Raymarine RAYDATA INSTRUMENT User Manual

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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UNITED STATES

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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.

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.

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Terms in bold type are included in the glossary.

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

connected via a SeaTalk 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.

interface, and/or receiving NMEA 0183

Operation of the RayData revolves around a “Chapter and Pages” concept. There are four chapters, each with multiple pages and subpages 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 F acilities

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

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• 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 offcourse 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 NO TE

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 T ransducer (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 T ransducer (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.

10° Max

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.

NAV

POWER

DEPTH

SPEED

RAYDATA

MOB

LOCK

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Caution: Make sure there are no hidden electrical wires or other items behind the desired location before proceeding.

2. Remove the mounting template (located just inside the rear cover of

this handbook), and attach it to the panel. Drill a pilot hole inside the circular hole.

3. Using a suitable hole saw, cut a 3in (76mm) diameter hole to match

the pattern.

4. Drill four 3/16in (5mm) holes for the thumb studs.

5. Deburr the machined holes, and fix the RayData to the panel using

the four thumb studs and four thumb screws.

T runnion Mounting

To mount the RayData using the optional trunnion mounting kit:

1. Attach the trunnion surface mounting bracket (1) to the selected

mounting surface, using the two self-tapping countersunk screws (2).

POWER

NAV

DEPTH

SPEED

RAYDATA

MOB

LOCK

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1 Surface mounting bracket 2 Self-tapping countersunk screws 3 Unit bracket 4 RayData 5 Rear cover 6 Pan-headed screws 7 Rubber washers 8 Knobs

2. Place the unit bracket (3) over the boss of the RayData (4).

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3. Make all the required connections to the back of the RayData, as

described in the following section, “RayData Connections”.

4. Place the rear cover (5) over the cables, and use the four pan-

headed screws (6) to fasten this cover and the unit bracket (3) to the back of the RayData (4).

5. Attach the unit bracket (3) to the surface mounting bracket (1), with

the rubber washers (7) positioned between the two brackets, and secure it in position using the knobs (8) provided.

2.7 RayData Connections

Yellow Screen Red

Red

Blue

Brown

White

SeaTalk

Red Screen Yellow

Blue

Screen

Black

Red Green Screen

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The rear panel of the RayData has the following connectors:

1. Depth: 3 lug connectors

2. Speed & temperature: 5 lug connectors

3. NMEA input: 2 lug connectors

4. SeaTalk input and output: 2 sets of 3 lug connectors for power, data

and ground

Stand-Alone System

If you are using the RayData as a stand-alone system, you will only need to use the depth and speed connectors, together with the SeaTalk input for power input, as shown in the following diagram.

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SeaTalk

Fuse 5A

12VDC

Caution: The RayData must be connected to a 12V supply only. Connect the power supply using the standard power cable supplied, as

follows:

1. Connect the molded power plug to one of the SeaTalk connections

on the rear of the RayData. Run the free end back to the vessel’s 12V DC distribution panel or battery.

2. Cut the cable to length and connect the red wire to 12V and the

screen to 0V. Protect the circuit with a 5A fuse/circuit breaker.

Larger System

If you are using the RayData as part of a larger system, you will need to use the SeaTalk and/or NMEA connectors. You can still use the directlyconnected depth and speed transducers in this case.

The RayData can be connected to an existing SeaTalk system, using a standard SeaTalk extension or interface cable connected to the SeaTalk connectors on the rear of the RayData. The power supply and data are passed from instrument to instrument via the daisy loom cable, as shown in the following diagram.

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NMEA in

SeaTalk in/out and power

SeaTalk

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Chapter 3: Getting Started 17

Chapter 3: Getting Started

3.1 Introduction

This chapter introduces the RayData, explains how to turn it on and off, describes the display and the functions of the keys, and explains how to perform some basic operations.

It covers the following topics:

• Using the keys

• Turning the RayData on and off

• The display

• Changing the information displayed

• Changing the lighting

• Using the Locked Heading facility

• Man overboard (MOB)

Details of the functions of all the key presses are given in Appendix A.

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3.2 Using the Keys

The RayData is controlled using the five keys: NAV (POWER), DEPTH (LIGHTS), SPEED,

ÚÚ

and

ÙÙ

. The keys can be used singly or in

ÙÙ

combinations, so that operating your RayData is quick and simple. There are two ways in which each key can be used:

• Press: Press the key momentarily and then release it.

• Press and hold: Press the key and hold it down for the length of time

stated (for example, three seconds), and then release.

As you press a key, a single beep confirms the key action. If the key press is not valid for the current screen or mode, three beeps sound to indicate that no response is available.

3.3 T urning the RayData On and Off

When you turn on the power to the RayData, the keys light up and the LCD display shows the software version for three seconds. The screen then automatically changes to show the data that was displayed when the RayData was last used. If this is the first time the unit has been turned on, the display shows the depth, as shown in the illustration below.

Data type

Data value

Sub-page availability indicator

RA YDAT A

NAV DEPTH SPEED

MOBPOWER LOCK

Units

Text description

Trend arrow

Additional information

Depth offset type

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The data displays initially default to imperial units (knots, nautical miles and feet), but you can change these as described in Chapter 4.

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In low light levels, you can turn on and adjust the display backlighting and contrast, as described later in this chapter (see Section 3.6).

To turn the RayData off, press and hold the NAV (POWER) key for three seconds. The RayData display is cleared and the key lights go off. The RayData is now in power-saving mode.

To turn the RayData on again, press and release the NAV (POWER) key.

3.4 The Display

The display can show one to four items of data and their associated information at one time. Such a set is called a page. The pages are grouped into three main chapters, each of which is accessed using one of the three main keys (DEPTH, SPEED or NAV). In addition, there is a Setup chapter that allows you to set the defaults for your system (see Chapter 4).

The main types of information shown on a display page are described below, with reference to the illustration on the previous page.

Data Value

The single-line displays, such as the example depth display, each show the data value in digits 1” (25mm) high, so that it is easy to read from a distance. Other displays, such as the three-line page shown in page 21, show more lines of data with smaller characters.

If no data is available for a displayed function, dashes are displayed instead of the value.

T ext Description

A text description of the current function (such as DEPTH) is shown, followed by the units of measurement. For example, for the Depth function the units can be feet (FEET), metres (MTRS), or fathoms (FATH). You can change the default units and other information, as described in Chapter 4.

The position of the description depends on the type of display: for a singe-line display, the text is in the top line; for a multi-line display, the description is to the left of the data value, and the units to the right of the value.

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T rend Arro w

To the right of the single-line data value, a trend arrow is provided on the main depth and speed displays.

The direction of the arrow indicates whether the value is rising or falling. For the Depth function, an up-arrow indicates that the bottom is coming up: that is, the depth is decreasing.

The length of the trend arrow indicates the speed with which the value is changing. The arrow consists of up to six segments. The more segments are displayed, the greater the difference between the current value and that shown in the previous update of the display.

Additional Information

Additional information may be shown along the bottom line of the page, such as:

ÙÙ

• Whether you can display a different sub-page by pressing the key: this is indicated by a Ù symbol in the lower left corner of the screen

ÙÙ

• Which key(s) to press to perform an operation such as changing or resetting a value (see Chapters 4 and 5)

• An alarm warning message (see Chapter 5)

• Information relating to the data, such as the depth offset

• A bargraph providing a graphical indication of, for example, steering deviation or rudder angle

Note that the steering bargraphs are not linear: the first segment is displayed with only a small deviation, the second when the deviation is more than doubled and, when five segments are already displayed, a very large increase in deviation is required before the sixth is displayed.

3.5 Changing the Information Displayed

You can display any of the information available to the RayData using the five keys.

For example, when the main depth page is displayed, you can use the DEPTH key to cycle through three main pages as follows:

1. With the main depth display on the screen, as shown on page 18,

press DEPTH to display the sea temperature.

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2. Press DEPTH again to display a three-line page, showing the

depth, speed and temperature.

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3. Press DEPTH a third time to return to the main depth display.

These are the three main pages in the Depth Chapter. Further sub-pages are available using other keys.

