G-Series

system

Installation instructions
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Document number: 87070-2
Date: 10-2010
Contents
Chapter 1 Important information............................... 9 2.10 Dual nav station (dual processor) example................ 28
TFT LCD Displays .......................................................... 10 2.11 Entertainment system example................................. 30
Water ingress ................................................................. 10 2.12 System limits .......................................................... 32
Disclaimers .................................................................... 11 2.13 Data master (master GPM) ...................................... 32
Chart cards and memory cards........................................ 11 2.14 System integration .................................................. 33
EMC installation guidelines ............................................. 11 2.15 Networking constraints ............................................ 37
Suppression ferrites ........................................................ 12 2.16 G-Series network .................................................... 39
Connections to other equipment ...................................... 12 2.17 System protocols..................................................... 39
Declaration of conformity................................................. 12
Chapter 3 Cables and connections......................... 41
Product disposal ............................................................. 12
3.1 General cabling guidance .......................................... 42
Warranty registration....................................................... 12
3.2 Sharing a breaker ..................................................... 43
IMO and SOLAS............................................................. 13
3.3 Grounding requirements ............................................ 43
Technical accuracy ......................................................... 13
3.4 Typical power distribution........................................... 45
Chapter 2 Planning the installation ........................ 15 3.5 Power cables ............................................................ 47
2.1 Handbook information ............................................... 16 3.6 SeaTalkhs network ..................................................... 48
2.2 G-Series handbooks.................................................. 16 3.7 SeaTalkng connection ................................................ 65
2.3 Installation checklist .................................................. 17 3.8 SeaTalk connection ................................................... 67
2.4 Installation schematics .............................................. 17 3.9 NMEA 0183 connection ............................................. 69
2.5 Nav stations.............................................................. 18 3.10 NMEA 2000 connection ........................................... 71
2.6 System overview....................................................... 20 3.11 GPS connection ...................................................... 72
2.7 Single processor system example .............................. 22 3.12 AIS connection........................................................ 73
2.8 Dual nav station (single processor) example ............... 24 3.13 Fastheading connection........................................... 74
2.9 Single nav station (dual processor) example ............... 26
Chapter 4 Location and mounting .......................... 75
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4.1 Potential ignition source............................................. 76 7.4 GPS check ............................................................. 108
4.2 GPM processor unit .................................................. 76 7.5 GPS setup.............................................................. 108
4.3 G-Series monitors ..................................................... 79 7.6 Radar check ........................................................... 109
4.4 G-Series keyboard .................................................... 80 7.7 Sonar check ............................................................111
4.5 Command center keyboard wireless upgrade.............. 87 7.8 Setting up Autopilot, AIS and Navtex ........................ 112
4.6 GVM400 video module .............................................. 92 7.9 Thermal camera setup and checks........................... 113
4.7 Alarm buzzer ............................................................ 94 7.10 Video setup........................................................... 114
7.11 Data checks .......................................................... 116
Chapter 5 Initial power on test ................................ 95
7.12 System setup menu............................................... 117
5.1 Before powering up ................................................... 96
5.2 Power up test............................................................ 96 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting.................................... 125
8.1 Troubleshooting ...................................................... 126
Chapter 6 Initial setup .............................................. 99
8.2 Power up troubleshooting ........................................ 127
6.1 Command Center Keyboard layout........................... 100
8.3 G-Series monitor troubleshooting ............................. 128
6.2 Compact keyboard layout ........................................ 101
8.4 Keyboard troubleshooting ........................................ 130
6.3 First time configuration ............................................ 101
8.5 Radar troubleshooting ............................................. 131
6.4 Designating the data master (master GPM) .............. 102
8.6 GPS troubleshooting ............................................... 132
6.5 Creating a nav station.............................................. 102
8.7 Sonar troubleshooting ............................................. 133
6.6 Assigning a monitor to a nav station ......................... 103
8.8 Thermal camera troubleshooting .............................. 134
6.7 Assigning a keyboard to a nav station....................... 104
8.9 System data troubleshooting.................................... 137
6.8 Assigning a keyboard to an individual monitor ........... 104
8.10 Video troubleshooting ............................................ 138
Chapter 7 System checks ...................................... 105 8.11 SeaTalkhs LED indications ...................................... 139
7.1 Language selection ................................................. 106 8.12 GPM processor unit LED indications....................... 139
7.2 Compass setup....................................................... 106 8.13 GVM video module LED indications........................ 140
7.3 Compass bar .......................................................... 107 8.14 DSM400 sonar LED indications.............................. 141

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Chapter 9 Technical support ................................. 143 Appendix D Nav Station schematics .................... 173
9.1 Raymarine customer support ................................... 144
9.2 3rd party support..................................................... 145

Chapter 10 Technical specification....................... 147

10.1 GPM processor unit............................................... 148
10.2 GVM400 video module .......................................... 149
10.3 Command center keyboard .................................... 150
10.4 Compact keyboard ................................................ 151
10.5 Monitors ............................................................... 152
10.6 Glass bridge monitor ............................................. 155

Chapter 11 Options and accessories.................... 159

11.1 SeaTalk accessories .............................................. 160
11.2 SeaTalkng accessories ........................................... 160
11.3 SeaTalkhs accessories............................................ 161
11.4 Monitor accessories............................................... 163
11.5 NMEA 2000 accessories ........................................ 163
11.6 NMEA 0183 accessories ........................................ 164
11.7 Audio and video accessories .................................. 164
11.8 Spare parts ........................................................... 165

Appendix A NMEA 0183 sentences ...................... 167

Appendix B NMEA 2000 sentences ...................... 169

Appendix C Connectors and pinouts ................... 172

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Chapter 1: Important information Warning: Switch off power supply
Warning: Product installation and Ensure the boat’s power supply is switched OFF
before starting to install this product. Do NOT connect
operation or disconnect equipment with the power switched on,
This product must be installed and operated in unless instructed in this document.
accordance with the instructions provided. Failure to
do so could result in personal injury, damage to your Warning: Radar scanner safety
boat and/or poor product performance.
Before rotating the radar scanner, ensure all personnel
are clear.
Warning: Potential ignition source
This product is NOT approved for use in Warning: Radar transmission safety
hazardous/flammable atmospheres. Do NOT install in
a hazardous/flammable atmosphere (such as in an The radar scanner transmits electromagnetic energy.
engine room or near fuel tanks). Ensure all personnel are clear of the scanner when
the radar is transmitting.
Warning: High voltages
This product contains high voltages. Do NOT remove
Warning: Sonar operation
any covers or otherwise attempt to access internal • NEVER operate the sounder with the boat out of
components, unless specifically instructed in this the water.
document.
• NEVER touch the transducer face when the sounder
is powered on.
Warning: Product grounding • SWITCH OFF the sounder if divers are likely to be
Before applying power to this product, ensure it has within 7.6 m (25 ft) of the transducer.
been correctly grounded, in accordance with the
instructions in this guide.
Caution: Power supply protection
When installing this product ensure the power source
is adequately protected by means of a suitably-rated
fuse or automatic circuit breaker.

Important information 9
 Caution: Care of chart cards Caution: Cleaning
To avoid irreparable damage to and/or loss of data When cleaning this product:
from chart cards:
• Do NOT wipe the display screen with a dry cloth, as
• Ensure that chart cards are fitted the correct way this could scratch the screen coating.
around. DO NOT try to force a card into position.
• Do NOT use abrasive, or acid or ammonia based
• DO NOT save data (waypoints, routes, and so on) products.
to a chart card, as the charts may be overwritten.
• Do NOT use a jet wash.
• DO NOT use a metallic instrument such as a
screwdriver or pliers to remove a chart card.
• Safe removal. Use the Remove Card menu option
before removing the chart card. TFT LCD Displays
The colors of the display may seem to vary when viewed against
Caution: Ensure chart card door is a colored background or in colored light. This is a perfectly normal
securely closed effect that can be seen with all color Liquid Crystal Displays (LCDs).
To prevent water ingress and consequent damage to In common with all Thin Film Transistor (TFT) LCD units, the screen
the display, ensure that the chart card door is firmly may exhibit a few (less than 7) wrongly illuminated pixels. These
closed. This can be confirmed by an audible click. may appear as black pixels in a light area of the screen or as colored
pixels in black areas.

Caution: Use the sun covers

To protect your product against the damaging effects Water ingress
of ultra violet light, always fit the sun covers when the
product is not in use. Water ingress disclaimer
Although the waterproof rating capacity of Raymarine products
exceeds that called for by the IPX6 standard, water intrusion
and subsequent equipment failure may occur if any Raymarine
equipment is subjected to commercial high pressure washing.
Raymarine will not warrant equipment subjected to high pressure
washing.

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Disclaimers • micro Secure Digital High-Capacity (microSDHC)
This product (including the electronic charts) is intended to be used Note: microSD and microSDHC cards require the optional
only as an aid to navigation. It is designed to facilitate use of official Raymarine CF / microSD card adaptor. Only the official
government charts, not replace them. Only official government Raymarine adaptor is compatible with your system.
charts and notices to mariners contain all the current information
needed for safe navigation, and the captain is responsible for their
prudent use. It is the user’s responsibility to use official government Chart cards
charts, notices to mariners, caution and proper navigational skill Your system is pre-loaded with electronic charts for your region. If
when operating this or any other Raymarine product. This product you wish to use different chart data, you can insert compatible CF
supports electronic charts provided by third party data suppliers chart cards into the CompactFlash card slot on your unit. If you
which may be embedded or stored on memory card. Use of such want to use microSD or microSDHC chart cards, you must purchase
charts is subject to the supplier’s End-User Licence Agreement the optional CF / microSD card adaptor and insert it into the
included in the documentation for this product or supplied with the CompactFlash card slot on your unit. The microSD or microSDHC
memory card (as applicable). chart card must be inserted into the adaptor.
Raymarine does not warrant that this product is error-free or that it
is compatible with products manufactured by any person or entity Use branded chart cards and memory cards
other than Raymarine. When archiving data, Raymarine recommends the use of quality
This product uses digital chart data, and electronic information from branded memory cards. Some brands of memory card may not
the Global Positioning System (GPS) which may contain errors. work in your unit. Please contact customer support for a list of
Raymarine does not warrant the accuracy of such information and recommended cards.
you are advised that errors in such information may cause the
product to malfunction. Raymarine is not responsible for damages
or injuries caused by your use or inability to use the product, by the
interaction of the product with products manufactured by others, or EMC installation guidelines
by errors in chart data or information utilized by the product and
supplied by third parties. Raymarine equipment and accessories conform to the appropriate
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) regulations, to minimize
electromagnetic interference between equipment and minimize the
effect such interference could have on the performance of your
Chart cards and memory cards system
Compatible cards Correct installation is required to ensure that EMC performance is
not compromised.
The following types of memory or chart card are compatible with
your Raymarine system: For optimum EMC performance we recommend that wherever
possible:
• CompactFlash (CF)
• micro Secure Digital (microSD) • Raymarine equipment and cables connected to it are:

Important information 11
 – At least 1 m (3 ft) from any equipment transmitting or cables Connections to other equipment
carrying radio signals e.g. VHF radios, cables and antennas.
In the case of SSB radios, the distance should be increased Requirement for ferrites on non-Raymarine cables
to 7 ft (2 m).
If your Raymarine equipment is to be connected to other equipment
– More than 2 m (7 ft) from the path of a radar beam. A radar using a cable not supplied by Raymarine, a suppression ferrite
beam can normally be assumed to spread 20 degrees above MUST always be attached to the cable near the Raymarine unit.
and below the radiating element.
• The product is supplied from a separate battery from that used
for engine start. This is important to prevent erratic behavior Declaration of conformity
and data loss which can occur if the engine start does not have
a separate battery. Raymarine Ltd. declares that G-Series systems are in compliance
with the essential requirements of EMC directive 2004/108/EC.
• Raymarine specified cables are used.
The original Declaration of Conformity certificate may be viewed on
• Cables are not cut or extended, unless doing so is detailed in the relevant product page at www.raymarine.com
the installation manual.

Note: Where constraints on the installation prevent any of

the above recommendations, always ensure the maximum Product disposal
possible separation between different items of electrical
equipment, to provide the best conditions for EMC performance Dispose of this product in accordance with the WEEE Directive.
throughout the installation

The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)

Suppression ferrites Directive requires the recycling of waste electrical and electronic
equipment. Whilst the WEEE Directive does not apply to some
Raymarine cables may be fitted with suppression ferrites. These Raymarine products, we support its policy and ask you to be aware
are important for correct EMC performance. If a ferrite has to be of how to dispose of this product.
removed for any purpose (e.g. installation or maintenance), it must
be replaced in the original position before the product is used.
Use only ferrites of the correct type, supplied by Raymarine Warranty registration
authorized dealers.
To register your G-Series multifunction display ownership, please
take a few minutes to fill out the warranty registration card found in
the box, or visit www.raymarine.com and register on-line.

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It is important that you register your product to receive full warranty
benefits. Your unit package includes a bar code label indicating the
serial number of the unit. You should stick this label to the warranty
registration card.

IMO and SOLAS

The equipment described within this document is intended for use
on leisure marine boats and workboats not covered by International
Maritime Organization (IMO) and Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS)
Carriage Regulations.

Technical accuracy
To the best of our knowledge, the information in this document was
correct at the time it was produced. However, Raymarine cannot
accept liability for any inaccuracies or omissions it may contain. In
addition, our policy of continuous product improvement may change
specifications without notice. As a result, Raymarine cannot accept
liability for any differences between the product and this document.

Important information 13
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Chapter 2: Planning the installation

Chapter contents
• 2.1 Handbook information on page 16
• 2.2 G-Series handbooks on page 16
• 2.3 Installation checklist on page 17
• 2.4 Installation schematics on page 17
• 2.5 Nav stations on page 18
• 2.6 System overview on page 20
• 2.7 Single processor system example on page 22
• 2.8 Dual nav station (single processor) example on page 24
• 2.9 Single nav station (dual processor) example on page 26
• 2.10 Dual nav station (dual processor) example on page 28
• 2.11 Entertainment system example on page 30
• 2.12 System limits on page 32
• 2.13 Data master (master GPM) on page 32
• 2.14 System integration on page 33
• 2.15 Networking constraints on page 37
• 2.16 G-Series network on page 39
• 2.17 System protocols on page 39

Planning the installation 15

2.1 Handbook information 2.2 G-Series handbooks
This handbook contains important information regarding the The G-Series system has the following handbooks available:
installation and commissioning of the G-Series system.
G-Series handbooks

Description Part number

G-Series system installation and 87070
commissioning instructions
G-Series system operating instructions 86126
(quick reference)
G-Series system user reference 81276
handbook
Glass Bridge monitors user guide 81324
G-Series compact keyboard 81316
G-Series command center keyboard 87084

Additional handbooks
Description Part number
SeaTalkng reference manual 81300

All documents are available to download as PDFs from

www.raymarine.com.

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2.3 Installation checklist 2.4 Installation schematics
Installation includes the following activities: Use the supplied schematic templates to record the details of the
installation.
Installation Task
This document includes a number of schematic templates to assist
1 Plan your system you in planning Nav Stations, cables and connections. It is important
to record this information for the purposes of the initial installation
2 Obtain all required equipment and tools
and for the future configuration and maintenance of the system.
3 Site all equipment The schematic templates can be used to record the following
4 Route all cables. information:

5 Drill cable and mounting holes. • Nav Station name.

• Nav Station location.
6 Make all connections into equipment.
• Nav Station IP address.
7 Secure all equipment in place.
• Equipment serial numbers.
8 Power on test the system.
• Equipment location.
• GPM processor Data Master designation.

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2.5 Nav stations
A Nav Station is a grouping of up to 4 monitors and a keyboard,
enabling you to adjust the brightness and power for all monitors
from the same keyboard.
Each Nav Station includes at least 1 monitor and at least 1 keyboard:
Monitors — Up to 2 monitors can be connected to each GPM
processor in your system.
1 2 3
ABC DEF

4 5 6 WPTS
GHI JKL MNO PAGE MENU OUT
MOB

RANGE
ENTER
7 8 9 IN
PQRS TUV WXYZ ACTIVE DATA

1
DODGE STANDBY PILOT OK CANCEL

Keyboards — A keyboard can be assigned to a single monitor, a

Nav Station, or all monitors in your system, but can only control 1
monitor at a time. You can select which monitor you want to control
from the keyboard. When a keyboard is associated with a monitor,
this provides full control of the system.
The following diagram illustrates a typical Nav Station arrangement:

1 2 3
ABC DEF

4 5 6 WPTS
GHI JKL MNO PAGE MENU OUT
MOB

RANGE
ENTER
7 8 9 IN
PQRS TUV WXYZ ACTIVE DATA

2
0
DODGE STANDBY PILOT OK CANCEL

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 Number Description
1 Nav Station 1 (flybridge)
2 Nav Station 2 (bridge)
3 Below-decks components (for example, GPM processor unit,
GVM video module)

Refer to the installation instructions for information on planning and

configuring the Nav Station(s) for your system.

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2.6 System overview
6
SeaTalkng
1 2

SeaTalkng
5

DVI / VGA CANCEL ENTER CANCEL ENTER

MENU MENU

1 2 3
ABC DEF
DVI / VGA

3
4 5 6 WPTS
GHI JKL MNO PAGE MENU OUT
MOB

RANGE
ENTER
7 8 9 IN
PQRS TUV WXYZ ACTIVE DATA

. 0
DODGE STANDBY PILOT OK CANCEL

SeaTalkhs
4 2 15
9 8

SeaTalk

SeaTalkhs NMEA0183 / SeaTalk

1 2 3
ABC DEF

4 5 6

3
WPTS
GHI JKL MNO PAGE MENU OUT
MOB

RANGE
ENTER

SeaTalkhs
7 8 9 IN
PQRS TUV WXYZ ACTIVE DATA

. 0
DODGE STANDBY PILOT OK CANCEL

10
13 12

14

11

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The G-Series system consists of a number of devices connected
together to form a complete marine electronics system. The diagram
shows an overview of a typical system, which might include:
1. Nav Station 1 (for example, flybridge).
2. Monitor.
3. Keyboard.
4. Nav Station 2 (for example, bridge).
5. GPM processor unit.
6. SeaTalkng instrument / pilot.
7. SeaTalk instrument / pilot.
8. GPS receiver.
9. Alarm sounder.
10. Digital Sounder Module (DSM) sonar.
11. Radar scanner.
12. E-Series Widescreen multifunction display.
13. GVM video module.
14. Video camera.
15. SeaTalkhs switch.

Note: G-Series monitors also require a SeaTalkhs connection to

the GPM processor unit (via a SeaTalkhs switch), not shown here.

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2.7 Single processor system example
1
2 4

3 5 6
1 2 3
ABC DEF

4 5 6 WPTS
GHI JKL MNO PAGE MENU OUT
MOB

RANGE
ENTER
7 8 9 IN
PQRS TUV WXYZ ACTIVE DATA

. 0
DODGE STANDBY PILOT OK CANCEL

SeaTalkng CANCEL ENTER

MENU
CANCEL ENTER

MENU

SeaTalkhs

14 11 7

15 10
8

DVI / VGA

12 SeaTalkng
C/lines for plugs/sockets

SeaTalkhs

SeaTalkhs
13 9
SeaTalkhs SeaTalkhs

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1. Nav Station.
2. Monitor.
3. Keyboard.
4. SeaTalkng backbone.
5. SeaTalkng pilot.
6. SeaTalkng instrument.
7. Radar scanner.
8. Digital Sounder Module (DSM) sonar.
9. Transducer.
10. SeaTalkhs switch.
11. GPM processor unit.
12. Audio output (to vessel’s audio system).
13. SeaTalk / alarm output.
14. GPS receiver (SeaTalk).
15. Alarm sounder.

