Raymarine SmartPilot X5, Installation & Setup Manual

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Chapter 2: Installing the system 21
2.7 Fluxgate compass
Note:
If you intend using a separate NMEA compass, do not connect the Fluxgate Compass
supplied with your X-5 Tiller system. Instead, connect the NMEA compass to the NMEA input on
the SPX-5 Tiller system.
Use these instructions to install the Fluxgate Compass.
After fitting the Fluxgate Compass, ensure you affix the compass safe area label
adjacent to the Fluxgate Compass.
The compass contains a self-levelling mechanism. This enables the compass to
provide accurate readings with pitch and roll movements up to +/- 35°.
Note:
When shaken, the Fluxgate Compass makes a rattling sound. This is entirely normal and
is not a cause for concern.
Compass mounting
Location
To achieve the best performance, mount your compass:
•
With the Raymarine logo facing the bow.
• As close as possible to the boat’s pitch and roll center.
• At least 2ft 6 in (0.8 m) away from your boat’s steering compass to avoid deviation
of both compasses.
• As far away as possible from large iron masses, such as the engine or other
magnetic devices.
Note:
To check if the intended mounting location is free from magnetic influence, tape a hand-
held compass to the chosen location, then turn the boat through 360°. The readings on the hand-
held compass and your boat’s main steering compass (if accurately aligned) should not differ by
more than10° at any heading.
Mounting procedure
1. Mount the Fluxgate Compass on a vertical bulkhead, with the cable leaving at the
bottom of the unit.
2. Stick the supplied warning label near to the compass, where it is clearly visible.
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