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1.2 Installation of Standard Equipment

Installing the display unit

Mounting considerations
The display unit can be installed on a tabletop or on the overhead.
When selecting a mounting location for the display unit keep the
following in mind:
• Keep the display unit out of direct sunlight.
• The temperature and humidity should be moderate and stable.
• Locate the unit away from exhaust pipes and vents.
• The mounting location should be well ventilated.
• Mount the unit where shock and vibration are minimal.
• Keep the unit away electromagnetic field generating equipment
such as motor, generator.
• For maintenance and checking purposes, leave sufficient space
at the sides and rear of the unit and leave slack in cables.
• A gyrocompass will be affected if placed too close to the dis-
play unit. Observe the following compass safe distances to pre-
vent disturbance to the gyrocompass:
Standard compass: 0.7 meters
Steering compass: 0.6 meters
Cover
Tabletop Overhead
Figure 1-1 Display unit mounting methods