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Raymarine ST70 User's Reference Manual

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Document reference: 81284-1
Date: June 2007

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  • Page 1 ST70 Instrument User Reference Manual Document reference: 81284-1 Date: June 2007...
  • Page 2 Raymarine, SeaTalk, SeaTalk and SeaTalk are trademarks of Raymarine plc © Book contents copyright Raymarine plc...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    EMC conformance ....................iii Certified installation ....................iii Product documents ....................iii Product disposal ......................iv Waste Electrical and Electronic (WEEE) Directive ........iv Chapter 1:ST70 General Information ..............1 1.1 ST70 Operating Principles ................1 Controls......................1 Setup functions....................2 First use after installation ................2 Instruments requiring commissioning ............
  • Page 4 ST70 Instrument User Reference Manual 2.2 Seatrial calibration ..................17 WARNING: Ensure you have sufficient sea room for calibration17 Preliminary procedures................. 18 Wind transducer setup.................. 18 Linearization ..................... 18 Alignment ....................19 Calibrate wind speed ................20 Speed calibration ..................20 Start speed calibration ................

  • Page 5: Preface

    ST70 Operating Guide. Comprises a series of individual operating cards, which provide day-to-day operating and setting up procedures. Intended for all users. • ST70 User Reference Manual (this document). Intended for users in general and commissioning personnel in particular. It describes: •...

  • Page 6: Product Disposal

    Routine maintenance instructions • Troubleshooting instructions • ST70 Installation Guide. Describes how to fit an ST70 instrument and connect it to an operating system. Intended for installers. Additional information on Raymarine SeaTalk systems is given in the SeaTalk Reference Manual.

  • Page 7: Chapter 1:St70 General Information

    The actual information available depends on what information is present on the system, i.e. what transducers are connected. The ST70 instrument displays information on individual operational pages. Eight pages are available, and you can scroll from page to page by using the buttons.

  • Page 8: Setup Functions

    CANCEL changes, press First use after installation When an ST70 instrument is first switched on after installation, what you see is dependent on whether the instrument requires commissioning or not. Instruments requiring commissioning If the ST70 instrument is NOT part of a SeaTalk...

  • Page 9: Instruments Not Requiring Commissioning

    D9777-1 Figure 1-1: Initial setup Instruments not requiring commissioning If the ST70 instrument is part of a SeaTalk system in which at least one other ST70 instrument is already working, then an operational page is displayed at initial switch on and you can use the instrument immediately. In this case, the new instrument will...

  • Page 10: Normal Operation

    ST70 Instrument User Reference Manual Normal operation A summary of the day-to-day operating and setup functions is shown in Figure 1-2: Normal operation. Detailed operating instructions are given in the ST70 Instrument Operating Guide. Hold down Normal Operation POWER ON...

  • Page 11: Day-To-Day Setting Up

    Chapter 1: ST70 General Information Day-to-day setting up Instructions for setting up many of the ST70 Instrument parameters are given in the ST70 Instrument Operating Guide and are not repeated here. Other setup procedures are carried out during Commissioning to set: •...

  • Page 12: Power Protocol

    Note: if an instrument is part of a system in which at least one other ST70 instrument is already set up and working, you do not need to commission it. Refer to the ST70 Instrument Operating Guide for instructions on how to use the ST70...

  • Page 13: Chapter 2:Commissioning Procedures

    Chapter 2: Commissioning Procedures Chapter 2: Commissioning Procedures Before an ST70 instrument is used for the first time, it must be commissioned in accordance with the instructions in this chapter, to carry out: • Dockside setup followed by • Seatrial calibration.

  • Page 14: Initial Setup

    The Time and Date values and the data Units considered most appropriate for the Language and Vessel Type you chose, are then automatically applied to your ST70 system and an automatic check of system parameters is carried out.

  • Page 15: Setting Date Format

    Chapter 2: Commissioning Procedures If you want to accept the Time & Date values: Time & Date 1. Select the Continue option (if necessary use < or >). ENTER 2. Press to proceed to the Units summary page. Continue 3. Proceed from Data units (below). If you want to change any Time &...

