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  • Page 1 Installation instructions...
  • Page 3 , SeaTalk and Sportpilot are registered trademarks of Raymarine UK Limited. RayTalk, Seahawk, Smartpilot, Pathfinder and Raymarine are registered trademarks of Raymarine Holdings Limited. FLIR is a registered trademark of FLIR Systems, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. All other trademarks, trade names, or company names referenced herein are used for identification only and are the property of their respective owners.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    2.14 System integration ..........33 Chart cards and memory cards........11 2.15 Networking constraints ..........37 EMC installation guidelines ..........11 2.16 G-Series network ............ 39 Suppression ferrites ............12 2.17 System protocols............. 39 Connections to other equipment ........12 Declaration of conformity..........
  • Page 6 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 ..........
  • Page 7 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 ........
  • Page 8 G-Series installation instructions...

  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Important Information

    Chapter 1: Important information Warning: Switch off power supply Ensure the boat’s power supply is switched OFF Warning: Product installation and before starting to install this product. Do NOT connect operation or disconnect equipment with the power switched on, unless instructed in this document. This product must be installed and operated in accordance with the instructions provided.

  • Page 10: Tft Lcd Displays

    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.

  • Page 11: Disclaimers

    (as applicable). chart card must be inserted into the adaptor. Raymarine does not warrant that this product is error-free or that it Use branded chart cards and memory cards is compatible with products manufactured by any person or entity other than Raymarine.

  • Page 12: Suppression Ferrites

    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.

  • Page 13: Imo And Solas

    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.
  • Page 14 G-Series installation instructions...

  • Page 15: Chapter 2 Planning The Installation

    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 •...

  • Page 16: Handbook Information

    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 87070 G-Series system installation and commissioning instructions...

  • Page 17: Installation Checklist

    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 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 Obtain all required equipment and tools and for the future configuration and maintenance of the system.

  • Page 18: Nav Stations

    When a keyboard is associated with a monitor, this provides full control of the system. The following diagram illustrates a typical Nav Station arrangement: PAGE WPTS MENU GH I ENTER RANGE PQRS WXYZ ACTIVE DAT A DODGE ST ANDBY PIL OT CANCEL D10239-2 G-Series installation instructions...
  • Page 19 Number Description Nav Station 1 (flybridge) Nav Station 2 (bridge) 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. Planning the installation...

  • Page 20: System Overview

    ST ANDBY PIL OT CANCEL SeaT alk NM EA 0183 / SeaT alk SeaT alk WPTS JK L PAGE MENU RANGE ENTER SeaT alk PQRS WXY Z ACTIVE DAT A DODGE ST ANDBY PIL OT CANCEL D11789-1 G-Series installation instructions...
  • Page 21 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.

  • Page 22: Single Processor System Example

    RANGE PQRS WXY Z ACTIVE DAT A DODGE ST ANDBY PIL OT CANCEL SeaT alk CANCEL ENTER CANCEL ENTER MENU MENU SeaT alk DVI / VGA SeaT alk SeaT alk SeaT alk SeaT alk SeaT alk D11791-1 G-Series installation instructions...
  • Page 23 1. Nav Station. 2. Monitor. 3. Keyboard. 4. SeaTalk backbone. 5. SeaTalk pilot. 6. SeaTalk instrument. 7. Radar scanner. 8. Digital Sounder Module (DSM) sonar. 9. Transducer. 10. SeaTalk switch. 11. GPM processor unit. 12. Audio output (to vessel’s audio system). 13.

  • Page 24: Dual Nav Station (Single Processor) Example

    MENU MENU SeaTalk JK L PAGE WPTS MENU ENTER RANGE PQRS WXY Z ACTIVE DAT A DODGE ST ANDBY PIL OT CANCEL DVI / VGA SeaTalk / NM EA 0183 SeaT alk SeaT alk SeaT alk D11792-1 G-Series installation instructions...
  • Page 25 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. SeaTalk backbone. 8. Wireless base station. 9. SeaTalk pilot. 10. SeaTalk instrument. 11. Radar scanner. 12.

