Replacement LCD Display Kit for Autohelm Raymarine ST7000 Control Head Z082 Q026

Restore the display in an original Autohelm / Raymarine ST7000 autopilot control head with this replacement LCD kit. It is designed to replace an aged, faded, sun-damaged, discolored, or unreadable LCD without soldering.

This listing is for the replacement LCD, contact strips, and instructions only. The complete ST7000 control head shown in the application photographs is not included.

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀

• Product type: Replacement LCD screen kit
• Application: Marine autopilot control-head repair
• Compatible brand: Autohelm / Raymarine
• Compatible model: Original ST7000
• Control-head reference number: Z082
• Original LCD spare reference: Q026
• Installation method: Internal, solder-free installation
• Electrical connection: Elastomeric contact strips
• Condition: New aftermarket replacement
• Country of manufacture: Taiwan

𝗙𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆

Designed specifically for:

• Original Autohelm ST7000 autopilot control head
• Raymarine-branded original ST7000 control head with the matching housing and LCD configuration
• Control-head catalog/reference number Z082
• Original LCD service reference Q026

The ST7000 name must appear on the front of the control head. Compare the button arrangement, screen graphics, housing design, and internal display configuration with the listing photographs before ordering.

𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵

• Autohelm ST6000 control head Z124
• ST7000 Plus or ST7000+
• ST7001 or ST7001+
• ST8001 or ST8001+
• ST7002
• ST8002
• Other ST-series instrument or autopilot displays

Some of these controllers may communicate through similar SeaTalk autopilot systems, but system-level compatibility does not make their internal LCD panels interchangeable.

𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗡𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

• Z082 identifies the complete original ST7000 control unit
• Q026 is the LCD spare reference listed in the Autohelm ST7000 service documentation
• This product is a replacement LCD kit—not a complete Z082 control head
• Unless the screen or packaging carries Raymarine identification, it should be described as an aftermarket replacement rather than a genuine Raymarine part

The Z082 and Q026 numbers are included to identify the intended application.

𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘆𝗺𝗽𝘁𝗼𝗺𝘀 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗞𝗶𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗿

• Faded or weak LCD image
• Poor contrast
• Sunburned or darkened display
• Discolored LCD background
• Missing or incomplete display segments caused by the LCD or contact strips
• Display that is difficult to read in daylight
• Cracked or physically damaged LCD glass

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗞𝗶𝘁 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗿

• Failed display illumination or backlight components
• No power to the control head
• Damaged buttons or keypad contacts
• Circuit-board corrosion
• Water-damaged electronics
• Defective LCD driver circuitry
• SeaTalk communication faults
• NMEA input problems
• Compass, rudder-reference, course-computer, or drive-unit faults
• Damage to the front lens, housing, gasket, or protective cover

If the original screen has missing segments, inspect the PCB contacts and LCD-driver circuit before assuming the LCD is the only failed component.

𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

No soldering is normally required. Installation involves opening the control head, removing the original display, positioning the replacement LCD and elastomeric connector strips, and carefully reassembling the housing.

Basic procedure:

1. Disconnect all electrical power to the autopilot system.

2. Remove the control head from the mounting location.

3. Open the housing using the included instructions.

4. Record the orientation of the original LCD, diffuser, contact strips, and internal components.

5. Remove the original LCD and elastomeric connectors.

6. Clean the PCB contact surfaces carefully using an electronics-safe method.

7. Install the two new elastomeric contact strips.

8. Position the replacement LCD in the correct orientation.

9. Reassemble the unit evenly without overtightening the fasteners.

10. Test every display segment before reinstalling the control head.

Incorrect screen orientation, uneven pressure, contaminated contacts, or misaligned elastomeric strips can cause missing segments or an unreadable display.

𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲

Inspect the housing gasket and sealing surfaces while the controller is open. A damaged, flattened, or contaminated gasket can allow moisture into the control head.

A replacement gasket is not listed as part of this kit. Ensure the housing is properly resealed before returning the controller to marine service.

𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲𝘀

• One replacement LCD screen
• Two elastomeric LCD contact strips
• Detailed installation instructions

𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗱

• Complete ST7000 control head
• Circuit board
• Buttons or keypad
• Backlight or diffuser
• Housing or front lens
• Protective cover
• Mounting hardware
• Gasket or seal
• Course computer, compass, rudder sensor, or autopilot drive components