ÙÙ

For example, with the main depth display on the screen, press the key. The minimum depth that has been encountered is displayed, as shown in the following example.

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The Ù symbol in the bottom left corner of the screen indicates that further screens are available: press sub-pages, or DEPTH to return to the main page.

ÚÚ

to move backwards. Alternatively, you can press

ÚÚ

ÙÙ

to move forwards through the

ÙÙ

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Similarly, you can use the SPEED key to display the speed and log pages in the Speed Chapter, and the NAV key to access any navigational data that is received via SeaTalk or NMEA connections, and displayed in the Nav Chapter pages.

The RayData Quick Reference Card, included with your RayData, summarises the display pages available and the sequences in which they are displayed. In addition, each page is described in detail in Chapter 6.

3.6 Changing the Lighting

The level of lighting and contrast for the screen is controlled using the DEPTH key, as indicated by the lamp symbol over the key on the RayData front panel. The keys are always lit, so you will always be able to read the key labels.

To change the screen lighting and contrast:

1. Press and hold the DEPTH key for one second. The lighting control

page appears. This is a temporary display, and reverts to the previous page if you do not press a key for five seconds.

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If the lighting was off before this page was displayed, the lighting is automatically switched on at the highest level. If the lighting was already on, the current lighting level is retained.

2. Press the DEPTH key to cycle through the lighting level options, HI,

LOW and OFF, until the required level is shown.

ÙÙ

ÚÚ

3. Press the

(in the range 1 to 16), until the required contrast level is shown.

After five seconds, or if you press SPEED, the display returns to the page that was displayed before you selected the lighting control page, with the new lighting and contrast levels. The contrast level is retained until you reset it; the lighting level is retained until you reset it or turn the RayData off.

ÙÙ

key to increase or decrease the contrast level

ÚÚ

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3.7 Using the Locked Heading Facility

If your RayData is connected to other instruments which supply heading information, you can use the RayData Locked Heading facility to specify the heading on which you wish to steer.

Note: If you are using a SeaTalk connected autopilot, its locked heading will over-ride the RayData’s locked heading, and will be displayed on the RayData Locked Heading screen with a PILOT HEADING indicator. The RayData facility does not control the autopilot’s heading.

To select the current heading as the locked heading, simply press

ÚÚ

key combination is used for a different purpose). The Locked Heading page is displayed, as shown below.

and

ÙÙ

together from any page (except those that indicate that this

ÙÙ

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This page shows both the locked heading and the current heading. The steering bargraph allows you to see at a glance in which direction and how far you are straying from the locked heading, and take corrective action.

ÙÙ

ÚÚ

If you wish to change the locked heading, you can use the keys to increase or decrease its value.

ÚÚ

To unlock the heading, press Press DEPTH to return to the previous Depth Chapter page, or press

the SPEED or NAV key to display a different main page. For further information, refer to the “Locked Heading” section at the end

of Chapter 6.

ÚÚ

and

ÙÙ

together again.

ÙÙ

ÚÚ

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3.8 Man Overboard (MOB)

If your RayData is connected via SeaTalk to other instruments with the facility to handle “man overboard” (MOB) calculations, you can send and cancel MOB warnings. Note that no waypoint data will be sent by the RayData.

Sending an MOB W arning

To send an MOB warning, press the DEPTH and SPEED keys together, as indicated by the MOB label on the RayData front panel. An audible alarm sounds (unless this has been disabled using the Setup option, as described in Chapter 4).

If there is no MOB Master instrument on your SeaTalk system, the RayData screen will display the message “MOB NOT AVAILABLE”.

If an MOB Master on the SeaTalk system responds, the audible alarm stops and an MOB page such as the following is displayed:

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This shows the location and distance of the MOB point you need to steer towards, together with a steering bargraph. It is a special version of the Waypoint/Bearing/Distance page (see page 56).

The MOB page is also displayed if a SeaTalk MOB message is received from other instruments.

Note: Certain models of Raymarine chart plotters will respond to an MOB warning from the RayData, and track to the MOB location, but will not return the data for the RayData to display. In this case, you can turn off the audible alarm by pressing any key. The message “MOB NOT AVAILABLE” will be displayed until you cancel the MOB.

Chapter 3: Getting Started 25

Cancelling an MOB W arning

To cancel an MOB warning, press and hold the DEPTH and SPEED keys for one second. The MOB information is cleared and the display reverts to the Waypoint/Bearing/Distance page.

The MOB warning will also be cancelled if an appropriate message is received from another instrument via the SeaTalk connection.

3.9 Key Functions

The five keys have the following main functions:

• NAV (POWER) is used to:

- Turn the RayData on and off

- Access the Nav Chapter of display pages, if the RayData is

receiving navigation data via the SeaTalk and/or NMEA connection

• DEPTH (LIGHTS) is used to:

- Access the Depth Chapter of display pages, which include depth

and temperature displays and alarm controls

- Control the lighting and contrast level for the screen, and the

lighting level for the keys

• SPEED is used to:

- Access the Speed Chapter of display pages, which include speed

and log displays

- In combination with DEPTH, send/cancel an MOB warning

ÚÚ

•

ÚÚ

The key functions, including the combination key-press functions, are detailed in the table in Appendix A.

ÙÙ

and

are used as follows:

ÙÙ

to move forwards through the available sub-pages, increase a

ÙÙ

value, or move forwards through setup options

ÚÚ

to move backwards through the available sub-pages, decrease

ÚÚ

a value, or scroll backwards through setup options

ÚÚ

heading, reset a value or make a selection

and

ÙÙ

together to perform operations such as lock/unlock the

ÙÙ

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Chapter 4: Setup and Calibration 27

Chapter 4: Setup and Calibration

4.1 Introduction

This chapter explains how to set up the defaults for your RayData. These control the way in which information is displayed on the RayData, such as the numerical units used and the time format. It also explains how to calibrate the speed value for your vessel.

The RayData is pre-programmed with factory default settings. If you change any of these, the new defaults will remain set, even if the power is disconnected, unless you perform a factory reset as described in Chapter 7.

You should set up and calibrate your RayData as soon as possible after installation. Changing the defaults at a later date may have unexpected results: for example, if you change the distance units from nautical miles to kilometres after travelling 50nm, the log recording the total distance travelled will then read 50km.

You should keep a record of the default settings you have changed. This chapter covers the following topics:

• Using the Setup pages

• Setup options

• Speed calibration

Note: As it leaves the factory, the RayData is set to Master for depth, speed and temperature data: that is, it is set up to receive data from directly connected speed and depth transducers (or, if there are no directly-connected transducers, from NMEA). If the RayData is being used as a Repeater for SeaTalk depth, speed and temperature data, you must specify this in the setup procedure, otherwise this data will not be displayed.

Note: When repeating speed and depth information from NMEA, the calibration values, alarms and depth offset have no effect.

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4.2 Using the Setup Pages

To access the Setup pages, press NAV and page is displayed:

This is the first of the Setup pages, and shows the Depth Units menu, with the current default value highlighted. The initial default setting for depth units is FEET.

To change the RayData defaults:

ÙÙ

ÚÚ

1. Use the

available menus, without affecting the current settings. Some menus consist of lists of options, from which you can select the appropriate one. Others consist of a value that you can increase of decrease. The options are listed in Section 4.3.

ÙÙ

key to scroll forwards or backwards through the

ÚÚ

ÙÙ

together. The following

ÙÙ

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2. When the required menu is displayed, press

select the menu. The menu title is highlighted.

3. Use the

decrease or increase the value displayed.

4. When you have highlighted the required option, or set the value

correctly, press as the new default, and moves on to the next menu.

5. Repeat steps 1 to 4 until you have set all the required defaults.

6. Return to the last-used non-Setup page by pressing NAV and

together. All the new entries are then validated.

4.3 Setup Options

The following table lists the Setup menus and their options, shows the factory default setting, and provides a space for you to make a note of your new default setting. Use the menus in the order shown, or

ÚÚ

and

ÚÚ

ÙÙ

key to scroll down or up the menu options, or to

ÙÙ

ÚÚ

and

ÙÙ

together. This enters the option or value

ÙÙ

key to scroll forwards through the

ÙÙ

ÚÚ

to scroll backwards.