  • Page 26: Single Nav Station (Dual Processor) Example

    MENU WPTS JK L PAGE MENU RANGE ENTER PQRS WXY Z ACTIVE DAT A DODGE ST ANDBY PIL OT CANCEL DVI / VGA DVI / VGA SeaTalk SeaT alk SeaT alk SeaT alk SeaT alk S-Video D11793-1 G-Series installation instructions...
  • Page 27 1. Nav Station. 2. Monitor. 3. Keyboard. 4. SeaTalk backbone. 5. SeaTalk instrument. 6. Radar scanner. 7. Digital Sounder Module (DSM) sonar. 8. Video camera. 9. GVM video module. 10. GPM processor unit (data master). 11. SeaTalk switch. 12. GPM processor unit. Planning the installation...

  • Page 28: Dual Nav Station (Dual Processor) Example

    WXY Z ACTIVE DAT A DODGE ST ANDBY PIL OT CANCEL DODGE ST ANDBY PIL OT CANCEL DVI / VGA SeaT alk SeaT alk DVI / VGA SeaT alk SeaT alk SeaT alk DVI / VGA D11794-1 G-Series installation instructions...
  • Page 29 1. Nav Station 1. 2. Monitor. 3. Wireless keyboard charge point. 4. Wireless keyboard. 5. Nav Station 2. 6. Connection to other SeaTalk devices. 7. Wireless base station. 8. SeaTalk backbone. 9. GPM processor unit (data master). 10. SeaTalk switch. 11.

  • Page 30: Entertainment System Example

    2.11 Entertainment system example Audio S-Video JK L PAGE WPTS MENU ENTER RANGE PQRS WXY Z ACTIVE DAT A DODGE ST ANDBY PIL OT CANCEL DVI / VGA SeaT alk Audio SeaTalk SeaTalk S-Video D11795-1 G-Series installation instructions...
  • Page 31 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. SeaTalk switch. 10. GPM processor unit. 11. Audio output (to vessel’s audio system). 12.

  • Page 32: System Limits

    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).

  • Page 33: System Integration

    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:...
  • Page 34 Note: Please (www.raymarine.com) ensure your radar for the latest list of scanner is using supported chart cards. the latest software GVM video module Up to 3 Raymarine GVM SeaTalk version. video modules Fishfinder The G-Series system SeaTalk supports the connection...
  • Page 35 SeaTalk, SeaTalk , or Additional multifunction • Any combination of up SeaTalk third-party external GPS NMEA 0183 display(s) to 8 G-Series or Glass receiver Bridge monitors. • Maximum 2 E-Series Instruments All current Raymarine SeaTalk, SeaTalk , or Widescreen E90W,...
  • Page 36 • 1280 X 720 • 1280 X 768 • 1280 X 800 • 1280 X 1024 Thermal camera The G-Series system SeaTalk (for control), supports the connection BNC connector (for of ONE of the following video, via GVM video...

  • Page 37: Networking Constraints

    SeaTalk 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.
  • Page 38 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.

  • Page 39: G-Series Network

    • SeaTalk The G-Series GPM processor unit acts as a “bridge” for these • SeaTalk devices, receiving data in various protocols and processing or • NMEA 2000 passing the data on to other devices, as appropriate.
  • Page 40 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. G-Series installation instructions...

  • Page 41: Chapter 3 Cables And Connections

    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 •...

  • Page 42: General Cabling Guidance

    • 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 Ensure adequate strain relief is provided. Protect connectors from and gauge. For example, longer power cable runs may require strain and ensure they will not pull out under extreme sea conditions.

  • Page 43: 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.
  • Page 44 • for runs of >1 m (3 ft), use 8 mm (#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. G-Series installation instructions...

  • Page 45: Typical Power Distribution

    3.4 Typical power distribution D11803-1 Cables and connections...
  • Page 46 Circuit protection 1. Distribution panel. Recommended loads and protection ratings for G-Series equipment. 2. Monitor. 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.

  • Page 47: Power Cables

    Monitor power cable extension requirements. 5 to 10 m (16.4 to 12 volts 2.08 G-Series monitors are supplied with a 1.5 m power cable. This can 32.8 ft) 24 volts 0.82 be extended if required. Extensions must be of the appropriate gauge.