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2.8 Dual nav station (single processor) example
1
2 7
3 9 10
1 2 3
ABC DEF

4 5 6 WPTS
GHI JKL MNO PAGE MENU OUT
MOB

RANGE
ENTER
7 8 9 IN
PQRS TUV WXYZ ACTIVE DATA

. 0
DODGE STANDBY PILOT OK CANCEL

SeaTalkng 8
CANCEL ENTER CANCEL ENTER

MENU MENU

SeaTalkng

4
2 6

11

SeaTalkng
1 2 3
ABC DEF

4 5 6 WPTS
GHI JKL MNO PAGE MENU OUT
MOB

RANGE
ENTER
7 8 9 IN

5
PQRS TUV WXYZ ACTIVE DATA

. 0
DODGE STANDBY PILOT OK CANCEL

DVI / VGA

14
16 15 12
DVI / VGA

DVI / VGA

SeaTalkng

C/lines for plugs/sockets

SeaTalkhs

SeaTalkhs
SeaTalk /
NMEA0183
SeaTalkhs 13
SeaTalkhs SeaTalkhs
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1. Nav Station 1 (for example, flybridge).
2. Monitor.
3. Keyboard.
4. Nav Station 2 (for example, bridge).
5. Wireless keyboard.
6. Wireless keyboard charger point.
7. SeaTalkng backbone.
8. Wireless base station.
9. SeaTalkng pilot.
10. SeaTalkng instrument.
11. Radar scanner.
12. Digital Sounder Module (DSM) sonar.
13. Transducer.
14. SeaTalkhs switch.
15. GPM processor unit.
16. GPS receiver.

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2.9 Single nav station (dual processor) example
4
1 5 5

SeaTalkng
SeaTalkng
CANCEL ENTER CANCEL ENTER

MENU MENU

SeaTalkng
3
2 2 1

4
GHI
2
ABC

5
JKL
3
DEF

6
MNO PAGE
WPTS
MOB
MENU OUT

RANGE
ENTER
7 8 9 IN
PQRS TUV WXYZ ACTIVE DATA

6
. 0
DODGE STANDBY PILOT OK CANCEL
SeaTalkhs

SeaTalkhs

13 12 11 7

10 8

DVI / VGA DVI / VGA

SeaTalkhs SeaTalkng AV 8
SeaTalkhs SeaTalkhs

SeaTalkhs S-Video

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1. Nav Station.
2. Monitor.
3. Keyboard.
4. SeaTalkng backbone.
5. SeaTalkng instrument.
6. Radar scanner.
7. Digital Sounder Module (DSM) sonar.
8. Video camera.
9. GVM video module.
10. GPM processor unit (data master).
11. SeaTalkhs switch.
12. GPM processor unit.

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2.10 Dual nav station (dual processor) example
1 5
2 2 2 2

1 2 3 1 2 3
ABC DEF ABC DEF

4 5 6 WPTS 4 5 6
GHI JKL MNO PAGE MENU WPTS
MOB OUT GHI JKL MNO PAGE MENU OUT
MOB
RANGE RANGE
ENTER ENTER
7 8 9 IN 7 8 9 IN
PQRS TUV WXYZ ACTIVE DATA PQRS TUV WXYZ ACTIVE DATA

. 0
DODGE STANDBY PILOT OK CANCEL . 0
DODGE STANDBY PILOT OK CANCEL

3 4 4 3
SeaTalkng

DVI / VGA

SeaTalkhs

SeaTalkhs DVI / VGA

12 10 9

DVI / VGA

SeaTalkng
SeaTalkhs

SeaTalkhs
SeaTalkhs SeaTalkhs 7 7
DVI / VGA
SeaTalkhs

SeaTalkhs
11 8 6
SeaTalkhs
DVI / VGA
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1. Nav Station 1.
2. Monitor.
3. Wireless keyboard charge point.
4. Wireless keyboard.
5. Nav Station 2.
6. Connection to other SeaTalkng devices.
7. Wireless base station.
8. SeaTalkng backbone.
9. GPM processor unit (data master).
10. SeaTalkhs switch.
11. Connection to other SeaTalkhs devices.
12. GPM processor unit.

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2.11 Entertainment system example

4
Audio

S-Video
12
1

9 8
5

2
1 2
ABC
3
DEF
6
3
4 5 6 WPTS
GHI JKL MNO PAGE MENU OUT
MOB

RANGE
ENTER
7 8 9 IN
PQRS TUV WXYZ ACTIVE DATA

. 0
DODGE STANDBY PILOT OK CANCEL

AV
SeaTalkng

AV
10
SeaTalkng

DVI / VGA

7
SeaTalkng

Audio
11 SeaTalkhs SeaTalkhs
S-Video

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1. Television.
2. Wireless keyboard charge point.
3. Wireless keyboard.
4. Satellite TV.
5. Wireless base station.
6. Video camera.
7. Video camera with audio connection.
8. GVM video module.
9. SeaTalkhs switch.
10. GPM processor unit.
11. Audio output (to vessel’s audio system).
12. SeaTalkng backbone.

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2.12 System limits 2.13 Data master (master GPM)
The following limits apply regarding the number of system If your system features more than one GPM processor unit you must
components that can be connected in any single G-Series system: designate one GPM processor as the data master (master GPM).
Component Maximum If the data master has not already been designated as part of the
installation and commissioning process it must be done as part of
GPM processor 4 (1 of which must be designated as the initial setup.
the data master)
The data master handles all the data from the various marine
Monitor 8 (2 per GPM processor) electronics installed around your vessel. The data master receives
data from SeaTalk and SeaTalkng and transmits it to the relevant
Keyboard 8 (2 per GPM processor), consisting of components of the G-Series system via the SeaTalkhs network.
any combination of Compact or wired /
wireless Command Center keyboards. For example the system may require heading information from the
autopilot and GPS systems, usually received through a SeaTalkng or
GVM video module 3 NMEA connection. The data master is the GPM processor to which
the SeaTalk, NMEA and any other data connections are made, it
DSM sonar 1 then bridges the data to the SeaTalkhs network and any compatible
Digital radar scanner 2 repeat displays. Information shared by the data master includes:

E-Series Widescreen multifunction 2 • Cartography

display • Routes and waypoints
• Radar
Note: The maximum number of devices (nodes) in a SeaTalkhs
network must not exceed 25. The maximum number of devices in • Sonar
a SeaTalkng network must not exceed 50.
• Data received from the autopilot, instruments, the engine and
other external sources.

Note: The GPM processor that you choose to be the master

GPM must be the unit to which the SeaTalk and SeaTalkng buses
are physically connected.

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2.14 System integration
You can add additional features and functions to your G-Series
system by connecting a number of external devices to your
multifunction display via the GPM400 processor module.
The following diagram illustrates the various external devices that
can be connected to your system:
Instruments

Video / Camera / Satellite TV

External GPS

Thermal camera
Autopilot

G-Series system
DSC VHF Digital Open Array radar scanner
11.18.0

RAY240

1 2 3
ABC DEF

or
4 5 6 WPTS
GHI JKL MNO PAGE MENU OUT
MOB

RANGE
ENTER
7 8 9 IN
PQRS TUV WXYZ ACTIVE DATA

. 0
DODGE STANDBY PILOT OK CANCEL

Digital Radome scanner

AIS receiver /
transceiver

Personal Fishfinder SeaTalkhs Additional

Computer DSM30, 300, or 400 switch multifunction display(s) Weather receiver
D11692_1

A variety of protocols are used to transfer data between the various

devices in your networked system. The following table details which
devices may be connected, and the type of connectivity (in terms of
protocols and physical interfaces):
Planning the installation 33
 Device Type Suitable Devices Connectivity Device Type Suitable Devices Connectivity
Radar Up to two of the SeaTalkhs of ONE of the following
following Raymarine Raymarine fishfinders:
radar scanners may • DSM 30
be connected to
your system. Both • DSM 300
scanners may be
operated simultaneously • DSM 400
if required. Cartography — included Embedded (internal) GPM400 internal
Navionics cartography storage
• 4 kilowatt Digital
Radome Scanner Cartography — optional External CompactFlash, Card slot
• 4 kilowatt HD Digital microSD, or microSDHC
chart cards: Note: microSD
Radome Scanner
and microSDHC
• 4 kilowatt HD Digital • Navionics Silver cards require the
Open Array Scanner • Navionics Gold optional Raymarine
CF / microSD card
• 12 kilowatt HD Digital • Navionics Gold+ adaptor. Only the
Open Array Scanner official Raymarine
• Navionics Platinum adaptor is compatible
• 4 kilowatt SuperHD
Digital Open Array • Navionics Platinum+ with your system.
Scanner
• Navionics Fish’N Chip
• 12 kilowatt SuperHD
• Navionics Hotmaps
Digital Open Array
Scanner Refer to the
Raymarine website
Note: Please (www.raymarine.com)
ensure your radar for the latest list of
scanner is using supported chart cards.
the latest software
version. GVM video module Up to 3 Raymarine GVM SeaTalkhs
video modules
Fishfinder The G-Series system SeaTalkhs
supports the connection

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 Device Type Suitable Devices Connectivity Device Type Suitable Devices Connectivity
Sirius Weather/Audio • Raymarine SR100 SeaTalkhs Keyboard A maximum of 8 SeaTalkng
Sirius Weather Raymarine keyboards
Receiver may be connected
to a G-Series
AIS The G-Series system NMEA 0183 or system, including any
supports the connection SeaTalkng combination of:
of ONE of the following
AIS units: • G-Series Command
Centre Keyboard
• Raymarine AIS 250 (wired)
• Raymarine AIS 500 • G-Series Command
• Third-party AIS Class Centre Keyboard
A or Class B receiver (wireless; requires
/ transceiver optional wireless
upgrade kit)
Navtex Navtex Receiver NMEA 0183
• G-Series Compact
Fast Heading Sensor Fast Heading Sensor NMEA 0183 Keyboard (wired)
GPS — external Raystar125 GPS or SeaTalk, SeaTalkng, or Additional multifunction • Any combination of up SeaTalkhs
third-party external GPS NMEA 0183 display(s) to 8 G-Series or Glass
receiver Bridge monitors.
Instruments All current Raymarine SeaTalk, SeaTalkng, or • Maximum 2 E-Series
instruments NMEA 0183 Widescreen E90W,
E120W, E140W
Autopilot — Raymarine All current Raymarine SeaTalk, SeaTalkng displays.
autopilots
Autopilot — third party Third-party autopilots NMEA 0183 (waypoint
and bearing information)
VHF radio Raymarine DSC VHF NMEA 0183, SeaTalk
radios

Planning the installation 35

 Device Type Suitable Devices Connectivity Device Type Suitable Devices Connectivity
External (non- Each GPM processor • 2 x DVI connectors.
Raymarine) display(s) unit supports the
following resolutions: • Both DVI connectors
support VGA using
• 1024 X 768 the optional adaptor
cable.
• 1280 X 720
• 1280 X 768
• 1280 X 800
• 1280 X 1024
Thermal camera The G-Series system SeaTalkhs (for control),
supports the connection BNC connector (for
of ONE of the following video, via GVM video
Raymarine thermal module)
cameras:
• T300 thermal camera
(9 Hz)
• T303 thermal camera
(30 Hz)
• T350 thermal camera
(9 Hz)
• T400 thermal camera
(9 Hz)
• T403 thermal camera
(30 Hz)
• T450 thermal camera
(9 Hz)

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 Device Type Suitable Devices Connectivity 2.15 Networking constraints
The following constraints apply when networking an E-Series
• 4 x composite video
Widescreen display with a G-Series system.
inputs (PAL or NTSC).
Only 3 available if General
S-Video input in use).
• E-Series Widescreen displays must be connected to the G-Series
• 1 x S-Video input system via SeaTalkhs.
(PAL or NTSC).
• E-Series Widescreen displays can be connected via NMEA 0183.
• 1 x stereo line-level
audio input (for • E-Series Widescreen displays must NOT be connected to
S-Video / Composite SeaTalkng when part of a G-Series network.
input 4 only). • E-Series Widescreen displays must NOT be connected to SeaTalk
when part of a G-Series network.
Note: Video
connected to the Master / slave operation
GVM400 can be
viewed on any • When using an E-Series Widescreen display in a G-Series
G-Series displays system, the G-Series GPM processor unit is ALWAYS the data
on the SeaTalkhs master.
network. Nav stations
An E-Series Widescreen display can NOT form part of a G-Series
Nav Station configuration.
Home screen sharing
• For networks featuring ONLY E-Series Widescreen units:
– Networked E-Series Widescreen units share home screens.
• For networks featuring ONLY G-Series GPM processor units:
– Networked GPM processor units share home screens.
• For networks featuring E-Series Widescreen AND G-Series GPM
processor units:
– E-Series Widescreen units share home screens.
– GPM processor units share home screens.
Planning the installation 37
 – E-Series Widescreen units do NOT share home screens with Keyboards
GPM processor units.
If a SeaTalkng keyboard is being used to control an E-Series
Cartography sharing Widescreen display it must be connected directly to the E-Series
Widescreen display using SeaTalkng. It must NOT be connected
• Chart card cartography is shared between E-Series Widescreen to the G-Series SeaTalkng bus.
displays and G-Series GPM processor units.
GPS
• Embedded cartography can NOT be shared between E-Series
Widescreen displays and G-Series GPM processor units. A networked system does NOT support multiple GPS receivers.

• An E-Series Widescreen display will share its embedded

cartography with another E-Series Widescreen display on the
same network.
• A G-Series GPM processor unit will share its embedded
cartography with other G-Series GPM processor units on the
same network.
• The cartography contained on chart cards is always used in
preference to embedded cartography when a chart card is
inserted into a card slot.

Radar operation
• The G-Series system supports the use of 2 radar scanners at
the same time.
• An E-Series Widescreen display in a G-Series system can
operate 1 scanner at any one time. To use the second scanner
you must select it in the Radar application’s Setup Menu. This
does not automatically power down the first scanner. When 2
scanners are connected you can power-down the second scanner
at any time using the radar power controls, accessible from the
display’s power button.
• The rotating scanner icon in the status bar indicates the status of
all connected scanners, not just the currently selected scanner.
Similarly, if you have a G-Series Compact keyboard connected to
an E-Series Widescreen display the radar status LED located on
the keyboard reflects the status of ALL scanners.

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2.16 G-Series network 2.17 System protocols
The G-Series system consists of a number of devices that Your Multifunction Display can connect to various instruments and
communicate using various network protocols. displays to share information and so improve the functionality of
The network protocol that your equipment uses depends on a the system. These connections may be made using a number of
number of factors, including the manufacturer, the age of the different protocols. Fast and accurate data collection and transfer is
equipment, and the data bandwidth and compatibility requirements achieved by using a combination of the following data protocols:
of the equipment. • SeaTalkhs
The G-Series GPM processor unit acts as a “bridge” for these • SeaTalkng
devices, receiving data in various protocols and processing or
passing the data on to other devices, as appropriate. • NMEA 2000
• SeaTalk
• NMEA 0183

Note: You may find that your system does not use all of the
connection types or instrumentation described in this section.

SeaTalkhs
SeaTalkhs is an ethernet based marine network. This high speed
protocol allows compatible equipment to communicate rapidly and
share large amounts of data.
Information shared using the SeaTalkhs network includes:
• Shared cartography (between compatible displays).
• Digital radar data.
• Sonar data.

Planning the installation 39

Seatalkng NMEA 0183
SeaTalkng (Next Generation) is an enhanced protocol for connection The NMEA 0183 Data Interface Standard was developed by
of compatible marine instruments and equipment. It replaces the the National Marine Electronics Association of America. It is an
older SeaTalk and SeaTalk2 protocols. international standard to enable equipment from many different
manufacturers to be connected together and share information.
SeaTalkng utilizes a single backbone to which compatible
instruments connect using a spur. Data and power are carried within The NMEA 0183 standard carries similar information to SeaTalk.
the backbone. Devices that have a low draw can be powered from However it has the important difference that one cable will only
the network, although high current equipment will need to have a carry information in one direction. For this reason NMEA 0183 is
separate power connection. generally used to connect a data receiver and a transmitter together,
e.g. a compass sensor transmitting heading to a radar display. This
SeaTalkng is a proprietary extension to NMEA 2000 and the proven information is passed in ‘sentences’, each of which has a three
CAN bus technology. Compatible NMEA 2000 and SeaTalk / letter sentence identifier. It is therefore important when checking
SeaTalk2 devices can also be connected using the appropriate compatibility between items that the same sentence identifiers are
interfaces or adaptor cables as required. used some examples of which are:
NMEA 2000 • VTG - carries Course and Speed Over Ground data.
NMEA 2000 offers significant improvements over NMEA 0183, most • GLL - carries latitude and longitude.
notably in speed and connectivity. Up to 50 units can simultaneously
transmit and receive on a single physical bus at any one time, • DBT - carries water depth.
with each node being physically addressable. The standard • MWV - carries relative wind angle and wind speed data.
was specifically intended to allow for a whole network of marine
electronics from any manufacturer to communicate on a common NMEA baud rates
bus via standardized message types and formats.
The NMEA 0183 standard operates at a number of different
speeds, depending upon the particular requirement or equipment
SeaTalk capabilities. Typical examples are:
SeaTalk is a protocol which enables compatible instruments to • 4800 baud rate. Used for general purpose communications,
connect to each other and share data. including FastHeading data.
The SeaTalk cable system is used to connect compatible • 9600 baud rate. Used for Navtex.
instruments and equipment. The cable carries power and data and
enables connection without the need for a central processor. • 38400 baud rate. Used for AIS and other high speed applications.
Additional instruments and functions can be added to a SeaTalk
system, simply by plugging them into the network. SeaTalk
equipment can also communicate with other non-SeaTalk equipment
via the NMEA 0183 standard, provided a suitable interface is used.

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Chapter 3: Cables and connections

Chapter contents
• 3.1 General cabling guidance on page 42
• 3.2 Sharing a breaker on page 43
• 3.3 Grounding requirements on page 43
• 3.4 Typical power distribution on page 45
• 3.5 Power cables on page 47
• 3.6 SeaTalkhs network on page 48
• 3.7 SeaTalkng connection on page 65
• 3.8 SeaTalk connection on page 67
• 3.9 NMEA 0183 connection on page 69
• 3.10 NMEA 2000 connection on page 71
• 3.11 GPS connection on page 72
• 3.12 AIS connection on page 73
• 3.13 Fastheading connection on page 74

Cables and connections 41

3.1 General cabling guidance Always route data cables as far away as possible from:
• other equipment and cables,
Cable types and length
• high current carrying ac and dc power lines,
It is important to use cables of the appropriate type and length
• antennae.
• Unless otherwise stated use only standard cables of the correct
type, supplied by Raymarine.
Strain relief
• Ensure that any non-Raymarine cables are of the correct quality
and gauge. For example, longer power cable runs may require Ensure adequate strain relief is provided. Protect connectors from
larger wire gauges to minimize voltage drop along the run. strain and ensure they will not pull out under extreme sea conditions.

Routing cables Circuit isolation

Cables must be routed correctly, to maximize performance and Appropriate circuit isolation is required for installations using both
prolong cable life. AC and DC current:
• Do NOT bend cables excessively. Wherever possible, ensure a • Always use isolating transformers or a separate power-inverter
minimum bend radius of 100 mm. to run PC’s, processors, displays and other sensitive electronic
instruments or devices.
• Always use an isolating transformer with Weather FAX audio
Minimum bend
200 mm (8 in) cables.
diameter
• Always use an isolated power supply when using a 3rd party
Minimum bend of cable
100 mm (4 in) radius audio amplifier.
• Always use an RS232/NMEA converter with optical isolation on
the signal lines.
• Protect all cables from physical damage and exposure to heat. • Always make sure that PC’s or other sensitive electronic devices
Use trunking or conduit where possible. Do NOT run cables have a dedicated power circuit.
through bilges or doorways, or close to moving or hot objects.
• Secure cables in place using tie-wraps or lacing twine. Coil any Cable shielding
extra cable and tie it out of the way.
Ensure that all data cables are properly shielded that the cable
• Where a cable passes through an exposed bulkhead or deckhead, shielding is intact (e.g. hasn’t been scraped off by being squeezed
use a suitable watertight feed-through. through a tight area).
• Do NOT run cables near to engines or fluorescent lights.

42 G-Series installation instructions

3.2 Sharing a breaker 3.3 Grounding requirements
Where more than 1 piece of equipment shares a breaker you must These grounding requirements are applicable for Raymarine
provide protection for the individual circuits. E.g. by connecting an equipment supplied with a separate drain wire or screen.
in-line fuse for each power circuit.
• The product power cable drain conductor (screen) must be
connected to a common ground point.
+VE bar -VE bar
• It is recommended that the common ground point is a bonded
ground, i.e. with the ground point connected to battery negative,
Where possible, connect individual items of and situated as close as possible to the battery negative terminal.
equipment to individual circuit breakers. If a bonded ground system is not possible, a non-bonded RF
Where this not possible, use individual in-line ground may be used.
fuses to provide the necessary protection.
Bonded ground system (preferred)
Circuit breaker

Fuse Fuse

D11637-1

D11709-1
1 2 3 4

Cables and connections 43

RF ground system (alternative) References
• ISO10133/13297
• BMEA code of practice
• NMEA 0400

D11710-1
1 2 3 4

1. Power cable to product.

2. Drain (screen).
3. Bonded (preferred) or non-bonded RF ground.
4. Power supply or battery.
Implementation
If several items require grounding, they may first be connected
to a single local point (e.g. within a switch panel), with this point
connected via a single, appropriately-rated conductor, to the boat’s
common ground. The preferred minimum requirement for the path
to ground (bonded or non-bonded) is via a flat tinned copper braid,
with a 30 A rating (1/4 inch) or greater. If this is not possible, an
equivalent stranded wire conductor maybe used, rated as follows:
• for runs of <1 m (3 ft), use 6 mm2 (#10 AWG) or greater.
• for runs of >1 m (3 ft), use 8 mm2 (#8 AWG) or greater.
In any grounding system, always keep the length of connecting
braid or wires as short as possible.
Important: Do NOT connect this product to a positively-grounded
power system.

