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Page 1: ...Document number 2023 Raymarine UK Limited 87437 Rev 1 01 2023 Date English en US INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS THRU HULL REALVISION MAX 3D SONAR TRANSDUCERS RVM 400 SERIES ...

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Page 3: ...f FLIR Systems Inc All other trademarks trade names or company names referenced herein are used for identification only and are the property of their respective owners This product is protected by patents design patents patents pending or design patents pending Fair Use Statement You may print no more than three copies of this manual for your own use You may not make any further copies or distribu...

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Page 5: ...ision transducer extension cables 14 CHAPTER 4 PARTS SUPPLIED 16 4 1 Parts supplied RVM 4xx series transducers 17 Additional parts supplied 17 CHAPTER 5 PRODUCT DIMENSIONS 18 5 1 Transducer dimensions RVM 4xx 19 RealVision transducer cable connector dimensions 19 CHAPTER 6 LOCATION REQUIREMENTS 21 6 1 Warnings and cautions 22 6 2 Location requirements 22 Cored fiberglass hull mounting 23 6 3 EMC i...

Page 6: ...n instructions 39 Sonar troubleshooting 40 Resetting the sonar module 42 CHAPTER 11 MAINTENANCE 43 11 1 Routine checks 44 11 2 Transducer cleaning 44 11 3 Bridging material removal 44 11 4 Re applying anti fouling paint 44 CHAPTER 12 TECHNICAL SUPPORT 46 12 1 Raymarine product support and servicing 47 12 2 Learning resources 48 CHAPTER 13 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION 49 13 1 Physical specification 50 1...

Page 7: ...duct is powered on switch the product s power off replace the cable and then switch the power back on Warning Sonar operation NEVER touch the transducer face when the sonar is powered on SWITCH OFF the sonar if divers are likely to be within 7 6 m 25 ft of the transducer Product warnings Warning Maximum transducer cable length The maximum length of cable between a RealVision Max 3D transducer and ...

Page 8: ...ured by any person or entity other than Raymarine Raymarine is not responsible for damages or injuries caused by your use or inability to use the product by the interaction of the product with products manufactured by others or by errors in information utilized by the product supplied by third parties Warranty registration To register your Raymarine product ownership please visit www raymarine com...

Page 9: ...es or omissions it may contain In addition our policy of continuous product improvement may change specifications without notice As a result Raymarine cannot accept liability for any differences between the product and this document Please check the Raymarine website www raymarine com to ensure you have the most up to date version s of the documentation for your product Publication copyright Copyr...

Page 10: ...CHAPTER 2 DOCUMENT INFORMATION CHAPTER CONTENTS 2 1 Applicable products page 11 2 2 Document information page 11 2 3 Product documentation page 11 10 ...

Page 11: ...umentation is applicable to your product Applicable documents 87437 RVM 4xx series RealVision Max 3D Transom Mount Transducer Installation Instructions This document 87422 RVM 4xx series RealVision Max 3D Transom Mount Transducer Mounting Template 81406 LightHouse 4 Advanced Operation Instructions Includes transducer calibration and operation instructions for the Sonar Fishfinder app on your MFD T...

Page 12: ...CHAPTER 3 PRODUCT AND SYSTEM OVERVIEW CHAPTER CONTENTS 3 1 Product overview page 13 12 ...

Page 13: ...ll Do NOT install stainless steel transducers on vessels with a positive ground system These transducers are capable of producing 3D sonar images when connected to a RealVision Max 3D variant MFD running LightHouse 4 software or a LightHouse 4 compatible MFD used in conjunction with an RVM1600 RealVision Max 3D sonar module The RVM 4xx series includes 5 transducer variants each having the same ext...

Page 14: ...l Range CHIRP sonar 0 6 m 2 ft to 366 m 1 200 ft DownVision 0 6 m 2 ft to 183 m 600 ft SideVision 0 6 m 2 ft to 91 m 300 ft RealVision Max 3D 0 6 M 2 ft to 91 m 300 ft Compatible sonar modules and displays Transducers must be connected to a compatible sonar module to interpret and transmit the sonar image to a display screen The sonar module may be external or internal built in to the display Your...

Page 15: ...ust be fitted in equal length pairs i e each transducer s final cable length must be the same Warning Maximum transducer cable length The maximum length of cable between a RealVision Max 3D transducer and a MFD sonar module including the transducer s captive cable must NOT exceed 18 m 59 ft Cable lengths greater than this may cause damage to the RealVision Max 3D transducer and MFD sonar module Pr...