  • Page 48: Seatalk Hs Network

    Power supply Cable gauge Cable gauge Cable length voltage (AWM) You can connect a number of devices to the G-Series system using 5 to 10 m (16.4 to 12 volts a SeaTalk network. 32.8 ft) The following devices can be connected to the G-Series system...
  • Page 49 A62136 20 m (65.6 ft) SeaTalk patch cable E06057 Monitor connection Connect the G-Series monitors to both the GPM processor and the SeaTalk switch. 1. SeaTalk switch. Monitors may be connected to the GPM processor using either a 2.
  • Page 50 G-Series monitor), you must use 2 separate GPM processor units. There are 3 labels on your monitor containing the IP address. You will need to know the IP address when setting up the G-Series G-Series Monitor cables system and associated monitors.
  • Page 51 Wired keyboard connections Cable Part number Notes Wired keyboards are connected to the G-Series system using the 10 m (32.8 ft) SeaTalk E06056 SeaTalk backbone. patch cable 15 m (49.2 ft) SeaTalk A62036 patch cable 20 m (65.6) SeaTalk E06057...
  • Page 52 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. WPTS JK L PAGE MENU RANGE ENTER PQRS WXY Z ACTIVE DAT A DODGE ST ANDBY...
  • Page 53 6. SeaTalk charge cable. Wireless base station connections 7. Wireless base station unit. The wireless base station connects to the G-Series system via the SeaTalk backbone. The connections inside the wireless base station unit are as follows: The charge point must also be connected to the SeaTalk backbone.
  • Page 54 Wireless base station connection to SeaTalk Cable Part number Notes 1 m (3.3 ft) SeaTalk A06043 Supplied with the spur cable (bare ends) wireless base station. 3 m (9.8 ft) SeaTalk A06044 D11818-1 spur cable (bare ends) 1. White. G-Series installation instructions...
  • Page 55 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. Video source connected Video source is shared...
  • Page 56 GVM video module connections SeaT alk D11820-1 G-Series installation instructions...
  • Page 57 S-Video input). If a thermal camera is connected to a 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).
  • Page 58 Digital radar scanners connect to the G-Series system via the SeaTalk SeaTalk 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.
  • Page 59 Digital open array radar scanner connection 3. SeaTalk switch. 4. VCM100 power converter. 5. Power and data digital cable. D11825-1 1. Digital open array radar scanner. 2. GPM processor unit. Cables and connections...
  • Page 60 Digital radar cable extension If required you can use a Raymarine digital radar extension cable. D11687-1 D11687-3 1. Power and data digital scanner cable extension. Note: For Digital Open Array radar scanners, the power connections on the power and data digital cable MUST be 2.
  • Page 61 Digital radar cables Radar power and data digital extension cables These cables extend the power and data digital cables for a You will need a dedicated radar power and data digital cable and scanner’s power and data connections. SeaTalk network cables to connect your scanner to your system. Cable Part number Connection...
  • Page 62 GVM video module. SeaT alk D11829-1 1. GPM processor unit. 2. SeaTalk switch. 3. DSM sonar. The G-Series system can be used with the following DSM units: • DSM30 G-Series installation instructions...
  • Page 63 • You can control the thermal camera using your G-Series keyboard. The Joystick Control Unit (JCU) is optional, but can be used in conjunction with the G-Series system to control the thermal camera if required. • You can only connect 1 thermal camera to each GVM video module in your G-Series system.
  • Page 64 Raymarine website (www.raymarine.com) for latest Cable Part number software versions. 15 m (49.2 ft) SeaTalk patch cable A62136 • For further information regarding the camera’s installation (including connections and mounting), refer to the installation 20 m (65.6 ft) SeaTalk...

