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Do NOT connect or disconnect Disclaimer equipment with the power switched on, unless instructed in Raymarine does not warrant that this product is error-free or that it is this document. compatible with products manufactured by any person or entity other than Raymarine.
• If a ferrite has to be removed for any purpose (e.g. installation or correctly. maintenance), it must be replaced in the original position before the product is used. • Use only ferrites of the correct type, supplied by Raymarine® or its authorized dealers.
3.1 Product overview 3.2 Required additional components The Raymarine® RNS-5 network switch enables you to connect and share Network switches must be used in conjunction with the following items, data between multiple devices featuring a RayNet connector (or RJ45 / available separately from Raymarine®...
Example: typical system Your network switch is compatible with the following network devices: • Any Raymarine® products featuring RayNet connectors can be connected to the network switch via the use of a RayNet to RayNet network cable. • Any Raymarine® products featuring RJ45 (SeaTalkhs ®) connectors can be connected to the network switch via the use of a RayNet to RJ45 (SeaTalkhs ®) network adapter cable.
• Current rating — refer to the appropriate Power connection section of this Item Description Quantity document for further details. RNS-5 Network Switch Documentation pack Fixing screws (M4, 8.94 x 25 mm) Power cable (1.5 m (4.9 ft))
5.1 Product dimensions • A = 286.00 mm (11.26 in). • B = 72.65 mm (2.86 in). • C = 55.50 mm (2.19 in). • D = 270.70 mm (10.66 in). • E = 7.65 mm (0.30 in). • F = 34.33 mm (1.35 in).
For optimum EMC performance we recommend that wherever possible: • Mounting surface — Ensure product is adequately supported on a secure • Raymarine® equipment and cables connected to it are: surface. Do not mount units or cut holes in places which may damage –...
6.5 Connections to other equipment Requirement for ferrites on non-Raymarine cables: If your Raymarine equipment is to be connected to other equipment using a cable not supplied by Raymarine, a suppression ferrite MUST always be attached to the cable near the Raymarine unit.
7.1 Tools required Product installation requires the following tools: 1. Prepare the mounting surface: i. Fix the supplied mounting template to the chosen location, using masking or self-adhesive tape. Power drill ii. Drill 2 holes as indicated on the template to accept the fixings. 2.
– High current carrying AC and DC power lines. • Unless otherwise stated only use cables supplied by Raymarine. – Antennas. • Where it is necessary to use non-Raymarine cables, ensure that they are of correct quality and gauge for their intended purpose. (e.g.: longer power Strain relief...
• Use only ferrites of the correct type, supplied by Raymarine® or its Example: typical system authorized dealers. • Where an installation requires multiple ferrites to be added to a cable, additional cable clips should be used to prevent stress on the connectors due to the extra weight of the cable.
Example: daisy-chain connection scenario Thermal camera. Note: 2. RNS-5 Network Switch. If daisy-chaining 4 or more network switches together within a system, it 3. Radar scanner. is recommended that one network switch is used as a central connection 4.
For further information on additional cabling options, refer to the following section: p.47 — Spares and accessories The RNS-5 network switch includes the following connections: 8.5 Network cable connector types Note: The network switch is supplied with protective caps fitted to the RayNet There are 3 types of network cable connectors —...
Equipment is connected to the network switch using either a RayNet cable or a RayNet to RJ45, or RJ45 (SeaTalkhs ®) adapter cable. The following section provides examples of 3 different connection scenarios that may be applicable when connecting your equipment to the RNS-5 Network Switch: Connection to equipment featuring RayNet connectors: p.30 —...
Important: • When planning and wiring, take into consideration other products in RNS-5 Network Switch. your system, some of which (e.g. sonar modules) may place large power 2. 1.5 m (4.9 ft) Power cable (supplied). demand peaks on the vessel’s electrical system, which may impact the voltage available to other products during the peaks.
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Implementation — connection to distribution panel (Recommended) Item Description Waterproof fuse holder containing a suitably-rated inline fuse must be fitted. For suitable fuse rating, refer to: Inline fuse and thermal breaker ratings. Product power cable. Drain wire connection point. Item Description •...
available), or the battery’s negative terminal. For more information, refer Suitable for a vessel without a common grounding point. In this case, the p.36 — Power cable drain wire connection power cable’s drain wire should be connected directly to the battery’s negative terminal.
• for runs of <1 m (3 ft), use 6 mm2 (10 AWG) or greater. Important: • for runs of >1 m (3 ft), use 8 mm2 (8 AWG) or greater. Be aware that some products in your system (such as sonar modules) can create voltage peaks at certain times, which may impact the voltage In any grounding system, always keep the length of connecting braid or available to other products during the peaks.
Incorrect power connection and operation of your product. The power supply may be wired incorrectly, ensure the installation Before packing and shipping, all Raymarine® products are subjected to instructions have been followed. comprehensive testing and quality assurance programs. If you do experience...
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Port speed / activity LEDs (1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5) LED Indication LED Status and required action (Green) 1,000 Mbits/s Ethernet Active (no transfer) • Normal operation — no user action is required. (Green) 1,000 Mbits/s Ethernet Active (transferring) •...
12.1 Service and maintenance This product contains no user serviceable components. Please refer all maintenance and repair to authorized Raymarine dealers. Unauthorized repair may affect your warranty. 12.2 Routine equipment checks It is recommended that you perform the following routine checks, on a regular basis, to ensure the correct and reliable operation of your equipment: •...
Raymarine offers dedicated service departments for warranty, service, and • E-Mail: support.it@raymarine.com repairs. • Tel: +39 02 9945 1001 Don’t forget to visit the Raymarine website to register your product for Spain (Authorized Raymarine distributor): extended warranty benefits: http://www.raymarine.co.uk/display/?id=788. • E-Mail: sat@azimut.es United Kingdom (UK), EMEA, and Asia Pacific: •...
Raymarine regularly runs a range of in-depth training courses to help you • E-Mail: support.dk@raymarine.com make the most of your products. Visit the Training section of the Raymarine • Tel: +45 437 164 64 website for more information: Russia (Authorized Raymarine distributor): •...
15.2 Accessories RayNet to RayNet cables and connectors Standard RayNet connection cable with a RayNet (female) socket on both ends. 2. Right-angle RayNet connection cable with a straight RayNet (female) socket on one end, and a right-angle RayNet (female) socket on the other end. Suitable for connecting at 90°...
RayNet to RJ45, and RJ45 (SeaTalkhs) adapter cables...
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Adapter cable with a RayNet (female) socket on one end, and a waterproof (female) RJ45 (SeaTalkhs ®) socket on the other end, accepting the following cables with an RJ45 (SeaTalkhs ®) waterproof locking (male) plug: • A62245 (1.5 m). • A62246 (15 m). 2.
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Index Mounting template.................11 Accessories ..................... 49 Electromagnetic Compatibility............. 7, 20 Network adapter cables ..............50 EMC, See Electromagnetic Compatibility Network cables..................49 RayNet cables..................49 Applicable products ..................11 Ignition Protection ...................20 Installation Best practice ..................35 Cable Mounting....................22 Interference Bend radius..................25 Compass....................21 Protection ....................
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