ST60 Tridata Instrument: Owner's Handbook
ST60 Tridata Instrument: Owner's Handbook
ST60 Tridata Instrument: Owner's Handbook
Instrument
Owner’s
Handbook
Contents
Introduction ............................................................................ v
EMC conformance ............................................................ v
Data inputs ....................................................................... vi
SeaTalk ....................................................................... vi
Stand alone operation ................................................. vi
Remote control ................................................................. vi
Mounting options ............................................................ vii
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Raymarine product. We are sure your
ST60 instrument will give you many years of trouble-free operation.
This handbook describes how to install and use the Raymarine ST60
Tridata instrument. This instrument provides accurate depth, speed,
trip and timer information, on a high quality Liquid Crystal Display
(LCD). The instrument is constructed in a rugged weather-proofed
case to provide reliable performance, even under the most demanding
conditions.
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WARNING
Although the ST60 Tridata instrument is designed to give accurate
and reliable performance, it should serve only as an aid to
navigation and should never lead to the erosion of good
seamanship. Always maintain a permanent watch and be aware of
situations as they develop.
EMC conformance
All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best
industry standards for use in the leisure marine environment.
Their design and manufacture conforms to the appropriate
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards, but correct
installation is required to ensure that performance is not compromised.
Data inputs
The ST60 Tridata instrument can fulfil master and/or repeater roles by
receiving data either from the appropriate transducers and/or from a
SeaTalk instrumentation system.
SeaTalk
SeaTalk enables a number of compatible instruments to operate as a
single, integrated navigational system. Instruments in a SeaTalk
system are linked by means of a single cable, which feeds both power
and data. Instruments can therefore be added to the system by plugging
them into the network. SeaTalk is flexible enough to adapt to any
number of compatible instruments without requiring a central
processor. SeaTalk can also communicate via an interface, with non-
SeaTalk equipment using the internationally-accepted National
Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) protocol.
In a SeaTalk system, each instrument can be either a master or
dedicated repeater unit. A master instrument is directly connected to a
transducer (the device that provides the raw data), and transmits data
and control to other units on the network. A slave instrument is not
directly connected to a transducer but repeats information provided by
other equipment in the SeaTalk network.
Remote control
When connected to SeaTalk, the ST60 Tridata instrument can be
controlled remotely by a SeaTalk Remote Keypad Unit, to provide
instant remote access to the various display readouts.
Mounting options
If you do not want to surface mount your ST60 instrument, options are
available for:
• Flush mounting. If you have ordered the flush mounting option a
low-profile bezel and four fixing screws are also provided.
• Bracket mounting.
Parts supplied
Unpack your ST60 instrument and check that the following items are
present:
• Item 1, ST60 Tridata instrument fitted with standard bezel for
surface mounting.
• Item 2, Fixing studs (2).
• Item 3, Thumb nuts (2).
• Item 4, Gasket.
• Item 5, Depth transducer.
• Item 6, Speed transducer, plus bung (not illustrated).
• Item 7, SeaTalk interconnection cable.
• Item 8, Power cable.
• Item 9, Instrument Cover.
• Item 10, Owner’s Handbook. A Warranty document and fitting
templates are included in this Handbook.
• Item 11, Worldwide Service Centre Handbook.
• Item 12, Cue Card.
Spare spade terminals are also provided, to re-terminate transducer
cables if they have to be cut to facilitate installation.
Note: The above packing list is for an ST60 Tridata system. Where an
instrument is purchased separately, Speed and Depth transducers are
not included.
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2 3
2 3
5 6
9 8
TRIDATA
Instrument
Owner's Trip
3s to Reset
Water
temperature
reset
3s to Reset
Deep Average speed
alarm threshold
Count-up timer
reset
reset reset
3s to Reset
VMG to
windward Start/Stop 3s to Reset
Anchor shallow
alarm threshold 10 minute
race start time
reset reset
Start/Stop 3s to Reset
reset reset
Start/Stop 3s to Reset
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Chapter 1: Operation
1.1 Getting started
This handbook describes how to operate, maintain and install the
Raymarine ST60 Tridata instrument.
Calibration requirement
The ST60 Tridata instrument is calibrated to factory (default) settings
when first installed and must therefore be calibrated before use, in
accordance with the procedures in Chapter 4, Calibration, to ensure
optimum performance on your vessel.
Do NOT use the instrument until the calibration procedures have
been satisfactorily completed.