ÚÚ

ÙÙ

together to

ÙÙ

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Menu Options Factory New

Default Default

Depth Units FEET FEET

METRES

FATHOMS Depth Offset Value 0 Sounder Control ON ON

OFF Audible Alarm ON ON

OFF Speed Units KMH KNOTS

MPH

KNOTS Temperature Units DEG C DEG F

DEG F Distance Units KM NM

NM Position LAT LON LAT LON

TD (only with NMEA input ) Variation Variation value: 0

plus [W] or minus [E] up to

30°, in whole degrees True/Magnetic Mode TRUE MAGNETIC

MAGNETIC Depth Response Level 1 - 15 4 Speed Response Level 1 - 15 4 Temperature Response Level 1 - 15 4 Heading Response Level 1 - 15 4 Time Format 12 HOUR 24 HOUR

24 HOUR Time Offset Offset value: 0

Plus or minus up to 12 hours,

in whole hours

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Menu Options Factory New

Default Default

Simulator ON OFF OFF

OFF Speed Mode REPEATER MASTER

MASTER Depth Mode REPEATER MASTER

MASTER

Most of the menus and options are self-explanatory. The following subsections provide further information about the remainder.

Depth Offset

Without a depth offset, the depth value displayed on the RayData will be the distance from the transducer to the bottom. You can adjust the offset value to give the depth from either of the following:

• Keel: Reduce the depth offset value to set it to the distance between

the transducer and the keel, as a negative value

• Waterline: Increase the depth offset value to set it to the distance

between the waterline and the transducer, as a positive value

The Depth page displays an indication of the type of offset (Keel, Waterline or Transducer) based on whether you set a negative or positive value here, or leave the value set to zero.

Note: If you have just changed the depth units in the previous setup page, the units for the depth offset calibration will not be updated until you have left the Setup Chapter and then reselected it.

When you adjust the depth offset, the maximum value (positive or negative) and the resolution you can enter depends on the depth units, as follows:

Units Maximum Resolution

Feet 10.0 0.1 Metres 3.0 0.1 Fathoms 2.0 0.1

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Sounder Control

The Sounder Control menu allows you to turn the internal depth sounder transmitter off, without switching off the RayData. You may wish to do this if it would otherwise interfere with other equipment, such as a fish-finder. Use the Setup menu to turn the sounder on again when required.

If you set the RayData Depth Mode to Repeater (see below), the sounder is turned off automatically.

Response Level

The Response Level settings control the update rate of the display, for depth, speed, temperature or heading inputs. Select a value in the range 1 - 15 seconds. Use a larger response level value to see rapid changes in the data value, or a smaller response level value to smooth out changes in the data value.

Mode

The Speed Mode and Depth Mode must be set to indicate the way in which your system is set up, as follows:

• Leave the mode set to Master if the transducer is connected to the

RayData directly, or if you wish to repeat depth and/or speed and temperature information from NMEA.

• Set the mode to Repeater if the RayData is primarily a remote

display. You can only have one Master setting for each mode on your system. Refer to Appendix B, “Data Sources”, for further information.

4.4 Speed Calibration

You need to calibrate the speed transducer to ensure that the value displayed on the RayData is accurate.

When making a calibration, the transducer’s apparent speed reading is compared with the known speed, determined by travelling a known distance and recording the time taken. The factor required to correct the transducer’s speed reading is stored by the RayData or entered manually as a calibration factor. The factor is applied to the speed transducer data to obtain the correct value on the display.

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There are two methods of updating the speed calibration:

• Automatic calibration. You travel a known distance, and the

RayData calculates and stores the required calibration factor.

• Manual calibration. If you know the calibration factor required for

your vessel, or if you wish to calculate it yourself, you can set the

RayData’s speed calibration value. In both cases, you need to use the Speed Calibration option from the

Setup pages, as described on the following pages for each method.

Automatic Calibration

To calibrate the speed automatically, run between two points a known distance apart while the RayData monitors the speed data. You can perform up to four calibration runs, and the RayData averages the information to obtain the calibration factor that will be used to correct the speed data displayed.

Select an easily identifiable measured distance from the chart (between

0.5 and 1.0nm), and carry out the calibration when the tide flow is least. You should complete a minimum of two runs, one in each direction, to cancel the tidal effect.

To perform the speed calibration:

1. If one of the Setup pages is not currently displayed, press NAV and

ÙÙ

together to display the first Setup page.

ÙÙ

2. Press SPEED. The Auto Speed Cal page is displayed.

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The display shows that the current calibration run number is 1, and provides a default of 1.00nm for the length of the calibration run.

ÙÙ

3. Use the

the calibration run length, until it matches the length of the calibration distance you plan to use for this run. You cannot change the distance units here.

key to increase or the

ÙÙ

ÚÚ

key to decrease the value of

ÚÚ

Chapter 4: Setup and Calibration 33

4. When your vessel reaches the start point for the first calibration run,

press SPEED to start the run. The display indicates that the run is in progress.

5. When you reach the end point of the run, press SPEED again to

stop the measurement. The display returns to the Auto Speed Cal page.

6. If you wish to continue calibration with the next run, press DEPTH to

increase the run number by one. If you were not happy with the run, you can leave the run number the same and repeat the current run now, or continue now and repeat the run later.

7. Repeat steps 4 to 6 until you have completed all the runs. If all four

runs have been completed, when you press DEPTH the run number returns to 1: if any of the runs were incorrect, you can use the DEPTH key to select the required run number and then repeat the run if required.

8. Press NAV to exit. The Exit Speed Setup page is displayed.

9. Press SPEED to store the new calibration factor. Alternatively, press

NAV to cancel all changes. The last-used Setup page is displayed. Press NAV and

to return to normal operation.

Manual Calibration

If you already know the correct calibration factor, or have calculated it yourself by timing a known distance run, you should adjust the RayData’s calibration value as follows:

1. If one of the Setup pages is not currently displayed, press NAV and

ÙÙ

together to display the first Setup page.

ÙÙ

2. Press SPEED. The Auto Speed Cal page is displayed (see above).

3. Press NAV to exit. The Exit Speed Setup page is displayed.

4. Press DEPTH to display the Manual Speed Cal page.

ÙÙ

together

ÙÙ

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The display shows a calibration value of 1.00 (no calibration factor).

ÙÙ

5. Use the

required.

6. Press

NAV to cancel all changes. The last-used Setup page is displayed. Press NAV and

to return to normal operation.

key to increase or the

ÙÙ

ÚÚ

and

ÙÙ

together to set the new value. Alternatively, press

ÙÙ

ÚÚ

key to decrease the value as

ÚÚ

ÙÙ

together

ÙÙ

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Chapter 5: Alarms

5.1 Introduction

This chapter explains how to set alarm limits and turn alarms on and off, and how to handle alarms when they activate.

The alarm values that you set are limits. If the value received from a sensor falls outside the range set by the upper and lower alarm values, the result is an active alarm condition which is reported with a visual message and, depending on your setup selection, an audible signal.

You can turn an alarm off so that it will not activate. In this case, the alarm limit value is retained, and redisplayed when you turn the alarm on again.

The RayData provides the following types of alarm:

• Shallow depth alarm, which is activated when the water is shallower

than the specified depth . Set this alarm to a value greater than the

depth at which you will ground, to allow yourself time to respond to

the alarm; allow a greater margin if you are in areas where the bottom

can shelve steeply.

• Deep depth alarm, which is activated when the water exceeds the

specified depth. This is useful when locating fishing grounds, or when

moving offshore away from coastal waters.

• Anchor alarm, which is activated when the depth becomes more

than or less than the values you have specified. In addition to its

usefulness in monitoring the depth of the anchored position, the

anchor alarm can also be used to help you maintain position on a

suitable depth-limited fishing ground, without having to reset the

normal shallow and deep alarm limits.

• Temperature alarm, which is activated when the surface sea

temperature becomes more than or less than the values you have

specified. This alarm is useful for locating warm currents or streams

for fishing, or to let you know when the water temperature is suitable

for swimming. Note: When repeating depth and temperature information from NMEA,

the alarm settings have no effect.

