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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-5 Sport system.

The SmartPilot X-5 (SPX-5) Sport 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-5 Sport 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 SPX-5 Sport Course Computer.

2. Install SportDrive unit.

3. Install the autopilot controller.

4. Install the compass.

5. Connect power cables and system ground.

6. Connect additional equipment / cables to the X-5 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-5 Sport 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.

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