  • Page 65: Seatalk Ng Connection

    3.7 SeaTalk connection Typical SeaTalk system The G-Series system can connect to SeaTalk networks. The G-Series system uses SeaTalk to communicate with: CANCEL ENTER CANCEL ENTER MENU MENU • SeaTalk instruments (e.g. ST70). • SeaTalk autopilots (e.g. ST70 with SmartPilot SPX course computer).
  • Page 66 12 V power supply. This may be 14. GPM processor unit. provided from: • Raymarine equipment with a regulated 12 V supply. (e.g. a Note: A terminator is required at each end of the backbone cable SmartPilot SPX course computer) run to ensure correct data transmission through the SeaTalk network.

  • Page 67: Seatalk Connection

    3.8 SeaTalk connection The SeaTalk connection is used to receive data from Raymarine SeaTalk-compatible devices. • 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 instruments).
  • Page 68 Note: The alarm output is rated for 250 milliamp maximum load (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.

  • Page 69: Nmea 0183 Connection

    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.
  • Page 70 Multiple NMEA devices You may connect NMEA devices to any GPM processor unit, D11832-1 including the master GPM. You should only connect 1 device of any particular type to the G-Series system (including any connected Item Description Color Pin number data bus or networked electronics).

  • Page 71: Nmea 2000 Connection

    3.10 NMEA 2000 connection NMEA 0183 cables Cables for connecting NMEA 0183 devices to the G-Series system. The system can receive data from NMEA 2000 devices (for example, data from compatible engines). The NMEA 2000 connection is Cable Part number...

  • Page 72: Gps Connection

    3.11 GPS connection NMEA 2000 cables Cables for connecting NMEA 2000 devices to the G-Series system Depending upon your GPS type it may be either connected via via the SeaTalk network. SeaTalk or NMEA 0183. Cable Part number See also 1.5 m (4.9 ft) SeaTalk...

  • Page 73: Ais Connection

    3.12 AIS connection Connection using NMEA 0183 A compatible AIS can be connected using SeaTalk or NMEA 0183. Connection using SeaTalk SeaT alk ng NM EA 0183 (4800) D11834-1 1. GPM processor unit. 2. AIS500 transceiver. NM EA0183 (38400) D11835-1 1.

  • Page 74: Fastheading Connection

    2. Autopilot course computer. a dedicated Fastheading connection. The connection uses 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).

  • Page 75: Chapter 4 Location And Mounting

    • 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 •...

  • Page 76: Potential Ignition Source

    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. G-Series installation instructions...
  • Page 77 Parts supplied 1. GPM400 processor unit. 2. Documentation pack, including: • Multilingual CD (including End User License Agreement (EULA)). • Installation and commissioning instructions. • User reference. • Quick reference. • Cutting template 3. 1.5 m (4.9 ft) power cable. 4.
  • Page 78 Mounting clearances Allow the following clearances from other equipment and surfaces. Side Distance 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) G-Series installation instructions...

  • Page 79: G-Series Monitors

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

  • Page 80: G-Series Keyboard

    4.4 G-Series keyboard Parts supplied The G-Series system supports the following keyboards: • Command Center keyboard. • Compact keyboard. The Command Center keyboard (NOT Compact variant) can be installed for 2 different types of use: • Wired operation (flush mounted).
  • Page 81 Parts supplied 1. Sun cover. 2. Compact keyboard. 3. Panel seal. 4. Rear clamp assembly. 5. Installation instructions. 6. 400 mm (15.75 in) SeaTalk backbone cable. 7. 1 m (3.3 ft) SeaTalk / NMEA2000 spur cable. 8. Finger nut (quantity: 4). 9.
  • Page 82 163 mm (6.4 in) D11399-1 G-Series installation instructions...
  • Page 83 Mounting arrangement 1. Sun cover. 2. Keyboard. 3. Panel seal (adhesive side up). 4. SeaTalk cable. 5. Rear clamp assembly. 6. Finger nut (quantity: 4). 7. Stud (quantity: 4). Location and mounting...
  • Page 84 T-piece connector. 7. Screw pack, containing: • Finger nut (quantity: 4) • Stud (quantity: 4) 8. 400 mm (15.75 in) SeaTalk backbone cable. 9. 1 m (3.3 ft) SeaTalk / NMEA2000 spur cable. Dimensions Command Center keyboard dimensions. G-Series installation instructions...
  • Page 85 297 mm (11.69 in) D11871-1 Location and mounting...
  • Page 86 Mounting arrangement 1. Sun cover. 2. Keyboard. 3. Panel seal (adhesive side up). 4. SeaTalk cable. 5. Rear clamp assembly. 6. Finger nut (quantity: 4). 7. Stud (quantity: 4). G-Series installation instructions...

