Gnss (Gps) Antenna Installation; Mounting M6 Main Unit - mcmurdo SmartFind M6 AIS CLASS A Installation Manual

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2.5

GNSS (GPS) Antenna Installation

The GPS antenna must be installed where it has a clear view of the sky, so that it may
access the horizon freely with 360 degrees, with a vertical observation of 5 to 90
degrees above the horizon.
GPS ANTENNA LOCATION
Enter the GPS antenna location data in "SHIP SETTING" after the installation.
2.6

Mounting M6 main unit

Use the following guidelines to check the installation location for your AIS
transponder:
The AIS transponder should be mounted in a location that is accessible and
readable to user at all time.
The transponder should be installed in a protected environment away from
direct rain and water contact.
The transponder is designed to operate in an environment with -25 °C ~ +55
°C temperature. Environments with excessive heat may cause damages to
the transponder.
The transponder should not be installed near flammable or hazardous
environments.
The AIS transponder should be installed at least 0.5 m away from magnetic
compasses.
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GPS Antenna location
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