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3.4 Typical power distribution
1 2 2 4 5

11 11

3 10 7

8
11 11

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Cables and connections 45

1. Distribution panel. Circuit protection
2. Monitor. Recommended loads and protection ratings for G-Series equipment.
3. Voltage Control Module (required only for Open Array radar GPM400 processor
scanners).
All GPM400 processors must be switched via a single breaker.
4. Radar scanner.
Number of GPM Thermal breaker Fuse
5. GPS receiver. units Supply voltage (overall) (individual)
6. Digital Sounder Module (DSM) sonar. 1 12 volts 10 amps 10 amps
7. Negative (-VE) bar. 24 volts 5 amps 5 amps
8. Circuit breaker. 2 12 volts 20 amps 10 amps
9. Fuses. 24 volts 10 amps 5 amps
10. Positive (+VE) bar. 3 12 volts 25 amps 10 amps
11. GPM processor unit. 24 volts 15 amps 5 amps
Power distribution notes 4 12 volts 35 amps 10 amps
• Raymarine recommends that you have a dedicated distribution 24 volts 20 amps 5 amps
panel for your G-Series system.
• All GPM processor units must be powered from a single breaker Monitors
or switch, with appropriate circuit protection.
Typical isolator
• All monitors and ancillary equipment should where possible be Supply voltage switch Thermal breaker Fuse
wired to individual breakers.
12 volts 15 amps 8 amps 12 amps
• Each monitor should have its own dedicated power cable.
24 volts 8 amps 4 amps 6 amps
• Equipment which is susceptible to noise (such as VHF radios)
should NOT be wired to the same distribution panel as the
GVM400 video module
monitors. If in doubt the monitors (or affected equipment) can be
wired directly back to the battery / power source via a dedicated Supply voltage Thermal breaker Fuse
breaker. Refer to the separate monitor documentation for more
details. 12 volts 1.2 amps 2 amps
24 volts 1 amp 1 amp

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3.5 Power cables GVM400 video module
Power cable requirements. Power cables
GVM video module power cable requirements.
• Cable must be of a suitable gauge for the circuit load.
The GVM video module is not supplied with a power cable. Power
• Each unit should have its own dedicated power cable wired back cables must be of the appropriate gauge.
to the distribution panel. Power supply Cable gauge Cable gauge
• All GPM processor units should be connected to the same Cable length voltage (AWM) (mm2)
breaker.
0 to 5 m (0 to 16.4 12 volts 20 0.52
• Power cables must include a separate screen wire. ft)
24 volts 20 0.52

GPM processor unit 5 to 10 m (16.4 to 12 volts 20 0.52

32.8 ft)
24 volts 20 0.52
Power cable extensions
GPM processor power cable extension requirements. 10 to 15 m (32.8 12 volts 20 0.52
to 49.2 ft)
The GPM processor unit is supplied with a 1.5 m power cable. This 24 volts 20 0.52
can be extended if required. Extensions must be of the appropriate
15 to 20 m (49.2 12 volts 18 0.82
gauge.
to 65.6 ft)
Power supply Cable gauge Cable gauge 24 volts 20 0.52
Cable length voltage (AWM) (mm2)
0 to 5 m (0 to 16.4 12 volts 18 0.82 Monitors
ft)
24 volts 20 0.52 Power cable extensions
5 to 10 m (16.4 to 12 volts 14 2.08 Monitor power cable extension requirements.
32.8 ft) G-Series monitors are supplied with a 1.5 m power cable. This can
24 volts 18 0.82 be extended if required. Extensions must be of the appropriate
10 to 15 m (32.8 12 volts 12 3.31 gauge.
to 49.2 ft) Power supply Cable gauge Cable gauge
24 volts 16 1.31 Cable length voltage (AWM) (mm2)
15 to 20 m (49.2 12 volts 12 3.31 0 to 5 m (0 to 16.4 12 volts 14 2.0
to 65.6 ft) ft)
24 volts 14 2.08 24 volts 16 1.5

Cables and connections 47

 Power supply Cable gauge Cable gauge 3.6 SeaTalkhs network
Cable length voltage (AWM) (mm2)
You can connect a number of devices to the G-Series system using
5 to 10 m (16.4 to 12 volts 12 3.5 a SeaTalkhs network.
32.8 ft)
24 volts 14 2.0 The following devices can be connected to the G-Series system
using a SeaTalkhs switch:
10 to 15 m (32.8 12 volts 10 5.5
to 49.2 ft) • Digital radar.
24 volts 12 3.5
• Digital Sounder Module (DSM) sonar.
15 to 20 m (49.2 12 volts 8 8.5 • GVM video module.
to 65.5 ft)
24 volts 12 3.5 • Monitors.
• SR100 Sirius weather / audio receiver.
• Additional multifunction displays (for example, E-Series
Widescreen).
• PC or laptop using RayTech software.

SeaTalkhs cable types

There are 2 types of SeaTalk cable — “patch” and “network”.
• Patch — for connecting the following devices to a SeaTalkhs
switch:
– GVM video module.
– Additional SeaTalkhs switch.
– Monitors.
– PC or laptop using RayTech software.
• Network — for connecting the following devices to a SeaTalkhs
switch:
– GPM processor unit.
– Digital Sounder Module (DSM) sonar.
– SR100 Sirius weather / audio receiver.

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 – Additional multifunction displays (for example, E-Series
Widescreen). 1

SeaTalkhs network cables 2

Cable Part number
1.5 m (4.9 ft) SeaTalkhs network cable E55049
SeaTalkhs
5 m (16.4 ft) SeaTalkhs network cable E55050
10 m (32.8 ft) SeaTalkhs network cable E55051 SeaTalkhs 3
20 m (65.6 ft) SeaTalkhs network cable E55052
9

SeaTalkhs patch cables

Cable Part number
1.5 m (4.9 ft) SeaTalkhs patch cable E06054 4
5 m (16.4 ft) SeaTalkhs patch cable E06055
10 m (32.8 ft) SeaTalkhs patch cable E06056
15 m (49.2 ft) SeaTalkhs patch cable A62136
6 5
20 m (65.6 ft) SeaTalkhs patch cable E06057

Monitor connection

D11813-1
10 8 7
Connect the G-Series monitors to both the GPM processor and
the SeaTalkhs switch.
1. SeaTalkhs switch.
Monitors may be connected to the GPM processor using either a
VGA or DVI cable, but NOT both. 2. GPM processor unit.
3. VGA input adaptor cable (plugs into the DVI input on the GPM
processor unit). Adaptor cable NOT supplied (part number
E06053).
4. VGA cable (plugs into adaptor cable).

Cables and connections 49

5. DVI cable (plugs into the DVI input on GPM processor unit). IP selector switch
6. Network selector switch (must be in UP position for connection The IP selector switch at the rear of the monitor must be in the UP
to a SeaTalkhs network). position.

7. Monitor’s DVI input. Screen resolution and aspect ratio

8. Monitor’s VGA input. G-Series monitor screen resolution and aspect ratio.
Each GPM processor unit provides an identical screen resolution
9. Monitor. and aspect ratio to both its monitor outputs (DVI and VGA).
10. Power connection. If you want to connect 2 displays to your system featuring different
screen resolutions or aspect ratios (for example a widescreen
IP address label television and a G-Series monitor), you must use 2 separate GPM
There are 3 labels on your monitor containing the IP address. You processor units.
will need to know the IP address when setting up the G-Series G-Series Monitor cables
system and associated monitors.
Cables for connecting the monitor to the G-Series system.
Example IP address label
DVI connection to GPM400
Re ta in for Ins ta lla tion a nd P e rma ne nt Re cord Cable Part number Notes
IP Addre s s : 192.168.101.82
Loca tion: 5 m (16.4 ft) DVI to DVI E06021 Supplied with the
(digital) cable monitor
• The label on the front of the monitor should be left in place for 10 m (32.8 ft) DVI to DVI E06022
reference when commissioning the G-Series system. (digital) cable
• The removable label on the rear of the monitor should be removed
and attached to the handbook or a suitable log book for future SeaTalkhs cables
reference. Ensure that you write the monitor location onto this Cables to connect from the monitor to the SeaTalkhs switch. These
label. are required for control of monitor functions with the G-Series
• The remaining label on the rear of the monitor should be left in keyboard.
place. Cable Part number Notes
1.5 m (4.9 ft) SeaTalkhs E06054
patch cable
5 m (16.4 ft) SeaTalkhs E06055
patch cable

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 Cable Part number Notes Wired keyboard connections
10 m (32.8 ft) SeaTalkhs E06056 Wired keyboards are connected to the G-Series system using the
patch cable SeaTalkng backbone.

15 m (49.2 ft) SeaTalkhs A62036

patch cable 2

20 m (65.6) SeaTalkhs E06057 1

patch cable 3

Third-party displays
Additional requirements for third-party displays, including monitors
and televisions.
4
Ensure that any third-party (non-Raymarine) displays have electrical
isolation between the video connections and power supply (and any
other 0 V referenced connection). This is to avoid 0 V loops which
can cause interference issues.
1 2 3
ABC DEF

4 5 6 WPTS
GHI JKL MNO PAGE MENU OUT
MOB

5
RANGE
ENTER
7 8 9 IN
PQRS TUV WXYZ ACTIVE DATA

. 0
DODGE STANDBY PILOT OK CANCEL

D11814-1
1. Monitor.
2. SeaTalkng backbone.
3. GPM processor unit.
4. SeaTalkng spur.
5. Keyboard (Command Center keyboard (shown) or Compact
keyboard (not shown).
You can connect a keyboard directly to a SeaTalkng backbone or via
a SeaTalkng instrument.

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 Wireless keyboard connections
Wireless keyboards connect to the G-Series system via the wireless
base station.
A charge point is also required for the wireless keyboard.
2

1 3
3
3

8
3

1 2 3
ABC DEF

ENTER
4
GHI

7
PQRS
5
JKL

8
TUV
6
MNO

9
WXYZ
PAGE

ACTIVE
WPTS
MOB

DATA
MENU OUT

RANGE
IN
4
. 0
DODGE STANDBY PILOT OK CANCEL

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3
1. SeaTalkng instrument (for example ST70). 7 6
2. SeaTalkng backbone.
3. SeaTalkng spur. 5

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4. Keyboard (Command Center keyboard (shown) or Compact
keyboard (not shown). 1. SeaTalkng backbone.
Note: Connect the keyboard to a SeaTalkng backbone OR via a 2. GPM processor unit.
SeaTalkng instrument, NOT both.
3. SeaTalkng spur.

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4. Wireless base station. 1. SeaTalkng backbone.
5. SeaTalkng charge point. 2. SeaTalkng spur.
6. SeaTalkng charge cable. 3. SeaTalkng bulkhead mounting.
7. Keyboard (with wireless upgrade kit fitted). 4. Keyboard (with wireless upgrade kit fitted).
8. Monitor.
5. SeaTalkng charge point.

Wireless base station connections 6. SeaTalkng charge cable.

The wireless base station connects to the G-Series system via the 7. Wireless base station unit.
SeaTalkng backbone. The connections inside the wireless base station unit are as follows:
The charge point must also be connected to the SeaTalkng
backbone. The charge point is typically fitted to your vessel’s
bulkhead.

2
2

4
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 2. Blue.
3. Screen.
4. Red.
5. Black.
6. SeaTalkng connection.

Keyboard cables
Cables for connecting the wired and wireless keyboards to the
G-Series system.

Wired keyboard connection to SeaTalkng

Cable Part number Notes
400 mm (15.75 in) A06038
SeaTalkng spur cable
1 m (3.3 ft) SeaTalkng A06039 Supplied with the
spur cable keyboard
3 m (9.8 ft) SeaTalkng A06040
spur cable

1 5 m (16.4 ft) SeaTalkng A06041

spur cable
2
Wireless base station connection to SeaTalkng
3
Cable Part number Notes
6 4
1 m (3.3 ft) SeaTalkng A06043 Supplied with the
5 spur cable (bare ends) wireless base station.

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3 m (9.8 ft) SeaTalkng A06044
spur cable (bare ends)
1. White.

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SeaTalkng charging point connection Monitor video connections
Cable Part number Notes
2.5 m (8.2 ft) charging R08311 Supplied with the
cable wireless keyboard
upgrade kit.
3 m (9.8 ft) SeaTalkng R08310 Supplied with the
bulkhead mounting wireless keyboard
cable upgrade kit.

3
Video and audio connections
There are 2 ways of connecting audio / video sources to the
G-Series system.
Connection method Video Associated Audio
VGA 1 VGA 2 VGA 2 DVI 1 DVI 2 Comp 1 Comp 2 Comp 3 S-Video

Video source connected Video source can only No audio support.

directly to the rear of be viewed on the monitor
a G-Series monitor (or to which it is physically
Glass Bridge monitor). connected.
1 2
Video source connected Video source is shared Audio is only available
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to the GVM video across the G-Series for video sources
module. network and can connected to the
1. Composite video inputs (number of inputs: 3) — video
be viewed on any S-Video / Composite
sources connected to these 3 inputs can be viewed only on the
monitor connected to 4 inputs. If an audio
monitor to which they are physically connected.
the network. connection is made to
the GVM video module, 2. S-Video input (number of inputs: 1) — the video source
the audio is sent to the connected to this input can be viewed only on the monitor to
GPM processor unit. which it is physically connected.
The GPM processor unit
features an audio output 3. SeaTalkhs network connection — for connecting the monitor
for sending the audio to the SeaTalkhs network. The monitor can display any video
to your vessel’s audio sources connected to a GVM video module on the same
system. network. You can also use the monitor to control the volume of
any audio connected to the GVM video module.

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GVM video module connections

1 2

SeaTalkhs

4
5

8 6

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1. GVM video module. GPM processor audio connections
2. SeaTalkhs switch. The audio for an S-Video / composite 4 video source is connected
to the GVM video module and sent via the SeaTalkhs network to the
3. G-Series and SeaTalkhs devices. GPM processor unit, which features an audio output for connection
4. S-Video source (for example, video camera). to your vessel’s audio system.

5. S-Video connection (using the supplied R08274 S-Video

adaptor cable). 1

6. Stereo audio connection (using the supplied R08275 audio

cable). Only the S-Video and Composite 4 inputs support an
associated audio connection.
7. Composite video source (for example, video camera).
8. Illustration showing the labels for the video and audio
connections on the GVM video module.

Note: Each GVM400 video module supports 1 S-Video input, or

4 composite video inputs (reduced to 3 composite video inputs
if using S-Video input). If a thermal camera is connected to a 2
GVM video module no further video devices may be connected to
that GVM unit. The G-Series system supports a maximum of 3
GVM video modules, providing a total of 12 video inputs (less if
connecting S-Video or thermal camera devices).
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1. GPM processor unit.

2. Audio connection to vessel’s audio system.

Video cables
Cables for connecting video sources to the G-Series system.
Cable Part number Notes
1.5 m (4.9 ft) S-Video R08274 Supplied with the GVM
adaptor cable video module.

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 Note: Refer to your dealer for suitable cables for connecting Digital radome radar scanner connection
composite video sources to the G-Series, and also for connecting
S-Video sources to the adaptor cable listed above.

Audio cables 1

Cables for connecting audio to the G-Series system.

Cable Part number Notes 2

1.5 m (4.9 ft) stereo R08275 Supplied with the GVM

audio cable video module.
3 m (9.8 ft) stereo audio R08266 Supplied with the GPM
cable processor unit.
3
15 m (49.2 ft) stereo R08298
5
audio cable

Digital radar connection SeaTalkhs

Digital radar scanners connect to the G-Series system via the SeaTalkhs 4
SeaTalkhs switch, using a dedicated power and data digital cable.
The G-Series system supports up to 2 digital radar scanners. Both
may be operated simultaneously if required. D11826-1

1. Digital radome scanner.

2. GPM processor unit.
3. SeaTalkhs switch.
4. Connection to power supply.
5. Power and data digital cable.

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Digital open array radar scanner connection 3. SeaTalkhs switch.
4. VCM100 power converter.
5. Power and data digital cable.

1 2

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1. Digital open array radar scanner.

2. GPM processor unit.

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Digital radar cable extension
If required you can use a Raymarine digital radar extension cable.

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D11687-1

1. Power and data digital scanner cable extension. Note: For Digital Open Array radar scanners, the power
2. Power and data digital scanner cable. For networked systems, a connections on the power and data digital cable MUST be
SeaTalkhs switch is required between this cable and the system. connected to the VCM100 Voltage Converter Module (NOT
For non-networked systems, a crossover coupler is required for shown in the diagram above).
directly connecting the radar scanner. These connections are
NOT shown in the diagram above. Note: The extension cable connects to the radar scanner.

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Digital radar cables Radar power and data digital extension cables
You will need a dedicated radar power and data digital cable and These cables extend the power and data digital cables for a
SeaTalkhs network cables to connect your scanner to your system. scanner’s power and data connections.
Connection Required cable Cable Part number

Digital radar scanner to SeaTalkhs Power and data digital cable. For 2.5 m (8.2 ft) Power and data digital A92141D
switch and power supply. longer cable runs, extensions are cable
available in a variety of lengths.
5 m (16.4 ft) Power and data digital A55080D
SeaTalkhs switch to GPM processor SeaTalkhs network cables, available in cable
unit. a variety of cable lengths.
10 m (32.8 ft) Power and data digital A55081D
cable
Radar power and data digital cables
These cables contain the wires for a scanner’s power and data Note: The maximum length for the radar power and data digital
connections. cable (including any extensions) is 25 m (82 ft).
Cable Part number
SeaTalkhs network cables
5 m (16.4 ft) Power and data digital A55076D
cable Cable Part number

10 m (32.8 ft) Power and data digital A55077D 1.5 m (4.9 ft) SeaTalkhs network cable E55049
cable E55050
5 m (16.4 ft) SeaTalkhs network cable
15 m (49.2 ft) Power and data digital A55078D
10 m (32.8 ft) SeaTalkhs network cable E55051
cable
20 m (65.6 ft) SeaTalkhs network cable E55052
25 m (82.0 ft) Power and data digital A55079D
cable

Note: The maximum length for the radar power and data digital
cable (including any extensions) is 25 m (82 ft).

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Sonar connection • DSM400
The sonar connection is required for fishfinder applications. The • DSM300
display is connected to a sonar module (DSM) using SeaTalkhs. You
will also require a compatible transducer connected to the DSM unit. The system supports 1 DSM module.

SeaTalkhs network cables

Cable Part number
1.5 m (4.9 ft) SeaTalkhs network cable E55049
1 5 m (16.4 ft) SeaTalkhs network cable E55050
10 m (32.8 ft) SeaTalkhs network cable E55051
20 m (65.6 ft) SeaTalkhs network cable E55052

2
Thermal camera connection
SeaTalkhs
You can connect a thermal camera to your system.
The camera is connected via a SeaTalkhs switch. If you want to
3 use the optional Joystick Control Unit (JCU) with the camera this
must also be connected to the SeaTalkhs switch. A composite video
connection is also required between the camera and a GVM video
module.

SeaTalkhs

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1. GPM processor unit.

2. SeaTalkhs switch.
3. DSM sonar.
The G-Series system can be used with the following DSM units:
• DSM30

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 3. PoE (Power over Ethernet) injector (only required if using the
1 2
optional JCU).
4. Joystick Control Unit (JCU), optional.
5. Cable coupler.
6. Thermal camera.
7. Video connection.
8. GVM video module.