  • Page 16: Setting Local Time

    ST70 Instrument User Reference Manual Setting local time To set the instrument time to your local time. Time & Date < > 1. At the Time & Date setup menu, use select the Set time offset option, then press ENTER , to display the Set time offset page.

  • Page 17: Leaving Units Setup

    Chapter 2: Commissioning Procedures Check the information on the Units summary pages. ENTER With the second Units summary page displayed, press to display the Units setup menu. If you want to accept all data Units as currently set: Units 1. Select the Continue option (if necessary use < or >).

  • Page 18: Warning: Ensure You Use The Correct Depth Offset

    ST70 Instrument User Reference Manual WARNING: Ensure you use the correct depth offset The use of the correct depth offset is critical to the safety of the vessel. If an incorrect offset value is applied, this could result in misleading depth information being displayed with a consequent risk of running aground.
  • Page 19 Chapter 2: Commissioning Procedures ENTER 4. Press to display the Transducer Setup Transducer Setup start search page. ST70 will now search ENTER 5. Press again, to initiate a system search the network for transducers. Press for transducers. CANCEL to stop.

  • Page 20: Set Water Temperature

    5. Using a suitable thermometer, measure the < > water temperature, then use to set the ° correct temperature value at the ST70 instrument. ENTER Adjust temperature until reads 6. Press to accept the value and return to actual sea temperature the Speed transducer menu.

  • Page 21: Set Ground Wind

    Chapter 2: Commissioning Procedures Set ground wind You can choose either Speed Over Ground (SOG) or Speed Through Water (STW) from which to derive the ground wind speed. To set the required method: Advanced Options 1. With the Advanced Options menu displayed, <...

  • Page 22: Changing Response Rate

    ST70 Instrument User Reference Manual < > 4. Use to select the required mode: • Select ON if you want to set a value for variation. if you choose this mode, the value you set will be applied to the rest of the system.

  • Page 23: Ending Dockside Setup

    When the dockside calibration procedures are complete, navigate to a place where you have plenty of sea room then carry out the seatrial calibration procedures. These set the ST70 instrument so it gives an optimum performance with the system transducers. The seatrial calibration comprises: •...

  • Page 24: Preliminary Procedures

    ST70 Instrument User Reference Manual Preliminary procedures To carry out any seatrial calibration procedure, switch on the instrument, then when an operational page is displayed: MENU 1. Press to select the Main Menu. Advanced Options < > 2. Use to select Advanced Options.

  • Page 25: Alignment

    Chapter 2: Commissioning Procedures < > 3. Use to scroll to the Calibrate Vane option. Wind Calibrate Vane Raymarine Serial no. 100030 Press ENTER to select. ENTER 4. Press to select the Calibrate Vane start Calibrate Vane screen. 5. Keeping the boat speed below 2 knots and...

  • Page 26: Calibrate Wind Speed

    AWS value Speed calibration The object of speed calibration is to ensure that the speed readings at the ST70 instruments are true indications of the boat speed, ideally over the speed range of the vessel, i.e. from stationary to top speed.

  • Page 27: Start Speed Calibration

    1. With the Transducers Found menu displayed Transducers Found (see Preliminary procedures on page 18), use < > to scroll to the Speed option. Speed Raymarine Serial no. 100031 Press ENTER to select. ENTER 2. Press to select the Speed transducer Speed setup menu.

  • Page 28: Manual Calibration

    ST70 Instrument User Reference Manual < > 6. Use to select the next calibration speed. 7. Repeat Set to SOG steps 2 to 6, until calibration factor values have been set for all calibration speeds. ENTER 8. Press to save the values and return to the Speed transducer setup menu.

  • Page 29: Return To Normal Operation

    When the dockside setup and seatrial calibration have been completed, and you have returned to normal operation, your ST70 instrument is ready for use. Refer to the ST70 Operating Guide for instructions on how to use it on a day-to-day basis.
  • Page 30 ST70 Instrument User Reference Manual...

  • Page 31: Chapter 3:Setup Procedures

    The time/date format. See below. • The local time. See below. Other setup procedures likely to be useful on a day-to-day basis are given in your ST70 Instrument Operating Guide. These procedures include: • Changing the screen brightness level. •...

