Step 4: Install the Compass

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Step 4: Install the Compass

This section provides installation instructions for the standard Raymarine fluxgate compass (supplied in the core pack). This involves the following tasks:

4.1

Select the location

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4.2

Mount the compass

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4.3

Connect to the course computer

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Note: This section also provides information about connecting other SeaTalk or NMEA compasses to the course computer (see page 21).

Compass description and dimensions

The compass contains a self-levelling mechanism. This enables the compass to provide accurate readings with pitch and roll movements up to +/- 35°.

76 mm (3 in)

76 mm (3 in)

D5381-1

Fluxgate compass dimensions

Note: The rattle that the fluxgate compass makes when shaken is normal. It is caused by the pendulum weight hitting the inside of the case.

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Raymarine 150/400 manual Install the Compass, Compass description and dimensions