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Chapter 1: System Connections
This chapter describes how to connect the elements of the SmartPilot system
together and integrate connections from other equipment on your boat.
1.1 Before you start
Ensure the following core elements of the system have been fitted in accordance
with the supplied installation guides:
• Compass
• Rudder Reference
• SmartPilot Computer (S1, S1G, S2, S2G, S3, S3G)
• SmartPilot Controller (ST6001, ST6002, ST7001, ST7002, ST8001 or ST8002)
• Drive Unit
Note:
For Volvo Penta IPS autopilot systems the rudder reference and drive units are not
required. For more information, please refer to the Connections guide supplied with the
DPU.
The remainder of this chapter covers the connection of these units. When
complete, the core system will be connected like this:
Key components
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Rudder
position sensor
Fluxgate
compass
SmartPilot
Controller
SmartPilot
computer
Drive
unit
The SmartPilot system
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