3.6 ConnectBox Connections

Reference Documents:

• 90982 – Seakeeper 5 Cable Block Diagram
• Seakeeper MFD Compatibility Technical Bulletins:
  
  • TB-90478 – Garmin and Seakeeper Compatibility
  • TB-90479 – Raymarine and Seakeeper Compatibility
  • TB-90480 – NAVICO (Simrad/Lowrance/B&G) and Seakeeper Compatibility
  • TB-90598 – Furuno and Seakeeper Compatibility

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Seakeeper 5 Display Options

A multi-function display (MFD) is required with the installation of a Seakeeper 5 to support the full functionality of the unit through the Seakeeper App in addition to the ConnectBox. The Seakeeper App provides an interface for controlling the Seakeeper or viewing the Settings, Service, Info, and Alarm pages. The Seakeeper ConnectBox can be helm-mounted to provide an additional interface for the control of the Seakeeper but does not replace the need for a compatible MFD display.

The following figure provides a schematic of the two display options. The subsequent sections outline the instructions and references for connecting the Seakeeper to each of these display options.

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Connecting to a Compatible MFD

1. The Seakeeper 5 can be connected to a variety of available MFD systems. Refer to the Technical Bulletins Section of the Seakeeper Technical Library for manufacturer specific MFD compatibility technical bulletins.
   
   1. MFD specific Technical Bulletins will be updated regularly as new MFD systems become compatible. Currently GARMIN, RAYMARINE, SIMRAD, and FURUNO offer compatible MFD models.
   2. Once a compatible MFD has been selected, refer to the appropriate manufacturer specific Technical Bulletin for integration instructions.
      
2. Connect Seakeeper-supplied Ethernet adapter cable 10, D-Code 10 m cable to MFD manufacturer-specific Ethernet adapter cable. Custom Ethernet cables for specific MFD manufacturers are available through Seakeeper and must be purchased with the Seakeeper if connecting to an MFD.

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ConnectBox Helm Mounting – Optional

1. Console space required: Approx. 3.41 L x 4.15 W in. (87 x 106 mm).
   
2. Mounting Instructions, Surface Mount: See Drawing No. 90558 – Seakeeper ConnectBox Helm Mounting Kit, for details. Seakeeper ConnectBox 3D Model available upon request.
   
3. Mount ConnectBox Replacement Blank insert into Seakeeper 5 top cover at the original location of the ConnectBox.