Raymarine SmartPilot X-5R, Drive Installation & Setup

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Chapter 1: Installation and system overviews 1
Chapter 1: Installation and system overviews
This chapter gives an overview of installation procedures and network configurations
for an SPX-5R Drive system.
The SmartPilot X-5R (SPX-5R) Drive system is intended for use as an aid to steering
leisure marine craft with a fully-laden displacement up to a maximum of:
•
4400 pounds (2000 kg) for mechanically steered craft.
• 7500 pounds (3500 kg) for power steered craft.
1.1 Installation overview
There are two stages to installing an SPX-5R Drive system, namely planning the
installation, then installing and mounting the components.
It is important to carry out the planning stage, to ensure that all components used in
the system, including cables and accessories, are correctly specified and located.
The following is a summary of the tasks in each stage.
Planning
1. Understand your system.
2. Check equipment supplied.
3. Establish suitable locations for the autopilot equipment.
4. Plan cabling and connections.
5. Produce a schematic diagram.
Installing
1. Mount the Course Computer.
2. Install Drive unit.
3. Install the autopilot controller.
4. Install the compass.
5. Connect power cables and system ground.
6. Connect additional equipment / cables to the course computer.
7. Final fix: secure all equipment in place; secure all cables.
1.2 Safe and successful installation
To achieve a safe and reliable installation of your SPX-5R Drive system, installation
must be carried out by a competent professional who should adhere to the
instructions in this guide.
Certified installation
Raymarine recommends certified installation by a Raymarine approved installer. A
certified installation qualifies for enhanced warranty benefits. Contact your
Raymarine dealer for further details and refer to the separate warranty document
packed with your product.
Getting assistance
If you need further assistance with an installation, contact your dealer or visit the
Raymarine web site
www.raymarine.com .