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5.2 Setting Alarms

Alarms can be set for the following data:

• Depth: Shallow and Deep, reported as two separate alarms

• Anchor: Lower and Upper limits

• Temperature: Lower and Upper limits When you first install your RayData, the alarms are set as follows:

Alarm Limit Value On/Off

Depth Shallow 10 feet ON Depth Deep 100 feet OFF Anchor Lower 30 feet OFF

Upper 60 feet OFF

Temperature Lower 32 °F OFF

Upper 90 °F OFF

All the display pages that deal with setting alarms are part of the Depth Chapter, and are accessed as shown in the diagram below.

DEPTH

MAIN

DEPTH

SEA

TEMP

DEPTH

SPEED DEPTH

TEMP

Press DEPTH key to return to main page

MINIMUM

DEPTH

++++

Reset minimum

TEMP

ALARM

TEMP

ALARM

ADJUST

SHALLOW

ALARM

SHALLOW

ALARM

ADJUST

DEPTH

DEEP

ALARM

DEEP

ALARM

ADJUST

ANCHOR

ALARM

ANCHOR

ALARM

ADJUST

PAGES

The units for the alarm limits are the same as those set for the depth and temperature using the Setup pages (see Chapter 4).

Note: On SeaTalk systems, these alarms are global. Any unit on the system, including the RayData, can set or change the alarm values, and switch the alarms on or off. The new settings are shown on all the other units.

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Chapter 5: Alarms 37

T urning Alarms On and Off

You can turn any RayData alarm off so that it will not activate. For example, may wish to disable the anchor alarm while you are cruising. This is not the same as acknowledging an alarm when it becomes active, which is described in Section 5.3.

The alarm status is shown on the appropriate alarm page: if the alarm is on, the current alarm limit value(s) is displayed; if it is off, the text “ALARM OFF” is displayed.

ÚÚ

To disable the alarm, press and hold seconds. The value(s) is replaced by the text “ALARM OFF”.

To turn the alarm back on, press and hold seconds again. The current alarm limit value(s) is displayed.

Note that you can adjust the alarm limits, as described below, irrespective of whether the alarm is on or off.

ÚÚ

and

ÚÚ

ÙÙ

together for six

ÙÙ

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ÙÙ

and

ÙÙ

Adjusting the Shallow Alarm Limit

The minimum and maximum alarm depths you can select, and the resolution of the alarms, depend on the units selected as follows:

together for six

Units Minimum Maximum Resolution

Depth Depth

Feet 3 30 Tenths of feet Fathoms 0.5 5 Tenths of fathoms Metres 1 9 Tenths of metres

The shallow alarm limit must be less than the deep alarm limit.

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To adjust the shallow depth alarm value:

1. Press DEPTH to access the last-used Depth Chapter main page. If

this is not the Main Depth page, press DEPTH again to cycle through the Depth Chapter pages until the Main Depth page is displayed (see Section 3.5).

ÙÙ

2. Press the

3. Press the

key to display the Minimum Depth sub-page.

ÙÙ ÙÙ

key again to display the Shallow Alarm sub-page.

ÙÙ

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This shows the current alarm threshold value, or ALARM OFF if the alarm is turned off. To toggle the alarm between on and off, press and hold

4. Press

displayed.

5. Press

operate as follows: Press and release the key to change the right-most digit by one.

For example, if the display value is 11.1, when you press the the value will increase to 11.2. If the display value is 111, the value will increase to 112.

ÚÚ

and

ÚÚ

ÙÙ

to increase the value, or

ÙÙ

and

together for six seconds.

ÙÙ

together. The Shallow Alarm Adjust page is

ÙÙ

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ÚÚ

to decrease it. The keys

ÚÚ

ÙÙ

key

Press and hold the key to change the value more rapidly. The value stops changing after you release the key.

Chapter 5: Alarms 39

6. When you have set the value to the required number, press

ÚÚ

value set.

and

ÙÙ

together to exit to the Shallow Alarm page, with the new

ÙÙ

ÚÚ

7. If the alarm is off, press and hold

to turn it on. The current alarm value is displayed.

If you do not wish to adjust the deep alarm limits, press DEPTH to return to the Main Depth page.

ÚÚ

and

ÙÙ

together for six seconds

ÙÙ

Adjusting the Deep Alarm Limit

The minimum and maximum alarm depths you can select, and the resolution of the alarms, depend on the units selected as follows:

Units Minimum Maximum Resolution

Depth Depth

Feet 10 400 Whole feet Fathoms 2 50 Whole fathoms Metres 3 120 Whole metres

The deep alarm limit must also be greater than the shallow alarm limit. To adjust the deep depth alarm value:

1. Unless you are continuing after setting the shallow alarm, follow

steps 1 to 3 in the Shallow Alarm procedure (page 38).

ÙÙ

2. Press the

current alarm limit, or ALARM OFF if the alarm is turned off. To toggle the alarm between on and off, press and hold together for six seconds.

3. Press

displayed.

4. Adjust the value to the required setting, as described in step 5 in the

Shallow Alarm procedure (page 38).

5. Press

Alarm page.

6. If the alarm is off, press and hold

to turn it on. The current alarm value is displayed.

Press DEPTH to return to the Main Depth page, or the Anchor Alarm page.

key to display the Deep Alarm sub-page, showing the

ÙÙ

ÚÚ

and

ÙÙ

together. The Deep Alarm Adjust page is

ÙÙ

together to set the value and return to the Deep

ÙÙ

ÚÚ

and

ÙÙ

together for six seconds

ÙÙ

Ù Ù

to move on to

Ù Ù

ÚÚ

and

ÙÙ

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Adjusting the Anchor and Temperature Alarm Limits

The anchor and temperature alarm thresholds are both set in the same way. The anchor alarm is used in the example displays.

For the anchor alarm, the minimum and maximum alarm depths you can select, and the resolution of the alarms, are the same as for the shallow and deep alarms.

For the temperature alarm, the range is 5 to 104°F (-10 to +40°C), with a resolution of 0.1°.

To adjust the anchor or temperature alarm values:

1. Display the appropriate alarm page:

ÙÙ

- For the anchor alarm, press described above, or

- For the temperature alarm, use the DEPTH key as many times as required to display the Temperature page, and then

ÙÙ

press

Ú Ú

from the Main Depth page.

Ú Ú

from the Deep Alarm page

ÙÙ

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The page shows the current alarm limits, or ALARM OFF if the alarm is turned off. To toggle the alarm between on and off, press and hold

2. Press

ÚÚ

and

ÙÙ

and

together for six seconds.

ÙÙ

together. The lower adjust page is displayed.

ÙÙ

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3. Press

4. When you have set the value to the required number, press

5. When you have set the value to the required number, press

6. If the alarm is off, press and hold

The new values are now set. Press DEPTH or Depth page.

ÙÙ

to increase the value, or

ÙÙ

step 5 in the Shallow Alarm procedure (page 38).

ÚÚ

step 3 to adjust the value.

ÚÚ

to turn it on. The current alarm limits are displayed.

and

ÙÙ

together to display the upper adjust page, and repeat

ÙÙ

together to return to the Alarm page.

ÙÙ

5.3 Handling Alarms

The RayData will respond to the alarms set internally, as well as any external Watch alarms received from other instruments via the SeaTalk connection.

Alarm Notification

ÚÚ

to decrease it, as described in

ÚÚ

and

ÙÙ

together for six seconds

ÙÙ

Ù Ù

to return to the Main

Ù Ù

When a data value goes outside the limits set for the depth, anchor or temperature alarms, a text message is displayed on the RayData screen and, if requested, an audible alarm sounds. You can select whether or not an audible alarm sounds using the Setup pages (see Chapter 4).

The text message appears in reversed video (white on a black rectangle), and shows the name of the alarm that is currently active, as shown in the example below.

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Note: The alarm message is shown on the current data display, even if it does not relate to the data on that page.

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If more that one alarm is active, the alarms will be handled in order of priority, as follows:

1. Watch alarm

2. Shallow alarm

3. Anchor alarm

4. Deep alarm

5. Temperature alarm

Dealing with an Alarm

To silence an audible alarm, press any key. This turns the audible alarm off for 30 seconds. If, after this period, the alarm condition still exists, the audible alarm will sound again.