Displayed information
The ST60 Tridata instrument screen is divided into three separate
areas, each of which displays a separate type of information, as shown
in the following illustration.
Depth
Speed
Trip, log, water
temperature & timer
Depth
Use the depth key to select the required information, as shown in the
Using the depth key illustration. The depth measurement units are
either feet or metres, as selected during user calibration (see Chapter 4,
Calibration).
Current depth
depth depth
To enable/disable any alarm
Shallow Anchor deep
alarm threshold alarm threshold
Press reset for 2 seconds
(toggle action)
depth
If for any reason depth information is lost, the DEPTH title will flash
once per second and the displayed depth value will be the last good
reading.
Speed
Use the speed key to select the required information, as shown in the
Using the speed key illustration. The speed measurement units are
either knots (KTS), miles per hour (MPH) or kilometres per hour (KMH),
as selected during user calibration (see Chapter 4, Calibration).
The maximum speed, average speed and VMG to windward are each
displayed for a nominal 7 seconds, and if no action is taken during that
time, the display will timeout to the Boat speed display.
Boat speed
Shows the current speed and selected speed units.
Boat speed
speed speed
Maximum VMG to
speed windward
speed speed
Average speed
Maximum speed
The screen shows the maximum speed attained since the last reset.
The maximum speed value is reset automatically at power-up. If the
instrument is operating as a master, the maximum speed can also be
reset manually by pressing the reset key for 2 seconds.
Average speed
The screen shows the average speed since the last reset.
The average speed value is reset automatically at power-up. If the
instrument is operating as a master, the average speed can also be reset
manually by pressing the reset key for 2 seconds.
Trip
The trip key gives access to log, trip, water temperature and timer
displays, as shown in the Using the trip key illustration.
Log
trip
trip
10 minute
race start
Trip timer
trip
trip 5 minute
Water race start
temperature timer
trip trip
Count-up timer
Log
The Log screen shows the total distance covered by the vessel since the
instrument was fitted.
Trip screen
The trip screen shows the distance covered since the trip value was last
reset.
The trip value is reset automatically at power-up, and if the instrument
is operating as a master, the trip value can also be reset manually by
pressing the reset key for 3 seconds.
Water temperature
The water temperature is shown in either degrees Celsius (°C) or
Fahrenheit (°F), as set during calibration (see Chapter 4, Calibration).
Timers
Three timers are available:
• Count-up timer.
• 5-minute race start.
• 10-minute race start.
Times are either in seconds (S) or minutes (M), depending on the
counter values.
Use the trip key to select the required timer (see Using trip key flow
diagram). Once you have selected the required timer display, press the
reset key to start the timer running. When a timer is running, the
delimiter (i.e. ‘.’or ‘:’) flashes. For lap timing, press the reset key
momentarily. To stop and reset a timer to the start value, press the
reset key for 1 second.
Once a timer is running, you can leave the timer page and select any
other display. The counter will continue to run in the background.
Race-start timers
If you are using one of the race-start timers and the timer buzzer is
enabled, the buzzer will:
• Double-beep every minute.
• Beep three times at the start of the last 30 seconds.
• Beep once for each of the last 10 seconds.
• Beep for 2 seconds at zero.
The timer buzzer is enabled or disabled as part of the calibration
procedure (see Chapter 4, Calibration).
Note: After a race-start timer has counted-down to zero, it will then
start counting up.
1.3 Alarms
An alarm condition occurs if:
• The depth is less than the SHALLOW or SHALLOW anchor threshold.
• The depth is greater than the DEEP anchor threshold.
• The depth crosses the DEEP threshold.
An alarm condition is indicated by an alarm buzzer and a flashing
alarm symbol (bell icon) on the display. SHALLOW or DEEP alarms are
indicated by up and down arrows respectively, and for anchor alarms
an anchor symbol is displayed..
When the instrument is operating as a master, you can check the alarm
thresholds and if necessary set them up, as detailed under Normal
operation - Depth. If an alarm is not enabled, the associated display
shows an OFF legend.
Illumination
When the instrument is first powered up, the display illumination is set
to its lowest (courtesy) level, to facilitate initial access to the keys.
To adjust the level of display illumination:
1. Hold down the depth key for approximately one second, to enter
the illumination-adjust mode.
2. There are four preset illumination levels. Momentarily press the
depth key to cycle through the these levels until you reach the
level you want.
3. Press any other key to leave the illumination-adjust mode.
Note: The display will also return to normal operation 7 seconds after
the last key press.
