Raymarine SeaTalk-SeaTalk ng Handbook - 3.4 System Checks
• other equipment and cables,
• high current carrying ac and dc power lines,
• antennae.
Strain relief
Ensure adequate strain relief is provided. Protect connectors from
strain and ensure they will not pull out under extreme sea conditions.
Cable shielding
Ensure that all data cables are properly shielded that the cable
shielding is intact (e.g. hasn’t been scraped off by being squeezed
through a tight area).
3.4 System checks
After connection of the SeaTalk - SeaTalk
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converter it is advisable
to perform checks on the data shared around the system.
Typical checks should include:
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Check your GPS position
. At a known location check that the
GPS position is accurately shown on all displays and appropriate
instruments.
•
Calibrate wind, speed, depth etc.
Ensure that instrument
data is accurate and is available at all appropriate displays and
instruments.
•
LifeTag MOB functional test
. Check that the LifeTag system
generates the appropriate warnings / alarms at all appropriate
displays and instruments.
•
Autopilot test
. Check that the autopilot operates as expected
and that heading information is available at all appropriate
displays and instruments.
All checks should be performed in a safe and familiar environment
and in accordance with the instructions supplied with each product.
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