The alarm text message remains on the display, and the SeaTalk alarm remains active, until the data value returns within the safe limits set.

You may wish to adjust the alarm limits, depending on the current temperature or depth conditions, or to disable an alarm completely. These procedures are described in Section 5.2. You can also disable the audible alarm by selecting the appropriate option in the Setup pages (see Chapter 4).

If your system includes a SeaTalk autopilot with a Watch alarm facility, the RayData will respond to a Watch alarm but cannot set it or disable it. You can acknowledge a Watch alarm by pressing any key, which turns off the audible alarm for three minutes.

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Chapter 6: The Display Pages

6.1 Introduction

The RayData can display a wide range of information in the form of pages, which are grouped into chapters. Each of the main chapters Depth, Speed and Nav - is accessed directly using a dedicated key. When you press the NAV, SPEED or DEPTH key to access the required chapter, the page displayed is the main page that was used last from that chapter.

This chapter of the handbook provides reference information on the following:

• The Depth Chapter, which includes depth, temperature and threeline pages

• The Speed Chapter, which includes speed, log and three-line pages

• The Nav Chapter, which includes navigation pages, if the RayData is connected to other instruments that make this information available

For each chapter, the individual pages (and their sub-pages) are described in detail, excluding the the alarm setup pages which are described in Chapter 5. The pages in the Setup Chapter are described in Chapter 4.

For instructions on operating the RayData, and general information on the displays, refer to Chapter 3, “Getting Started”, and to the RayData Quick Reference Card included with your RayData.

Note: Each page description includes information on the effect of key presses that are specific to that page. The following key press combinations have the same effect, irrespective of the page displayed when they are pressed:

Keys Page Displayed

ÚÚ

ÙÙ

ÚÚ

ÙÙ

SPEED+DEPTH MOB page (see Section 3.8)

Locked Heading page, unless the current page indicates that this key combination is used for a different purpose (see Section 3.7)

ÙÙ

NAV+

ÙÙ

Refer to the Key Functions table in Appendix A for further information.

First Setup Chapter page (see Chapter 4)

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6.2 The Depth Chapter

The Depth Chapter consists of three main pages and 10 sub-pages, as shown in the diagram below.

DEPTH

MAIN

DEPTH

SEA

TEMP

DEPTH

SPEED DEPTH

TEMP

Press DEPTH key to return to main page

MINIMUM

DEPTH

++++

Reset minimum

TEMP

ALARM

TEMP

ALARM

ADJUST

SHALLOW

ALARM

SHALLOW

ALARM

ADJUST

DEPTH

This section describes the following pages:

• Main Depth

Minimum Depth Shallow Alarm Deep Alarm

DEEP

ALARM

DEEP

ALARM

ADJUST

ANCHOR

ALARM

ANCHOR

ALARM

ADJUST

PAGES

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Anchor Alarm

• Sea Temperature

Temperature Alarm

• 3-Line Page (speed, depth and temperature)

The pages dealing with setting alarms are described in detail in Chapter 5.

Main Depth

To display this page, press DEPTH from any page. If one of the Depth Chapter pages is already displayed, or if this page was not the last-used Depth Chapter page, press DEPTH again to cycle through the Depth pages until this page is displayed.

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This display shows the depth in metres, feet or fathoms, depending on the choice made in the Setup pages (see Chapter 4). The letter in the lower right corner indicates the depth offset: that is, whether the depth is measured from the keel (K), waterline (W) or transducer (T). The depth offset is determined by the Setup selection, together with the response.

Note: If the depth data is being repeated from NMEA, the alarms and depth offset specified for the RayData have no effect, and no depth offset letter is displayed.

The trend arrow at the right edge of the display indicates the direction and rate of change of the depth. An upwards arrow means that the bottom is rising: that is, the depth is decreasing.

The length of the trend arrow indicates the speed with which the value is changing. The arrow consists of up to six segments, including the arrow head. The more segments are displayed, the greater the difference between the current value and that shown in the previous update of the display.

An alarm indicator (shallow or deep) is displayed at the bottom of any screen if the depth value is outside the specified safe range, as described in Chapter 5.

If the depth echo is lost, the display shows dashed lines for the missing depth value, together with the last depth reading received, as shown in the following example.

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Minimum Depth

To display this sub-page, press

This page shows the minimum depth that has been encountered since the value was last reset. The units and depth offset are the same as those for the Main Depth value.

To reset the minimum depth value, press current depth will be displayed as the new minimum depth.

ÙÙ

from the Main Depth page.

ÙÙ

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ÚÚ

and

ÙÙ

together. The

ÙÙ

Shallow Alarm

To display this sub-page, press or twice from the Main Depth page.

ÙÙ

once from the Minimum Depth page,

ÙÙ

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This page shows the current setting of the depth limit value that will set off a shallow alarm or, if the alarm has been turned off, the text “ALARM OFF”. The units and depth offset are the same as those for the Main Depth value.

ÚÚ

Press and hold alarm either from off to on or from on to off.

For detailed information on using and setting alarms, refer to Chapter 5.

ÚÚ

and

ÙÙ

together for three seconds to toggle the

ÙÙ

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Deep Alarm

To display this sub-page, press or three times from the Main Depth page.

This page, and its associated Deep Alarm Adjust page, are identical to the Shallow Alarm pages, except that they are used to display and update the deep alarm limit rather than the shallow alarm limit.

ÙÙ

once from the Shallow Alarm page,

ÙÙ

Anchor Alarm

To display this sub-page, press

ÚÚ

from the Main Depth page.

ÚÚ

This page shows the current settings for the upper and lower values that will set off an anchor alarm or, if the alarm has been turned off, the text “ALARM OFF”. The units are the same as those for the Main Depth value.

ÙÙ

once from the Deep Alarm page, or

ÙÙ

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ÚÚ

Press and hold alarm either from off to on or from on to off.

For detailed information on using and setting alarms, refer to Chapter 5.

ÚÚ

and

ÙÙ

together for three seconds to toggle the

ÙÙ

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Sea Temperature

To display this page, press DEPTH from the Main Depth page.

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This page shows the current sea surface temperature in °F or °C, depending on the choice made in the Setup pages (see Chapter 4). The temperature response is also determined by the Setup selection.

An alarm indicator is displayed at the bottom of any screen if the temperature value is outside the specified safe range.

Temperature Alarm

To display this sub-page, press This page shows the current settings for the upper and lower values

that will set off a temperature alarm or, if the alarm has been turned off, the text “ALARM OFF”. The units are the same as those for the main temperature value.

ÚÚ

Press and hold alarm either from off to on or from on to off.

This page and its associated adjust pages are identical to those for the anchor alarm described on the previous page, except that they deal with the temperature. Refer to Chapter 5 for detailed information about using and setting alarms.

ÚÚ

and

ÙÙ

from the Temperature page.

ÙÙ

together for three seconds to toggle the

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3-Line Page (Speed, Depth and T emperature)

To display this page, press DEPTH from the Temperature page, or use the SPEED to key access the Speed Chapter and scroll through the pages until this one is displayed (see Section 6.3).

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This display combines the current depth, speed and sea temperature data on a single screen for convenience. The units for the data are those specified in the Setup pages.

Press DEPTH to return to the Main Depth page.

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6.3 The Speed Chapter

The Speed Chapter consists of three main pages and three sub-pages, as shown in the diagram below.

SPEED

OVER

GROUND

SPEED

THROUGH

WATER

SPEED

LOG &

TRIP

SPEED

SPEED DEPTH

TEMP

Press SPEED key to return to main page

MAXIMUM

SPEED

Reset maximum

Reset trip

AVERAGE

Reset average

This section describes the pages in the following order:

• Speed Through Water

Maximum Speed Average Speed Speed Over Ground (SOG)

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• Log/Trip

• 3-Line Page (speed, depth and temperature)

Note that the Speed Over Ground (SOG) data is only displayed if this information is available over a SeaTalk or NMEA connection.