Page 16: ...CHAPTER 4 PARTS SUPPLIED CHAPTER CONTENTS 4 1 Parts supplied RVM 4xx series transducers page 17 16 ...

Page 17: ...2 x Small washers for Anti rotation studs 12 2 x Small internal isolator sleeves 13 2 x External isolator sleeves Transducer cable length The length of the cable fitted to the transducer is RVM 400 8 m 26 2 ft RVM 412 and RVM 420 2 m 6 5 ft Additional parts supplied The following additional cables are supplied when ordering a split pair set of transducers Item Description 1 2 x Locking collar kit ...

Page 18: ...CHAPTER 5 PRODUCT DIMENSIONS CHAPTER CONTENTS 5 1 Transducer dimensions RVM 4xx page 19 18 ...

Page 19: ...64 mm 3 14 in Nut sizes Hull nut 68 mm 2 in across flats Anti rotation nut 13 mm in across flats Transducer cable length The length of the cable fitted to the transducer is RVM 400 8 m 26 2 ft RVM 412 and RVM 420 2 m 6 5 ft RealVision transducer cable connector dimensions The dimensions of the transducer cable and cable connector are shown below Cable connector dimensions Item Dimension A 32 00 mm...

Page 20: ...dimension is dependent on your MFD variant Refer to your MFD installation instructions G 35 00 mm 1 40 in Note For installations where space behind the display is limited a right angled transducer cable adaptor is available A80515 Using the right angled cable adaptor will reduce dimension E above by 20 mm 0 79 in 20 ...

Page 21: ...CHAPTER 6 LOCATION REQUIREMENTS CHAPTER CONTENTS 6 1 Warnings and cautions page 22 6 2 Location requirements page 22 6 3 EMC installation guidelines page 24 Location requirements 21 ...

Page 22: ...g hull mount forward and to the side of the propeller s 2 Inboard Planing hull mount forward of the propeller s and shaft s 3 Stepped hull Planing hull mount on the first step as far aft as possible 4 Displacement hull mount approximately 1 3 of the way along the length of the hull measured along the waterline 5 Fin keel Keel sailboat mount forward of the keel ensuring that the keel will not obstr...

Page 23: ...n one transducers do not include this label each transducer in a split pair have labels on the transducer cables and also labels on the accompanying Y cable which identify the side 1 Green Starboard side Y cable 2 Green Starboard side transducer cable 3 Red Port side Y cable 4 Red Port side transducer cable choose mounting positions that are symmetric about the center line of the vessel choose mou...

Page 24: ...e Raymarine equipment and cables connected to it are At least 1 m 3 3 ft from any equipment transmitting or cables carrying radio signals e g VHF radios cables and antennas In the case of SSB radios the distance should be increased to 2 m 6 6 ft More than 2 m 6 6 ft from the path of a radar beam A radar beam can normally be assumed to spread 20 degrees above and below the radiating element The pro...

Page 25: ...CHAPTER 7 INSTALLATION CHAPTER CONTENTS 7 1 Tools required page 26 7 2 Testing the transducer page 26 7 3 Transducer mounting page 27 Installation 25 ...

Page 26: ...a jigsaw to cut the hole and then carefully file the edge to create a circle the required size Warning Marine grade sealant Only use marine grade neutral cure polyurethane sealants Do NOT use sealants containing acetate or silicone which can cause damage to plastic parts 7 2 Testing the transducer Transducer operation should be checked before installation For the purposes of this test you do not n...

Page 27: ...s to ensure correct connection Do NOT overtighten the hull nut or anti rotation bolt Overtightening can cause damage to the hull which may result in water leaking into the vessel Drilling holes in the hull To install a thru hull transducer you must drill 3 holes in the hull of your vessel You should use the supplied mounting template to mark the hole location 1 Ensure that you are using the correc...

Page 28: ...e markings and labels on the top face of the transducer 2 Remove the orientation labels and clean to ensure there is no residual label glue 3 Using an appropriate cloth and cleaning agent for example isopropyl alcohol wipe clean ALL surfaces of the supplied components and the mounting location both outside and inside the hull ensuring that they are free from grease and debris 4 Ensure all surfaces...