  • Page 87: Command Center Keyboard Wireless 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...
  • Page 88 Parts supplied Dimensions 36 mm (1.42 in) 1. SeaTalk wireless base station. D11880-1 2. Installation instructions. 3. SeaTalk T-piece connector. 4. 400 mm (15.75 in) SeaTalk backbone cable. 5. 1 m (3.3 ft) SeaTalk spur cable (stripped ends). G-Series installation instructions...
  • Page 89 5. Screw pack, consisting of: • Select a location that is within sight of G-Series monitors so that • Allen head M3 screw (quantity: 4) you can operate the system while the keyboard is charging.
  • Page 90 5. Gasket. Ensure protective cover is removed from each side of gasket. 6. Washer. 7. Charge plug. 8. Charge plug requires a 25 mm diameter hole. Installing the battery 1. Fit the connector cover to the keyboard’s rear cover: 25 mm (1 in) G-Series installation instructions...
  • Page 91 2. Fit the battery, taking care to avoid contamination of the cover seal. 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.

  • Page 92: Gvm400 Video Module

    • Install below decks in a dry area. • Must be mounted on a vertical surface. Sides and top must be level. 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. G-Series installation instructions...
  • Page 93 Dimensions Mounting arrangement 56 mm (2.2 in) 237 mm (9.33 in) Location and mounting...

  • Page 94: Alarm Buzzer

    • Do NOT install near sources of heat or vibration (for example, an engine). • Mount below decks in a dry area. • Install on a vertical surface. Parts supplied D11885-1 Mounting arrangement 1. Alarm buzzer. D11886-1 G-Series installation instructions...

  • Page 95: Chapter 5 Initial Power On Test

    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...

  • Page 96: Before Powering Up

    Turn on breakers • All G-Series equipment has been installed and connected in Turn on the power to the equipment at the distribution panel: accordance with the G-Series installation instructions.
  • Page 97 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).
  • Page 98 G-Series installation instructions...

  • Page 99: Chapter 6 Initial Setup

    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 •...

  • Page 100: Command Center Keyboard Layout

    6.1 Command Center Keyboard layout The command center keyboard provides controls for all aspects of the G-Series system. WPTS PAGE MENU JK L ENTER ACTIVE DAT A PQRS WXY Z DODGE ST ANDBY PIL OT CANCEL D10547-2 1. Power key 2.

  • Page 101: Compact Keyboard Layout

    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.

  • Page 102: Designating The Data Master (Master Gpm)

    5. Select the SET AS MASTER softkey. 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. G-Series installation instructions...

  • Page 103: Assigning A Monitor To A Nav Station

    Use the ADD RAY MONITOR softkey to select from the IP address, or the Raymarine monitors connected to your system; or IDENTIFY MONITOR ii. Use the ADD OTHER MONITOR softkey to select a softkey to display non-Raymarine monitor.

  • Page 104: Assigning A Keyboard To A Nav Station

    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. G-Series installation instructions...

  • Page 105: Chapter 7 System Checks

    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 •...

  • Page 106: Language Selection

    1. Press the MENU button to open the setup menu. 3. Select the Linearize Compass softkey. 2. Select the System Setup > Language menu. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. 3. Select from the languages available. 5. Use the rotary control to fine-tune the heading alignment. G-Series installation instructions...

  • Page 107: Compass Bar

    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).

  • Page 108: Gps Check

    Your position is also displayed in the data bar under VES POS. Note: A solid circle on the chart indicates that neither heading nor Course Over Ground (COG) data is available. G-Series installation instructions...

