Airmar Technology Corporation UST800 Instruction Manual

D-17-623-01 rev.5 17-623-01-rev5 10/1618
NMEA 2000®Network or NMEA 0183 Device
Ultrasonic Processor
for Models: UDST800, UST800, UST850
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Installation
Locating the Ultrasonic Processor
CAUTION: If the processor will be mounted on a vertical surface,
face the connectors downward to avoid water seeping into the box.
1. Select a convenient, dry, mounting location for the water-
resistant Ultrasonic Processor a minimum of 1m (3') from other
cables and electronic equipment.
2. Hold the processor at the selected location and mark the
position of the four screw holes with a pencil.
3. At the marked locations, drill a 3mm or 1/8" hole to a depth of
10mm (3/8").
4. Fasten the processor to the selected mounting surface, using
the screws supplied.
Routing the Cables & Connecting
CAUTION: Do not remove connectors to ease cable routing. If the
cable must be cut and spliced, use Airmar’s splash-proof Junction
Box No. 33-035 and follow the instructions supplied. Removing
the waterproof connector or cutting the cable, except when using
a watertight junction box, will void the sensor’s warranty.
1. Route the cables to the Ultrasonic Processor. Be careful not to
tear the cable jacket when passing it through the bulkhead(s)
and other parts of the boat. Use grommets to prevent chafing. To
reduce electrical interference, separate the sensor cable from
other electrical wiring and the engine. Do not fasten the cables
in place at this time.
NMEA 0183—See Figure 1 on the next page.
A power cable is needed. The DeviceNet cable, 33-565-04,
supplied must be modified for use as the power cable. To modify
the cable, follow the Installation Instructions supplied with the
Accessory Cable, 33-1352-01.
NMEA 2000—See Figure 2 or 3 on the next page.
2. Connect the cables to the Ultrasonic Processor.
NMEA 0183—Connect the power cable to the power supply.
Follow the color code on the flag label attached to the cable.
3. Fasten all the cables in place. Coil any excess cable and
secure it with cable-ties to prevent damage.
Record the information found on the cable tag for future reference.
Part No._________________Date___________
Follow the precautions below for optimal
product performance and to reduce the risk of
property damage, personal injury, and/or death.
WARNING: Always wear safety glasses, a dust mask,
and ear protection when installing.
WARNING: The power must be OFF before proceeding.
WARNING: The power supply voltage must be
9 - 16VDC.
WARNING: A safe installation requires a 0.5 amp fast-
blow fuse or circuit breaker.
CAUTION: To reduce electrical interference from
other electrical wiring and any on-board equipment with
strong magnetic fields such as radar equipment, radio
transmitters, boat engines, generators, etc., separate
the Ultrasonic Processor and cables by at least 1m (3').
CAUTION: Never use solvents. Cleaner, fuel, sealant,
paint, and other products may contain solvents that
can damage plastic parts.
IMPORTANT:Read the instructions completely
before proceeding with the installation. These
instructions supersede any other instructions in your
instrument manual if they differ.
OWNER’ S GUIDE & INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Applications
Connect to an NMEA 2000 network or an NMEA 0183 device.
Tools & Materials
Safety glasses
Dust mask
Ear protection
Pencil
Electric drill
Drill bit 3mm or 1/8"
Phillips screwdriver
Accessory cable 33-1352-01 (power cable for NMEA 0183 device)
Grommet(s) (some installations)
Cable ties

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Operation
Apply power to the Ultrasonic Processor.
UST800, UST850: Status Lights
• Yellow Initializing and testing
•Green Pass
•Red Fail
Troubleshooting
No Readings
• Is the ultrasonic insert installed in the housing and connected to
the Ultrasonic Processor?
• Is power being supplied to the Ultrasonic Processor? The
power must be within the correct voltage range. At a voltage
lower than 9VDC, performance is degraded and the unit will
shut down.
• Is the ultrasonic insert oriented with the arrow on the top
pointing forward toward the bow? If the insert cannot be seated
in the housing with the arrow pointing forward, check that the
arrow on the flange of the housing is pointing forward. If this is
not the case, the housing needs to be reinstalled with the
proper orientation.
Inaccurate Speed Readings
• If the ultrasonic speed sensor is ‘ON’ when the boat is
stationary, you may see a speed readout of a fraction of a knot
because of water movement under the hull.
• If the speed reading is consistently the same percentage higher
or lower than the true speed, the speed function within the
instrument needs to be re-calibrated. Follow the instructions in
your instrument owner’s manual.
Inaccurate Depth Readings or
Inaccurate Speed Readings Above 10knots
• The sensor is installed in turbulent water. The cause may be
water intake or discharge openings, strakes, fittings, hull
irregularities upstream of the sensor, or the shape of the hull in
that area. The sensor must be reinstalled in another location.
• The ultrasonic insert is covered with aquatic growth. Clean the
active face of the sensor with a dull putty knife, being careful to
avoid scratching the surface (Figure 2). If fouling is severe, lightly
wet sand the active face with fine grade (#320) wet/dry paper.
• Aerated water is flowing under the sensor because the boat is
designed to pull air under the hull. The sensor will not work on
this type of boat.
Figure 2. NMEA 2000: UST800, UST850 cables (UST800 shown)
sensor
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instrument
Figure 1. NMEA 0183: UST800, UST850 cables (UST800 shown)
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DeviceNet cable
33-565-04
power
supply
screw (4)
33-565-04
modified
screw (4)
sensor
NOTE: DeviceNet
cable, 33-565-04,
must be modified
for use as the
power cable.
NMEA 0183
accessory
cable
33-1352-01
DeviceNet cable
active face
Figure 3. NMEA 2000: UDST800 cables
sensor
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DeviceNet cable
33-565-04
screw (4)
ultrasonic processor ultrasonic processor
ultrasonic processor
status
light
status
light

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Replacement Parts
The information needed to order a replacement part is printed on the unit
and cable tags. Do not remove tags. When ordering, specify the part
number and date. For convenient reference, record this information on the
top of page one.
To connect to an NMEA 0183 device purchase Accessory Cable
33-1352-01 and follow the Installation Supplement supplied.
Obtain parts from your instrument manufacturer or marine dealer.
Gemeco USA
Tel: [phone]
email: [email protected]
Airmar EMEA Europe, Middle East, Africa
Tel: [phone]
email: [email protected]

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