Page 29: ...y a generous amount of marine grade sealant to all mating surfaces Mounting and sealant application 1 From inside the vessel apply a continuous thick bead of marine grade sealant all around the base of the protruding transducer stem and anti rotation bolt threads 2 Guide the rubber washer down the transducer cable and over the threaded section of the transducer stem compressing the sealant so that...

Page 30: ...nd fully tighten using a 13 mm 1 2 inch wrench spanner or adjustable wrench Finalizing the installation Follow the steps below to finalize the installation of you transducer 1 Apply a thick bead of marine grade sealant in the gap between the transducer and nose cone on the bottom and both sides as shown below 2 Remove any excess sealant on the outside of the hull and transducer ensuring a smooth t...

Page 31: ...nti fouling paint as this can impact transducer performance Never use ketone based anti fouling paint as this can attack the transducer s plastic damaging the transducer Paint your transducer using a brush do not use a spray can or a sponge roller as these methods can cause tiny air bubbles to be incorporated in the paint which will also reduce transducer performance The anti fouling paint should ...

Page 32: ...CHAPTER 8 CABLES AND CONNECTIONS GENERAL INFORMATION CHAPTER CONTENTS 8 1 General cabling guidance page 33 32 ...

Page 33: ...dequate strain relief for cabling to ensure that connectors are protected from strain and will not pull out under extreme sea conditions Cable shielding Ensure that cable shielding is not damaged during installation and that all cables are properly shielded Caution Transducer cable Do NOT use the transducer cable to lift or suspend the transducer always support the transducer body directly during ...

Page 34: ...ENTS 9 1 Cable routing page 35 9 2 Attaching the connector locking collar page 35 9 3 RVM 400 connection page 36 9 4 RVM 412 RVM 420 connection page 36 9 5 RealVision transducer extension cables page 37 9 6 Making connections page 37 34 ...

Page 35: ...yond its minimum bend radius This is particularly important at the point where the cable leaves the transducer Any excess cable should be coiled up at a convenient location 9 2 Attaching the connector locking collar The supplied cable is provided with a separate locking collar assembly ensuring that the cable connection is secure This procedure describes how to attach the locking collar to the cab...

Page 36: ...d then with the other hand pull the locking collar firmly towards the plug end of the connector As you pull the locking collar it clicks into place over the split ring The locking collar stays in position on the connector but rotates freely 9 3 RVM 400 connection The all in one transducer can be connected directly to the MFD or sonar module 1 Optional right angled adaptor A80515 supplied separatel...

Page 37: ... in equal length pairs i e each transducer s final cable length must be the same Warning Maximum transducer cable length The maximum length of cable between a RealVision Max 3D transducer and a MFD sonar module including the transducer s captive cable must NOT exceed 18 m 59 ft Cable lengths greater than this may cause damage to the RealVision Max 3D transducer and MFD sonar module 9 6 Making conn...

Page 38: ...CHAPTER 10 SYSTEM CHECKS AND TROUBLESHOOTING CHAPTER CONTENTS 10 1 RealVision AHRS calibration page 39 10 2 Troubleshooting page 39 38 ...

Page 39: ...f such sources of magnetic interference include Vessel engines Vessel alternators Marine pontoons Metal hulled vessels Underwater cables Note In some circumstances it is beneficial to disable Realvision AHRS if local sources of magnetic interference are distorting the sonar image Realvision AHRS can be disabled from Settings Menu Settings Sounder AHRS stabilization Note The Calibration process wil...

Page 40: ...d Check product and transducer documentation and ensure that the transducer is compatible with your system Possible causes Possible solutions External sonar module network connection problem Check that the unit is correctly connected to your display or network switch Check all connections to ensure that they are secure clean and free from corrosion replace if necessary External sonar module softwa...

Page 41: ...epth limit If you are in water deeper than the specified Ping depth limit then the transducer may not provide depth readings Disable or adjust setting and retry Poor problematic image Possible causes Possible solutions Targets will appear differently if your vessel is stationary e g fish will appear on the display as straight lines Increase vessel speed Scrolling paused or speed set too low Unpaus...

Page 42: ...ducer cable Check that the transducer cable and connection is free from damage and that the connections are secure and free from corrosion Turbulence around the transducer at higher speeds may affect transducer performance Slow vessel speed and recheck Interference from another transducer 1 Turn off the transducer causing the interference 2 Reposition the transducers so they are farther apart Unit...

