Raymarine SmartPilot SPX-10, Installation Instructions Manual

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2. Course computer — This is the central intelligence hub of the
autopilot system, linking the control head to the drive unit.
3. Drive unit — The drive unit interfaces with your boat’s steering
system.
4. Fluxgate compass — The fluxgate compass provides the
autopilot with a magnetic heading required for maintaining a
course.
5. Rudder reference — Required for some systems only. This
provides feedback from the rudder and can enhance steering
performance.
In addition the autopilot may receive data from other components,
for example:
• Multifunction display — The autopilot can connect to a
compatible multifunction display. This provides enhanced
capabilities for creating and following routes.
• GPS — Usually received from a multifunction display, the autopilot
uses position data when following routes and calculating the
optimum course to steer.
• Wind transducer — The autopilot can steer relative to a specified
wind angle.
Planning the installation
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