Important notes
SeaTalkhs
• You can control the thermal camera using your G-Series
keyboard. The Joystick Control Unit (JCU) is optional, but can

SeaTalkhs

SeaTalkhs

SeaTalkhs
be used in conjunction with the G-Series system to control the
8 thermal camera if required.
• You can only connect 1 thermal camera to each GVM video
7 module in your G-Series system. When a thermal camera is
connected, each GVM video module is limited to that input
only and does NOT support the connection of any further video
devices.
4 3
• Each thermal camera must be connected to Video Input 1 of a
GVM video module.
• “Dual payload” thermal cameras include 2 independent lenses;
6 1 for thermal (infrared) and visible light, 1 for thermal (infrared)
only. These cameras include 2 separate video connections. If
5 you only have 1 GVM video module you should only connect the
video cable labelled “VIS / IR” (visible light / infrared), in order to
be able to switch between the 2 lenses. If you have 2 or more
GVM video modules you should connect the video cable labelled
“VIS / IR” to GVM video module 1, and the video cable labelled
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“IR” to GVM video module 2.
1. GPM processor unit. • Thermal camera support requires the latest G-Series software. To
check your software version select MENU > System Diagnostics
2. SeaTalkhs switch. > Software Services > Unit Info > App Version. Refer to your

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 dealer or the Raymarine website (www.raymarine.com) for latest Cable Part number
software versions.
15 m (49.2 ft) SeaTalkhs patch cable A62136
• For further information regarding the camera’s installation
(including connections and mounting), refer to the installation 20 m (65.6 ft) SeaTalkhs patch cable E06057
instructions that accompany the camera.

Thermal camera cables

Cabling requirements for thermal cameras.

Camera to SeaTalkhs switch

You will need a SeaTalkhs patch cable to connect the camera to the
SeaTalkhs switch. The connection is made between the camera
cable tail to the switch via the coupler supplied with the camera.
Patch cables are available in a variety of lengths.

Joystick Control Unit (JCU)

An Ethernet (with power) cable is used to connect the JCU. The JCU
is supplied with a 1.5 m (5 ft) Ethernet cable for this connection, if
you require a different length contact your dealer for suitable cables.

Power over Ethernet (PoE) injector to SeaTalkhs switch

A SeaTalkhs patch cable is required for connecting the PoE injector
to the SeaTalkhs switch. SeaTalkhs patch cables are available in a
variety of lengths.

Video cables
Contact your dealer for suitable cables and adaptors.

SeaTalkhs patch cables

Cable Part number
1.5 m (4.9 ft) SeaTalkhs patch cable E06054
5 m (16.4 ft) SeaTalkhs patch cable E06055
10 m (32.8 ft) SeaTalkhs patch cable E06056

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3.7 SeaTalkng connection Typical SeaTalkng system

The G-Series system can connect to SeaTalkng networks. 2

1 1 3
The G-Series system uses SeaTalkng to communicate with: CANCEL ENTER CANCEL ENTER

MENU MENU

• SeaTalkng instruments (e.g. ST70).

• SeaTalkng autopilots (e.g. ST70 with SmartPilot SPX course
computer).
• G-Series keyboard (all variants).

1 2 3
ABC DEF

4 5 6 WPTS
GHI JKL MNO PAGE MENU OUT
MOB

RANGE
ENTER
7 8 9 IN
PQRS TUV WXYZ ACTIVE DATA

. 0
DODGE STANDBY PILOT OK CANCEL

4
5

14

Power Supply 13 SMARTPILOT

6

12 7

11

8 8

10 9

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1. SeaTalkng instrument. SeaTalkng cabling
2. SeaTalkng transducer pod. SeaTalkng cables
3. Wind transducer. Connection / Cable Notes
4. SeaTalkng keyboard (Command Center keyboard (shown) or Backbone cables (various lengths) The main cable carrying data. Spurs
Compact keyboard (not shown). from the backbone are used to
5. SeaTalkng backbone. connect SeaTalkng devices.

6. Autopilot (course computer). T-piece connectors Used to make junctions in the

backbone to which devices can then
7. 12 volt DC and data. be connected.
8. SeaTalkng transducer pod. Terminators Required at either end of the
9. Speed transducer. backbone.

10. Depth transducer. Spur cables Used to connect devices. Devices

may be daisy chained or connected
11. SeaTalkng terminator. directly to the T-pieces.
12. 12 volt / 24 volt DC.
Seatalkng power
13. Power supply.
The SeaTalkng bus requires a 12 V power supply. This may be
14. GPM processor unit. provided from:
Note: A terminator is required at each end of the backbone cable • Raymarine equipment with a regulated 12 V supply. (e.g. a
run to ensure correct data transmission through the SeaTalkng SmartPilot SPX course computer)
network. There should ONLY be 2 terminators in a SeaTalkng
• Other suitable 12 V supply.
network, 1 at each end. Do NOT attempt to operate a system
that is incorrectly terminated. Note: SeaTalkng does NOT supply power to multifunction displays
and other equipment with a dedicated power supply input.

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3.8 SeaTalk connection
1 2
The SeaTalk connection is used to receive data from Raymarine
SeaTalk-compatible devices.
3 3
• Autopilot — the system can receive and display SeaTalk autopilot
information and act as a repeat controller.
• Instruments — the system can receive and display data from
SeaTalk instruments (example include wind, speed, or depth
4 5 6
instruments).
• GPS — the system supports the connection of a SeaTalk GPS
4 6
receiver. A GPS receiver is required for the chart application. 7
8
SeaTalk and alarm connection
The alarm output and SeaTalk are combined into a single connector, 9 5 6 4 8
which includes a 12 volt fused power supply. 6 4 10
The wiring method for the alarm depends on whether you want to
connect just the alarm, or other SeaTalk devices as well. 9
11
10
The following diagram illustrates the 2 wiring scenarios:
• For systems with an alarm AND other SeaTalk devices connected
as well — this wiring method is labelled “1” in the diagram.
• For systems with just an alarm connected — this wiring method
is labelled “2” in the diagram. 12

13

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1. Connections for an alarm and other SeaTalk devices. SeaTalk and the master GPM
2. Connections for just an alarm (no other SeaTalk devices The SeaTalk bus must be connected to the master GPM processor
connected). unit.
3. Alarm. You can connect the SeaTalk bus to other GPMs for redundancy
purposes if required. In the event that the master GPM fails, the
4. Red wire. other GPM with the SeaTalk connection must be designated as the
5. Brown wire. new master.

6. Black wire.
Alarm output
7. 12 volt power supply.
The alarm output is used to alert you to certain conditions and other
8. White. audible warnings requiring your attention.
9. Drain wire. Alarms are sounded across all audio and alarm outputs in the
system.
10. Yellow wire.
11. Other SeaTalk devices. High alarm loads and third party alarms
12. SeaTalk / alarm cable. You can use the alarm output to switch a relay. This may be useful
for connecting high loads such as third party alarm sounders or
13. GPM processor unit.
inductive loads to the display. If you are in any doubt as to how to
Note: The alarm output is rated for 250 milliamp maximum load make such connections please consult an authorized installer.
(at 12 volts). The G-Series multifunction display has a positive switched alarm
output. The following circuit shows the arrangement for connection
of a relay switch.
SeaTalk power supply
The SeaTalk connection provides a 12 volt power supply rated at
250 milliamps.
This is suitable for supplying the power to 1 sounder module.

Note: SeaTalk instruments are usually powered from a separate

power supply (for example, a Raymarine autopilot course
computer). You must NOT power a SeaTalk bus from more than
one power supply.

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Alarm output configured to switch a relay 3.9 NMEA 0183 connection
The GPM processor unit has 2 NMEA 0183 connectors.
Alarm out Battery+
(+ve) The NMEA 0183 ports are used for connecting NMEA 0183
compatible equipment to the G-Series system, for the purposes of
Relay sharing the following types of data:
Suppression
• Fastheading — from an autopilot or fastheading sensor. This is
diode
required for radar target acquisition (MARPA).
High current load
• AIS information — from an AIS receiver or transceiver. This is
for radar target identification.

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0v return Battery--
• Other NMEA data — for example from third-party GPS receivers
or autopilot systems.
Note: When connecting the output to a relay or other inductive Both connectors support 38.4 or 4.8 Kbps baud rates.
device you should fit a spike suppression diode e.g. 1N4001.
The following diagram illustrates the connections between the GPM
processor unit and an NMEA 0183 device. The connection is made
using the NMEA 0183 cable, supplied with the GPM processor unit.
SeaTalk and alarm cable The pin number for each connection is listed below the diagram.
Cable for connecting SeaTalk devices and an alarm to the G-Series The input and output connections on the GPM processor unit and
system. the NMEA device are crossed. For example, the positive OUTput
Cable Part number Notes of the GPM processor unit is connected to the positive INput on
the NMEA device.
1.5 m (4.9 ft) SeaTalk / E55054 Supplied with the GPM
Alarm Out cable processor unit.

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 Item Description Color Pin number
1
3 GPM negative IN Green 1
4 NMEA device Refer to NMEA
negative OUT device handbook
5 GPM positive IN White 2
6 NMEA device Refer to NMEA
positive OUT device handbook
7 GPM positive Yellow 3
OUT
8 NMEA device Refer to NMEA
2 positive IN device handbook
9 GPM negative Brown 4
OUT
10 NMEA device Refer to NMEA
negative IN device handbook
3 5 7 9 11
11 Screen (not — 5
connected)
12 NMEA device — —

12 Multiple NMEA devices

4 6 8 10
You may connect NMEA devices to any GPM processor unit,
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including the master GPM. You should only connect 1 device of any
Item Description Color Pin number particular type to the G-Series system (including any connected
data bus or networked electronics). For example, your system
1 GPM processor — — should have GPS connected to one data bus only. Duplicated GPS
unit data will produce erratic system data.
2 NMEA 0183 — —
cable

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NMEA 0183 cables 3.10 NMEA 2000 connection
Cables for connecting NMEA 0183 devices to the G-Series system.
The system can receive data from NMEA 2000 devices (for example,
Cable Part number Notes data from compatible engines). The NMEA 2000 connection is
made using SeaTalkng and appropriate adaptor cables.
1.5 m (4.9 ft) NMEA R08004 Supplied with the GPM
0183 cable processor unit.
Other NMEA — Refer to dealer for
connections suitable cables.
1 4
Note: Any non-Raymarine cables must use a shielded twisted
pair cable to minimise interference.

2 3

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1. SeaTalkng backbone.
2. SeaTalkng to DeviceNet adaptor cable.
3. NMEA 2000 connection.
4. Engine gateway or engine connection.

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NMEA 2000 cables 3.11 GPS connection
Cables for connecting NMEA 2000 devices to the G-Series system
Depending upon your GPS type it may be either connected via
via the SeaTalkng network.
SeaTalk or NMEA 0183.
Cable Part number
See also
1.5 m (4.9 ft) SeaTalkng to DeviceNet A06045
adaptor cable (female) • For SeaTalk connection refer to: SeaTalk and alarm connection.

1.5 m (4.9 ft) SeaTalkng to DeviceNet A06046 • For NMEA 0183 connection refer to: 3.9 NMEA 0183 connection.
adaptor cable (male)

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3.12 AIS connection Connection using NMEA 0183

A compatible AIS can be connected using SeaTalkng or NMEA 0183. 1 2 3

Connection using SeaTalkng

SeaTalkng

2 NMEA0183 (4800)

VHF
AIS
500

D11834-1

1. GPM processor unit.

2. AIS500 transceiver. 4

NMEA0183 (38400)

D11835-1

1. VHF antenna.
2. VHF radio.
3. AIS unit.
4. GPM processor unit.

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3.13 Fastheading connection Note: The connection can be made into any NMEA 0183 port.

If you wish to use MARPA (radar target acquisition) functions 1. GPM processor unit.
on a system without a SeaTalkng autopilot then you will require
a dedicated Fastheading connection. The connection uses 2. Autopilot course computer.
NMEA 0183 and can be made to either a compatible Raymarine 3. Autopilot connected via NMEA 0183 (Fastheading and other
autopilot or a dedicated Fastheading sensor. If your system includes relevant data).
a Raymarine SPX course computer connected using SeaTalkng then
you will not need the separate Fastheading connection. 4. Autopilot controller.

Typical Fastheading from NMEA 0183 compatible autopilot 5. Fluxgate compass.

1 2

3 NMEA0183

4 5

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Chapter 4: Location and mounting

Chapter contents
• 4.1 Potential ignition source on page 76
• 4.2 GPM processor unit on page 76
• 4.3 G-Series monitors on page 79
• 4.4 G-Series keyboard on page 80
• 4.5 Command center keyboard wireless upgrade on page 87
• 4.6 GVM400 video module on page 92
• 4.7 Alarm buzzer on page 94

Location and mounting 75

4.1 Potential ignition source 4.2 GPM processor unit
Ensure the product is not installed in a hazardous atmosphere.
Location requirements
This product is NOT approved for use in hazardous/flammable When selecting a location for the unit it is important to consider a
atmospheres. Do NOT install in a hazardous/flammable atmosphere number of factors.
(such as in an engine room or near fuel tanks).
• Do NOT install near sources of heat or vibration (for example,
an engine).
• Install below decks in a dry area.
• The unit is NOT designed for use in a sealed enclosure. Access
to the unit is required for software and chart updates.
• Must be mounted on a vertical surface. Sides and top must be
level.
• Mounting surface must be firm, secure and capable of supporting
the weight of the unit.

Ventilation requirement
To ensure the product does not overheat:
• Ensure there is always adequate air flow around the whole unit,
especially around cooling vents.
• Allow adequate separation of equipment.
• Avoid any contact between the unit and any metal object or
surface.

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Parts supplied 1. GPM400 processor unit.
2. Documentation pack, including:

2 • Multilingual CD (including End User License Agreement

1
(EULA)).
• Installation and commissioning instructions.
• User reference.
• Quick reference.
• Cutting template
3. 1.5 m (4.9 ft) power cable.
4. 1.5 m (4.9 ft) NMEA cable.
5. 1 m (3.3 ft) SeaTalkng spur cable.
6. 1.5 m (4.9 ft) SeaTalk / alarm cable.
7. 3 m (9.8 ft) GPM400 audio output cable.
3

7
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Dimensions Mounting arrangement

125 mm (4.92 in)

335 mm (13.2 in) 230 mm (9.0 in)

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Mounting clearances
Allow the following clearances from other equipment and surfaces.
Side Distance
Top 100 mm (3.94 in)
Left 100 mm (3.94 in)
Right 100 mm (3.94 in)
Bottom Enough to allow cable entry.
Front 150 mm (5.91 in)

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4.3 G-Series monitors Parts supplied
For installation instructions for G-Series monitors refer to the
documentation that accompanies the products.
3
Monitor Document number Document name
G-Series G120, G150, 81277 Raymarine Sunlight
G170, G190 Viewable Marine
Displays — User’s
Guide
G-Series Glass Bridge 81324 Glass Bridge Monitors
GB150, GB170 — User’s Guide

1 4

D11801-1
1. Sun cover.
2. Monitor.
3. Mounting brackets (quantity: 2).
4. 1.5 m (4.9 ft) Power cable.
5. 5 m (16.4 ft) DVI-D cable.
6. Installation instructions.

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Parts supplied 4.4 G-Series keyboard
The G-Series system supports the following keyboards:
1 2 3 4
• Command Center keyboard.
• Compact keyboard.
The Command Center keyboard (NOT Compact variant) can be
x8 installed for 2 different types of use:
• Wired operation (flush mounted).
• Wireless operation, using the wireless upgrade kit and SeaTalkng
x4 base station.

x4
5 Location requirements
When selecting a location for the keyboard it is important to consider
7
a number of factors.
6 • Do NOT install near sources of heat or vibration (for example,
an engine).
• The keyboard is suitable for mounting both above and below

D11714-2
decks. It is waterproof to CFR-46 standard.
• Use the cutting template provided with the keyboard.
1. Glass Bridge Monitor • Connect cable into keyboard before clamping in place.
2. Mounting clips x 8 (GB150 only)
3. Load spreading plate x 4 (GB150 only)
4. Mounting brackets x 4(GB170 only)
5. 1.5 m (4.6 ft) Power cable
6. 5 m (16.4 ft) DVI-D cable
7. Documentation — Users guide, warranty, surface mount cutting
template and multilingual CD

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Parts supplied 1. Sun cover.
2. Compact keyboard.
3. Panel seal.
4. Rear clamp assembly.
5. Installation instructions.
1
6. 400 mm (15.75 in) SeaTalkng backbone cable.
7. 1 m (3.3 ft) SeaTalkng / NMEA2000 spur cable.
8. Finger nut (quantity: 4).

2 9. Stud (quantity: 4).

10. SeaTalkng T-piece connector.

Dimensions
3 Compact keyboard dimensions.

10

9 8
5

6
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82
53 mm (2.08 in)

163 mm (6.4 in)

24 mm (0.95 in) 29 mm (1.14 in) 97.5 mm (3.84 in)

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Mounting arrangement 1. Sun cover.
2. Keyboard.
3. Panel seal (adhesive side up).
4. SeaTalkng cable.
1 5. Rear clamp assembly.
6. Finger nut (quantity: 4).
7. Stud (quantity: 4).

6
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7
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Parts supplied 1. Installation instructions.
2. Sun cover.
3. Command center keyboard.
4. Panel seal.
5. Rear clamp assembly.
6. SeaTalkng T-piece connector.
1 7. Screw pack, containing:
• Finger nut (quantity: 4)
• Stud (quantity: 4)
2
8. 400 mm (15.75 in) SeaTalkng backbone cable.
9. 1 m (3.3 ft) SeaTalkng / NMEA2000 spur cable.

3 Dimensions
Command Center keyboard dimensions.

10

9 8
5

6
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 59.8 mm (2.35 in)

Location and mounting

297 mm (11.69 in)

46 mm (1.81 in) 35 mm (1.38 in) 98 mm (3.85 in)

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85
Mounting arrangement 1. Sun cover.
2. Keyboard.
3. Panel seal (adhesive side up).
4. SeaTalkng cable.
5. Rear clamp assembly.
6. Finger nut (quantity: 4).

1 7. Stud (quantity: 4).

6
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4.5 Command center keyboard wireless • Mount on a vertical surface.
upgrade • Mount at least 1 m (3 ft) away from devices which may be affected
by radio transmission (for example, compass).
Wireless operation of the G-Series Command Center keyboard
requires the following optional accessories: Site survey for wireless coverage
Part number Description Notes You will need to survey the wireless coverage to ensure that wireless
devices can operate around the vessel.
E02045 G-Series Command Center
keyboard wireless base station. Install the base station as high up as possible in a dry location:
E02046 G-Series Command Center Consisting of:
keyboard wireless upgrade kit.
• Charging cable — for
charging the keyboard.
• Charging point —
provides power to the
charging cable via the
SeaTalkng backbone.
• Battery pack —
enables the keyboard
to operate wirelessly
via the wireless base
station.
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Wireless base station

Location requirements
When selecting a location for the keyboard wireless base station it
is important to consider a number of factors.
• You must perform a site survey to find an appropriate location and
ensure good wireless reception around the boat.
• Do NOT install near sources of heat or vibration. (for example,
an engine).
• Install in a dry area as high on the vessel as possible.
Location and mounting 87
Parts supplied Dimensions

117 mm (4.61 in)

1 3

D11800-1
66 mm (2.6 in) 36 mm (1.42 in)

1. SeaTalkng wireless base station. D11880-1

2. Installation instructions.
3. SeaTalkng T-piece connector.
4. 400 mm (15.75 in) SeaTalkng backbone cable.
5. 1 m (3.3 ft) SeaTalkng spur cable (stripped ends).

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Mounting arrangement Parts supplied

3
2

5 6
4

D11799-1
D11879-1

1. Connector cover.
Charging point
2. Battery pack.
Location requirements
3. Mounting plate.
When selecting a location for the keyboard charging point it is
4. Allen key.
important to consider a number of factors.
5. Screw pack, consisting of:
• Select a location that is within sight of G-Series monitors so that
you can operate the system while the keyboard is charging. • Allen head M3 screw (quantity: 4)

• Connect cable into keyboard before clamping in place. • Self-tapping mounting screw (quantity: 3)
6. Dust cap (covers dash mount connection).
7. Seatalkng bulkhead mounting cable.
Location and mounting 89
8. Seatalkng command center keyboard charge cable. 1. Protective cap for charge plug.

Mounting arrangement 2. Nut.

3. Self-tapping screws (quantity: 3).
4. Mounting plate. Ensure flat edge is located to left side for
7 correct orientation.
6
5
5. Gasket. Ensure protective cover is removed from each side
4
of gasket.
6. Washer.

3 7. Charge plug.