Page 43: ...CHAPTER 11 MAINTENANCE CHAPTER CONTENTS 11 1 Routine checks page 44 11 2 Transducer cleaning page 44 11 3 Bridging material removal page 44 11 4 Re applying anti fouling paint page 44 Maintenance 43 ...

Page 44: ...performance Do NOT use harsh cleaning solvents such as acetone as this will damage the transducer Follow the guidance below to clean growth from your transducer Use a soft cloth and a mild household cleaning detergent to clean mild growth build up Use a scouring pad such as a green Scotch Brite pad and a mild household cleaning detergent to clean moderate growth build up You may need to use a fine...

Page 45: ...es do not enter the water and impact aquatic life Take care not to scratch the transducer face as this may impact transducer performance 1 Remove your vessel from the water 2 Clean your transducer ensuring all organic growth is removed 3 Remove any flaking anti foul paint 4 Use a soft dry cloth to remove any loose bits of paint 5 Re apply a water based anti fouling paint Maintenance 45 ...

Page 46: ...CHAPTER 12 TECHNICAL SUPPORT CHAPTER CONTENTS 12 1 Raymarine product support and servicing page 47 12 2 Learning resources page 48 46 ...

Page 47: ...bsite for Manuals and Documents http www raymarine com manuals Technical support forum https raymarine custhelp com app home Software updates http www raymarine com software Worldwide support United Kingdom UK EMEA and Asia Pacific Help desk https raymarine custhelp com app ask Tel 44 0 1329 246 777 United States US Help desk https raymarine custhelp com app ask Tel 1 603 324 7900 Toll free 800 53...

Page 48: ...er RaymarineInc Training courses Raymarine regularly runs a range of in depth training courses to help you make the most of your products Visit the Training section of the Raymarine website for more information http www raymarine co uk view id 2372 Technical support forum You can use the Technical support forum to ask a technical question about a Raymarine product or to find out how other customer...

Page 49: ...PECIFICATION CHAPTER CONTENTS 13 1 Physical specification page 50 13 2 Environmental specification page 50 13 3 RealVision Max 3D sonar specification page 50 13 4 Conformance specification page 51 Technical specification 49 ...

Page 50: ...7 IPx8 13 3 RealVision Max 3D sonar specification The following specification only applies to RealVision Max 3D products Specification Sonar channels RealVision Max 3D SideVision DownVision Conical High CHIRP Low CHIRP 600 W 200 kHz Sensors Temperature sensor AHRS Attitude and Heading Reference System sensor Sonar range The sonar range is the effective depth or distance that the transducer can ope...

Page 51: ...13 4 Conformance specification Specification Standards EN 60945 2002 IEC 28846 1993 EMC Directive 2014 30 EU Australia and New Zealand C Tick Compliance Level 2 Technical specification 51 ...

Page 52: ...CHAPTER 14 SPARES AND ACCESSORIES CHAPTER CONTENTS 14 1 Spares page 53 14 2 Accessories page 53 52 ...

Page 53: ...x Nuts for anti rotation studs 2 x Small washers for Anti rotation studs 2 x Small internal isolator sleeves and 2 x External isolator sleeves 14 2 Accessories The following accessories are available for you product A80515 RealVision 3D Transducer right angled adapter cable 400 mm 15 7 in A80475 RealVision 3D Transducer extension cable 3 m 11 8 ft A80476 RealVision 3D Transducer extension cable 5 ...

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Page 55: ...ension cables 36 RVM 400 36 RVM 412 36 RVM 420 36 Y cable 36 Connections General cabling guidance 33 Contact details 47 D Deadrise 13 Dimensions 19 Documentation Installation instructions 11 Mounting template 11 Operation instructions 11 39 Drilling holes 27 E Electromagnetic Compatibility 24 EMC See Electromagnetic Compatibility Extension cable 17 H Hull nut 29 I Installation Testing 26 Tools req...

Page 56: ... pair 13 Support forum 48 T Technical specification 49 Environmental 50 Technical Specification Conformance 51 Physical 50 RealVision Max 50 Technical support 47 48 Temperature range 50 Tools required 26 Training courses 48 Transducer cable length 17 19 Transducer location 22 Transducer mounting 27 Transducer orientation 23 Troubleshooting 39 Sonar 40 W Warranty 8 47 WEEE Directive 8 Y Y cable 17 ...

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