Contrast
To adjust the display contrast:
1. Hold down the depth key for approximately two seconds, to
enter the contrast-adjust mode.
Instrument
Certain atmospheric conditions may cause condensation to form on the
instrument window. This will not harm the instrument and can be
cleared by increasing the illumination to the brightest setting.
Periodically clean your ST60 instrument with a soft damp cloth. Do
NOT use chemical and abrasive materials to clean the instrument.
Transducers
Refer to the Installation and Maintenance instructions supplied with
the transducers.
Cabling
Examine all cables for chafing or other damage to the outer shield and,
where necessary, replace and re-secure.
Preliminary pr
Preliminary ocedur
procedures
ocedures
Changes in the electronic environment may adversely affect the
operation of your ST60 equipment. Typical examples of such changes
are:
• Electrical equipment has recently been installed or moved aboard
your vessel.
• You are in the vicinity of another vessel or shore station emitting
radio signals.
If you appear to have a problem, first ensure that the EMC
requirements (see Chapter 3, Installation) are still being met before
further investigating the problem.
Fixing faults
All Raymarine products are subjected to comprehensive test and
quality assurance programmes prior to packing and shipping.
However, if a fault occurs, use the following table to help identify and
rectify the problem.
CAUTION
If you need to remove the speed transducer insert, have the
transducer bung to hand and secure it in the transducer body
immediately after the insert has been removed, to prevent
excessive ingress of water.
If you are unable to rectify a problem, contact the Raymarine Product
Support Department or your own National Distributor, for assistance.
Chapter 3: Installation
This chapter describes how to install the ST60 Tridata instrument, and
associated speed and depth transducers. The transducers are fitted in
the hull of the vessel and connected to the rear of the instrument. The
actual type of transducers depends on the type of hull in which they are
to be installed.
For advice, or further information regarding the installation of this
equipment, please contact the Raymarine Product Support Department
or your own National Distributor.
Site requirements
Transducers
75mm (2.94in)
diameter
75mm (2.94in)
diameter
(1.370in)
35mm
89mm (3.50in)
(3.53in)
90mm
Depth Speed
The transducer types required for the various hull types are as follows:
Sailing vessel
Planing power
vessel
Displacement power
vessel
10˚ maximum
Instrument
CAUTION:
The presence of moisture at the rear of the instrument could cause
damage either by entering the instrument through the breathing
hole or by coming into contact with the electrical connectors.
ST60 instruments can be fitted either above or below deck, provided
the rear of the instrument is sited where it is protected from contact
with water.
Each instrument must also be positioned where:
• It is easily read by the helmsman.
• It is protected against physical damage.
• It is at least 230 mm (9 in) from a compass.
• It is at least 500 mm (20 in) from radio receiving equipment.
• There is reasonable rear access for installation and servicing.
115mm (4.53in)
90mm (4.33in)
diameter
With standard
bezel
123mm (4.85in)
90mm (4.33in)
diameter
With low
profile bezel
EMC guidelines
All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best
industry standards for use in the leisure marine environment.
Their design and manufacture conforms to the appropriate
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards, but correct
installation is required to ensure that EMC performance is not
compromised. Although every effort has been taken to ensure that they
will perform under all conditions, it is important to understand what
factors could affect the operation of this product.
To minimise the risk of operating problems:
• All Raymarine equipment and cables connected to it should be:
• At least 1 m (3 feet) 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
(7 ft).
• More than 2 m (6 ft) from the path of a radar beam. A radar
beam can normally be assumed to spread 20o above and below
the radiating element.
Suppression ferrites
The following illustration shows the typical range of suppression
ferrites fitted to Raymarine equipment. Always use the ferrites
specified by Raymarine.
3.2 Procedures
As it is not possible to describe procedures for all possible installation
scenarios, the procedures given here describe the broad requirements
for installing the Speed and Depth transducers and the ST60 Tridata
instrument. Adapt these procedures as appropriate, to suit your
individual requirement.
CAUTION:
Where it is necessary to cut holes (e.g. for cable routing and
instrument mounting), ensure that these will not cause a hazard by
weakening critical parts of the vessel’s structure.
Unpacking
Unpack your ST60 equipment and check that the items described in
Introduction are present.
Each ST60 instrument is supplied with a standard bezel for surface
mounting. Optional mounting kits are available for flush mounting and
bracket mounting the instrument. If you have ordered the flush
mounting option a low-profile bezel and four fixing screws are also
provided.
Surface mounting
To surface mount your ST60 instrument (see the Surface mounting
illustration):
1. Ensure that:
• The selected location is clean, smooth and flat.
