ST1 to STNG online converter kit (1xR52131, 2xA06031, 2xA06032, 1xA22164, 1xA06049, 1xA06039)

The Raymarine E22158 converter kit is a solution designed to interconnect older navigation systems using the SeaTalk (ST1) protocol with modern networks based on SeaTalkNG (STng), which is NMEA2000 compatible. It allows equipment from both generations to share data.

This kit modernizes your vessel's electronics by enabling existing SeaTalk (ST1) instruments to communicate with new SeaTalkNG/NMEA2000 devices. It creates a communication bridge so navigation data (speed, depth, wind, etc.) is seamlessly shared between both network types.

The Raymarine E22158 kit includes the following components:

1x SeaTalk1 to SeaTalkNG converter (R52131)
2x SeaTalkNG backbone cables (0.4m, A06031)
2x SeaTalkNG T-connectors (A06032)
1x SeaTalkNG power cable (A22164)
1x SeaTalkNG male terminator (A06049)
1x SeaTalkNG blanking plug (A06039)

The Raymarine E22158 converter and the SeaTalkNG network it creates require a 12VDC power supply, which is a standard voltage for marine electronics.

The Raymarine E22158 converter has an IPX6 waterproof rating. This means it is protected against heavy water spray and can withstand a marine environment.

Yes, this kit is specifically designed to ensure compatibility with older Raymarine instruments using the SeaTalk (ST1) protocol. It allows these devices to communicate with a SeaTalkNG/NMEA2000 network.

Yes, the SeaTalkNG (STng) network is based on the NMEA2000 standard. The converter therefore enables the integration of ST1 data into a standard NMEA2000 network, making the information available to all NMEA2000-compatible devices.

The converter can handle a wide range of navigation data, including boat speed, depth, water temperature, wind data, heading information, and other standard data shared between SeaTalk and NMEA 2000 instruments.

The converter itself is powered via the SeaTalkNG network. The kit includes a SeaTalkNG power cable (A22164) that must be connected to a 12VDC boat power source to power the SeaTalkNG backbone, and by extension, the converter.

Basic installation generally does not require specific tools beyond common hand tools (screwdriver, wire stripper if custom connections are needed, etc.) to secure the converter and manage wiring. SeaTalkNG connectors are designed for easy assembly.

Yes, kit E22158 includes the essential components to set up a small SeaTalkNG backbone and connect the converter, including backbone cables, T-connectors, a power cable, and terminators. However, additional cables may be required depending on the size of your network and the number of devices to connect.

Yes, SeaTalkNG cables are modular. You can purchase backbone SeaTalkNG cables of different lengths separately to extend your network according to your installation requirements. Ensure you comply with the maximum backbone length specifications for NMEA2000.

The converter must be installed in a dry and protected location, although its IPX6 rating makes it resistant to water splashes. It is recommended to mount it near the SeaTalk (ST1) instruments to be converted and the SeaTalkNG backbone, ensuring that cables can be routed correctly and without tension.

Yes, the converter is designed to enable bidirectional data communication between SeaTalk (ST1) and SeaTalkNG (NMEA2000) networks. This means data can flow in both directions, allowing older and newer instruments to share information.

The main advantages are the ability to keep your existing SeaTalk (ST1) instruments functional while integrating newer SeaTalkNG/NMEA2000 equipment, modernizing your navigation system at lower cost, and centralizing navigation data on a single network.

For most standard installations, the converter is plug-and-play and does not require complex software configuration. It acts as a data bridge. However, it is always recommended to check Raymarine’s website for any firmware updates that could improve performance or compatibility.

SeaTalk1 (ST1) is an older proprietary protocol from Raymarine, using a three-wire cable. SeaTalkNG (STng) is a newer version, based on the NMEA2000 standard, using a five-wire cable and offering higher data rates and greater flexibility. This kit bridges these two generations of networks.

No, this kit is specifically designed to convert data between SeaTalk (ST1) and SeaTalkNG (NMEA2000) networks. It does not provide direct conversion for NMEA0183 devices. To integrate NMEA0183 devices, a separate NMEA0183 to NMEA2000 (or STng) converter would be required.

The SeaTalkNG side of the converter is compatible with the NMEA2000 standard. This means that devices from other brands that comply with the NMEA2000 standard should be able to communicate with the SeaTalkNG network created by the kit. However, the SeaTalk (ST1) side is a proprietary Raymarine protocol.

The SeaTalkNG blanking plug (A06039) is used to seal unused ports on SeaTalkNG T-connectors. This protects the connectors from moisture and corrosion, ensuring the integrity and reliability of the SeaTalkNG network.