Summary of ST70 Instrument

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    St70 autopilot controller installation guide document reference: 87071-1 date: 17th march 2007 87071-1.Book page i monday, april 21, 2008 3:34 pm.

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    Ii 87071-1.Book page ii monday, april 21, 2008 3:34 pm.

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    Iii contents chapter 1:before you begin ............................................................................. 1 1.1 installation overview .............................................................................. 1 1.2 certified installation .................................................

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    Iv 87071-1.Book page iv monday, april 21, 2008 3:34 pm.

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    Preface v contents preface warnings and cautions as correct performance of the boat’s steering is critical for safety, we strongly recommend that an authorized raymarine service representative fits this product. You will only receive full warranty benefits if you can show that an authorized raymarin...

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    Vi emc installation guidelines raymarine equipment and accessories conform to the appropriate electromagnetic compatibility (emc) regulations. This minimizes electromagnetic interference between equipment, which could otherwise affect the performance of your system. Correct installation is required ...

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    Preface vii product disposal waste electrical and electronic (weee) directive the weee directive requires the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. Whilst the weee directive does not apply to some of raymarine's products, we support its policy and ask you to be aware of how to disp...

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    Chapter 1: before you begin 1 chapter 1: before you begin the st70 autopilot controller is the interface to your autopilot system. It must be installed correctly following the instructions in this guide. For a safe and successful installation, we recommend a certified installation. 1.1 installation ...

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    2 help us to help you when requesting service, please quote as much of the following product information as possible: • product type • model number • serial number • software issue number 1.4 product documents the following documents are available from www.Raymarine.Com/handbooks to help you install...

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    Chapter 2: planning 3 chapter 2: planning 2.1 system overviews the st70 autopilot controller is connected to the boat’s data system, which could be seatalk ng or seatalk. Seatalk ng the diagram below shows how the st70 controller fits into a typical seatalk ng system. Typical seatalk ng system with ...

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    4 seatalk ng system structures and load limitations there are restrictions on cable lengths, power location and the number of components you may connect to a seatalk ng system. For complete information on seatalk ng connectivity, refer to the seatalk ng reference manual supplied with the seatalk ng ...

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    Chapter 2: planning 5 2.2 positioning the st70 autopilot controller caution: the autopilot controller must be placed a safe distance from equipment that could adversely effect its performance. Refer to the emc guidelines on. • there must be sufficient space to mount the autopilot controller. • there...

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    6 the diagram below shows dimension measurements for the st70 controller. D10400-1 st70 dimensions 24 mm (0.95 in) 24 mm (0.95 in) 6.5 mm (0.25 in) surface mount flush mount 110 mm (4.33 in) 104 mm (4.1 in) 115 mm (4.53 in) 90 mm (3.54 in) 87071-1.Book page 6 monday, april 21, 2008 3:34 pm.

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    Chapter 2: planning 7 2.3 parts supplied dxxxx-1 st70 autopilot controller panel seal stud (x 4) seatalkng blanking plug (x 1) finger nut (x 4) sun cover mounting bracket seatalk ng to seatalk 400 mm cable seatalk ng 400 mm cable 87071-1.Book page 7 monday, april 21, 2008 3:34 pm.

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    8 2.4 parts not supplied the st70 autopilot controller is connected to a seatalk or seatalk ng data system. To install the controller to your system correctly, you may require additional cables and connectors. Optional cabling and connectors depending on the location of your st70 autopilot controlle...

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    Chapter 3: installation 9 chapter 3: installation read chapter 1 of this book before you continue. This will help you to: • identify the correct installation location and appropriate network connection point. • obtain the appropriate tools and connecting cables. Caution: for safety reasons your boat...

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    10 seatalk systems: • label both ends of the seatalk ng -to-seatalk adaptor cable, and attach it to an existing instrument or connect it to a connector block on the system. • route the cable to the location in which you plan to mount the st70 controller. Note: check that the cable reaches the requir...

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    Chapter 3: installation 11 3. Fit gaskets and brackets note: stick the self-adhesive side of the gasket to the instrument, not to the mounting location. Surface mounting d10404-1 self adhesive side 87071-1.Book page 11 monday, april 21, 2008 3:34 pm.

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    12 flush mounting d10403-1 self adhesive side 87071-1.Book page 12 monday, april 21, 2008 3:34 pm.

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    Chapter 3: installation 13 4. Attach connection cable to the controller 5. Final fix • ensure the controller is mounted securely. 3.2 commissioning the autopilot must be commissioned prior to use. For new systems this involves calibrating the system, which is a safety-critical action. Refer to the s...

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    Chapter 4: technical specifications 15 chapter 4: technical specifications note: the len (load equivalency number ) contributes to the overall system load. Your sys- tem has a maximum load capacity, which must not be exceeded. For more detailed information on seatalk ng system capacity refer to the ...

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    Chapter 5: templates 17 chapter 5: templates instrument edge sun cover edge drill hole, 9/32 in (7 mm) diameter in 4 positions up remove material from shaded area only st70 flush mount template 3.9 mm (99 mm) 4.1 in (104 mm) dxxxx-1 87071-1.Book page 17 monday, april 21, 2008 3:34 pm.

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    18 instrument edge sun cover edge drill hole, 3/16 in (5 mm) diameter in 2 positions 1.53 in (38.89 mm) 1.53 in (38.89 mm) 1.53 in (38.89 mm) 1.53 in (38.89 mm) up cut hole 3.54 in (90 mm) diameter remove material from shaded area only st70 surface mount template dxxxx-1 87071-1.Book page 18 monday,...