Speed Through Water

To display this page, press SPEED from any page. If one of the Speed Chapter pages is already displayed, or if this page was not the last-used Speed Chapter page, press SPEED again to cycle through the Speed pages until this page is displayed.

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This display shows the speed in miles per hour (MPH), kilometers per hour (KPH) or knots (KTS), depending on the choice made in the Setup pages (see Chapter 4). The speed response is also determined by the Setup selection.

The trend arrow at the right edge of the display indicates the direction and rate of change of the speed. The length of the trend arrow indicates the speed with which the value is changing. The arrow consists of up to six segments, including the arrow head. The more segments are displayed, the greater the difference between the current value and that shown in the previous update of the display.

The STW indicator in the bottom left corner of the screen serves as a reminder that this page shows the speed through the water, not the speed over the ground (SOG). If you have access to Speed Over

ÚÚ

Ground data via the NMEA input or the SeaTalk bus, you can press to display the SOG sub-page (see below); this data will still be available if you lose speed data from the paddlewheel.

ÚÚ

Maximum Speed

To display this sub-page, press page.

This page shows the maximum speed through the water that has been achieved since the value was last reset. The units are the same as those for the Speed Through Water value.

ÙÙ

from the Speed Through Water

ÙÙ

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To reset the maximum speed value, press current speed will be displayed as the new maximum speed.

ÚÚ

and

ÙÙ

together. The

ÙÙ

Avera ge Speed

To display this sub-page, press page, or twice from the Speed Through Water page.

This page shows the average speed through the water that has been achieved since the value was last reset. The units are the same as those for the Speed Through Water value.

To reset the average speed value, press current speed will be displayed as the new average speed.

ÙÙ

once from the Maximum Speed

ÙÙ

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ÚÚ

and

ÙÙ

together. The

ÙÙ

Speed Over Ground (SOG)

To display this sub-page, press

ÚÚ

from the Speed Through Water page.

ÚÚ

This page shows the current speed over the ground, if this information is available over a SeaTalk or NMEA connection. The units are the same as those for the Speed Through Water value.

The SOG data is also presented together with the BRG, DTW and COG in one of the Nav Chapter pages (see page 56).

From the SOG page you can return to the Speed Through Water page

ÙÙ

by pressing SPEED or

ÙÙ

once from the Average Speed page,

ÙÙ

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Log/T rip

To display this page, press SPEED from the Speed Through Water page.

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This page shows the log (total distance travelled), and the distance travelled on the current trip. The distance is in KM, SM, or NM, depending on the choice made in the Setup pages (see Chapter 4).

You can reset the trip counter, but not the log. To reset the trip counter,

ÚÚ

press and hold the keys down, the trip value flashes until the counter is reset to zero. If you release the keys after less than three seconds, while the trip value is still flashing, the trip will not be reset and the display will return to normal.

ÚÚ

and

ÙÙ

together for three seconds. While you hold

ÙÙ

The Log counter continues to increase during the lifetime of the RayData, and cannot be reset except by a factory reset (see page 63). The maximum distance that can be recorded is 99999.9 KM, SM or NM.

Press SPEED to display the 3-Line Page.

3-Line Page

This Speed, Depth and Temperature page is also accessed using the DEPTH key. Refer to page 49 for further information.

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6.4 The Nav Chapter

The Nav Chapter pages can only display data values if your RayData is connected to instruments providing this information via a SeaTalk bus or NMEA connection. Otherwise, dashes are shown.

Note: When you press the NAV key, do not hold it down for three seconds or you will turn the RayData off.

The Nav Chapter consists of four main pages and four sub-pages, as shown in the diagram below.

TTG/ETA

VMG

NAV

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Press NAV key to return to main screen

NAV

TIME

BRG/DTW COG/SOG

BOAT

HEADING/

RUDDER

ANGLE

POSITION

NAV

WAYPOINT

BEARING

DISTANCE

NAV

HEADING

NAV

LOCKED

HEADING

from other pages/chapters

This section describes the pages in the following order:

• Position

Time & Date

• Waypoint/Bearing/Distance

BRG/DTW/COG/SOG TTG/ETA/VMG

• Heading

Boat Heading and Rudder Angle

• Locked Heading

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Position

To display this page, press NAV from any page. If one of the Nav Chapter pages is already displayed, or if this page was not the last-used Nav Chapter page, press NAV again to cycle through the Nav pages until this page is displayed.

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This display shows the current position in lat/lon or TDs, depending on the choice made in the Setup pages (see Chapter 4). The source of the information is also shown in the bottom right corner, as follows:

D dGPS G GPS L Loran

If the primary position data is lost, the RayData uses the speed and heading data to calculate a dead-reckoned position. This is indicated by the text DEAD RECKONING replacing the POSITION text.

From the Position page, you can press NAV to access the Waypoint/

ÙÙ

Bearing/Distance page, or

to display the Time & Date sub-page.

ÙÙ

Time & Date

To display this sub-page, press

ÙÙ

from the Position page.

ÙÙ

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This page shows the time and, if available, the date.

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The time format (12-hour or 24-hour) and time zone offset can be specified in the Setup pages (see Chapter 4). An am/pm indicator is displayed in 12-hour format.

The date format is month/day/year, and cannot be changed. If the date information is not available, the time data fills the display.

ÙÙ

Press NAV or

to return to the Position page.

ÙÙ

W aypoint/Bearing/Distance

To display this page, press NAV from the Position page.

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This display shows the number, bearing and distance of the next waypoint. The bearing is in degrees Magnetic or degrees True, and the distance is in KM, SM, or NM, depending on the choices made in the Setup pages (see Chapter 4).

If the vessel is tracking to a waypoint, the display also shows a cross track error (XTE) bargraph.

ÙÙ

Press NAV to display the Heading page, or BRG/DTW/COG/SOG sub-page.

to display the

ÙÙ

BRG/DTW/COG/SOG

To display this sub-page, press page.

ÙÙ

from the Waypoint/Bearing/Distance

ÙÙ

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This page shows the Bearing to Waypoint (BTW), Distance to Waypoint (DTW), Course Over Ground (COG) and Speed Over Ground (SOG).

The units depend on the choices made in the Setup pages (see Chapter 4).

Note that the SOG data is also available as a single-line page display in the Speed Chapter (see page 52).

ÙÙ

Press NAV to return to the Waypoint/Bearing/Distance page, or display the TTG/ETA/VMG sub-page.

ÙÙ

TTG/ET A/VMG

To display this sub-page, press page, or twice from the Waypoint/Bearing/Distance page.

This page shows the following additional information with respect to the waypoint:

• Time To Go (TTG), in hours and minutes, up to 99 hours

• Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA), in either 12- or 24-hour format

• Velocity Made Good (VMG) to waypoint

The units/format depend on the choices made in the Setup pages (see Chapter 4). An am/pm indicator is displayed in 12-hour time format.

ÙÙ

once from the BRG/DTW/COG/SOG

ÙÙ

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Press NAV or

ÙÙ

to return to the Waypoint/Bearing/Distance page.

ÙÙ

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Heading

To display this page, press NAV from the Waypoint/Bearing/Distance page.

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This page shows the heading, in degrees Magnetic or degrees True, depending on the choice made in the Setup pages (see Chapter 4). The response of the heading value is also determined by the Setup selection.

ÙÙ

Press NAV to display the Locked Heading page, or Boat Heading sub-page.

to display the

ÙÙ

Boat Heading and Rudder Angle

To display this sub-page, press

This display provides the value of the vessel’s heading, together with a bar indication of the rudder angle.

ÙÙ

Press NAV or

to return to the Heading page.

ÙÙ

from the Heading page.

ÙÙ

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Locked Heading

You can access this page in two ways:

• Press NAV from the Heading page.

ÚÚ

• Press

This display shows the locked heading and the boat heading, in degrees Magnetic or degrees True, depending on the choice made in the Setup pages (see Chapter 4). It also shows a steering bargraph, which provides a graphical indication of the difference between the two headings.

If the RayData is being used as part of a larger system, with an autopilot connected to the SeaTalk bus, and the autopilot is in lock mode, then the display will show PILOT HEADING instead of LOCKED HEADING, and the locked heading value received from the Autopilot is displayed. Note that the RayData locked heading does not have any effect on the autopilot.