  • Page 32: Caution: Vessel Type Setting Also Affects Other Parameters

    2. Press to return to the operational page. Changing the time/date format Note: Date and time information is available only if the ST70 instrument is receiving GPS data. To change the format of either the time or date display: MENU <...

  • Page 33: Setting Time Format

    CANCEL exits without saving. Note: If you want to set the correct local time, refer to the Press ENTER to accept ST70 Instrument Operation Guide. Setting date format < > 1. At the Time & Date menu, use...
  • Page 34 ST70 Instrument User Reference Manual...

  • Page 35: Chapter 4:Maintenance & Troubleshooting

    Servicing and safety Unless specific instructions are given to the contrary, Raymarine equipment should be serviced only by authorized Raymarine service technicians. They will ensure that service procedures and replacement parts used will not affect performance. Some products generate high voltages, so never handle the cables/connectors when power is being supplied to the equipment.

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    In the unlikely event that you encounter problems using your ST70 instrument, use this section to resolve the situation. First considerations If your ST70 is not performing as you think it should, be sure you are operating correctly as described in the ST70 Operating Guide, supplied with the instrument. Then: •...
  • Page 37 Chapter 4: Maintenance & Troubleshooting ST70 user troubleshooting Nothing on Chart 1 screen Are the instrument buttons back-lit? Is power on at any other * The system to which the instrument is connected product in the system?* (either SeaTalk, SeaTalk or SeaTalk )
  • Page 38 ST70 Instrument User Reference Manual ST70 user troubleshooting Chart 2 Data missing Is the display lit? Refer to Chart 1 Are some data types present? Are the same data types missing from more than one product in the system? Ensure all system...

  • Page 39: Using About Display Feature

    Chapter 4: Maintenance & Troubleshooting ST70 user troubleshooting Garbled information Chart 3 on screen Are other instruments in system working OK? Ensure all system connections are satisfactory. Is problem still present? Use the About Display feature to get product information.

  • Page 40: Technical Support

    Please visit the Customer Support area of our web site at: www.raymarine.com As well as providing a comprehensive Frequently Asked Questions section and servicing information, the web site gives e-mail access to the Raymarine Technical Support Department and a details of the locations of Raymarine agents, worldwide.

  • Page 41: Telephone Help Line

    Chapter 4: Maintenance & Troubleshooting Telephone help line If you do not have access to the world wide web, please call the Raymarine help line. In the USA, call: • +1 800 539 5539, extension 2444 or • +1 603 881 5200 extension 2444 In the UK, Europe the Middle East or the Far East, call: •...
  • Page 42 ST70 Instrument User Reference Manual...

  • Page 43: Specification

    Specification Supply voltage: Nominal 12 V dc Maximum 16 V dc Minimum 9 V dc Absolute maximum: 18 V dc Current: Nominal dependent on screen brightness Maximum Not more than 220 mA Dimensions (excluding studs) 4.33 in W x 4.53 in H x 1.28 in D (110 mm x 115 mm x 32.5 mm) Connections Two SeaTalk Operating temperature...
  • Page 44 ST70 Instrument User Reference Manual...

  • Page 45: Glossary

    Glossary Abbreviation Description Apparent Wind Angle Apparent Wind Speed Course Over Ground Electromagnetic Compatibility Global Positioning System HDOP Horizontal Dilution Of Position Human Machine Interface (see MMI) Multi-Function Display Man Machine Interface (see HMI) Man Overboard NGCC New Generation Course Computer Speed Over Ground Speed Through Water True Wind Angle...
  • Page 46 ST70 Instrument User Reference Manual...

  • Page 47: Index

    Index EMC conformance, 23 About Display function, 33 EMC information, iii Enhanced warranty, iii Cable checking, 29 Certified installation, iii Glossary, 39 Cleaning, 29 Ground wind calculation, 15 Commissioning dockside setup data units, 10 Help lines, 35 date format, 9 depth offset, 11 ground wind calculation, 15 Initial setup, 2, 8...
  • Page 48 ST70 User Reference Manual Servicing, 29 Setup Technical support, 34 data units, 10 Time format, 9, 26 date format, 9, 26 Troubleshooting, 30 depth offset, 11, 12 charts, 30 ground wind calculation, 15 symptoms, 30 initial, 2, 8 data missing from screen, 31...

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