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87081.book Page 1 Wednesday, December 20, 2006 2:43 PM
A60 and RS12
Display & GPS
Installation Manual
Document number: 87081-1
Date: December 2006
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87081.book Page 2 Wednesday, December 20, 2006 2:43 PM Trademarks and registered trademarks Raymarine is a registered trademark of Raymarine plc. 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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87081.book Page 3 Wednesday, December 20, 2006 2:43 PM 3 Contents Trademarks and registered trademarks ............................................ 2 Important Information .........................................................................................5 Suppression Ferrites.......................................................................... 7 Connections to Other Equipment ..................................................... 8 Chapter 1: Introduction .........................
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87081.book Page 4 Wednesday, December 20, 2006 2:43 PM 4 A60 Installation Manual 4.4 Upgrading the Display...........................................................................27 4.5 Technical Support .................................................................................29 Worldwide Web ....................................................................................29 Help us to help you ...............................................................................29 Cont
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87081.book Page 5 Wednesday, December 20, 2006 2:43 PM 5 Important Information Intended Use The A60 is a GPS Chartplotter display unit that can be upgraded to include optional Fishfinder functionality. This handbook contains important information on the installation of your A60 display and RS12 GPS Antenna. To get the best results in operation and performance, please take the time to thoroughly read the accompanying Owner’s Handbook. Safety Notices WARNING: Navigation Aid This product is
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87081.book Page 6 Wednesday, December 20, 2006 2:43 PM 6 A60 Installation Manual CAUTION: CompactFlash Card Installation 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 damage to the card. CAUTION: CompactFlash 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. TFT LCD Displa
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87081.book Page 7 Wednesday, December 20, 2006 2:43 PM Important Information 7 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 has been taken to ensure that they will perform under
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87081.book Page 8 Wednesday, December 20, 2006 2:43 PM 8 A60 Installation Manual The following illustration shows typical cable suppression ferrites sometimes used with Raymarine equipment. To 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. Connections to Other Equipment If your Raymarine equipment is to be connected to other equi
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87081.book Page 9 Wednesday, December 20, 2006 2:43 PM 9 Chapter 1: Introduction This manual provides information and instructions for installing your A60 display and RS12 GPS sensor. 1.1 Selecting the Display Unit Location Your A60 can be mounted using the mounting bracket supplied, or console mounted using the optional flush mount kit. Before you install the display, plan its installation, considering: Convenience. The mounting location should be easily accessible to allow operation of
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87081.book Page 10 Wednesday, December 20, 2006 2:43 PM 10 A60 Installation Manual 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. Power/Data Cable, 3 pin, 1.5m Frame Screws, part no. R08003 M3 (x4) Mount Frame, A60 Dual Function Display, part no. R38109 E33025 (US), E33026 (CE) NMEA Cable, 5 pin, 1.5m part no. R08004 Bracket Screws, No.10 x 3/4 (x3) Bracket Knobs, Mou
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87081.book Page 11 Wednesday, December 20, 2006 2:43 PM Chapter 1: Introduction 11 1.3 Optional Equipment The following optional items are also available to complete your system: Part No. Description E63070 DSM25, Digital Sounder Module, 200/50KHz, 500W E36017 Flush Mount Kit, A60 R69086 Network Cable, A60, 3.5m E36015 Network Cable, A60, 8.5m E36016 Network Cable, A60, 15m E66066 Transducer Adapter, Pathfinder (DSM250) to A Series E66070 Transducer Adapter, Legacy Transducer (L
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87081.book Page 12 Wednesday, December 20, 2006 2:43 PM 12 A60 Installation Manual 1.4 Unit Size The dimensions for your A60 display are as follows: 9.61in (244mm) ENTER CANCEL 6.81in (173mm) 7.83in PAGE ACTIVE (199mm) WPTS MOB DATA PWR MENU 9.88in (251mm) 11.02in (280mm) 2.56in 2.40in (61mm) (65mm) .866in (22mm) 3.43in 3.11in (87mm) (79mm) Flush Mount Bracket Mount RANGE D9614-1
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87081.book Page 13 Wednesday, December 20, 2006 2:43 PM 13 Chapter 2: Installing the Display Unit The A60 display unit is waterproof to IPX-7 and can be installed either above or below deck using either the mounting bracket or by flush mounting into the console. 2.1 Mounting Note: The mounting bracket and the mount frame to which the bracket attaches must be removed prior to flush mounting. Mounting Bracket Method The mounting bracket can be used to secure the display unit to a dash, char
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87081.book Page 14 Wednesday, December 20, 2006 2:43 PM 14 A60 Installation Manual 5. Use the screws and nuts supplied to securely attach the bracket to the mount- ing surface. 1 2 3 x3 x3 D7899-1 6. Attach the display unit to the bracket. 7. Adjust the unit angle for clear vision and tighten the knobs. Flush Mounting Flush mounting your display on the console requires the optional E36017 Flush Mount Kit. D9616-1
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87081.book Page 15 Wednesday, December 20, 2006 2:43 PM Chapter 2: Installing the Display Unit 15 CAUTION: Installation Make sure there are no hidden electrical wires or other items behind the selected location before proceeding. Make sure there is sufficient rear access for mounting and cabling. 1. Check the selected location for the unit. A clear, flat area with suitable clear- ance behind the panel, is required. 2. Attach the template included with the flush mount kit to the selected l
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87081.book Page 16 Wednesday, December 20, 2006 2:43 PM 16 A60 Installation Manual . RS12 12V Power Supply Display Unit DSM25 Sounder Fluxgate Compass GPS SONAR AUX NMEA POWER GPS Power Power Fishfinder NMEA Transducer Making the Cable Connections The cable connections are located on the back of the display unit as shown below: GPS S
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87081.book Page 17 Wednesday, December 20, 2006 2:43 PM Chapter 2: Installing the Display Unit 17 1 2 D7734-1 3 Power Connector Pin No. Function Color 1 Battery positive (12 VDC systems) Red 2 Battery negative Black 3 Shield (drain wire) No insulation Power Supply The A60 is intended for use on boat’s DC power systems rated from 10.7 to 18 VDC. The power connection to the unit should be made at either the output of the battery isolator switch or at a DC power distribution panel
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87081.book Page 18 Wednesday, December 20, 2006 2:43 PM 18 A60 Installation Manual Use commonly practiced methods to determine proper wire gauge based on wire length, current, and wire tables. You may also trim the power cable supplied with the A60 to reduce overall wire length. Only use enough wire to connect the unit to the power source, including a service loop. Note: When the A60 has been powered off using the PWR key but is still electrically con- nected to the power supply, the GPS
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87081.book Page 19 Wednesday, December 20, 2006 2:43 PM 19 Chapter 3: Installing the GPS Antenna The RS12 package contains the following items: 1. Low profile GPS Receiver, with 10 m (33 ft) cable 2. Flush mount gasket 3. Mounting studs (x2) and thumb nuts (x2) 4. Pole mount kit * Note: * If you intend to mount the receiver on a pole, you will need to obtain a suitable pole with 1 inch 14 TPI thread. 3.1 Selecting the Mounting Location The RS12 can be mounted on a pole or flush mounted on a
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87081.book Page 20 Wednesday, December 20, 2006 2:43 PM 20 A60 Installation Manual Cabling Route When planning the location for the unit, consider the best route for running the cable between the receiver and GPS display unit or to the rest of an integrated system. Ideally, you should try to route the cable so it is: hidden from view separated as far as possible from other cables (to prevent interference) When running cable, always observe the following guidelines: if a cable has to b