2
8. Charge plug requires a 25 mm diameter hole.

1 Installing the battery

1. Fit the connector cover to the keyboard’s rear cover:
49 mm (2.6 in)

D10162-1
25 mm
(1 in)
D11876-1

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2. Fit the battery, taking care to avoid contamination of the cover
seal.

D11882-1
The keyboard can be used for wired operation while it is charging.

D10518-1

3. Secure the rear cover using the 4 screws.

Wireless keyboard charging

The keyboard must be charged before first use.
To charge the keyboard connect it to the charge point and place it
in the cradle. The keyboard must be charged for at least 6 hours
prior to first use.

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4.6 GVM400 video module Parts supplied

Location requirements
When selecting a location for the unit it is important to consider a
number of factors. 2
• Do NOT install near sources of heat or vibration (for example,
an engine).
• Install below decks in a dry area.
1
• Must be mounted on a vertical surface. Sides and top must be
level.

D11797-1
1. GVM400 video module.
2. Installation instructions.
3. 1.5 m (4.9 ft) S-Video cable.
4. 1.5 m (4.9 ft) Audio cable.

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Dimensions Mounting arrangement

56 mm
(2.2 in)

170 mm (6.7 in)

237 mm (9.33 in)

D11883-1

Location and mounting 93

4.7 Alarm buzzer Dimensions
The alarm is used to alert the operator to alarms and other audible 38 mm 18 mm
warnings. (1.5 in) (0.7 in)

Location requirements
• Do NOT install near sources of heat or vibration (for example,
an engine).

60 mm (2.36 in)

60 mm (2.5 in)
• Mount below decks in a dry area.
• Install on a vertical surface.

Parts supplied
D11885-1

Mounting arrangement

1
D11802-1

1. Alarm buzzer.

D11886-1

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Chapter 5: Initial power on test

Chapter contents
• 5.1 Before powering up on page 96
• 5.2 Power up test on page 96

Initial power on test 95

5.1 Before powering up 5.2 Power up test
Before proceeding with the power on test of your system you must It is advisable to perform an initial power-up test to help ensure
ensure that: that the system is wired correctly.
Perform the following initial checks before proceeding to operate
• Radar and all ancillary equipment has been installed and or configure the system:
connected in accordance with the manufacturers’ instructions.
Turn on breakers
• All G-Series equipment has been installed and connected in
accordance with the G-Series installation instructions. Turn on the power to the equipment at the distribution panel:
1. Monitors and ancillary equipment.
2. GPM processor units.
Power up sequence: Power up the monitors first to allow the
boot sequence and start-up information to be shown at the master
monitors.
Check system
Wait for 2 minutes whilst the boot sequence is completed, then
check each of the following:
• Monitors.
• Keyboards.
• GPM processors units.
• GVM video modules.
• SeaTalkhs switch.
• DSM sounder module (refer to separate instructions supplied with
the DSM).
Monitor checks
You will need to select the appropriate input on each monitor. On a
G-Series monitor:
• Press the power key (if required).
• Press the Left / Right arrow keys to scroll through the inputs.
On a Glass Bridge monitor, use the keyboard to scroll through the
inputs.

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On a healthy system all monitors will show the G-Series set-up
wizard screen on the appropriate input channel.

Note: Only the master monitors will show the initial boot
sequence. The repeat monitors may not begin to operate until the
system has ran through its start-up sequence (approximately 2
minutes after power on).

Keyboard checks
You can check that each keyboard is correctly connected by looking
at its LCD monitor. On a healthy system all keyboards will display
the message “NOT ASSIGNED”.

GPM processor checks

Check that each GPM unit is correctly connected by looking at its
status LED (found next to the SeaTalk / alarm output). On a healthy
GPM unit the LED will flash green. For a full LED status listing see
8.12 GPM processor unit LED indications.

GVM video module checks

Check that each GVM unit is correctly connected by looking at its
status LED (located on the connector side of the unit). On a healthy
GVM unit the LED will flash green. For a full LED status listing see
8.13 GVM video module LED indications.

SeaTalkhs switch
Check the status of your SeaTalkhs network connections. On a
healthy SeaTalkhs Switch each connected channel will have one
flashing and one steady green LED.

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Chapter 6: Initial setup

Chapter contents
• 6.1 Command Center Keyboard layout on page 100
• 6.2 Compact keyboard layout on page 101
• 6.3 First time configuration on page 101
• 6.4 Designating the data master (master GPM) on page 102
• 6.5 Creating a nav station on page 102
• 6.6 Assigning a monitor to a nav station on page 103
• 6.7 Assigning a keyboard to a nav station on page 104
• 6.8 Assigning a keyboard to an individual monitor on page 104

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6.1 Command Center Keyboard layout
The command center keyboard provides controls for all aspects of the G-Series system.

1 2 3
ABC DEF

4 5 6 WPTS
GHI JKL MNO PAGE MENU OUT
MOB

RANGE
ENTER
7 8 9 IN
PQRS TUV WXYZ ACTIVE DATA

. 0
DODGE STANDBY PILOT OK CANCEL

1 2 3 4 5 6
D10547-2

1. Power key
2. Monitor select / OSD (On Screen Display) controls
3. Softkeys
4. Autopilot controls
5. Rotary controller
6. Trackpad

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6.2 Compact keyboard layout 6.3 First time configuration
The Compact keyboard provides controls for most aspects of the When you set up the system for the first time an automatic menu
G-Series system. sequence is launched to help you configure your Nav Stations.
This sequence is launched for systems that do not yet have any
Nav Stations configured. The sequence will automatically display
the appropriate menus at power up.

8
The automatic sequence is as follows:
• Select the Master GPM.
7
WPTS
PAGE
MOB
MENU
OUT • Create Nav Station.
RANGE
IN
• Assign keyboard(s).
ACTIVE DATA

RADAR ON
Appropriate menus will automatically appear on the monitor.
PILOT
STANDBY OK CANCEL
Note: First time configuration must be done at a monitor
connected to the master GPM.

1 2 3 4 5 6
D11892-1

1. Power key.
2. Autopilot control.
3. Monitor select key.
4. Rotary control.
5. Selected monitor indicators.
6. Radar transmitting indicator.
7. Trackpad.
8. Softkeys.

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6.4 Designating the data master (master 6.5 Creating a nav station
GPM) 1. Press the MENU button.
1. Press the MENU button. 2. Select System Setup.
2. Select the System Configuration menu item. 3. Select System Configuration.
3. Select the Set Master GPM option. 4. Select Configure Nav Stations.
A list of available connected GPM processors is displayed, with 5. Select the CREATE NAV STATION softkey.
serial numbers. The Local GPM refers to the GPM to which the 6. Enter the name for the Nav Station:
monitor is physically connected. i. Use the SELECT NAME softkey to select the name from a
4. Select the processor you want to designate as the data master. list of predefined names; or
5. Select the SET AS MASTER softkey. ii. Use the EDIT NAME softkey to use a custom name.
7. Press the OK button.
Note: If you are unsure of which GPM to select use the
DISCOVER GPM softkey, which shows a message on every
monitor identifying the GPM to which it is connected.

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6.6 Assigning a monitor to a nav station Information Description Monitor type

With the Configure Nav Stations dialog displayed: IP Address From the list displayed, Raymarine monitors
select the IP address only.
1. Select the appropriate Nav Station from those displayed. of the monitor being
2. Select the ASSIGN MONITORS softkey. assigned. Use the
3. Select the monitors to be added: DISCOVER IP softkey
i. Use the ADD RAY MONITOR softkey to select from the to determine the current
Raymarine monitors connected to your system; or IP address, or the
IDENTIFY MONITOR
ii. Use the ADD OTHER MONITOR softkey to select a
softkey to display
non-Raymarine monitor.
the monitor’s OSD
4. Enter the appropriate information for the monitor type selected, menus, allowing it to be
as follows: identified.
Information Description Monitor type Input Select the monitor input Raymarine monitors
Name Specify a unique name All. to which the G-Series only.
for the monitor. cable is connected (for
example, VGA 1)
GPM Select the GPM All.
that the monitor is
connected to. Use
the DISCOVER GPM
softkey to determine the
current assignment.

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6.7 Assigning a keyboard to a nav station 6.8 Assigning a keyboard to an individual
1. Press the MENU button.
monitor
2. Select System Setup. 1. Press the MENU button.
3. Select System Configuration. 2. Select System Setup.
4. Select Assign Keyboards. 3. Select System Configuration.
5. Select the appropriate keyboard from the list. 4. Select Assign Keyboards.
6. Select the ASSIGN TO NAVSTATION softkey. A list of available keyboards is displayed.
7. Select the appropriate Nav Station. 5. Select the appropriate keyboard from the list.
6. Select the ASSIGN TO MONITOR softkey.
7. Select the appropriate monitor.

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Chapter 7: System checks

Chapter contents
• 7.1 Language selection on page 106
• 7.2 Compass setup on page 106
• 7.3 Compass bar on page 107
• 7.4 GPS check on page 108
• 7.5 GPS setup on page 108
• 7.6 Radar check on page 109
• 7.7 Sonar check on page 111
• 7.8 Setting up Autopilot, AIS and Navtex on page 112
• 7.9 Thermal camera setup and checks on page 113
• 7.10 Video setup on page 114
• 7.11 Data checks on page 116
• 7.12 System setup menu on page 117

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7.1 Language selection 7.2 Compass setup
The system can operate in the following languages: You may need to linearize or “swing” a connected compass to
achieve optimal accuracy.
English (US) English (UK) Chinese
Linearizing or “swinging” your compass involves a calibration
Danish Dutch Finnish procedure to fine-tune the heading alignment.
French German Greek Note: This procedure is not suitable for calibrating an autopilot
Italian Japanese Korean compass. You calibrate an autopilot compass using the autopilot
control head.
Norwegian Portuguese (Brazilian) Russian
Spanish Swedish Turkish Linearizing the compass
Polish Croatian 1. Press the MENU button.
1. Press the MENU button to open the setup menu. 2. Select Compass Setup.
2. Select the System Setup > Language menu. 3. Select the Linearize Compass softkey.
3. Select from the languages available. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
5. Use the rotary control to fine-tune the heading alignment.

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7.3 Compass bar Note: If a man overboard (MOB) alarm is activated while the
compass bar is displayed, the compass is replaced with the MOB
The compass bar provides a continuous display of your current toolbar. The compass bar returns when you cancel the active
heading or course over ground (COG). MOB alarm.
Arrows at either end of the bar indicate current steer direction.

1 2 Displaying the compass bar

1. Press the DATA button.
2. Use the Databar softkey to select the COMP option.

Configuring the compass bar

1. Press the MENU button.
3 2. Highlight theDatabar Setup.
3. Select Heading or COG, as appropriate.
1. Steer direction.
2. Active waypoint.
3. Bearing marker.
The compass bar is displayed using the DATA button.
When displayed, the compass bar replaces the databar and is
always positioned at the top of the screen.
The compass bar has 2 modes — heading and COG:
• In heading mode, the bearing marker is RED.
• In COG mode, the bearing marker is GREEN.
• When you use the compass bar with an active waypoint, the
bearing marker is BLUE and the active waypoint symbol indicates
the bearing to your waypoint.
The default compass bar mode is heading. This mode can be
changed at any time using the Databar Setup menu.

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7.4 GPS check 7.5 GPS setup
The GPS setup options enable you to configure a connected GPS
Checking GPS operation receiver.
You can check that the GPS is functioning correctly using the chart The Global Positioning System (GPS) is used to position your
application. vessel on the chart. You can set up your GPS receiver and check
1. Select the Chart page. its status from the GPS Status option in the Setup Menu. For each
tracked satellite, this screen provides the following information:
• Satellite number.
• Signal strength bar.
• Status.
• Azimuth angle.
• elevation angle.
• A sky-view to show the position of tracked satellites.

1 6

2. Check the screen.

With the chart displayed, you should see:
2
Your boat position (indicates a GPS fix). Your current position
is represented by a boat symbol or solid circle. Your position is
also displayed in the data bar under VES POS.
5
Note: A solid circle on the chart indicates that neither heading
nor Course Over Ground (COG) data is available.
3 4

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 Item Description 7.6 Radar check
1 Sky view — a visual representation of the position of tracked
satellites.
Warning: Radar scanner safety
Before rotating the radar scanner, ensure all personnel
2 Horizontal Dilution of Position (HDOP) — a measure of
are clear.
GPS accuracy, calculated from a number of factors including
satellite geometry, system errors in the data transmission and
system errors in the GPS receiver. A higher figure signifies a Warning: Radar transmission safety
greater positional error. A typical GPS receiver has an accuracy
of between 5 and 15 m. As an example, assuming a GPS The radar scanner transmits electromagnetic energy.
receiver error of 5 m, an HDOP of 2 would represent an error Ensure all personnel are clear of the scanner when
of approximately 15 m. Please remember that even a very the radar is transmitting.
low HDOP figure is NO guarantee that your GPS receiver is
providing an accurate position. If in doubt, check the displayed
vessel position in the chart application against your actual Checking the radar
proximity to a known charted object.
1. Select a Radar page.
3 Fix status — indicates the actual mode the GPS receiver is The Radar scanners will now initialize in standby mode, this
reporting (No Fix, Fix, D Fix or SD Fix). process will take approximately 70 seconds.
4 Datum — The GPS receiver’s datum setting affects the 2. Press the POWER button.
accuracy of the vessel position information displayed in the chart 3. Press the Radar Tx/Stdby softkey and set to Tx.
application. In order for your GPS receiver and multifunction
The scanners should now be transmitting and receiving.
display to correlate accurately with your paper charts, they must
be using the same datum. Refer to the Using the Chart chapter 4. Check that the radar screen is operating correctly.
for more information.
5 Mode — the mode currently selected by the GPS receiver.
6 Satellite status — displays the signal strength and status of
each satellite identified in the Sky view diagram on the left of
the screen.

The accuracy of the GPS receiver depends on the parameters

detailed above, especially the azimuth and elevation angles which
are used in triangulation to calculate your position.

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 Typical HD digital radar screen Example misaligned radar

1 2

Note: The example above is representative of the enhanced

output provided by a HD digital radar scanner.

Points to check:
• Radar sweep with echo responses are shown on screen.
• Radar status icon rotating in top right hand corner.

Check and adjust bearing alignment

D11590-2
Bearing alignment
The radar bearing alignment ensures that radar objects appear at Item Description
the correct bearing relative to your boat’s bow. You should check 1 Target object (such as a buoy) dead ahead.
the bearing alignment for any new installation.
2 Target displayed on the radar display is not aligned with the
Ship’s Heading Marker (SHM). Bearing alignment is required.

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Checking the bearing alignment 7.7 Sonar check
1. With your vessel under way: Align the bow with a stationary
object identified on the radar display An object between 1 & 2 Warning: Sonar operation
NM distant is ideal.
• NEVER operate the sounder with the boat out of
2. Note the position of the object on the radar display. If the target the water.
is not under the ships heading marker (SHM), there is an
alignment error and you will need to carry out bearing alignment • NEVER touch the transducer face when the sounder
adjustment. is powered on.

Adjusting the bearing alignment • SWITCH OFF the sounder if divers are likely to be
within 7.6 m (25 ft) of the transducer.
Once you have checked the bearing alignment you can proceed and
make any required adjustments.
With the radar page displayed: Select the fishfinder transducer
1. Select the RADAR SETUP > BEARING ALIGNMENT menu.
You must set up the system for the transducer connected to your
2. Press the BEARING ALIGNMENT softkey. DSM. Use the fishfinder setup menus to select the appropriate
3. Use the rotary control to place the selected target under the transducer.
Ship’s Heading Marker.
4. Press OK when complete. Selecting the fishfinder transducer
From the main fishfinder screen:
Adjusting radar offset (parking) 1. Press the MENU button.
This setting is applicable to open array scanners. It is used to 2. Select Fishfinder Setup from the list of options.
ensure the scanner parks in the correct position when rotation stops. 3. Select Transducer Settings from the list of menu options:
Before you proceed, ensure that: 4. Use the Select Transducer option and select the appropriate
transducer from those available.
• The radar page is selected
• The radar scanner is initialized standby mode Checking the sonar
1. Press the RADAR SETUP > SCANNER SETUP.
Sonar checks are made using the fishfinder application.
2. Select the PARKING OFFSET option, then adjust the offset
angle required to park the radar so that the antenna comes to
rest facing forward (you should see the Raymarine logo wording
from the front of the vessel) when you place it in either standby
or switch it off.
3. Press OK when complete.
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1. Select the fishfinder page. 7.8 Setting up Autopilot, AIS and Navtex
Some setting up is required to enable integration of Autopilot, AIS
and Navtex equipment connected as part of your system.
1. Check the system integration settings.
i. Access the Menu > System Setup > System Integration
menu
ii. Autopilot control. This option should be Enabled if you wish
to control a compatible autopilot using the display.
iii. NMEA port settings. These should be set appropriately for
the connected devices.
iv. Bridge NMEA heading. This should be set ON only if the
display is used as a source of heading data for other devices
connected on SeaTalk or SeaTalkng.
2. Check the display presentation settings.
2. Check the fishfinder display. The AIS presentation layer must be turned ON in order to display
With the fishfinder active you should see: targets.
i. Select the 2D Chart Layers from the chart window
• Depth reading (indicates the transducer is working). The ii. Select AIS Targets On or Off as appropriate.
depth is shown in large white numbers at the bottom left of
the screen. Further changes to the system set up can be made as required,
however most other equipment will operate to a default level without
further configuration.

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7.9 Thermal camera setup and checks 4. Select the GVM video module that the thermal camera is
connected to.
To ensure correct operation of the thermal camera you should setup 5. Repeat Steps 1 to 4 for each GVM video module in your system
and check the camera’s main functions. that has a thermal camera connected to it.
Before proceeding ensure that the camera is connected correctly,
according to the instructions provided. If your system includes the Note: You can only connect 1 thermal camera to each GVM
optional Joystick Control Unit (JCU) and PoE (Power over Ethernet) video module in your G-Series system. When a thermal camera
injector, ensure these units are also connected correctly. is connected, each GVM video module is limited to that input
only and does NOT support the connection of any further video
Set up the camera devices.
You will need to:
• Select the GVM video module to which the thermal camera is Changing the thermal video aspect ratio
connected. In the thermal camera application:
• Adjust the image (aspect ratio, contrast, brightness, and so on). 1. Select the OPTIONS softkey.
2. Select the PRESENTATION softkey.
Check the camera
3. Use the ASPECT RATIO softkey to select the Auto, 4:3, or 16:9
You will need to: option, as appropriate.
• Check the camera movement (pan, tilt, zoom).
• Check the camera “home” position is appropriate. Adjusting the thermal camera image
Inthe thermal camera application:
Configuring the GVM video module for a 1. Select the OPTIONS softkey.
thermal camera 2. Select the PRESENTATION softkey.
If you want to view and control a thermal camera with your G-Series 3. Select the CONTRAST, BRIGHTNESS, or COLOR softkey, as
system you must configure the GVM video module, using the appropriate.
thermal camera application. 4. Using the trackpad, adjust the level as required.
In the thermal camera application:
1. Press the MENU button. Panning, tilting, and zooming the thermal image
2. Select Thermal Camera Setup. Use a combination of the rotary control, trackpad, and range keys to
3. Select the Select GVM menu item. manipulate the thermal camera view.
A list of all connected GVM video modules is displayed, along
with serial numbers.
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 Rotary control — is used for rotating the camera left or 7.10 Video setup
right (panning).
To ensure correct operation of the video and entertainment system
you should setup and test all video and audio channels.
Before proceeding ensure that the video sources are operating.
For audio you should ensure that the vessel’s audio amplifier is
Trackpad — is used for rotating the camera left or right switched on and the appropriate input selected.
(panning), or tilting the camera up or down.
Check the video and audio output
You will need to:
• Select the Video application from the home screen.
Range key — is used to zoom in and out. • Set up the video inputs.
OUT
RANGE
IN
Selecting video source input type
The system is compatible with composite and s-video formats.
In the video application:
1. Press the MENU button.
Resetting the thermal camera to the home 2. Select Video Setup.
position 3. Select the Configure Video System menu item.
In the thermal camera application: 4. Select the serial number for the GVM video module that the
1. Select the CAMERA HOME softkey. video source is connected to.
The camera returns to its currently defined home position, and 5. Select the Type menu item.
the “Home” icon appears on-screen momentarily. 6. Select the Composite or S-Video option, as appropriate.

