[CA] [CA11] Axiom 7 STng to ST1 integration

[Chuck - Raymarine - Moderator]

Welcome to the Raymarine Forum Eric,

Q. Can I get away without powering the STng network? If not, can I just use a T connector and add power there with a Backbone to the converter?
A. While it is possible to backfeed power from a SeaTalkbus into a SeaTalkng / NMEA 2000 backbone via a SeaTalk to SeaTalkng Converter, it is considered a best installation practice to not do so. If seeking to follow the best installation practice, it would be recommended that the red power lead of the SeaTalk Cable connecting the ST60 Tridata instrument to the terminal strip not be used. Instead, this lead should be clipped and insulated to prevent shorting. A SeaTalkng spur socket would then be added to the SeaTalkng / NMEA 2000 backbone to accommodate the SeaTalkng Power Cable supplied with the SeaTalk to SeaTalkng Converter Kit. The SeaTalkng Power Cable would be connected to a switched 12VDC power circuit.