Raymarine Ray215e manual Planning the Installation, Typical Mounting Methods

2-2 Installation

2.3Planning the Installation

When planning the installation of your RAY215E, consider the following conditions to ensure dependable and trouble-free operation. Mount the Base Station Transceiver using the Mounting Template provided. The Base Station Transceiver should be located in the radio telegraph operating room or the room from which the ship is normally navigated.

The Base Station Transceiver is designed to be mounted horizontally or vertically on a flat bulkhead. Select a location that is non-metallic, dry, protected, well-ventilated, and free from high operating temperatures and excessive vibration. Provide sufficient space behind the transceiver to allow for proper cable connections to the rear panel connectors. Locate the transceiver as near as possible to the power source yet as far apart as possible from any devices that may cause interference such as motors, generators, and other on board electronics. The transceiver should be protected from prolonged direct exposure to rain and salt spray.

The transceiver is NOT designed to be mounted in engine compartments. Do NOT install the transceiver in a location where there may be flammable vapors (such as in an engine room or compartment, or in a fuel tank bay), water splash or spray from bilges or hatches, where it is at risk from physical damage from heavy items (such as hatch covers, tool boxes, etc.), or where it might be covered by other equipment. Locate the Base Station Transceiver and Handset at least 1 meter from the antenna.

Safe Compass Distance is 1 meter for a common mechanical compass; other compass types may require greater distances. To be sure, you should locate the radio as far as possible from the compass. Test your compass to verify proper operation while the radio is also operating.

Mount the base station transceiver to allow easy access from the location where the ship is normally navigated.

2.3.1 Typical Mounting Methods

The RAY215E can be conveniently mounted on a chart table, bulkhead, overhead, or any other desired location. Refer to Figure 2-1 for typical mounting methods.

CAUTION

Make sure there are no hidden electrical wires or other items behind the desired location before proceeding. Check that free access for mounting and cabling is available.