saopm
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What type of wire connector is on the DST800? Is it a SeaTalkNG, DeviceNet, or other?
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You ran the backbone all the way to the engine room, and then connect the DST800 cable in the engine room?It is a 5 pin that requires a NMEA2000 backbone to connect it to the network port on the Garmin.
The backbone is under the dash at the helm. I had to get an additional NMEA2000 cable to go from there to the engine room because the cable on the transducer wasn't long enough to go all the way to the helm.You ran the backbone all the way to the engine room, and then connect the DST800 cable in the engine room?
You’ll be happy you did. The hard work is done.The backbone is under the dash at the helm. I had to get an additional NMEA2000 cable to go from there to the engine room because the cable on the transducer wasn't long enough to go all the way to the helm.
The Navigator uses NMEA 0183 for the transducer. It is best to update the boat with NMEA 2000 for that Garmin MFD. So, purchase a NMEA 0183 - NMEA 2000 converter to use the existing Xdcr.I have a 2004 420 that has a Sea Ray Navigator that I am planing to replace with a Garmin 1243xsv. My current transducer is an airmar for depth and temperature. Does anyone know if this will work with the Garmin?
Here is an update,Has anyone replaced the speed/temp transducer for the tridata ray marine display. I have a 97 express, replaced the old i40 (no direct replacement ), so upgraded to the i50. All worked fine for two seasons, till this past weekend. Depth still functioning correctly, separate transducer , the temp/speed transducer (port side) not working. It appears to be easily replaced by unscrewing the old and replacing it with a new transducer. Having issues with the p/n for the transducer? Any help with the p/n (part number) and replacement procedure will be appreciated. thanks in advance....
The housing of mine is not very tall off the surface of the hull, so not sure how to get a fairing block around it. I do not have a fairing block on mine, but I'm sure there is turbulence either from the rough bottom coating/growth in front of it.
The readings from the paddle wheel can be calibrated, but still they are a little erratic compared to the GPS readings on my Raymarine system. Different speeds seem to produce better/worse correlation to the GPS. For me it was more of I wanted everything to work, vs the paddle wheel being accurate.
You can buy a NEMA2000 --> SeaTalkNG converter cable, and just plug them together. The trick is making sure you have the right M/F on both ends.
https://raymarine.custhelp.com/app/...-backbone-to-a-third-party-nmea-2000-backbone
Yeah, the fair block for that would be a requirement in my opinion. Any bubbles over the face of the transducer would definiety screw up the readings/produce poor returns.
However, if you have the E70638, you do not have a built in sonar. You need to add a sonar module or upgrade to the E70639 model. Hopefully you just bought and can return/upgrade?
If your going down the Raymarine route, you could consider adding the DST810, and skip adding the i70s. You can display the depth/temp data on the Axioms screens, unless you want a dedicated depth guage, which in that case, just use a i50 Depth. The i50 has 2 bezels that can make it look like the either the prior generation a,c,e MFD's or more in line with the current Axiom line.
In todays electronics, these transducers generate data, and that data can be displayed in a lot of different ways/places. You do have to go in and select which source ( transducer) is providing the depth reading in the Axiom. Having options is very nice.
I installed the DST810 about 6 months ago. Never had it drop out nor become erratic and any speed. It is hooked to a Garmin XSV 7616 and an i50 also. The 7616 being the parent unit and the i50 the slave unit. Works extremely well for speed, temp, and depth....
Bennett
Thanks. Speaking with Airmar and Raymarine, they both stated that a fairing block is required for the 380DA to ensure reliable readings. Haven't gotten any feedback from any 380DA owners, so following the OEM's advice. Have to replace the transducer anyway.
Did order the DST 810 and will link that on the network to the i70s. Will do some comparisons next year.