Naming GVM video modules

Inthe video application:
1. Press the MENU button.
2. Select Video Setup.
3. Select the Configure Video System menu item.
4. Select the serial number that corresponds to the GVM video
module that the video source is connected to.
5. Select the Rename GVM400 unit menu item.

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6. Use the on-screen keyboard to enter the new name, then select 2. Select Display Setup.
SAVE. 3. Use the Video Output Resolution menu item to adjust the
resolution.
Naming video sources
Inthe video application: Adjusting the audio volume for video sources
1. Press the MENU button. In the video application:
2. Select Video Setup. 1. Select the PRESENTATION softkey.
3. Select the Configure Video System menu item.
2. Use the VOLUME softkey to select the ON option.
4. Select the serial number that corresponds to the GVM video
module that the video source is connected to. The volume slide control is displayed above the softkey.
5. Select the Rename Video menu item. 3. Use the rotary control to adjust the volume level.
6. Use the on-screen keyboard to enter the new name, then select Note: The VOLUME softkey is only available if there is an active
SAVE. video source connected to the s-video input of the GVM video
module, and the video input is configured as “S-Video” in the
Changing the video aspect ratio Video Setup menu. There is no volume control for composite
video sources.
Inthe video application:
1. Press the MENU button.
2. Select Video Setup.
3. Select the Configure Video System menu item.
4. Select the serial number for the GVM video module that the
video source is connected to.
5. Select the Aspect Ratio menu item.
6. Select the Auto, 4:3, or 16:9 option, as appropriate.

Changing video orientation

In the video application:
1. Select the PRESENTATION softkey.
2. Use the ORIENTATION softkey to select the appropriate option.

Changing the video output resolution

1. Press the MENU button.
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7.11 Data checks 1. Press the MENU button.
2. Select Panel Setup Menu .
Use the Data application to check that the system is receiving all
necessary information from the marine electronics system. 3. Select the appropriate Configure: menu item.
The Data application is accessed from the home screen. Your A red outline appears around the main data element in the data
checks should include the following: application.
• Instrument and other data received via SeaTalkng. 4. Highlight the data element that you want to change.
• Engine data. Compatible engines may send information using 5. Select the SELECT DATA softkey.
NMEA 2000. This can be then connected into the SeaTalkng bus. 6. Select the appropriate menu items to choose the Data Group
and Data that you want to see in the cell you selected.
• Other data on the system (for example, data received via SeaTalk
and NMEA 0183). 7. Select the appropriate menu items to choose the relevant data
type for that particular data.
Customizing the data application Note: You can also access the SELECT DATA softkey by
You can customize the data application to show the system and pressing and holding the physical softkey associated with the
instrument data that you require. data panel you want to customize (for example, NAVIGATION).
In addition to displaying the default, pre-configured data panels in
the data application, you can also customize the data panels to
your specific requirements.
You can customize each data panel by changing:
• The panel name.
• The size and number of data panels.
• The data contained in each data panel. This data can include any
transducer or internally calculated navigation data that is available
on NMEA or SeaTalk. Additional data includes a compass rose, a
distance log, and four resettable trip counters.
• How the data is displayed. You can control whether the data
is displayed in numerals, digits, gauge, or graphical format, as
appropriate for each data item.

Selecting customized data in the data

application
In the data application:

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7.12 System setup menu
The following table describes the various options in the System Setup menu for your multifunction display.
Menu item Description Options
Boat Details The accurate operation of the collision alarm is dependent on • Minimum Safe Depth
you supplying suitable values for the Boat Details setting. You
should specify the minimum safe depth, beam, and height for • Minimum Safe Beam
your vessel. The values you specify MUST be appropriate for • Minimum Safe Height
safe navigation, and must also take into account the position of
the GPS antenna on your vessel, as the collision alarm uses
data from the GPS antenna.
Position Mode Determines how positioning data is displayed — as Latitude / • Lat / Long (default)
Longitude coordinates, or Loran TDs.
• TDs
TD Setup When the Position Mode (see above) is set to TDs, you can Chain
specify the chain identifier, slave, and ASF values.
• Various options, depending on cartography.
Slave 1/2
• Various options, depending on cartography.
ASF 1/2
• –09.9 to +09.9
Simulator Enables or disables simulator mode, which allows you to practice • OFF (default)
operating your multifunction display without data from a GPS
antenna, fishfinder (DSM sonar), or any other external unit. • ON
• DEMO
Simulator Speed Enables you to specify the speed at which the vessel icon will • 1x
move when the Simulator mode is enabled (see above).
• 2x
• 3x

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 Menu item Description Options
Bearing Mode Determines how all bearing and heading data is displayed in. • True (default)
This does not affect how the chart or radar displays are drawn.
• Magnetic
MOB Data Type Determines whether positional data or dead reckoning is • Dead Reckoning
displayed. Assuming that your vessel and the Man Overboard
(MOB) are subject to the same tide and wind effects, the dead • Position (default)
reckoning setting normally gives a more accurate course.
Variation Source This setting compensates for the naturally occuring offset • Auto (compensation value displayed in
of the earth’s magnetic field. When set to Auto, the system brackets) (default)
automatically compensates, and displays the compensation
value in brackets. To enter your own compensation value, use • Manual
the Manual option, then specify the value using the Manual
Variation setting (see below).
Manual Variation When the Variation Source menu item is set to Manual (see • 0 degrees East (default)
above), you use the Manual Variation setting to specify the
compensation value that you want to use. This value is also • Range: 0 to 30 degrees East or West
transmitted to any other connected Raymarine instruments. •
Language Determines the language that will be used for all on-screen text,
labels, menus and options.
Ground Trip Reset Resets the chosen ground trip distance counter to zero. • Ground Trip 1 Reset
• Ground Trip 2 Reset
• Ground Trip 3 Reset
• Ground Trip 4 Reset
Settings Reset Resets all system setup menus, including page sets and the Reset Defaults confirmation
databar, to the factory default settings. Waypoints, routes and
tracks are NOT deleted. • YES
• NO

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Settings and Data Reset Resets all system setup menus, including page sets and the Factory Reset confirmation
databar, to the factory default settings. Waypoints, routes and
tracks ARE deleted. • YES
• NO
Note: For systems using multiple multifunction displays
(networked displays), the complete system database is
deleted on the data master (primary display). Only the
waypoints, routes and tracks will be deleted from any
additional multifunction displays.

Note: If this reset function is performed on a G-Series

system it will also delete your Nav Station settings.

Time / Date Setup These options enable you to customize the time and date format Date Format
to your requirements. You can also specify a local time offset
from Universal Time Constant (UTC), to compensate for any • mm/dd/yy
time zone difference. • dd/mm/yy
Time Format
• 12 hr
• 24 hr
Local Time Offset
• –013.0 to +013.0

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Units Setup Enables you to specify the units used for the following key Distance Units
measurements:
• Nautical Miles (default)
• Distance
• Statute Miles
• Speed
• Kilometers
• Depth
Speed Units
• Temperature
• Knots (default)
• Pressure
• mph (miles per hour)
• Volume
• kph (kilometers per hour)
Note: If the Distance unit is set to Nautical Miles or Statute Depth Units
Miles, and the data displayed is less than 1 unit, the system
displays the units in Feet. If the Distance unit is set to • Meters
Kilometers, the system displays the units in Meters.
• Feet (default)
• Fathoms
Temperature Units
• Fahrenheit (default)
• Celsius
Pressure Units
• Bar
• PSI (default)
• Kilopascals
Volume Units
• US Gallons
• Imp (Imperial) Gallons (default)

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• Liters
System Integration Determines the connection settings for external equipment. The Autopilot Control
following items are available in the sub-menu:
• Disabled (default)
• Autopilot Control — If set to Enabled, this option allows you
to control certain aspects of a connected pilot control head, • Enabled
such as sending commands to engage and disengage the DSC Message
autopilot. If set to Disabled, you will not be able to control
the autopilot from your multifunction display, and all functions • OFF
must be controlled from the pilot control head itself.
• ON (default)
• DSC Message — If set to ON, details of distress DSC
SeaTalk Alarms
messages from a connected DSC VHF radio will be displayed
on your multifunction display. If set to OFF, the messages will • ON (default)
NOT be displayed on your multifunction display.
• OFF
• SeaTalk Alarms — If set to ON, all system alarms generated
by any connected SeaTalk units will be displayed on your Preferred GPS Source
multifunction display. If set to OFF, the alarms will NOT be
displayed on your multifunction display. • SeaTalkng / NMEA2000 (default)

• Preferred GPS Source — Your multifunction display • SeaTalk1

supports GPS receivers connected by SeaTalk1, SeaTalkng, • NMEA0183
or NMEA2000. Select the preferred source.
Data Master
• Data Master — If you have more than one multifunction
display on the same network, one of them must be set as the • ON (default)
data master. When this option is set to ON, the multifunction
• OFF
display you are currently using will be set as the data master.
Bridge NMEA Heading
• Bridge NMEA Heading — If set to ON, NMEA heading data
will be bridged onto the SeaTalk data bus, and will be sent to • OFF (default)
all NMEA-connected devices. If set to OFF, NMEA heading
data will NOT be bridged onto the SeaTalk bus. An example • ON
of a use for this setting is when using MARPA with an external Keyboard
fast heading sensor, in which case you should set this option

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 Menu item Description Options
to OFF to ensure that all NMEA-connected units receive
heading data from the external heading sensor. • OFF

• Keyboard — Set to ONE or ALL if you have an external • ALL (default)

keyboard connected. Otherwise, set to OFF. • ONE
• NMEA Output Setup — allows you to enable or disable the NMEA Output Setup
individual NMEA output “sentences” for each NMEA port.
• APB
• NMEA Port Setting — Allows you to specify the appropriate
port speed for the equipment connected to each NMEA port. • BWC
When the Navtex 4800 or Navtex 9600 option is selected, you
will be able to view the Navtex message list. Use the AIS • BWR
38400 option for AIS receivers. • DBT
• DPT
• GGA
• GLL
• GSA
• MTW
• MWV
• RMA
• RMB
• RMC
• RSD
• RTE
• TTM
• VHW
• VLW

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• WPL
• VTG
• ZDA
NMEA Port Setting
• NMEA 4800 (default)
• Navtex 4800
• Navtex 9600
• AIS 38400
Waypoint Password Setup This menu allows you to enable password protection for Enable Password
waypoints, and to change the password.
• OFF (default)
• ON
Change Password
• Displays Edit Waypoint Password dialog.

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Chapter 8: Troubleshooting

Chapter contents
• 8.1 Troubleshooting on page 126
• 8.2 Power up troubleshooting on page 127
• 8.3 G-Series monitor troubleshooting on page 128
• 8.4 Keyboard troubleshooting on page 130
• 8.5 Radar troubleshooting on page 131
• 8.6 GPS troubleshooting on page 132
• 8.7 Sonar troubleshooting on page 133
• 8.8 Thermal camera troubleshooting on page 134
• 8.9 System data troubleshooting on page 137
• 8.10 Video troubleshooting on page 138
• 8.11 SeaTalkhs LED indications on page 139
• 8.12 GPM processor unit LED indications on page 139
• 8.13 GVM video module LED indications on page 140
• 8.14 DSM400 sonar LED indications on page 141

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8.1 Troubleshooting
The troubleshooting information provides possible causes and
corrective action required for common problems associated with
marine electronics installations.
All Raymarine products are, prior to packing and shipping, subjected
to comprehensive test and quality assurance programs. However,
if you experience problems with the operation of your G-Series
multifunction display, this section will help you to diagnose and
correct problems in order to restore normal operation.
If after referring to this section you are still having problems with your
unit, please contact Raymarine Technical Support for further advice.

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8.2 Power up troubleshooting
Problems at power up and their possible causes and solutions are described here.

Problem Possible causes Possible solutions

The system (or part of it) does not start up. Power supply problem. Check relevant fuses and breakers.
Check that the power supply cable is sound and that all connections are
tight and free from corrosion.
Check that the power source is of the correct voltage and sufficient current.

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8.3 G-Series monitor troubleshooting
Problems with the G-Series monitor and possible causes and solutions are described here.
Problem Possible causes Possible solutions
Monitor is blank. The monitor is in standby mode. Switch the monitor on.
The monitor has no power supply. Check the relevant fuses, breakers and power connections to the battery
or originating supply.
Monitor shows “Searching” or “No signal” The monitor is a repeater and the system Wait for a couple of minutes and see if the problem clears.
message. is starting up.
The monitor is set to an incorrect input Select the correct input channel.
channel.
Glass bridge monitor with a cable from Ensure that the cable from the GPM400 is connected to DVI1 on the rear of
the GPM connected to an input other than the monitor.
DVI1.
A faulty connection to the GPM400 Check the cable/connection between the monitor and the GPM400
processor or other signal source. processor or appropriate signal source.
The GPM400 processor is not operating Check the GPM400 processor, refer to the G-Series system documentation.
correctly.
Monitor picture aspect ratio is incorrect. The GPM400 is connected to 2 monitors, Ensure that all monitors connected to a single GPM400 have the same
each with a different screen resolution or screen resolution and aspect ratio.
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 Problem Possible causes Possible solutions
• G-Series keyboard does not operate A SeaTalkhs problem. Check the status of the SeaTalkhs switch. Refer to the G-Series system
the monitor OSD menus. documentation.
• One or more monitors are not listed Check the marine monitor and ensure the network selector switch is in the
when configuring the Nav Stations. up position.
Check that monitor and associated GPM400 are both connected the
SeaTalkhs switch.
The monitor is not a Raymarine G-Series Only G-Series marine monitors are compatible with the SeaTalkhs network
marine monitor. required for this functionality.
A software mismatch may prevent Contact Raymarine technical support.
communication.

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8.4 Keyboard troubleshooting
Problems with keyboards and their possible causes and solutions are described here.
Problem Possible causes Possible solutions
• Keyboard LCD is blank. The Keyboard is not connected to Check keyboard wiring and power to SeaTalkng bus.
SeaTalkng or has no power.
• (Monitor may also show no keyboards
connected message). The monitor has no power supply. Connect wireless keyboard to charge point.
Keyboard LCD shows low battery. • Wireless keyboard battery requires • Charge keyboard battery at appropriate charge point.
charging.
• Replace battery.
• Degraded / old keyboard battery
requires replacing.
• Keyboard LCD shows software version The Keyboard cannot communicate with Ensure GPM processor units are connected to the SeaTalkng system.
message (for example, 86/78 F64D a GPM processor unit.
V0.6A).
Wireless base station is not operating or Check power and connections to SeaTalkng wireless base station.
• (Monitor may also show no keyboards is disconnected from SeaTalkng.
connected message).
Wireless base station is out of range. Re-survey wireless coverage and move / add repeat base stations if
necessary.
Keypresses result in improper or no action Software mismatch between equipment Contact Raymarine technical support.
at the display. may prevent communication.
Keyboard does not control the expected Keyboard is not assigned to the correct Assign keyboard to Nav Station.
monitor or Nav Station. Nav Station(s).
Incorrect monitor is selected at keyboard. Check the keyboard LCD to see which monitor is currently being used. Use
the left / right arrow keys to select between the available monitors.
Keyboard does not operate monitor Only the G-Series Command Center Ensure you are using the G-Series Command Center keyboard (NOT
setting menus. keyboard enables you to adjust the Compact variant).
monitor setting menus.

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8.5 Radar troubleshooting
Problems with the radar and their possible causes and solutions are described here.
Problem Possible causes Possible solutions
No Data or No scanner message Radar scanner power supply Check that the scanner power supply cable is sound and that all connections
are tight and free from corrosion.
Check relevant fuses and breakers.
Check power source is of the correct voltage and sufficient current (using
voltage booster if appropriate).
SeaTalkhs network problem Check that the Scanner is correctly connected to a SeaTalkhs switch or
crossover coupler (as applicable).
Check the status of the SeaTalkhs switch.
Check that SeaTalkhs cables are free from damage.
Software mismatch between equipment Contact Raymarine technical support.
may prevent communication.
Switch at scanner pedestal in OFF Ensure scanner pedestal switch is in ON position.
position
Radar will not initialize (Voltage control Intermittent or poor power connection Check power connection at VCM. (Voltage at input = 12 / 24 V, Voltage
module (VCM) stuck in “sleep mode” at output = 40 V)
The bearing of a target on the radar The radar bearing alignment requires Check and adjust radar bearing alignment.
screen is incorrect. correcting.

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8.6 GPS troubleshooting
Problems with the GPS and their possible causes and solutions are described here.
Problem Possible causes Possible solutions
“No Fix” GPS status icon is displayed. Geographic location or prevailing Check periodically to see if a fix is obtained in better conditions or another
conditions preventing satellite fix. geographic location.
External GPS connection fault. Ensure that GPS connections and cabling are correct and fault free..
External GPS antenna in poor position. Ensure GPS antenna has a clear view of the sky.
For example:
• Below decks
• Close proximity to transmitting
equipment such as VHF radio
GPS installation problem. Refer to manufacturers handbook for installation details.

Note: A GPS Status screen is available within the Setup menu. This provides satellite signal strength and other relevant information.

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8.7 Sonar troubleshooting
Problems with the sonar and their possible causes and solutions are described here.
Problem Possible causes Possible solutions
No data source for the fishfinder. DSM power supply fault. Check the DSM power supply and cables.
Other DSM fault. Refer to the instructions supplied with the DSM unit.
SeaTalkhs network problem. Check that the DSM is correctly connected to the a SeaTalkhs switch or
crossover coupler (as applicable).
Check the status of the SeaTalkhs switch (if applicable).
Check that SeaTalkhs cables are free from damage.
Software mismatch between equipment Contact Raymarine technical support.
may prevent communication.
Problematic depth readings or sonar Gain or Frequency settings may be Check the fishfinder presets, gain and frequency settings.
image. inappropriate for present conditions.
DSM cable fault. Ensure that the power, transducer and all other cables to the DSM unit are
properly connected and free from damage.
Other DSM fault. Refer to the instructions supplied with the DSM unit.

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8.8 Thermal camera troubleshooting
Problems with the thermal camera and their possible causes and solutions are described here.
Problem Possible causes Possible solutions
Video not displayed. Camera is in Standby mode. The camera will not display video if it is in Standby mode. Use the camera
controls (either the thermal camera application or JCU) to “wake” the
camera from standby.
Problem with the thermal camera video • Check thermal camera video cables are sound and properly connected.
connections.
• Ensure that the video is connected into video input 1 at the multifunction
display or GVM.
• Ensure that the correct video input is selected at the display.
Problem with power supply to the camera • Check the power connections to the camera and JCU / PoE injector (if
or JCU (if used as the primary controller) used).
• Ensure that the power switch / breaker is on.
• Check the fuse / breaker state.
Cannot control thermal camera from Thermal camera application is not running. Ensure the thermal camera application is running on the multifunction
Raymarine display or keyboard. display (as oppose to the video application which does not have camera
controls).

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 Problem Possible causes Possible solutions
Erratic or unresponsive controls. SeaTalkhs problem. Check that the controller and thermal camera are correctly connected to
the SeaTalkhs network. (Note: This may be a direct connection or via a
SeaTalkhs switch.)
Check the status of the SeaTalkhs switch.
Check that SeaTalkhs cables are free from damage.
Control conflict, e.g. caused by multiple Ensure that no other controllers are in use at the same time.
users at different stations.
Problem with the controller. Check power / SeaTalkhs cabling to the controller and PoE injector (PoE only
used with optional Joystick Control Unit).
Check other controllers if available. If other controllers are operating this will
eliminate the possibility of a more fundamental camera fault.
Cannot switch between thermal and Camera is not a dual payload model. Only “dual payload” (dual lens) thermal cameras support VIS / IR switching.
visible (VIS / IR) video image .
VIS / IR cable not connected. Ensure that the VIS / IR cable is connected from the camera to the
Raymarine system. (The IR-only cable does not support switching).

Noisy image. Poor quality or faulty video cable. Ensure that the video cable is no longer than necessary. The longer the
cable is (or the smaller the wire gauge / thickness), the more severe the
losses become. Use only high quality shielded cable suitable for a marine
environment.
Cable is picking up electromagnetic • Ensure you are using a high quality shielded cable.
interference (EMI) from another device.
• Ensure proper cable separation, for example do not run data and power
cables in close proximity with each other.

