SECTION TWO: Installing and wiring the 958

WARNING!

Before starting the installation, be sure to turn power off. Further, Northstar highly recommends keeping power off while you’re installing the system. If power is left on or turned on during the installation, fire, electrical shock, or other serious injury may occur. Be sure that the voltage of the power supply is compatible with the 958’s voltage rating of 10 to 36 volts DC. Connecting to the wrong power supply can cause fire or damage to the equipment. Be sure to ground the equipment to prevent electrical shock and mutual interference. Be sure to use the proper fuse. Using the wrong fuse can cause fire or damage to the 958.

Bench-testing the 958

Northstar recommends bench-testing the 958 before installing it onto the vessel. Bench testing ensures that the equipment is fully operational, and lets the 2201/2301 antenna or 2701 beacon receiver collect the current almanac and ephemeris data for the installed location, which results in less on-board installation time.

Mounting the 958

CAUTION!

Proper installation of the Northstar 958 is critical to accurately receive and effectively use GPS/WAAS signals under a wide variety of weather conditions.

Keep the following safe compass distance from the 958: 1.0m standard, 0.8m steering.

Choosing the best 958 location

Choose the mounting location carefully—before you drill or cut. The display screen is high-contrast and anti-reflective, and is viewable in direct sunlight, but for best results, install the 958 out of direct sunlight. See the figure below for additional mounting recommendations.

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