Raymarine RS12 User Manual
A65 and RS12
Chartplotter & GPS
Installation Manual
Document number: 87055-2
Date: March 2006
Tr ademarks and registered trademarks
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Navionics is a registered trademark of Navionics Company , Italy.
All other product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective owners.
Contents of this handbook © Raymarine 2006
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Contents
Important Information .................................. .................................. .....................5
Chapter 1: Introduction ............................. .................................. ........................9
1.1 Selecting the Display Unit Location .................. ................................ ......9
1.2 What Comes in the Box ........................................................................10
1.3 Optional Equipment ............................................................................11
1.4 Unit Size ...............................................................................................12
Chapter 2: Installing the Display Unit ............................................................13
2.1 Mounting ................................... ......................... ....................... ..........13
Mounting Bracket Method .................................................................13
Flush Mounting ...................................................................................14
2.2 Cable Runs ...........................................................................................15
Making the Cable Connections ............................................................16
Power Input Cable (R08003) ...............................................................16
Power Supply .............................................................................17
NMEA Cable (R08004) ......................................................................18
GPS Cable ............................................................................................18
Chapter 3: Installing the GPS Antenna .................. ..................................... .....19
3.1 Selecting the Mounting Location .........................................................19
Receiver Location .................................................................................19
Cabling Route ......................................................................................20
3.2 Mounting the Receiver .........................................................................20
Pole Mounting ......................................................................................20
Surface Mounting ................................................................................21
Making the Cable Connections ............................................................22
Chapter 4: Maintenance ................................................... .................................23
4.1 Introduction .................................. ......................................... ..............23
Servicing and Safety .............................................................................23
Routine Checks ....................................................................................23
Cleaning the Display ............................................................................24
4.2 Resetting the System ............................................................................24
Power -on Reset ..............................................................................24
Settings Reset ................................................................................24
Settings and Data Reset .................................................................25
4.3 Troubleshooting .................................. .......................... .......................25
Common Problems and How to Solve Them .........................................26
4.4 Upgrading the Display .......................................................................27
4.5 T echnical Support .................................................................................29
Worldwide Web ...................................................................................29
Contacting Raymarine in the US ...........................................................29
Contacting Raymarine in Europe ..........................................................31
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Appendix: Specifications .................................... ... ... ... .. ... ...... ... .. ... ... ... ... ..... ... .23
A65 LCD Color Display...................................................................................33
General .................................................................................................33
Chartplotter Features ...........................................................................34
Interfacing .................................. ............. ............. ................ ............. ...34
RS12 GPS Sensor ...........................................................................................35
Index ......................................................................................................................37
Important Information
Intended Use
The A65 is a GPS Chartplotter display unit that can be upgraded to include
optional Fishfinder functionality.
This handbook contains i mportant information on the installat ion of your A65
display and RS12 GPS Antenna. To get the best results in operation and
performance, please ta ke the time to thoroughly read the accompanyi ng Owner’s
Handbook.
Safety Notices
WARNING: Navigation Aid
This product is intended to be used as an aid to navigation. Its
accuracy can be affected by many factors, including equipment
failure or defect, environmental conditions and incorr ect
handling or use. It is the Users responsibility to exer cise common
prudence and navigational judgement. This device should not be
relied upon as a substitute for such prudence and judgement.
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WARNING:
This equipment must be installed in accordance with the
instructions in this manual. Failure to do so could r esult in poor
product performance, personal injury and/or damage to the
vessel.
WARNING:
Make sure the power supply is switched off before making any
electrical connections.
CAUTION: Global Positioning System Antenn a
Do not connect or disconnect the GPS antenna from the display
unit while power is switched on as this may result in irrepar able
damage.
CAUTION: Water Ingress
To prevent the ingr ess of water and consequent damage to the
display , ensure that the chart card door is firmly closed. This can
be confirmed by an audible click.
Product Installation
Electrical Safety
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CAUTION: Compact Flash Card Instal lation
When installing CompactFlash cards ensure that the card is
inserted in the correct orientation. DO NOT try to force the card
into position as this may result in irreparable dama ge to the card.
CAUTION: Compact Flash Card Damage
DO NOT use a metallic instrument such as a screwdriver or pliers to
help you remove a card, as this can cause irreparable damage .
EMC Conformance
All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best industry
standards for use in the recreational marine environment.
Their design and manufacture conforms to the appropriate Electromagnetic
Compatibility (EMC) standards, but correct installation is required to ensure that
performance is not compromised. Although every effort h as 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 .
The guidelines given here describe the conditions for opti mum EMC performance,
but it is recognized that it may not be possible to meet all of these conditions in all
situations. T o ensure the best possible conditions for EMC performance within the
constraints imposed by any location, always ensure the maximum separation
possible between differen t items of electrical equi pment.
For optimum EMC performance, it is recommended that wherever possible
Raymarine equipment and cables connect ed to it are:
At least 3 ft. (1 m) 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 7 ft. (2 m).
More than 7 ft. (2 m) from the path of a radar beam. A radar beam can normally be assumed to spread 20 degrees above and below the r adiating element.