  • Page 109: Radar Check

    7.6 Radar check Item Description Sky view — a visual representation of the position of tracked Warning: Radar scanner safety satellites. Before rotating the radar scanner, ensure all personnel 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.
  • Page 110 You should check Target object (such as a buoy) dead ahead. the bearing alignment for any new installation. Target displayed on the radar display is not aligned with the Ship’s Heading Marker (SHM). Bearing alignment is required. G-Series installation instructions...

  • Page 111: Sonar Check

    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.

  • Page 112: Setting Up Autopilot, Ais And Navtex

    Further changes to the system set up can be made as required, the screen. however most other equipment will operate to a default level without further configuration. G-Series installation instructions...

  • Page 113: Thermal Camera Setup And Checks

    2. Select the PRESENTATION softkey. 3. Select the CONTRAST, BRIGHTNESS, or COLOR softkey, as If you want to view and control a thermal camera with your G-Series appropriate. system you must configure the GVM video module, using the thermal camera application.

  • Page 114: Video Setup

    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. G-Series installation instructions...
  • Page 115 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 Adjusting the audio volume for video sources In the video application: 1.

  • Page 116: Data Checks

    • 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: G-Series installation instructions...

  • Page 117: System Setup Menu

    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.
  • Page 118 Manual Variation setting to specify the • Range: 0 to 30 degrees East or West compensation value that you want to use. This value is also transmitted to any other connected Raymarine instruments. • Language Determines the language that will be used for all on-screen text, labels, menus and options.
  • Page 119 (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...
  • Page 120 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) G-Series installation instructions...
  • Page 121 Menu item Description Options • 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 •...
  • Page 122 Navtex message list. Use the AIS 38400 option for AIS receivers. • DBT • DPT • GGA • GLL • GSA • MTW • MWV • RMA • RMB • RMC • RSD • RTE • TTM • VHW • VLW G-Series installation instructions...
  • Page 123 Menu item Description Options • 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.
  • Page 124 G-Series installation instructions...

  • Page 125: 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 •...

  • Page 126: Troubleshooting

    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.

  • Page 127: Power Up Troubleshooting

    8.2 Power up troubleshooting Problems at power up and their possible causes and solutions are described here. Problem Possible causes Possible solutions Power supply problem. The system (or part of it) does not start up. Check relevant fuses and breakers. Check that the power supply cable is sound and that all connections are tight and free from corrosion.

  • Page 128: G-Series Monitor Troubleshooting

    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.
  • Page 129 Check that monitor and associated GPM400 are both connected the SeaTalk switch. The monitor is not a Raymarine G-Series Only G-Series marine monitors are compatible with the SeaTalk network marine monitor. required for this functionality. A software mismatch may prevent Contact Raymarine technical support.

  • Page 130: Keyboard Troubleshooting

    / 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).

  • Page 131: Radar Troubleshooting

    Check the status of the SeaTalk switch. Check that SeaTalk 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...

  • Page 132: Gps Troubleshooting

    • 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. G-Series installation instructions...

  • Page 133: Sonar Troubleshooting

    (if applicable). Check that SeaTalk 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.

  • Page 134: Thermal Camera Troubleshooting

    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). G-Series installation instructions...
  • Page 135 (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.
  • Page 136 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. G-Series installation instructions...

  • Page 137: System Data Troubleshooting

    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 SeaTalk network problem Check that all required equipment is connected to the SeaTalk switch.

  • Page 138: Video Troubleshooting

    Check that SeaTalk 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.

  • Page 139: Hs Led Indications

    8.11 SeaTalk LED indications 8.12 GPM processor unit LED indications LED indications associated with the SeaTalk 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.

  • Page 140: Gvm Video Module Led Indications

    Unit can no longer poll input status. 4 flashing red LEDs. Flash write error. Video stopped. 6 flashing red LEDs. 7 flashing red LEDs. Video error. 8 flashing red LEDs, possibly followed Hardware read failure. by flashing amber. G-Series installation instructions...

  • Page 141: Dsm400 Sonar Led Indications

    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 <...
  • Page 142 G-Series installation instructions...

  • Page 143: Chapter 9 Technical Support

    Chapter 9: Technical support Chapter contents • 9.1 Raymarine customer support on page 144 • 9.2 3rd party support on page 145 Technical support...

