Looking for the male NMEA connection to connect a Raymic to the pedestal. The Raymarine model is Ray55. Thanks,
Male NMEA connection for Raymarine Raymic
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Unlikely that the connector itself will be available. Possibly an extension cable (Raymarine R42124) or old mic (A46051) would allow you to cut off the male end and splice to your handset. Otherwise a new handset will be in order.
RayMarine RayMic 2nd Station, Ray55
Maybe you can call and discuss taking it off their hands at a price that you are comfortable with.
Here is a thread from an old, now closed down, Raymarine forum that talks about your issue. It may get you started.
. . . A46051 remote handset connector
Same problem, same boat. Any luck finding a source for the male NMEA connection on the pedestal?
The Radio has been discontinued. The Raymarine sight shows this link to a cable.
www.raymarine.fi
What fittings do you have? Looking at the mic is it multi pins? Does it fit a radio mic cable, not the SeatalkNG cable?
Note connecting the radio to the network is to provide the DSC connection for 0183 data transfer.
SeaTalkNG cables and accessories Manuals | Raymarine
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What fittings do you have? Looking at the mic is it multi pins? Does it fit a radio mic cable, not the SeatalkNG cable?
Note connecting the radio to the network is to provide the DSC connection for 0183 data transfer.
I have the RAYMIC as a remote mic at the pedestal using the connecting cable from a RAY55 VHF. The Mic is a female 5 over 5 pin configuration. The replacement cable Part R42124 is not available in all the usual places. Right now I either need to find some new old stock, cannibalize from a boat graveyard, or find a different manufacturer whose cable works.The Radio has been discontinued. The Raymarine sight shows this link to a cable.
SeaTalkNG cables and accessories Manuals | Raymarine
Download user guides and installation manuals for Raymarine SeaTalkNG cables and accessories.
What fittings do you have? Looking at the mic is it multi pins? Does it fit a radio mic cable, not the SeatalkNG cable?
Note connecting the radio to the network is to provide the DSC connection for 0183 data transfer.
When I saw DMclaughlin's question for the same boat and radio I have I was hoping he had a solution.
Thanks for the response
Ellis
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Good luck.
Swimfar. I believe the problem you are experiencing in your parts search stems from the issue that the radio is a European marketed radio. Raymarine segments their products by region. The Ray55 is a Ray55E. You would need try and match the pins/plug at a HAM Radio store, or seek a Raymarine supplier in Europe.
- Raymarine Ray55E VHF Marine Radio European Version - E43037
Here is a link showing the radio.
www.marine-electronics-shop.com
I am a tiny bit confused. Are you seeking to plug a hand held mike into the radio from the Cockpit? or are you seekign to connect the radio for the 0183 signal to your Seatalk network?
Raymarine Ray55E VHF Marine Radio European Version - E43037
Raymarine Ray55E VHF Radio is a waterproof (IPX7) fixed mount compact Radio with unmatched performance and style. This is a European Marine Radio Version. The Raymarine Ray55E VHF radio packs a whole host of powerful features into a radio that is compact, rugged, IPX7 Panel submersible and...
I am a tiny bit confused. Are you seeking to plug a hand held mike into the radio from the Cockpit? or are you seekign to connect the radio for the 0183 signal to your Seatalk network?
Thanks. The Ray 55 came as original equipment on my Benneteau 34 built in Marion South Carolina. I'm assuming it is a Ray55 because it came with a Ray218 & Ray55 owner's manual, and it looks like the picture of the Ray 55, not the Ray218. One option I have is to cut off both plugs and hard wire the remote mic. Your idea on a ham radio shop is a good one, I'll take a walk down that road before making any cuts to the mic cord.
Thanks again for taking the time to respond.
Thanks again for taking the time to respond.