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 Problem Possible causes Possible solutions
Image too dark or too light. Display brightness is set too low. Use the brightness controls at the display to adjust accordingly.
The contrast or brightness settings in the Use the appropriate softkeys in the thermal camera application to adjust the
thermal camera application are set too contrast and brightness of the image.
low.
The Scene Mode is not appropriate for the A particular environment may benefit from a different Scene Mode setting.
current conditions. For example, a very cold background (such as the sky) could cause the
camera to use a wider temperature range than appropriate. Use the SCENE
button.
Image freezes momentarily. FFC (Flat Field Correction). The image will pause momentarily on a periodic basis during the Flat Field
Correction (FFC) cycle. Just prior to the FFC, a small green square will
appear in the upper left corner of the screen.
Image is inverted (upside down). Camera “Ball down” setting is incorrect. Ensure that the Ball down setting within the thermal camera system setup
menu is set correctly.

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8.9 System data troubleshooting
Aspects of the installation can cause problems with the data shared between connected equipment. Such problems, their possible
causes and solutions are described here.
Problem Possible causes Possible solutions
Instrument, engine or other system data is Data is not being received at the display. Check the data bus (e.g. SeaTalkng) wiring and connections.
unavailable at all displays.
Check the overall integrity of the data bus (e.g. SeaTalkng) wiring.
If available refer to the reference guide for the data bus. (e.g. SeaTalkng
reference manual)
Data source (e.g ST70 instrument or Check the source of the missing data (e.g. ST70 instrument or engine
engine interface) is not operating. interface).
Check the power to the SeaTalk bus.
Refer to the manufacturer’s handbook for the equipment in question.
Software mismatch between equipment Contact Raymarine technical support.
may prevent communication.
Instrument or other system data is missing SeaTalkhs network problem Check that all required equipment is connected to the SeaTalkhs switch.
from some but not all displays.
Check the status of the SeaTalkhs Switch.
Check that SeaTalkhs cables are free from damage.
Software mismatch between equipment Contact Raymarine technical support
may prevent communication.

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8.10 Video troubleshooting
Problems with video and their possible causes and solutions are described here.
Problem Possible causes Possible solutions
Video picture is unavailable at some or all Video signal is not reaching the GVM Check the video source equipment.
Nav Stations. video module.
Check the video connections to the GVM video module.
GVM video module or power supply Check the GVM video module status LEDs.
problem.
Check the GVM video module power supply.
SeaTalkhs network problem. Check that all GVM video module and all GPM processor units are
connected to the SeaTalkhs switch.
Check the status of the SeaTalkhs switch.
Check that SeaTalkhs cables are free from damage.
Software mismatch between equipment Contact Raymarine technical support.
may prevent communication.
Only Video Input 1 on the GVM video The GVM video module has been If you no longer want to connect a thermal camera to the GVM video module
module is working. previously connected to a thermal you must reset the GVM before you can use its other inputs. To reset, in the
camera. video application, select MENU > Video Setup > Reset GVM.

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8.11 SeaTalkhs LED indications 8.12 GPM processor unit LED indications
LED indications associated with the SeaTalkhs switch are described LED indications associated with the GPM processor unit are
here. described here.
LED state Possible causes LED state Possible causes
For all connected channels: 1 steady No problem detected (Steady LED 1 flashing (500 / 500 ms) green LED. Normal operation (Heartbeat).
and 1 flashing green LED. indicates network connection Flashing
LED indicates network traffic) . 1 flashing (750 / 250 ms) green LED. Standby mode.

No LEDs are illuminated. No power to the SeaTalkhs switch. Off for < 2 minutes. Startup.

Some LEDs are not illuminated. • Cable / connection faults on the Off for > 2 minutes. No power.
channels with non-illuminated 1 steady amber LED. • Power on.
LEDs.
• Lamp test.
• Equipment connected to
non-illuminated LEDs may be 1 flashing amber LED. No link between processors (network
faulty. fault).
2 flashing amber LEDs. No network / cable unplugged.
3 flashing amber LEDs. Overheating warning.
Flashing (750 / 250 ms) LEDs Software awaiting to be upgraded, or
alternating between amber and green. retrieving software from memory card.
Flashing (750 / 250 ms) LEDs Retrieving software from memory
alternating between amber and red. card. This condition remains until a
valid application is available from the
memory card.
1 flashing red LED. Fan fault.
3 flashing red LEDs. Overheating error.
4 flashing red LEDs. Flash write error.

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5 flashing red LEDs. No application programmed. LED indications associated with the GVM video module are
8 flashing red LEDs, possibly followed Hardware fault. described here.
by flashing amber. LED state Possible causes
1 flashing (various rates) green LED. Normal operation (Heartbeat).
1 steady amber LED. • Power on.
• Lamp test.
1 flashing amber LED. Data acquisition failure.
2 flashing amber LEDs. No network / cable unplugged.
3 flashing amber LEDs. Other network error.
Flashing (750 / 250 ms) LEDs Retrieving software from memory
alternating between amber and red. card. This condition remains until a
valid application is available from the
memory card.
1 flashing red LED. Unit can no longer poll input status.
4 flashing red LEDs. Flash write error.
6 flashing red LEDs. Video stopped.
7 flashing red LEDs. Video error.
8 flashing red LEDs, possibly followed Hardware read failure.
by flashing amber.

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8.14 DSM400 sonar LED indications
LED indications associated with the DSM400 sonar unit are
described here.
LED state Possible causes
1 flashing (500 / 500 ms) green LED. Normal operation (Heartbeat).
1 flashing (750 / 250 ms) green LED. Standby mode.
Off for < 2 minutes. Startup.
Off for > 2 minutes. No power.
1 steady amber LED. • Power on.
• Lamp test.
1 flashing amber LED. Input transducer.
2 flashing amber LEDs. No network / cable unplugged.
3 flashing amber LEDs. Overheating warning.
8 flashing amber LEDs. Watchdog restart.
Flashing (750 / 250 ms) LEDs Retrieving software from memory
alternating between amber and red. card. This condition remains until a
valid application is available from the
memory card.
1 flashing red LED. Voltage error.
3 flashing red LEDs. Overheating error.
4 flashing red LEDs. Flash write error.
5 flashing red LEDs. No application programmed.
8 flashing red LEDs, possibly followed Hardware read error.
by flashing amber.

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Chapter 9: Technical support

Chapter contents
• 9.1 Raymarine customer support on page 144
• 9.2 3rd party support on page 145

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9.1 Raymarine customer support Viewing multifunction display software
information
Raymarine provides a comprehensive customer support service.
You can contact customer support through the Raymarine website, 1. Press the MENU button.
telephone and email. If you are unable to resolve a problem, please 2. Select System Diagnostics.
use any of these facilities to obtain additional help.
3. Select Software Services.
Web support 4. Select Unit Info.
Please visit the customer support area of our website at: A range of information is displayed, including the App Version
www.raymarine.com (software version).
This contains Frequently Asked Questions, servicing information,
e-mail access to the Raymarine Technical Support Department and
details of worldwide Raymarine agents.

Telephone and email support

In the USA:
• Tel: +1 603 881 5200 extension 2444
• Email: Raymarine@custhelp.com
In the UK, Europe, the Middle East, or Far East:
• Tel: +44 (0)23 9271 4713
• Email: ukproduct.support@raymarine.com

Product information
If you need to request service, please have the following information
to hand:
• Product name.
• Product identity.
• Serial number.
• Software application version.
You can obtain this product information using the menus within your
product.

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9.2 3rd party support
Contact and support details for 3rd party suppliers can be found on
the appropriate websites.

Navionics
www.navionics.com

Sirius marine weather

www.sirius.com/marineweather

Sirius audio
www.sirius.com

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Chapter 10: Technical specification

Chapter contents
• 10.1 GPM processor unit on page 148
• 10.2 GVM400 video module on page 149
• 10.3 Command center keyboard on page 150
• 10.4 Compact keyboard on page 151
• 10.5 Monitors on page 152
• 10.6 Glass bridge monitor on page 155

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10.1 GPM processor unit Environmental Installation environment
• Operating temperature: -15 ºC to
Technical specification +55 ºC (5 ºF to 131 ºF)
Nominal supply voltage 12 or 24 V dc • Non-operating temperature: -25 ºC
to +70 ºC (–13 ºF to 158 ºF)
Operating voltage range 10.7 to 32 V dc
• Relative humidity limit: 80%
Fuse / Breakers 12 V supply:
• Water protection: drip resistant
• 10 A fuse protection at distribution when mounted vertically.
panel.
Storage conditions for packaged unit • Temperature: -25 ºC to +55 ºC
• 10 A thermal circuit breaker (–13 ºF to 131 ºF)
protection at distribution panel.
• Relative humidity: 75%
24 V supply:
Dimensions • Width: 335 mm (13.19 in)
• 4 A fuse protection at distribution
panel. • Height: 230 mm (9.06 in)
• 10 A thermal circuit breaker • Depth: 125 mm (4.92 in)
protection at distribution panel.
Weight 6.5 kg (14.33 lb)
Typical power consumption No external loads:
Data connections • NMEA 0183 ports (quantity: 2):
• 3 A at 12 V
• SeaTalk
• 1.5 A at 24 V
• SeaTalkhs
With external loads:
• SeaTalkng
• 5 A at 12 V • Compact Flash
• 2.5 A at 24 V • USB (software upgrade only)

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 Video output resolutions 2 x DVI video outputs (or VGA with 10.2 GVM400 video module
adaptor cable), both of which support
the following resolutions: Technical specification
• 1024 X 768
Nominal supply voltage 12 or 24 V dc
• 1280 X 720
Operating voltage range 10.7 to 32 V dc
• 1280 X 768
Fuse / Breakers 12 V supply:
• 1280 X 800
• 2 A fuse protection at distribution
• 1280 X 1024 panel.
SeaTalk / alarm power output 250 mA at 12 V • 1.2 A thermal circuit breaker
protection at distribution panel.
Video output DVI (quantity: 2). Optional VGA
adaptor available. 24 V supply:
Audio output Stereo line out (rated 1 V RMS) • 1 A fuse protection at distribution
panel.
Conformance • 89/336/EEC as amended by
92/31/EEC • 1 A thermal circuit breaker
protection at distribution panel.
• EN60945:2002
Typical power consumption • 650 mA at 12 V
• 330 mA at 24 V
Environmental Installation environment
• Operating temperature: -15 ºC to
+55 ºC (5 ºF to 131 ºF)
• Non-operating temperature: -25 ºC
to +70 ºC (–13 ºF to 158 ºF)
• Relative humidity limit: 80%
• Water protection: drip resistant
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 Storage conditions for packaged unit • Temperature: -25 ºC to +55 ºC 10.3 Command center keyboard
(–13 ºF to 131 ºF)
• Relative humidity: 75% Technical specification
Dimensions • Width: 237 mm (9.33 in) Nominal supply voltage 12 V dc (from SeaTalkng bus)
• Height: 170 mm (6.69 in) Operating voltage range 9 to 16 V dc
• Depth: 56 mm (2.20 in)
Typical power consumption 1.5 W
Weight 0.8 kg (1.76 lb)
Environmental Installation environment
Data connections SeaTalkhs
• Operating temperature: -15 ºC to
Video inputs Inputs 1 to 3: +55 ºC (5 ºF to 131 ºF)
• Composite video (PAL: 626 lines, • Non-operating temperature: -25 ºC
NTSC 525 lines) to +70 ºC (–13 ºF to 158 ºF)
Input 4: • Relative humidity limit: 95%
• S-Video or composite video • Water protection: waterproof to
IPX6 standard.
Audio input Stereo line in (rated 1 V RMS),
associated with video input 4 only Storage conditions for packaged unit • Temperature: -25 ºC to +55 ºC
(S-Video or composite) (–13 ºF to 131 ºF)
Conformance • 89/336/EEC as amended by • Relative humidity: 75%
92/31/EEC
Dimensions • Width: 297 mm (11.69 in)
• EN60945:2002
• Height: 98 mm (3.86 in)
• Depth: 46 mm (1.81 in)
Weight 0.65 kg (1.43 lb)

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 Data connections • SeaTalkng 10.4 Compact keyboard
• SeaTalkng RF (requires optional
wireless upgrade kit and wireless Technical specification
base station).
Nominal supply voltage 12 V dc (from SeaTalkng bus)
Conformance CE:
Operating voltage range 10 to 16 V dc
• EN60945, EN300–440–2
FCC: Typical power consumption 150 mA

• CFR47 PART 15 Environmental Installation environment

Other: • Operating temperature: -15 ºC to

+55 ºC (5 ºF to 131 ºF)
• IC-RSS-210
• Non-operating temperature: -25 ºC
to +70 ºC (–13 ºF to 158 ºF)
• Relative humidity limit: 95%
• Water protection: waterproof to
IPX6 standard.
Storage conditions for packaged unit • Temperature: -25 ºC to +55 ºC
(–13 ºF to 131 ºF)
• Relative humidity: 75%
Dimensions • Width: 163 mm (6.42 in)
• Height: 97.5 mm (3.84 in)
• Depth: 29 mm (1.14 in)
Weight 0.35 kg (0.77 lb)

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 Data connections SeaTalkng 10.5 Monitors
Conformance Europe:
Technical specification
• 2004/108/EC
Display
Australia and New Zealand:
Panel aspect ratio 4:3
• C-Tick, Compliance Level 2
Panel sizes • G120: 12”
• G150: 15”
• G170: 17”
• G190: 19”
Native resolution • G120 / G150: 1024 x 768 pixels
(XGA)
• G170 / G190: 1280 x 1024 pixels
(SXGA)
Brightness • G120: 1200 cd/m2
• G150: 1200 cd/m2
• G170: 1300 cd/m2
• G190: 850 cd/m2
Contrast ratio • G120: 600:1
• G150: 600:1
• G170: 500:1
• G190: 800:1
Color display 24bit color (16.7 M colors)

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 Viewing angle • G120: Horizontal: 130º (65/65), Video input NTSC, PAL, SECAM
Vertical: 120º (45/75)
S-Video input NTSC, PAL, SECAM
• G150: Horizontal: 150º (75/75),
Vertical: 110º (50/60) Data connections and video • 3 x VGA: 15 pin D-Sub
connections
• G170: Horizontal: 160º (80/80), • 2 x DVI: DVI-D
Vertical: 150º (75/75) • 1 x S-Video: 4 pin mini DIN
• G190: Horizontal: 170º (85/85), • 3 x CVBS: BNC
Vertical: 170º (85/85)
• 1 x SeaTalkhs: RJ-45
Note: Vertical measurement is
biased towards 6 o’clock viewing
Power
(bottom up) for optimum color
rendition. Nominal supply voltage 12 or 24 V dc

Picture modes • 4:3 Operating voltage range 10.2 to 32 V d

• Letterbox wide screen

• Picture In Picture
Picture in Picture • Child
• Split
• Wide
Display resolutions and refresh rate • VGA 640x480 @ 60, 72, 75, 85 Hz
• SVGA 800x600 @ 56, 60, 72, 75,
85 Hz
• XGA 1024x768 @ 60, 70, 75, 85
Hz
• SXGA 1280x1024 @ 60, 75, 85 Hz
• UXGA 1600x1200 @ 60, 65, 70,
75, 85 Hz

Technical specification 153

 Fuse / Breakers • 12 V system: 8 A thermal breaker C
or 12 A rated fuse.
• 24 V system: 4 A thermal breaker
or 6 A rated fuse. B

Current G120 D

• 4 A @12 Vdc
• 2 A @24 Vdc
A
G150 E

• 4 A @12 Vdc A B C D E
• 2 A @24 Vdc 330 mm 284 mm 307 mm 257 mm 118 mm
G120
(13.00”) (11.18”) (12.08”) (10.10”) (4.64”)
G170
380 mm 315 mm 357 mm 292 mm 118 mm
• 7.6 A @12 Vdc G150
(14.97”) (12.39”) (14.07”) (11.5”) (4.64”)
• 3.5 A @24 Vdc 415 mm 358 mm 394 mm 335 mm 100 mm
G170
(16.34”) (14.10”) (15.51”) (13.19”) (3.94”)
G190
454 mm 389 mm 432 mm 366 mm 100 mm
G190
• 7.7 A @12 Vdc (17.87”) (15.31”) (17.00”) (14.41”) (3.94”)
D11893-1

• 3.6 A @24 Vdc

Environmental
Mechanical Environmental • Operating temperature: -10 ºC to
Weight • G120: 4.6 kg (10 lb) +50 ºC (14 ºF to 122 ºF)

• G150: 5.8 kg (12 lb) • Relative humidity: max 95%

• G170: 6.4 kg (14 lb) • Water proof to IPX6 (rating applies

to front of monitor).
• G190: 7.3 kg (16 lb)

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Conformance 10.6 Glass bridge monitor
Conformance • CE: 1999/5/EC, EN60945:2002
Technical specification
• FCC: Part 80 (47CFR) and Part 2
(47CFR) Display
Panel aspect ratio 4:3
Panel sizes • GB150: 15”
• GB170: 17”
Native resolution • GB150: 1024 x 768 pixels
• GB170: 1280 x 1024 pixels
Brightness • GB150: 1500 cd/m2
• GB170: 1100 cd/m2
Contrast ratio • GB150: 700:1
• GB150: 700:1
Color display 24bit color (16.7 M colors)
Viewing angle • Horizontal: 160º (80/80)
• Vertical: 150º (75/75) Biased
towards 6 o’clock viewing (bottom
up) for optimum color rendition.
Picture modes • 4:3
• Letterbox wide screen
• Picture In Picture
Picture in Picture • Child
• Split
• Wide

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 Display resolutions and refresh rate • VGA 640x480 @ 60,72,75,85 Hz Fuse / Breakers • 12 V system: 8 A thermal breaker
or 12 A rated fuse.
• SVGA 800x600 @ 56, 60, 72, 75,
85 Hz • 24 V system: 4 A thermal breaker
or 6 A rated fuse.
• XGA 1024x768 @ 60, 70, 75, 85
Hz Current GB150
• SXGA 1280x1024 @ 60, 75, 85 Hz • 2 A @24 Vdc
• UXGA 1600x1200 @ 60, 65, 70, • 4 A @12 Vdc
75, 85 Hz
GB170
• WVGA 800x480@ WXGA
1280x768 • 7.6 A @24 Vdc
• WXGA 1280x800 • 3.5 A @12 Vdc
• HD720i 1280x720
Mechanical
• HD720p 1280x720
Weight • GB150: 6.8 kg (15 lb)
Video input NTSC, PAL, SECAM
• GB170: 8 kg (17.6 lb)
S-Video input NTSC, PAL, SECAM
Data connections. • 3 x VGA: 15 pin D-Sub
• 2 x DVI: DVI-D
• 1 x S-Video: 4 pin mini DIN
• 3 x CVBS: BNC
• 1 x SeaTalkhs: RJ-45

Power
Nominal supply voltage 12 or 24 V dc
Operating voltage range 10.7 to 32 V d

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 F Conformance
Conformance • Europe: 2004/108/EC
• Australia and New Zealand: C-Tick,
C
Compliance Level 2

E
A D
A B C D E F
356.9 mm 280.9 mm 82.3 mm 88.9 mm 264.0 mm 335.0 mm
GB150
(14.05 “) (11.06 “) (3.24“) (3.50 “) (10.39 “) (13.19 “)
390.6 mm 323.0 mm 92.5 mm 99.1 mm 305.6 mm 367.3 mm
GB170
(15.38 “) (12.72 “) (3.64“) (3.90 “) (12.03 “) (14.46 “)
D11715-1

Environmental
Environmental • Operating temperature: -10 ºC to
+50 ºC (14 ºF to 122 ºF)
• Relative humidity: max 95%
• Water proof to IPX6. (Rating
applies to front of monitor.)

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Chapter 11: Options and accessories

Chapter contents
• 11.1 SeaTalk accessories on page 160
• 11.2 SeaTalkng accessories on page 160
• 11.3 SeaTalkhs accessories on page 161
• 11.4 Monitor accessories on page 163
• 11.5 NMEA 2000 accessories on page 163
• 11.6 NMEA 0183 accessories on page 164
• 11.7 Audio and video accessories on page 164
• 11.8 Spare parts on page 165

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11.1 SeaTalk accessories 11.2 SeaTalkng accessories
SeaTalk cables and accessories for use with compatible products. SeaTalkng cables and accessories for use with compatible products.
Description Part No Notes Description Part No Notes
NMEA / SeaTalk E85001 Backbone Kit A25062 Includes:
converter
• 2 x 5 m (16.4 ft)
3 m (9.8 ft) SeaTalk D285 Backbone cable
extension cable
• 1 x 20 m (65.6 ft)
5 m (16.4 ft) SeaTalk D286 Backbone cable
extension cable
• 4 x T-piece
9 m (29.5 ft) SeaTalk D287
extension cable • 2 x Backbone
terminator
12 m (39.4 ft) SeaTalk E25051
extension cable • 1 x Power cable

20 m (65.6 ft) SeaTalk D288 SeaTalkng 0.4 m (1.3 ft) A06038

extension cable spur
SeaTalkng 1 m (3.3 ft) A06039
spur
SeaTalkng 3 m (9.8 ft) A06040
spur
SeaTalkng 5 m (16.4 ft) A06041
spur
SeaTalkng 0.4 m (1.3 ft) A06033
backbone
SeaTalkng 1 m (3.3 ft) A06034
backbone
SeaTalkng 3 m (9.8 ft) A06035
backbone

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 Description Part No Notes 11.3 SeaTalkhs accessories
SeaTalkng 5 m (16.4 ft) A06036
backbone Radar power and data digital cables
SeaTalkng 20 m (65.6 ft) A06037 These cables contain the wires for a scanner’s power and data
backbone connections.

