IM Installation, To install the IM | Lowrance electronic LWX-1

IM Installation

With all of the AR installation options, it is recommended that the IM is mounted/ installed below deck.

To install the IM:

1.Open the IM enclosure by unscrewing the two IM Enclosure Screws on the front panel

2.Insert the male RJ45 connector on the end of the AR Interconnect Cable into the female RJ45 connector in the middle of the inside of the IM enclosure. The RJ45 connector will click into place when it is connected correctly

3.Route the AR Intercon- nect Cable through the exit slot of the IM en- closure (between the

other two cables) and close the IM

4.Re-insert and tighten IM Enclosure Screws (from Step 1) on the IM cover

5.Mount the IM with the IM Mounting Screws provided, on a vertical surface, with the cables exiting downwards

6.Connect the IM Power Cable to the vessel’s power (8 to 16 VDC source)

7.Connect the IM Network Cable to the Chartplotter

LWX-1 specifications

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