  • Page 144: 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.

  • Page 145: 3Rd Party Support

    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 Technical support...
  • Page 146 G-Series installation instructions...

  • Page 147: Chapter 10 Technical Specification

    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 •...

  • Page 148: Gpm Processor Unit

    • 3 A at 12 V • SeaTalk • 1.5 A at 24 V • SeaTalk With external loads: • SeaTalk • 5 A at 12 V • Compact Flash • 2.5 A at 24 V • USB (software upgrade only) G-Series installation instructions...

  • Page 149: Gvm400 Video Module

    10.2 GVM400 video module Video output resolutions 2 x DVI video outputs (or VGA with 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 •...

  • Page 150: Command Center Keyboard

    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) G-Series installation instructions...

  • Page 151: Compact Keyboard

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

  • Page 152: Monitors

    • G120: 1200 cd/m • G150: 1200 cd/m • G170: 1300 cd/m • G190: 850 cd/m Contrast ratio • G120: 600:1 • G150: 600:1 • G170: 500:1 • G190: 800:1 Color display 24bit color (16.7 M colors) G-Series installation instructions...
  • Page 153 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), Data connections and video • 3 x VGA: 15 pin D-Sub Vertical: 110º (50/60) connections •...
  • Page 154 • G120: 4.6 kg (10 lb) • Relative humidity: max 95% • G150: 5.8 kg (12 lb) • Water proof to IPX6 (rating applies • G170: 6.4 kg (14 lb) to front of monitor). • G190: 7.3 kg (16 lb) G-Series installation instructions...

  • Page 155: Glass Bridge Monitor

    10.6 Glass bridge monitor Conformance Conformance • CE: 1999/5/EC, EN60945:2002 Technical specification • FCC: Part 80 (47CFR) and Part 2 (47CFR) Display Panel aspect ratio Panel sizes • GB150: 15” • GB170: 17” Native resolution • GB150: 1024 x 768 pixels •...
  • Page 156 • 2 x DVI: DVI-D • 1 x S-Video: 4 pin mini DIN • 3 x CVBS: BNC • 1 x SeaTalk : RJ-45 Power Nominal supply voltage 12 or 24 V dc Operating voltage range 10.7 to 32 V d G-Series installation instructions...
  • Page 157 Conformance Conformance • Europe: 2004/108/EC • Australia and New Zealand: C-Tick, Compliance Level 2 356.9 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...
  • Page 158 G-Series installation instructions...

  • Page 159: Chapter 11 Options And Accessories

    Chapter 11: Options and accessories Chapter contents • 11.1 SeaTalk accessories on page 160 • 11.2 SeaTalk accessories on page 160 • 11.3 SeaTalk accessories on page 161 • 11.4 Monitor accessories on page 163 • 11.5 NMEA 2000 accessories on page 163 •...

  • Page 160: Seatalk Accessories

    A06039 spur SeaTalk 3 m (9.8 ft) A06040 spur A06041 SeaTalk 5 m (16.4 ft) spur SeaTalk 0.4 m (1.3 ft) A06033 backbone SeaTalk 1 m (3.3 ft) A06034 backbone SeaTalk 3 m (9.8 ft) A06035 backbone G-Series installation instructions...

  • Page 161: Seatalk Hs Accessories

    11.3 SeaTalk accessories Description Part No Notes SeaTalk 5 m (16.4 ft) A06036 Radar power and data digital cables backbone These cables contain the wires for a scanner’s power and data SeaTalk 20 m (65.6 ft) A06037 connections. backbone Cable Part number SeaTalk - bare ends 1...
  • Page 162 E06055 E06056 10 m (32.8 ft) SeaTalk patch cable 15 m (49.2 ft) SeaTalk patch cable A62136 20 m (65.6 ft) SeaTalk patch cable E06057 Fully waterproof SeaTalk network cables Connect directly from display to display. G-Series installation instructions...

  • Page 163: Monitor Accessories

    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 E06021 A06046 5 m (16.4 ft) DVI to DVI 1.5 m (4.9 ft) SeaTalkng (digital) cable to DeviceNet male...

