5.16 (which should be the latest available as of today). After updating...
View ArticleES78 Fuel Data
I am unable to get the fuel level gauge to work on my ES78. I get fuel flow (GPH), MPG, gallons used and gallons remaining. However, on the display for percentage left it remains blank. Do I need to...
View ArticleSL72 Plus
Good afternoon. This is my first post. I have the combination GPS/ Radar SL72. Currently the radar works fine, but the GPS is frozen. It is stuck on 24 nm and it has the hour glass figure on a blank...
View ArticleSource Identification with P70
I have a P70 AP controlhead. SPX 30 Course Computer. I have a B&G GPS I connected the GPS via NMEA 0183 to the SPX 30 I connected the P70, i60 Wind and i60 depth as shown in the manual and online...
View ArticleC120 Classic MFD cursor key
In the past, our MFD's left cursor button went inoperative. Our workaround, until we got to shore and shipped it off for repair, was to go around the world via large scale and right cursor to put the...
View ArticleST 60+ STW adjustment
We sent in our venerable ST60 speed log for repair; it was seriously enough compromised that we incurred the maximum flat rate. The "repair" was actually "replace all but the housing," but with an...
View ArticleWonky reports on DS500X Fish Finder
We previously had a different finder, which used a tri-sponder perfectly. That is, it did depth, temperature and speed reliably. When we installed the new unit (DS500X), we bought two adapter cables...
View ArticleRudder reference for EV200
I recently purchased an EV200 power autopilot package and it comes with a rudder reference transformer geared for inboard engines. A rudder reference is recommended for EV200, but is it required? My...
View ArticleC-95 - AIS 650 GPS conflict
I am using a C95 chartplotter connected over a Seatalk NG network to an ITC-5 (for wind and speed) and an AIS 650 transceiver. I am also using 2 x i70s displays and one p70 display for the autopilot....
View Articlegps datum error
When I go through the setup commands, specifically the data logs, all items show something besides auto except gps datum.I'm using a miniplex 3wi-2NK multiplexer to deliver the gps data to autopilot,...
View ArticleFault isolation of depth acquistion problem associated with a depth sounding...
In the absence of an EDI transducer tester (relatively few marine electronics installers are so equipped), fault isolation of problems associated with a depth sounding product are typically...
View ArticlePushrod extension for Tiller Pilot ST1000
I Need to choose pushrod extension for Raymarine Tiller Pilot ST1000. The distance from the mounting socket on the starboard to the center line (“C") is 705 mm about 27.8 in. Which extension should I...
View ArticleCold weather and Ray e97
FINALLY having my Ray e97 and e127, ray star and Quantum radar networked and working fine, it is now time to pull the boat for the cold New England Winter. Temps average teens up here, but can go to 0...
View ArticleImages of equipment for diagrams
Are there images of the various pieces of equipment that I could download and then use to develop a network diagram for my new electronics system? I am currently using boxes and the images would be...
View ArticleAdding a second chartplotter
Evening; I am adding an eS78, Quantum radar, and AIS650 to my existing system (windvane with ITC-5, DST200 triducer, EVO autopilot with ACU-200/p70/EV-1, 3 i70 displays, Garmin GNT10 through a adapter...
View ArticleGPS Connection
Is this correct for wiring a NMEA version Raystar 120 to an AIS 650? 120 black to AIS yellow. 120 yellow to AIS gray Then the AIS pink and purple to NMEA 4800 baud equipment such as radios. Thank you.
View ArticleSmart Controller loses connection
My smart controller loses the network connection every few minutes even when right alongside of the base unit. It is getting SeaTalk communication during these outages according to incoming voltage on...
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