Raymarine E70196 User Manual

NMEA 0183 to
SeaT alk
ng®
con ve r t e r
Installation instructions
English
Date: 06-2015
Document number: 87256-1-EN
© 2015 Raymarine UK Limited
NMEA0183–SeaTalkngconverter

Raymarine E70196 Specifications

General

Product Name	Raymarine E70196
Category	Media Converter
Function	Converts SeaTalkNG to NMEA 0183
Data Rate	4800 baud
SeaTalkNG Connectivity	1 x SeaTalkNG port
Power Supply	12V DC
Input Ports	SeaTalkNG
Output Ports	NMEA 0183

Summary

Important Information

Certified Installation

Guidance on certified installation by approved Raymarine installers for enhanced warranty.

Water Ingress

Disclaimer regarding waterproof rating and high-pressure washing.

Disclaimer

Raymarine's warranty limitations and liability for product use and third-party data.

EMC Installation Guidelines

Recommendations for minimizing electromagnetic interference during installation.

Warranty Registration

Instructions for registering product ownership online for full warranty benefits.

IMO and SOLAS

Statement on intended use for leisure marine boats and workboats, not IMO/SOLAS regulations.

Technical Accuracy

Disclaimer on document accuracy and policy of continuous product improvement.

Document and Product Information

Document Information

Details about the document's purpose and how to find other Raymarine product documents.

Product Overview

Overview of the NMEA 0183 to SeaTalkng converter kit and its function.

Planning the Installation

Installation Checklist

List of activities required for planning and executing the product installation.

Parts Supplied

Inventory of components included in the NMEA 0183 to SeaTalkng converter kit.

Software Updates

Information on how to update the product's software for improved performance and new features.

Tools Required

List of necessary tools for installing the NMEA 0183 to SeaTalkng converter.

Warnings and Cautions

Important safety information and precautions to review before installation.

General Location Requirements

Guidelines for selecting a suitable and safe mounting location for the product.

Product Dimensions

Physical dimensions of the NMEA 0183 to SeaTalkng converter for installation planning.

Cables and Connections

General Cabling Guidance

Best practices for selecting, routing, and securing cables for optimal performance.

Connections Overview

Identification of product connectors, their colors, and compatible cables/devices.

Power Connection

Detailed instructions and recommendations for connecting the product's power supply.

VHF Radio Connection (NMEA 0183)

Procedure for connecting an NMEA 0183 VHF radio to the converter for data transfer.

Mounting

Mounting the Unit

Step-by-step instructions for physically mounting the converter unit.

System Checks and Troubleshooting

System Checks

Recommended checks to perform after installation to ensure proper system data sharing.

Troubleshooting

Information on diagnosing and correcting common problems associated with the product.

Maintenance

Routine Checks

Periodic checks to maintain cables and connectors in good condition.

Unit Cleaning Instructions

Guidelines for cleaning the product unit safely and effectively.

Technical Support

Raymarine Product Support and Servicing

Contact information and resources for obtaining product support, warranty, service, and repairs.

Viewing Product Information

Instructions on how to view product serial number and software version via a multifunction display.

Technical Specification

Technical Specification

Detailed technical specifications including voltage, current, environmental, and conformance data.

Spares and Accessories

SeaTalkng Cables and Accessories

List of compatible SeaTalkng cables and accessories with part numbers and notes.

Appendix A NMEA 0183 PGNs