  • Page 164: Nmea 0183 Accessories

    1.5 m (4.9 ft) NMEA 1.5 m (4.9 ft) GVM400 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 G-Series installation instructions...

  • Page 165: Spare Parts

    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...
  • Page 166 Keyboard Charge Cable 2.5m STNG Bulkhead R08311 Mounting Cable Battery pack R08312 R08313 Allen Head M3 Screws (quantity: 4) Mounting Plate R08314 Connector Cover R08315 Mounting Screws (self R08316 tapping) (quantity: 3) Dust Cap R08317 Allen key R08338 G-Series installation instructions...

  • Page 167: Appendix A Nmea 0183 Sentences

    Appendix A NMEA 0183 sentences Recommended minimum specific GPS transit data The display supports the following NMEA 0183 sentences. These Course over ground and ground speed are applicable to NMEA 0183 and SeaTalk protocols. Time and date Transmit Wind speed and angle Autopilot b Routes sentence Bearing and distance to waypoint...
  • Page 168 Recommended minimum navigation information sentence Recommended minimum specific GPS transit data sentence Water speed and heading sentence Distance travelled through the water sentence Course over ground and ground speed sentence Cross track error measured sentence G-Series installation instructions...

  • Page 169: Appendix B Nmea 2000 Sentences

    Appendix B NMEA 2000 sentences The display supports the following NMEA 2000 sentences. These are applicable to NMEA 2000, SeaTalk and SeaTalk 2 protocols. Message number Message description Transmit Receive Bridge ● ● ● 59392 ISO Acknowledgment ● 59904 ISO Request ●...
  • Page 170 ● 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 G-Series installation instructions...
  • Page 171 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 NMEA 2000 sentences...

  • Page 172: Appendix C Connectors And Pinouts

    No power required for interface Signal Signal +12V Screen CanH Not connected CanL Not connected SeaTalk (not connected) Note: Use only Raymarine cables when connecting to SeaTalk Not connected Not connected Note: Use only Raymarine cables when connecting to SeaTalk G-Series installation instructions...
  • Page 173 Appendix D Nav Station schematics Br idge nav Br idge EXAM PLE ONLY Nav station name Nav station location Display 2 (if applicable) Display 1 Name Name Br idge - Le f t Br idge - Right Location Location Br idge Br idge IP address (When on SeaTalk only)
  • Page 174 Wireless (delete as appropriate) SeaT alk GPM 400 processor SeaT alk switch GPM 400 processor Serial Number Serial number Serial number Location Location Location M aster GPM (delete as appropriate) M aster GPM (delete as appropriate) D10029-1 G-Series installation instructions...
  • Page 175 Nav station information Nav station name Nav station location Display 1 Display 2 (if applicable) Name Name Location Location IP address (When on SeaTalk only) IP address (When on SeaTalk only) Video connection (delete as appropriate) Video connection (delete as appropriate) DVI / VG A DVI / VG A SeaT alk...
  • Page 176 Wireless (delete as appropriate) SeaT alk GPM 400 processor SeaT alk switch GPM 400 processor Serial Number Serial number Serial number Location Location Location M aster GPM (delete as appropriate) M aster GPM (delete as appropriate) D10029-1 G-Series installation instructions...
  • Page 177 Nav station information Nav station name Nav station location Display 1 Display 2 (if applicable) Name Name Location Location IP address (When on SeaTalk only) IP address (When on SeaTalk only) Video connection (delete as appropriate) Video connection (delete as appropriate) DVI / VG A DVI / VG A SeaT alk...
  • Page 178 M aster GPM Location M aster GPM M aster GPM (delete as appropriate) (delete as appropriate) (delete as appropriate) (delete as appropriate) YE S / NO YE S / NO YE S / NO YE S / NO D11889-1 G-Series installation instructions...
  • Page 179 Nav station information Nav station name Nav station location Name Location Name Location Name Location Name Location IP address (when on SeaTalk only) IP address (when on SeaTalk only) IP address (when on SeaTalk only) IP address (when on SeaTalk only) Video Video...
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