Ensure that the equipment is supplied from a separate battery from that used for
engine start. Vo ltage drops below 10 V, and starter motor tran sients, can cause
the equipment to reset. This will not damage the equipment, but may cause the
loss of some information and may change the operating mode .
Ensure that Raymarine specified cables are used. Cutti ng and rejoining these
cables can compromise EMC performance and must be avoided unless doing so is
detailed in the installation manual.
Important Information 7
Suppression Ferrites
If a suppression ferrite is attached to a cable, this ferrite should not be removed. If
the ferrite needs to be removed during installation it must be reassembled in the
same position. If a ferrite is packed separately in the carton, it must be installed as
soon as the cables are run.
The following illustration shows typical cable suppression ferrites sometimes
used with Raymarine equipment. T o ensure EMC compliance, always use these
ferrites, if supplied by Raymarine for use with this equipment. If not supplied by
Raymarine, a ferrite is not required for use with this equipment.
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Connections to Other Equipment
If your Raymarine equipment is to be con nected to other equipment using a cable
not supplied by Raymarine, the suppression ferrite (if supplied) MUST always be
attached to the cable nearest the Raymarine unit.
TFT LCD Displays
The colors of the display may seem to vary when viewed against a colored
background or in colored light. T his is a perfectly norm al effect that will be seen
with all color LCD displays .
In common with all Thin Film T ransistor (TFT) LCD displays, the screen may exhibit
a few (less than 5) wrongly illuminated pixels. These may appear as black pixels in
a light portion of the screen or as colored pixels in black areas.
CAUTION: To pr ovide protection against the damaging effects of
UV light, Raymarine advises that you replace the sun cover
provided when the color LCD display is not in use.
Product Disposal
When you want to dispose of t his product at the end of its working life , please do
so in accordance with local regulations .
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Protective Dust Covers
Protective covers have b een attached at the factory on the SONAR, AUX and
NMEA connectors on the rear of the A65. If you are not u sing one or more of these
ports, please k eep the cover attached to the connector to protect it from the
elements.
Dust Cover
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Chapter 1: Introduction
This manual provides information and instructions for installing your A65 display
and RS12 GPS sensor .
1.1 Selecting the Display Unit Location
Y our A65 can be mounted using the mounting bracket supplied, o r console
mounted using the optional flush mount kit.
Before you install the display, plan its installation, considering:
•
Convenience. T he mounting location should be easily accessible to allow
operation of the front panel controls .
•
Access. There must be sufficient space behind the display to allow cable con-
nections to the rear panel connectors , avoiding tight bends in the cable.
•
Interference. T he selected location should be far enough away from devices
that may cause interference , such as motors, gener ators and radio transmitters/receivers (see EMC Guidelines).
•
Magnetic compass. Mount the di splay at least 3ft (1m) aw ay from a mag-
netic compass.
•
Cable runs. T he display should be mount ed as close as possible to the DC
power source.
•
Environmental. The display should be protected from physical d amage and
excessive vibration. Although the display unit is waterproof , it is good practice
to mount it in a protected area away from prolonged and direct exposure to
rain and salt spray.
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1.2 What Comes in the Box
Unpack the display carefully , to prevent damage . Save the carton and packing, in
case the unit has to be returned for service.
A65 GPS Chartplotter,
E33020 (US), E33022 (CE)
A65 Sun Cover,
part no. R38108
RS12 GPS, part no. E33021
GPS Antenna
GPS Gasket
Pole Mount Bracket
Frame Screws,
M3 (x4)
A65 Mount Frame,
part no. R38109
Bracket Screws,
No.10 x 3/4 (x3)
Mounting Bracket,
part no. R38110
Thumb nuts (x2)
Studs (x2)
Mount Screws, M4 (x2)
Power/Data Cable, 3 pin, 1.5m
part no. R08003
NMEA Cable, 5 pin, 1.5m
part no. R08004
Bracket Knobs,
part no. R38107
A65
Installation
Manual
Installation Manual,
part no. 87055
A65
Owner's
Handbook
Owner's Handbook,
part no. 81248
D7733-1
Chapter 1: Introduction 11
1.3 Optional Equipment
The following optional items are also availabl e to complete your system:
Part No. Description
E63070 DSM25, Digital Sounder Module, 200/50KHz, 500W
E36017 Flush Mount Kit, A65
R69086 Network Cable , A65, 3.5m
E36015 Network Cable , A65, 8.5m
E36016 Network Cable , A65, 15m
E66066 T ransducer Adapter , P athfinder (DSM250) to A Series
E66070 T ransducer Adapter , Legacy T ransducer (L365/L470) to A Series
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1.4 Unit Size
The dimensions for your A65 display are as follows:
9.61in (244mm)
ENTER
PWR
2.56in
(65mm)
9.88in (251mm)
11.02in (280mm)
2.40in (61mm)
.866in (22mm)
CANCEL
ACTIVE
DATA
RANGE
PAG E
WPTS
MOB
MENU
6.81in
(173mm)
7.83in
(199mm)
D7718-1
Bracket Mount
3.11in
(79mm)
3.43in
(87mm)
Flush Mount
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