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4 Installing the RayPilot 650
4.2 Mounting the control unit
The RayPilot control unit is fully weather protected and is designed
for above or below deck installation. Connection to the course
computer is made via the SeaTalk bus.
RayPilot control units can be mounted on a chart tabletop, suspended
overhead or attached to a bulkhead using the bracket supplied.
Location
Mount the RayPilot control unit close to the steering station where it
will be:
• normally viewed straight on for best display legibility
• well protected from physical damage
• at least 230 mm (9 in) from a compass
• at least 500 mm (20 in) from radio receiving equipment
• accessible from behind to install and run cables
233 mm (9.2 in) 74 mm (2.9 in)
33 mm
(1.3 in)
47.5 mm (1.87 in)
193 mm (7.6 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
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