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M1500 Marine
Monitor
Owner’s
Handbook
Document number: 81208_1
Date: June 2003
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i M1500 Marine Monitor Preface This handbook contains very important information on the installation and operation of your new equipment. In order to obtain the best results in operation and performance, please read this handbook thoroughly. Raymarine’s Technical Services representatives or your local dealer will be available to answer any questions you may have. Important information Intended Use This display is intended to be used in a recreational marine environment. It can be integrated
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ii M1500 Marine Monitor i. The power cable or signal cable is damaged or worn. ii. Liquid has penetrated the monitor. iii. The monitor is not working correctly despite the fact that it has been used follow- ing the instructions provided. iv. The monitor has been dropped or the casing has been damaged. v. There is a major deterioration in the monitor’s performance. TFT Color LCD Displays The colors of the display may seem to vary when viewed against a colored background or in colored light. This
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iii Alternatively, if you don’t have access to the world wide web, contact technical support as detailed below. Our Technical Support Specialists are available to answer questions about installing, operating and trouble-shooting all Raymarine products. How to Contact Raymarine (US) For Accessories and Parts Many Raymarine accessory items and parts can be obtained directly from your local authorized Raymarine dealer. However, if you are in need of an item not available from the retailer, pl
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iv M1500 Marine Monitor
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v Contents M1500 Marine Monitor Preface ..................................................................................... .i Important information .........................................................................................i Intended Use ....................................................................................... .i Safety notices ........................................................................................... .i TFT Color LCD Displays ....................
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vi M1500 Marine Monitor Common Problems and Their Solutions .......................................... .17 6 Specification ............................................................................................... .18 7 Accessories ................................................................................................. .18
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1 M1500 Marine Monitor 1Overview The M1500 Marine Monitor is a waterproof, ruggedized, sunlight viewable display. It has been designed to satisfy the requirements of the recreational marine market for installation either above or below decks. The display has the following switchable input connectors: Input Typical Use DVI Laptop Computer, PC VGA PC, Laptop Computer Composite video/audio - when used with the Surveillance camera, video camera, audio/video junction box accessory (E85003) video
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2 M1500 Marine Monitor 2 Features CAUTION: To prevent the ships battery being discharged if the system is left on, Raymarine do not recommend the use of screen savers with navigation displays. Do not use the power save feature of your PC. Power Saving This monitor powers off completely if no video signal is received for more than 30 seconds, for example, if your PC (or other video source) goes into power save or standby mode. Power can be reapplied to the monitor by switching it on with t
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3 Front of Monitor Stereo speakers Display screen Power ON LED Power/OSD select button On Screen Display (OSD) control buttons Stereo speakers For audio output from your PC or audio/video source. Alternatively, a separate sound system may be connected directly to your source device. Display screen High brightness, daylight viewable colour LCD display with high contrast text and graphics. Refer to specifications for resolution details. Power button Switches the displa
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4 M1500 Marine Monitor Rear of Monitor Power in DVI input VGA input Audio, composite video or S-video input Touchscreen output Power in Power input connection from the ship's supply (nominal 12V or 24V system). DVI input Digital Video Input from a Personal Computer (PC). VGA input Analogue Video Input from a Personal Computer (PC). Audio input, composite video or S-video input Audio input direct from the PC. Audio, composite video or S-video input to the display, via th
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5 3 Operation Power ON/OFF Power ON Power OFF Countdown display Note: Power off 2 If the button is released before the timer is finished, the display remains ON. Press and hold Press for 3 secs for 3 seconds Setting the Brightness, Volume and Input Source Selecting What you see To adjust/select To finish - the mode or wait 10 secs Brightness -- + 43 OR Press + Press (do not hold) Volume -- + 29 OR Press + Press (do not hold) Video sou
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6 M1500 Marine Monitor CAUTION: To provide protection against the damaging effects of UV light, it is advisable to replace the sun cover provided when the color LCD display is not in use. When the display is switched on, the brightness is set to the default level; you may need to adjust the brightness for the ambient conditions. Set Up Menu Item Function Purpose Image Adjust Menu Contrast Adjust the display contrast (this has no effect in composite video or s-video mode). Tint Select cool,
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7 4 Installation Unpack your display carefully to prevent damage. Save the carton and packing in case you need to return the unit for service. Pack Items Bezel R89009 15 inch Monitor 15 inch Monitor Suncover R89008 Flush Mounting Kit R89010 Drill mounting hole 15" LCD Panel template 4.1 mm diameter (4 positions) M1500 Marine Monitor Owner Handbook Remove shaded areas only Handbook 81208 center line 391.6 mm (15.4 in) Instrument edge Sun cover edge Gasket Flush Mount Template M
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8 M1500 Marine Monitor Planning Before you install your display, plan the installation considering: Power requirements Cable runs Display location and mounting options. Optional Audio/Video Junction Box location Additional ancillary parts e.g. keyboard or extra speakers. Power Requirements This display is designed to run on ships’ DC power systems rated at 12 V or 24 V. A 2.5m length cable is supplied for connecting the display to the ship’s DC power system. The DC system should be e
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9 Extending the Power Cable Longer power cable runs may require larger wire gauges to minimize any voltage drop in the cable. Ensure that the minimum voltage specification of the display is met at the junction of these cables when the display is operating at full brightness. If a longer power cable run is required, use the supplied power cable to connect to the display unit. Then use a suitable connector block to connect the free end to the extension cable; take particular care to ensure co
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10 M1500 Marine Monitor Viewing angle: This LCD has been chosen to give the very best performance, including viewing angle. However, the contrast and colors seen on all LCD displays vary slightly with viewing angle. Access: There must be sufficient space behind the display to allow cable con- nections to the rear connectors, avoiding tight bends in the cable. Interference: The selected location should be far enough away from devices that may cause interference, such as motors, generator
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11 The equipment is supplied from a separate battery from that used for engine start. Volt- age drops below 10 V, and starter motor transients, 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. Raymarine specified cables are used. Cutting and rejoining these cables can compro- mise EMC performance and must be avoided unless doing so is detailed in the instal- lation manual. If a suppressio
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Drill mounting hole 15" LCD Panel template 4.1 mm diameter (4 positions) Remove shaded areas only center line 391.6 mm (15.4 in) Instrument edge Sun cover edge 12 M1500 Marine Monitor Console Mounting - Preparation 3 Cut aperture in surface Using template 2 drill mounting hole 4.1mm (0.16 in) diameter (4 positions) 1 Tape template in To ensure correct dimensions, required position. use the template provided. D6313-1 302.2 mm (11.9 in)
