Compass - Raymarine SPX 10 Installation Manual

Chapter 3: Installation

3.8 Compass

CAUTION: Incorrect installation can cause serious performance issues
The most common cause of poor autopilot performance is incorrect compass
installation.
CAUTION: Compass subject to interference
The compass is sensitive to magnetic influences and other potential sources of
interference including engines and VHF radio waves. To ensure optimum operation
it is essential to locate the compass correctly. For detailed instructions refer to the
separate installation information supplied with the compass.
To mount the compass
• Fit the fluxgate compass using the installation instructions supplied with the
compass, paying particular attention to the compass safe area label.
• If you are using an NMEA compass as the primary compass, connect it to the
NMEA input on the SPX SmartPilot.
• If you are using the fluxgate compass included with the SPX SmartPilot, connect
the compass' flying lead to the to FLUXGATE terminal as shown below.
Course computer
FAULT
Screen
Red
FLUXGATE RUDDER
Cable, 8 metres (26 ft)
12V 24V
CLUTCH
Green
Yellow
Blue
Fluxgate compass
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