• There is sufficient space behind the location to accommodate
the rear of the instrument and connectors.
2. Apply the surface mount template (supplied at the rear of this
handbook) to the selected location and mark the centres for the
fixing studs (1) and the aperture (3) that will take the rear casing of
the instrument.
3. Drill out the two 5 mm fixing stud clearance holes (2).
4. Cut out the clearance hole (3) then remove the template.
5. Peel off the protective sheet from the self-adhesive gasket (4) then
stick the gasket into position on the rear of the instrument.
6. Screw the two fixing studs into the threaded sockets on the rear of
the instrument.
7. Mount the assembled instrument, studs, bezel and gasket into the
panel. Secure from behind with the thumb nuts (5).
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Flush mounting
The Flush Mounting Kit uses a low-profile bezel to reduce the fitted
profile of the instrument, to approximately 6 mm above the panel
fascia.
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CAUTION:
It is essential that only screws of the correct size are used to secure
the instrument to the bezel. Failure to observe this caution could
result in damage to both the instrument and the bezel.
5. Using the four, self-tapping screws (9) provided, secure the
instrument and bezel together. Fit the screws from the rear of the
instrument and tighten them sufficiently to secure the instrument
and bezel together. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
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2. Ensure that:
• The panel on which you intend to mount the instrument is
between 3 mm and 20 mm thickness.
• The selected location is clean, smooth and flat.
• There is sufficient space behind the location to accommodate
the rear of the instrument and connectors.
3. Apply the flush mount template (supplied at the rear of this
handbook) to the selected location and mark out the aperture into
which the assembled instrument and bezel will sit.
4. Cut out the aperture (3) for the assembled instrument and bezel
and remove the template.
5. Peel off the protective sheet from the self-adhesive gasket (4) then
stick the gasket into position on the rear of the bezel.
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6. Screw the two fixing studs (1) into the threaded sockets on the rear
of the instrument.
7. Mount the assembled instrument, studs, bezel and gasket into the
panel.
8. Locate the flush mount bracket (6) onto the fixing studs and
secure the assembly to the panel with the thumb-nuts (5).
Bracket mounting
A Control Unit Mounting Bracket (Part No. E25009) enables you to
mount your ST60 instrument in locations where other forms of
mounting are impractical. Although this provides a useful alternative
method for securing your instrument, it is only suitable for use in
positions where the instrument will not be exposed to water.
To bracket mount your ST60 instrument, do so in accordance with the
Control Unit Mounting Bracket Instruction Sheet.
Fitting transducer
The ST60 Tridata instrument is supplied, with appropriate through-
hull Speed and Depth transducers.
Each transducer is supplied with detailed instructions for installation
and maintenance. Before attempting to install a transducer, read these
instructions and the Site requirements for transducers described in this
Chapter.
Once you are satisfied you can meet all the installation requirements,
install the transducer in accordance with the accompanying installation
instructions.
4 mm
3 mm
Observing the above guidelines, run the transducer cable to the ST60
Tridata instrument.
Signal connections
Make the necessary connections to your ST60 instrument (see the
Connection to ST60 Tridata instrument illustration).
DE
PT
H
ED
SPE
Black
Screen Brown
Blue White
Cable from Depth transducer Screen
Green
Cable from Speed transducer Red
CAUTION
When instruments are connected to SeaTalk, ensure that the
power supply for the SeaTalk 12 V line is protected by a 5 A fuse.
Systems with a large number of instruments on the SeaTalk bus may
require connections to the power supply from each end of the system
(‘ring-main’ style), to maintain sufficient voltage throughout the
system.
This requirement depends on the total length of the cable run and the
total number of instruments in the system, as follows:
Red
5 A fused,
12 V dc supply 1 2 3 4
(typically provided
by autopilot)
Screen
Instruments
5 to 16
Red
Screen 20 19 18 17
Chapter 4: Calibration
4.1 Introduction
The ST60 Tridata instrument is set up with factory-programmed
default settings, so in order to optimise the performance of the
instrument on board a particular vessel, the procedures in this Chapter
must be carried out immediately after the completion of installation
and before the equipment is used for navigational purposes.
Where practicable, the calibration procedures are presented
diagrammatically to show the sequence of key presses and the
resulting displays. Adjustment instructions are given as applicable.
Speed readings
One of the reasons for calibration is to ensure that the speed readings
displayed on the instrument are a true reflection of the actual speed of
the vessel.