ÚÚ

key combination is used for a different purpose, as indicated on the display. This method also locks the heading, if it is not already locked. If the heading is already locked, this access method does not affect the value of the locked heading.

and

ÙÙ

together from any page, except those where this

ÙÙ

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Locking and Unlocking the Heading

If you have accessed this page via the Heading page, the heading may not be locked. In this case, the locked heading display shows three dashes instead of a value, and the message at the bottom of the screen instructs you to press

To unlock the heading, press

ÚÚ

and

ÙÙ

together to lock the heading.

ÙÙ

ÚÚ

and

ÙÙ

together again.

ÙÙ

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Changing the Locked Heading

If you wish to change the value of the locked heading, use the increase the locked heading value or the single key presses to change the value of the last digit by one, or press and hold the key to change the value by larger amounts, in the same way as for setting alarm values.

Note: You cannot change the locked heading from the RayData if it has been locked by an autopilot, as indicated by PILOT HEADING at the top of the display.

ÚÚ

key to decrease it. Use

ÚÚ

ÙÙ

key to

Locked Heading Over-ride

If the RayData is being used as part of a larger system, with an Autopilot connected to the SeaTalk bus, then the Autopilot selected course will over-ride the RayData locked heading, replacing its value with the new pilot locked heading. When the pilot comes out of locked heading mode, the RayData heading will be unlocked, even if it was previously locked.

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Chapter 7: Problem Solving

7.1 Introduction

This chapter provides information and suggestions, to help you to resolve any problems you may experience when setting up and using your RayData, and to deal with maintenance and servicing.

The chapter covers the following topics:

• Fault finding

• Absent data

• Self test mode

• Factory reset

• Maintenance

• Servicing

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7.2 Fault Finding

All Raymarine products are, prior to packing and shipping, subjected to comprehensive test and quality assurance programs. However, if a fault arises with your RayData, the following table will help you to identify the probable cause and provide the most likely cure.

Fault Cause Action

Instrument display blank. No supply voltage. Check DC power supply to RayData.

Check cabling and security of SeaTalk connectors. Check fuse/breaker. Return unit for repair.

No depth or speed/temp Mode set incorrectly. If repeating SeaTalk data, change data on RayData. mode from Master to Repeater in

setup (see Chapter 4). If repeating NMEA data, change mode from Repeater to Master.

No speed or temperature Speed transducer Check cabling and security of information. cabling problem. speed transducer connector.

No speed through water Paddlewheel fouled. Clean paddlewheel. information. Use Speed Over Ground display (if

available) in interim.

No depth information. Depth transducer Check cabling and security of

cabling problem. depth transducer connector.

No NMEA data. NMEA cabling Check cabling and security of

problem. NMEA connector.

No exchange of SeaTalk cabling Check security of SeaTalk information between problem. connectors. SeaTalk instruments. Disconnect instruments one by one

to isolate faulty unit.

Failure of a group of SeaTalk cabling or Check security of SeaTalk instruments in SeaTalk connector problem. connectors and non-functioning units. chain.

Operation in Very Shallow Water

The Raydata is designed to operate down to a minimum depth of 2.8 feet below the transducer. Below this value, multiple echoes can sometimes be received, resulting in deeper depth readings than the actual depth.

7.3 Absent Data

If a required data value is not received via the SeaTalk bus or NMEA connection for 30 seconds, then the displays that require the data

Chapter 7: Problem Solving 63

(either directly or by calculation) will show three dashes instead of the digits, until the data is received again. If the data is normally available from both SeaTalk and NMEA connections, and only the SeaTalk data is absent, then the NMEA data will be used after 30 seconds.

If position data is lost, but speed and direction are still available, then after 30 seconds the RayData will calculate the position by dead reckoning, and indicate that this is the new data source.

7.4 Self T est Mode

Self Test Mode provides a simple means of testing the lighting, LCD display, keypad and transducer interface.

To enter Self Test Mode:

ÙÙ

1. Press NAV and

2. Press NAV and

The RayData then displays the following:

together to display the first Setup page.

ÙÙ ÚÚ

together.

ÚÚ

1. The software version number and serial number for five seconds.

2. The detection status (Found or Not Found) of the Depth, Speed and

Temperature transducers.

3. A test pattern sequence.

While the test pattern is displayed, the display and key lighting cycles repeatedly through all levels: off, low and high for the display, and low and high for the keys. Three short beeps are generated if you press any key during self-test.

To exit self-test, press NAV and displayed again. Press NAV and

7.5 Factory Reset

The system defaults can be changed using the Setup pages, as described in Chapter 4. If you have problems with the setup changes you have made, you can revert to the original default settings by performing a factory reset.

In addition to resetting the Setup values, the factory reset returns all the alarm settings to the defaults listed in Chapter 5, resets the log, and resets the lighting and contrast levels to their normal levels.

ÚÚ

together. The first Setup page is

ÚÚ

ÙÙ

again to return to normal operation.

ÙÙ

ÚÚ

To reset the system, press the screen is blanked, and “RESETTING IN 5” is displayed. This shows the seconds before the system resets, and the number counts down.

and NAV keys together. The

ÙÙ

ÚÚ

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If you release the keys before the count-down reaches zero, the display will return to the previous page and your settings will be retained.

If you continue to hold the keys down for the full five seconds, so that the count-down reaches zero, then the factory reset will be performed. The version number is displayed, followed by the depth display, using the factory defaults.

7.6 Maintenance

Certain atmospheric conditions may cause condensation to form on the RayData display window. This will not harm the instrument and can be cleared by increasing the illumination setting to HI.

Maintaining satisfactory operation of your RayData will depend on how well you care for the equipment. The following basic maintenance tips can save you time and money, as well as prevent unnecessary and premature failures:

• Always keep the unit as clean as possible.

• Use a soft, clean cloth for cleaning. Do not use abrasive cleansers, chemical cleaners or solvents – use glass cleaners or a suitable general purpose detergent.

• Examine the cables for chafing or abrasions; clean and repair as necessary.

7.7 Servicing

The most common faults encountered are due to poor connections and poor power supplies. You should check all connections and power supplies thoroughly, checking that the power supply cable is sound and that all connections are tight and free from corrosion, before scheduling a service visit or returning the unit.

When running cables, consider the following:

• Avoid running cables through bilges, and secure any coiled lengths at regular intervals.

• Avoid running cables close to fluorescent lights, engines, radio transmitting equipment etc.

• Check cabling for chafing or damage to outer casing, replace where necessary and re-secure.

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Should any difficulties arise, please consult Raymarine’s Product Support department in the U.K. or U.S.A., or your own National Distributor, who will be able to provide expert assistance. If a problem arises that cannot be resolved, you should remove the RayData from its mounting, unplug the cabling, and return the unit to your dealer.

Always quote the serial number when returning a unit for servicing. This is shown on the product label on the rear of the

RayData.

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Appendix A: Key Functions 67

Appendix A: K ey Functions

The function of each of the five RayData keys depends on:

• The circumstances in which it is pressed: that is, the information that is currently displayed on the screen

• The way in which it is pressed: that is, whether you press the key momentarily or press and hold it

• Whether it is pressed in combination with other keys

The following table reviews the functions of all the RayData key presses, including combination key presses, depending on how they are pressed and in what circumstances.

