Raymarine AXIOM 2 PRO, Installation Instructions Manual

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10.1 Power connection
The supplied power cable is connected to the PWR/Video/Audio connector
located on the rear of the display. The power cable must then be connected
to a 12 V dc or 24 V dc power supply; this can be achieved by connecting to
a distribution panel, or directly to a battery. The product is protected against
reverse polarity.
1. Display’s PWR/Video/Audio connector.
2. Power/video/audio cable 1.5 m (4.9 ft).
3. Positive (Red) wire connects to the power supply’s positive (+) terminal.
4. Fuse.
5. Negative wire connects to the power supply’s negative (-) terminal.
6. Drain wire connects to RF ground point, if no ground point is available
connect to the battery negative (-) terminal.
Note:
• Axiom® 2 Pro displays are supplied with a Power/video/audio cable that
has a straight connector. A right angled connector cable is also available
(part number: R70887 ).
• The original Axiom® Power/Video/NMEA 0183 cables cannot be used
with Axiom® 2 Pro displays.
Inline fuse and thermal breaker ratings
The following inline fuse and thermal breaker ratings apply to your product:
Inline fuse rating Thermal breaker rating
15 A
15 A (if only connecting one device)
Note:
• The suitable fuse rating for the thermal breaker is dependent on the
number of devices you are connecting. If in doubt consult an authorized
Raymarine dealer.
• Your product’s power cable may have a fitted inline fuse. If not, you must
fit an inline fuse to the positive wire of your product’s power connection.
Caution: Power supply protection
When installing this product ensure the power source is
adequately protected by means of a suitably-rated fuse or
thermal circuit breaker.
10.2 Power distribution
Recommendations and best practice for the power connection of products
supplied with a drain wire as part of the supplied power cable.
• The product is supplied with a power cable, either as a separate item or a
captive cable permanently attached to the product. Only use the power
cable supplied with the product. Do NOT use a power cable designed for,
or supplied with, a different product.
• Refer to the Power connection section for more information on how to
identify the wires in your product’s power cable, and where to connect
them.
• See below for more information on implementation for some common
power distribution scenarios:
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