In User calibration - Speed, you can:
• Automatically set the displayed speed reading to be the same as the
Speed Over Ground (SOG) (if SOG data is available).
• Manually apply a calibration factor, to set the displayed speed to the
required value.
If neither of the above methods are suitable, you can carry out a speed
calibration run over a measured distance, to enable the instrument to
calculate the correct calibration factor. This is described as part of
Intermediate calibration.
EMC conformance
• Always check the installation before going to sea to make sure that
it is not affected by radio transmissions, engine starting etc.
• In some installations, it may not be possible to prevent the
equipment from being affected by external influences. Although
this will not damage the equipment, it can lead to spurious resetting
action, or momentarily may result in faulty operation.
User calibration
entry screen
Depth
To calibrate the depth functions:
1. With the User calibration entry screen displayed, press the depth
key.
2. Referring to the User calibration - depth illustration, carry out the
calibration procedure. Use the depth key to cycle from screen to
screen and the trip and reset keys to set the required values at
each screen.
Depth units
You can set either FEET or METRES.
Set depth
units
depth depth
depth
Depth offset
WARNING:
The use of incorrect offset values could result in misleading depth
information being displayed with a consequent risk of running
aground.
Depths are measured from the transducer to the sea bed. However, you
can use the depth offset screen to apply offsets to this distance, so that
the displayed depth reading represents either the depth from the keel or
the depth from the water line. In order to do this, you need to know the
vertical separation between the transducer position and:
• The bottom of the keel.
• The water line.
Use the trip (decrement) and reset (increment) keys to set the
required offset value:
• If you want to display the depth reading from the transducer, set a
value of 0.0.
• If you want to apply a water line offset, adjust the displayed reading
until the appropriate positive offset value is shown.
• If you want to apply a keel offset, adjust the displayed reading until
the appropriate negative offset value is shown.
Speed
To calibrate the speed functions:
1. With the User calibration entry screen displayed, press the speed
key.
2. Referring to the User calibration - speed illustration, carry out the
calibration procedure. Use the speed key to cycle from screen to
screen and the trip and reset keys to set the required values at
each screen (except Adjust to SOG display).
speed
speed
Temperature
speed calibration
Set speed
resolution
speed
Set temperature
speed units
Set log
units
Adjust
to SOG
If SOG speed
NOT
available
Cal
Factor
Adjust
Adjust to SOG
The Adjust to SOG screen is displayed only if SOG data is available
from SeaTalk. The current SOG is displayed in the bottom section of
the display (SG12.8 in the illustration), and the current speed registered
by the instrument, as large figures in the middle section of the display
(12.3 in the illustration).
It is recommended that, if you are running in slack tide conditions, you
press the reset key for 3 seconds, to accept the SOG as the current
speed.
If you do not wish to accept SOG as the current speed, press the trip
and reset keys together to select the Cal factor adjust display.
Temperature calibration
Set the display to show the current water temperature.
depth speed
Software
version
depth
Instrument
status
depth
depth
Speed calibration
The speed calibration procedure involves carrying out two runs over a
measured distance, to enable a calibration factor to be determined and
applied to your ST60 Tridata instrument, to ensure optimum accuracy.
Each calibration run comprises outward and return legs, to minimise
the affect of tidal drift when the calibration factor is determined.
to set length
of calibration run
and
trip reset
and
trip reset
At the end
of the
Press speed outward
Alternating cal run
At the start of
the return cal
run press
Carry out the
return leg of speed
the first cal run
At the end
Press speed of the return
cal run
Alternating
At the start of
the return cal
run press
Carry out the
return leg of speed
the second
cal run
At the end
of the return
cal run
press speed
Press Press
Response settings
The response values for both SPEED and DEPTH determine the
frequency at which information is updated. A low number provides a
smooth response and a high number a much livelier update.
Use the trip (decrement) and reset (increment) keys to set the
required value. Response values are from 1 to 15.
Calibration
on/off
depth
depth
Speed Factory
response defaults
depth
Factory defaults
You can use this screen to reset the operating parameters to the factory
default values. If you want to apply the factory defaults, ensure the
display shows YES, but if you want to retain the values you have set up,
ensure that the display shows NO. Use the trip and reset keys to make
the required selection.
The values you have selected will be applied when you exit this screen.
Machine hole
90mm (3.54in)
diameter
TOP 4 holes
6 mm diameter
109 mm
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Dealer address
Commissioned by
Commissioning date
Owner’s name
Mailing address