SeaTalkng - bare ends 1 A06043 Cable Part number

m (3.3 ft) spur 5 m (16.4 ft) Power and data digital A55076D
SeaTalkng - bare ends 3 A06044 cable
m (9.8 ft) spur 10 m (32.8 ft) Power and data digital A55077D
SeaTalkng — SeaTalk2 A06048 cable
0.4 m (1.3 ft) spur 15 m (49.2 ft) Power and data digital A55078D
SeaTalkng Power cable A06049 cable

SeaTalkng Terminator A06031 25 m (82.0 ft) Power and data digital A55079D
cable
SeaTalkng T-Piece A06028 Provides 1 x spur
connection Note: The maximum length for the radar power and data digital
SeaTalkng 5–way A06064 Provides 3 x spur cable (including any extensions) is 25 m (82 ft).
connector connections
SeaTalkng Blanking plug A06032 Radar power and data digital extension cables
These cables extend the power and data digital cables for a
scanner’s power and data connections.
Cable Part number
2.5 m (8.2 ft) Power and data digital A92141D
cable
5 m (16.4 ft) Power and data digital A55080D
cable
10 m (32.8 ft) Power and data digital A55081D
cable

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 Note: The maximum length for the radar power and data digital Cable Part number Notes
cable (including any extensions) is 25 m (82 ft).
1.5 m (4.9 ft) Dual end A62245 Cable has waterproof
SeaTalkhs network cable. connectors at both ends.
SeaTalkhs network cables 15 m (49.2 ft) Dual end A62246 Cable has waterproof
SeaTalkhs network cable connectors at both ends.
Cable Part number
1.5 m (4.9 ft) SeaTalkhs network cable E55049
SeaTalkhs hardware
5 m (16.4 ft) SeaTalkhs network cable E55050
Cable Part number Notes
10 m (32.8 ft) SeaTalkhs network cable E55051
SeaTalkhs switch E55058 8 way hub for network
20 m (65.6 ft) SeaTalkhs network cable E55052 connection of multiple
SeaTalkhs devices.
SeaTalkhs patch cables SeaTalkhs coupler E55060 Coupler for connection
of a single SeaTalkhs
Cable Part number device.
1.5 m (4.9 ft) SeaTalkhs patch cable E06054
5 m (16.4 ft) SeaTalkhs patch cable E06055
10 m (32.8 ft) SeaTalkhs patch cable E06056
15 m (49.2 ft) SeaTalkhs patch cable A62136
20 m (65.6 ft) SeaTalkhs patch cable E06057

Fully waterproof SeaTalkhs network cables

Connect directly from display to display.

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11.4 Monitor accessories 11.5 NMEA 2000 accessories
Monitor cables NMEA 2000 cables
The following cables are available as accessories: The following cables are available as accessories:
Cable Part number Notes Cable Part number Notes
5 m (16.4 ft) DVI to DVI E06021 1.5 m (4.9 ft) SeaTalkng A06046
(digital) cable to DeviceNet male
10 m (32.8 ft) DVI to DVI E06022
(digital) cable
500 mm (19.69 in) DVI E06053
to VGA (analogue) cable
1.5 m (4.9 ft) VGA to R08130
VGA cable
5 m (16.4 ft) VGA to R08174
VGA cable
10 m (32.8 ft) VGA to R08296
VGA cable
20 m VGA to VGA cable R08297

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11.6 NMEA 0183 accessories 11.7 Audio and video accessories
NMEA 0183 cables Audio / video cables
The following cables are available as accessories: The following cables are available as accessories:
Cable Part number Notes Cable Part number Notes
1.5 m (4.9 ft) NMEA R08004 1.5 m (4.9 ft) GVM400 R08275
0183 cable Audio cable
1.5 m (4.9 ft) GVM400 R08274
S-Video cable
3 m (9.8 ft) G-Series R08266
Audio out cable
15 m (49.2 ft) G-Series R08298
Audio out cable

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11.8 Spare parts Cable Part number Notes
GPM400 Main Fan R08300
Caution: Service and maintenance Assembly
This product contains no user serviceable
SeaTalk NG Locking A06051
components. Please refer all maintenance and repair
Collar (white)
to authorized Raymarine dealers. Unauthorized repair
may affect your warranty. GPM400 Install Pack R08295

GPM400 processor unit spares GVM400 video module spares

The following parts are available as spares: The following parts are available as spares:
Cable Part number Notes Cable Part number Notes
US Cartography Hard R08267 GVM Connector Cover R08276
Drive
GVM install pack R08318
EU Cartography Hard R08268
Drive
ROW Cartography Hard R08269 Command center keyboard spares
Drive The following parts are available as spares:
Hard Drive Cable R08270 Cable Part number Notes
COM Express CPU R08271 Sun cover R08307
Module Assembly
Rear cover / mounting R08308
GPM400 Baseboard R08272 bracket
GPM400 Connector R08273 Screw pack R08309
Panel Assembly
Chart Door (card slot R08002
enclosure seal)
GPM400 internal Fan R08299
Assembly

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Keyboard wireless upgrade kit spares
The following parts are available as spares:
Cable Part number Notes
Keyboard Charge Cable R08310
2.5m
STNG Bulkhead R08311
Mounting Cable
Battery pack R08312
Allen Head M3 Screws R08313
(quantity: 4)
Mounting Plate R08314
Connector Cover R08315
Mounting Screws (self R08316
tapping) (quantity: 3)
Dust Cap R08317
Allen key R08338

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Appendix A NMEA 0183 sentences Recommended minimum specific
RMC GPS transit data
The display supports the following NMEA 0183 sentences. These
are applicable to NMEA 0183 and SeaTalk protocols. VTG Course over ground and ground speed
ZDA Time and date
Transmit
APB Autopilot b MWV Wind speed and angle

BWC Bearing and distance to waypoint RTE Routes sentence

Bearing and distance to waypoint WPL Waypoint location sentence

BWR rhumb line
Receive
DBT Depth below transducer
AAM Waypoint arrival alarm sentence
DPT Depth
DBT Depth below transducer sentence
MTW Water temperature
DPT Depth sentence
Recommended minimum navigation
RMB information DTM Datum reference sentence
RSD Radar system data
APB Autopilot b sentence
TTM Tracked target message
Bearing and distance to waypoint
VHW Water speed and heading BWC sentence
VLW Distance travelled through the water Bearing and distance to waypoint
BWR rhumb line sentence
GGA Global positioning system fix data
Digital selective calling information
GLL Geographic position latitude longitude
DSC sentence
GSA GPS DOP and active satellites
DSE Distress sentence expansion
GSV GPS satellites in view
Global positioning system fix data
Recommended minimum specific GGA sentence
RMA loran c data
Geographic position loran c sentence
GLC

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 Geographic position latitude longitude ZDA Time and date sentence
GLL sentence
MDA Meteorological composite sentence
GPS DOP and active satellites
GSA sentence GPS satellite fault detection data
GBS sentence
GSV GPS satellites in view sentence
RTE Routes sentence
Heading deviation and variation
HDG sentence WPL Waypoint location sentence

HDT Heading true sentence

HDM Heading magnetic sentence
MSK MSK receiver interface sentence
MSS MSK receive r signal status sentence
MTW Water temperature sentence
WMV Wind speed and angle sentence
Recommended minimum specific
RMA loran c data sentence
Recommended minimum navigation
RMB information sentence
Recommended minimum specific
RMC GPS transit data sentence
VHW Water speed and heading sentence
Distance travelled through the water
VLW sentence
Course over ground and ground speed
VTG sentence
XTE Cross track error measured sentence

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Appendix B NMEA 2000 sentences
The display supports the following NMEA 2000 sentences. These are applicable to NMEA 2000, SeaTalkng and SeaTalk 2 protocols.
Message number Message description Transmit Receive Bridge
59392 ISO Acknowledgment ● ● ●

59904 ISO Request ●

60928 ISO Address Claim ● ● ●

126208 NMEA - Acknowledge group function ● ● ●

126464 PGN List ● ● ●

126992 System time ● ● ●

126996 Product information ● ● ●

127237 Heading/Track Control ●

127245 Rudder ● ● ●

127250 Vessel heading ● ● ●

127488 Engine parameters rapid update ●

127489 Dynamic engine parameters ●

127493 Dynamic transmission ●

127498 Static engine parameters ●

127505 Fluid level ●

128259 Speed ● ● ●

128267 Water depth ● ● ●

128275 Distance log ● ● ●

129025 Position rapid update ● ● ●

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 Message number Message description Transmit Receive Bridge
129026 COG SOG rapid update ● ● ●

129029 GNSS position data ● ● ●

129033 Time and date ● ● ●

129038 AIS Class A Position Report ●

129039 AIS Class B Position Report ●

129040 AIS Class B Extended Position Report ●

129044 Datum ● ● ●

129283 Cross track error ● ● ●

129284 Navigation data ● ● ●

129291 Set and drift rapid update ● ● ●

129301 Time to or from mark ●

129539 NMEA 2000 GNSS DOPs message ●

129540 GNSS Sats in view ● ● ●

129545 NMEA 2000 GNSS RAIM output message ●

129550 GNSS differential correction receiver interface ●

129551 GNSS differential correction receiver signal ●

129793 AIS UTC and Date Report ●

129794 AIS Class A Static and Voyage Related Data ●

129801 AIS Addressed Safety Related Message ●

129802 AIS Safety Related Broadcast Message ●

130306 Wind data ● ● ●

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 Message number Message description Transmit Receive Bridge
130310 Environmental parameters ● ● ●

130311 Environmental parameters message ●

130576 Small craft status ●

130577 Direction data ● ● ●

130578 Vessel speed components ●

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Appendix C Connectors and pinouts SeaTalkng connector
SeaTalkhs connector
5 1
1 8
6
4 2
3

Item Remarks
Item Remarks Identification ST2/NMEA2000
Identification STHS Connector type STNG
Connector type RJ45 (with suitable waterproofing) Current source to network No current sourced for external devices
Current source to network No current sourced for external devices Current sink from network <160mA (Interface drive only)
Current sink from network No power required for interface
Pin Signal
Pin Signal 1 +12V
1 Tx+ 2 0V
2 Tx- 3 Screen
3 Rx+ 4 CanH
4 Not connected 5 CanL
5 Not connected 6 SeaTalk (not connected)
6 Rx-
Note: Use only Raymarine cables when connecting to SeaTalkng
7 Not connected
8 Not connected

Note: Use only Raymarine cables when connecting to SeaTalkhs

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Appendix D Nav Station schematics
EXAMPLE ONLY Nav station name Br idge nav Nav station location Br idge
Name Display 1 Display 2 (if applicable) Name
Br idge - Le f t Br idge - Right
Location Location
Br idge Br idge
IP address (When on SeaTalkhs only) IP address (When on SeaTalkhs only)
10 -2 -0 -14 10 -2 -0 -2
Video connection (delete as appropriate) Video connection (delete as appropriate)

-
DVI / VG A
SeaTalkhs (delete as appropriate)
-
DVI / VG A
SeaTalkhs (delete as appropriate)

-
YE S / NO
-
YE S / NO

Keyboard Serial number

1

4
2
ABC

5
3
DEF

6
0 2 0 7 0 0 16
Location
WPTS
GHI JKL MNO PAGE MENU OUT
MOB

RANGE
ENTER
7 8 9 IN
PQRS TUV WXYZ ACTIVE DATA

. 0
DODGE STANDBY PILOT OK CANCEL

Br idge
Wireless (delete as appropriate)
SeaTalkng -YE S / NO

GPM400 processor SeaTalkhs switch GPM400 processor

Serial Number Serial number Serial number

10 0 6 0 2 1 10 0 6 0 2 4
Location Location Location
Le f t (swit ch cupboar d) Right (swit ch cupboar d)
Master GPM(delete as appropriate) Master GPM(delete as appropriate)

Nav Station schematics

-
YE S / NO
- YE S / NO
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 Nav station information Nav station name Nav station location
Name Display 1 Display 2 (if applicable) Name

Location Location

IP address (When on SeaTalkhs only) IP address (When on SeaTalkhs only)

Video connection (delete as appropriate) Video connection (delete as appropriate)

DVI / VG A DVI / VG A
SeaTalkhs (delete as appropriate) SeaTalkhs (delete as appropriate)
YE S / NO YE S / NO

Keyboard Serial number

1 2 3
ABC DEF

4 5 6

Location
WPTS
GHI JKL MNO PAGE MENU OUT
MOB

RANGE
ENTER
7 8 9 IN
PQRS TUV WXYZ ACTIVE DATA

. 0
DODGE STANDBY PILOT OK CANCEL

Wireless (delete as appropriate)

SeaTalkng YE S / NO

GPM400 processor SeaTalkhs switch GPM400 processor

Serial Number Serial number Serial number

Location Location Location

Master GPM(delete as appropriate) Master GPM(delete as appropriate)

YE S / NO YE S / NO
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 Nav station information Nav station name Nav station location
Name Display 1 Display 2 (if applicable) Name

Location Location

IP address (When on SeaTalkhs only) IP address (When on SeaTalkhs only)

Video connection (delete as appropriate) Video connection (delete as appropriate)

DVI / VG A DVI / VG A
SeaTalkhs (delete as appropriate) SeaTalkhs (delete as appropriate)
YE S / NO YE S / NO

Keyboard Serial number

1 2 3
ABC DEF

4 5 6

Location
WPTS
GHI JKL MNO PAGE MENU OUT
MOB

RANGE
ENTER
7 8 9 IN
PQRS TUV WXYZ ACTIVE DATA

. 0
DODGE STANDBY PILOT OK CANCEL

Wireless (delete as appropriate)

SeaTalkng YE S / NO

GPM400 processor SeaTalkhs switch GPM400 processor

Serial Number Serial number Serial number

Location Location Location

Master GPM(delete as appropriate) Master GPM(delete as appropriate)

YE S / NO YE S / NO
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 Nav station information Nav station name Nav station location
Name Display 1 Display 2 (if applicable) Name

Location Location

IP address (When on SeaTalkhs only) IP address (When on SeaTalkhs only)

Video connection (delete as appropriate) Video connection (delete as appropriate)

DVI / VG A DVI / VG A
SeaTalkhs (delete as appropriate) SeaTalkhs (delete as appropriate)
YE S / NO YE S / NO

Keyboard Serial number

1 2 3
ABC DEF

4 5 6

Location
WPTS
GHI JKL MNO PAGE MENU OUT
MOB

RANGE
ENTER
7 8 9 IN
PQRS TUV WXYZ ACTIVE DATA

. 0
DODGE STANDBY PILOT OK CANCEL

Wireless (delete as appropriate)

SeaTalkng YE S / NO

GPM400 processor SeaTalkhs switch GPM400 processor

Serial Number Serial number Serial number

Location Location Location

Master GPM(delete as appropriate) Master GPM(delete as appropriate)

YE S / NO YE S / NO
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 Nav station information Nav station name Nav station location
Name Display 1 Display 2 (if applicable) Name

Location Location

IP address (When on SeaTalkhs only) IP address (When on SeaTalkhs only)

Video connection (delete as appropriate) Video connection (delete as appropriate)

DVI / VG A DVI / VG A
SeaTalkhs (delete as appropriate) SeaTalkhs (delete as appropriate)
YE S / NO YE S / NO

Keyboard Serial number

1 2 3
ABC DEF

4 5 6

Location
WPTS
GHI JKL MNO PAGE MENU OUT
MOB

RANGE
ENTER
7 8 9 IN
PQRS TUV WXYZ ACTIVE DATA

. 0
DODGE STANDBY PILOT OK CANCEL

Wireless (delete as appropriate)

SeaTalkng YE S / NO

GPM400 processor SeaTalkhs switch GPM400 processor

Serial Number Serial number Serial number

Location Location Location

Master GPM(delete as appropriate) Master GPM(delete as appropriate)

YE S / NO YE S / NO
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 Nav station information Nav station name Nav station location
Name Location Name Location Name Location Name Location

IP address (when on SeaTalkhs only) IP address (when on SeaTalkhs only) IP address (when on SeaTalkhs only) IP address (when on SeaTalkhs only)

Video (delete as appropriate) DVI / VG A Video (delete as appropriate) DVI / VG A Video (delete as appropriate) DVI / VG A Video (delete as appropriate) DVI / VG A
SeaTalkhs (delete as appropriate) YE S / NO SeaTalkhs (delete as appropriate) YE S / NO SeaTalkhs (delete as appropriate) YE S / NO SeaTalkhs (delete as appropriate) YE S / NO

Display 1 Display 2 Display 3 Display 4

Keyboard Serial Number Keyboard Serial Number

1 2 3 1 2 3
ABC DEF ABC DEF

ENTER
4
GHI

7
PQRS
5
JKL

8
TUV
6
MNO

9
WXYZ
PAGE

ACTIVE
WPTS
MOB

DATA
MENU OUT

RANGE
IN
Location ENTER
4
GHI

7
PQRS
5
JKL

8
TUV
6
MNO

9
WXYZ
PAGE

ACTIVE
WPTS
MOB

DATA
MENU OUT

RANGE
IN
Location
. 0
DODGE STANDBY PILOT OK CANCEL
. 0
DODGE STANDBY PILOT OK CANCEL

Wireless (delete as appropriate) Wireless (delete as appropriate)

SeaTalkng YE S / NO SeaTalkng YE S / NO

GPM400 processor GPM400 processor SeaTalkhs switch GPM400 processor GPM400 processor

Serial Number Serial Number Serial Number Serial Number

Location Location Serial Number Location Location

Master GPM(delete as appropriate) Master GPM(delete as appropriate) Location Master GPM(delete as appropriate) Master GPM(delete as appropriate)
YE S / NO YE S / NO YE S / NO YE S / NO
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 Nav station information Nav station name Nav station location
Name Location Name Location Name Location Name Location

IP address (when on SeaTalkhs only) IP address (when on SeaTalkhs only) IP address (when on SeaTalkhs only) IP address (when on SeaTalkhs only)

Video (delete as appropriate) DVI / VG A Video (delete as appropriate) DVI / VG A Video (delete as appropriate) DVI / VG A Video (delete as appropriate) DVI / VG A
SeaTalkhs (delete as appropriate) YE S / NO SeaTalkhs (delete as appropriate) YE S / NO SeaTalkhs (delete as appropriate) YE S / NO SeaTalkhs (delete as appropriate) YE S / NO

Display 1 Display 2 Display 3 Display 4

Keyboard Serial Number Keyboard Serial Number

1 2 3 1 2 3
ABC DEF ABC DEF

ENTER
4
GHI

7
PQRS
5
JKL

8
TUV
6
MNO

9
WXYZ
PAGE

ACTIVE
WPTS
MOB

DATA
MENU OUT

RANGE
IN
Location ENTER
4
GHI

7
PQRS
5
JKL

8
TUV
6
MNO

9
WXYZ
PAGE

ACTIVE
WPTS
MOB

DATA
MENU OUT

RANGE
IN
Location
. 0
DODGE STANDBY PILOT OK CANCEL
. 0
DODGE STANDBY PILOT OK CANCEL

Wireless (delete as appropriate) Wireless (delete as appropriate)

SeaTalkng YE S / NO SeaTalkng YE S / NO

GPM400 processor GPM400 processor SeaTalkhs switch GPM400 processor GPM400 processor

Serial Number Serial Number Serial Number Serial Number

Location Location Serial Number Location Location

Master GPM(delete as appropriate) Master GPM(delete as appropriate) Location Master GPM(delete as appropriate) Master GPM(delete as appropriate)
YE S / NO YE S / NO YE S / NO YE S / NO
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