Key Press/ Condition / display Function

Hold

NAV P System is off Turns RayData on

H System is on Turns RayData off after 3 seconds P System is on and navigational Nav Chapter main page (last used) displayed

data available via SeaTalk or NMEA; non-Nav Chapter page

P System is on and navigational Moves on to next main page in the Nav

data available via SeaTalk or Chapter NMEA; Nav Chapter page

P Speed calibration Exits and saves calibration value

ÙÙ

NAV+

ÙÙ

ÚÚ

NAV+

ÚÚ

DEPTH P Non-Depth Chapter page Depth Chapter main page (last used)

P Normal display First Setup page displayed P Setup page Exits Setup and validates changes

P Setup page Enters self test mode P Self test mode Returns to Setup page

displayed

P Depth Chapter page Moves on to next main page in the Depth

Chapter H Normal display Lighting Control page displayed P Lighting Control page Moves on to next Lighting Control option

Continued overleaf

P Speed Calibration mode Changes calibration run number

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Key Press/ Condition / display Function

Hold

DEPTH+SPEED P Navigational data is available Displays MOB page and sends MOB

message H MOB Cancels MOB

SPEED P Non-Speed Chapter page Speed Chapter main page (last used)

displayed P Speed Chapter page Moves on to next main page in the Speed

Chapter P First Setup page Speed Calibration page displayed P Speed Calibration mode Starts/stops calibration run

SPEED+DEPTH P Navigational data is available Displays MOB page and sends MOB

message

ÙÙ

P Page availability indicated Next sub-page displayed

on display

P Value adjustment indicated Increases right-most digit of value by 1

on display

H Alarm value and Locked Increases value quickly until key released

Heading adjustment indicated

P Setup page Moves backwards through list of menus or

up through list of options

ÚÚ

ÙÙ

ÚÚ

ÙÙ

ÚÚ

P Usage indicated on display - Reset value

- Display alarm adjustment page

- Exit alarm adjustment page

P Normal display, no usage Locked Heading page displayed, and

indicated heading locked if not locked already P Locked Heading page Lock/unlock heading (toggle) P Setup pages Select Setup menu or option

Same as through sub-pages, decreases values

and moves forwards/down lists of menus and options

ÙÙ

, except that it moves backwards

ÙÙ

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Appendix B: Data Sour ces

If you are using your RayData as a stand-alone system, all the data displayed is derived from the direct-connected depth and speed transducers.

If you are using your RayData as part of a larger system, the data displayed may be received from other sources via SeaTalk or NMEA connections.

This appendix provides information on the prioritised sources of data for your RayData when it is part of a larger system.

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B.1 Possible Configurations

You can use your RayData as a stand-alone system, with its own directconnected transducers. Alternatively, you can use it as part of a larger system.

The following diagram illustrates a RayData unit as a master, with direct-connected depth and speed transducers.

SeaTalk

Fuse 5A

12VDC

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The following diagram illustrates a RayData unit as a master, together with two further RayData units as repeaters for SeaTalk and NMEA navigation data.

NMEA in

SeaTalk in/out and power

SeaTalk

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Note: NMEA data received by one RayData is transmitted onto SeaTalk for display by other units.

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B.2 SeaT alk and NMEA Data Display

The following table provides information on the sources of data displayed by the RayData.

Note that SeaTalk data takes priority over NMEA data.

Data Own SeaTalk NMEA Notes

Transducers Input Source

Depth ✔✔ DBT 1 Speed Through Water ✔✔ VHW 2 Log, Trip ✔✔ —2 Temperature ✔✔ MTW 2 Heading — ✔ HDM HDG HDT VHW Position

LAT/LON — TDs — — RMA GTD 3

✔ GGA RMC RMA GLL (VER 2.0)

Course Over Ground, — Speed Over Ground

Date/Time — ✔ ZDA RMC Waypoint ID — ✔ RMB BWC XTE — ✔ RMB APB APA Bearing To Waypoint — ✔ RMB BWC Distance To Waypoint — ✔ RMB BWC Rudder Angle — ✔ — No fix — — GGA Variation — ✔ RMC RMA HDG

✔ RMC RMA VTG

Notes:

1. A RayData unit set up as a Master for depth data will take data from

its direct-connected transducer or (if there is no direct-connected transducer) NMEA, and ignore the indicated SeaTalk data.

2. A RayData unit set up as a Master for speed and temperature data

will take data from its direct-connected transducer or (if there is no direct-connected transducer) NMEA, and ignore the indicated SeaTalk data.

3. TDs Position is only available via an NMEA connection.

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Appendix C: Specification 73

Appendix C: Specification

This appendix provides the physical and electrical specification for the RayData.

Size 4.5” x 4.3” x 1.8” (11.2 x 11.0 x 4.5 cm) Weight 12.3 oz (0.35 Kg) Waterproofing To CFR46; suitable for external mounting Mounting Panel with trunnion options Power External 10 -16 volts DC required Controls 5 keys: NAV, DEPTH, SPEED, Ú and Ù. Display types STN, 101 x 64 resolution Display size 3.35” x 2.06” (8.25 x 5.3 cm) Interfaces SeaTalk , receive and transmit

NMEA 0183, receive

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Glossary 75

Glossary

This glossary explains the terms and abbreviations that may be unfamiliar to the reader.

G.1 Terms

Bearing The direction of an object from the observer. Can be

stated as an angle relative to either true or magnetic

North. Chapter A group of related pages and sub-pages. Course The direction in which the vessel is to be steered or is

being steered. The direction of travel through the

water. Master A unit with transducers connected. Page A standard set of data values and their associated

text descriptions and graphic indicators, that are

displayed on the screen at one time. Repeater An instrument that displays data it has received,

SeaTalkThe Raymarine standard for data communications. Sub-page A secondary page within a chapter, that is accessed

Variation The difference in degrees between “True North” and

Waypoint Any location that has been stored in memory with

G.2 Abbreviations

BTW Bearing To Waypoint. COG Course Over Ground. The actual direction of your vessel’s

DTW Distance To Waypoint. ETA Estimated Time of Arrival. MOB Man OverBoard.

without modification.

using the DOWN or UP key, rather than one of the

main keys (NAV, DEPTH or SPEED).

“Magnetic North”.

Lat/Long or TD as the coordinates.

calculated movement over the ground.

NMEA National Marine Electronics Association (interconnection

standard).

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SOG Speed Over Ground. TD Time Difference. The difference in time of arrival

(measured in microseconds) of the two Loran signals, one from the master transmitting station and the other from the

secondary. TTG Time To Go. VMG Velocity Made Good. The component towards your

destination based on your vessel’s current speed. WPT Waypoint. XTE Cross Track Error.

Index 77

Display components 19

Index

Display Pages 43–60 Distance 56 Down key 25 DTW 56

Symbols

3-Line Page 49

and Ù keys 25

ETA 57

Alarms 35–42

Handling 41 Setting 36 Tu rning on and off 37

Anchor Alarm 47

Adjusting 40

Average Speed 52

Bearing 56 Boat Heading 58 BRG/DTW/COG/SOG 56

Calibration 3 1 COG (Course Over Ground) 56 Configuration 1, 70 Connections 13 Contrast 22

Data displayed

Part of larger system 3

Stand-alone unit 2 Data loss 62 Data sent 4 Data sources 69 Dead Reckoning 55 Deep Alarm 47

Adjusting 39 Depth

Main 44

Minimum 46 DEPTH (LIGHTS) key 25 Depth Chapter 44–49 Depth offset 30 Disabling alarms 37

Fault finding 62

Handling alarms 41 Heading 58

Locked 59

Illumination 22 Installation 5–15

Keys

Functions 67 Illumination 22 Using 1 8

Lighting and contrast 22 Locked Heading 59

using 23

Log 53

Main Depth 44 Maintenance 64 Man Overboard (MOB) 24 Master mode 31, 70 Maximum Speed 51 Minimum Depth 46 MOB (Man Overboard) 24 Mounting the RayData 11

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Nav Chapter 54 NAV key 25 NMEA data 71

Packing list 7 Pilot Heading 59 Position 55 Problem solving 61–65

Repeater mode 31, 70 Reset 63 Response level 31 Rudder angle 58

Sea Temperature 48 SeaTalk data 71 Self Test 63 Servicing 64 Setting alarms 36–41 Setup 27–34

Options 28

Using 28 Shallow Alarm 46

Adjusting 37 SOG (Speed Over Ground) 52, 56 Sounder control 31 Speed

Calibration 31

Over Ground (SOG) 52, 56

Through water 50 Speed Chapter 50–53 SPEED key 25

Up key 25

VMG 57

Waypoint/Bearing/Distance 56

Temperature 48 Temperature Alar m 48

Adjusting 40 Time & Date 55 Transducer types 8 Trend indicator 20 Trip 53 TTG/ETA/VMG 57 Tu rning the RayData on and off 18

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