Raymarine SmartPilot X-5R Drive Installation & Setup

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31Chapter 3: Commissioning & SetupThis chapter describes the commissioning and setup procedures for your RaymarineSPX-5R Drive system.RequirementThe commissioning procedures are mandatory and must be carried out afterinstallation, before the SPX-5R Drive system is used to steer the boat. Thecommissioning procedures comprise a series of dockside checks and setupprocedures followed by a short seatrial.Additional setup procedures are also provided for you to fine tune your SPX-5R Drivesystem for optimum performance with your boat. They are not mandatory and youmay find that you do not need to use them if the SPX-5R Drive system operates toyour satisfaction after commissioning.When commissioning and setting up the SPX-5R Drive system, use the suppliedST6002 controller (Pilot Controller):• standby & auto select the required operating mode.• +1, -1, +10 & -10 initiate course changes.• disp & track provide access to extended functions.Note: The system is also compatible with ST7002, ST8002, S100, SmartController and ST70Pilot Controllers.Power assisted steeringIf your vessel has power steering, this must be operating before commissioning orusing the autopilot. Operating the autopilot without the power assist steering inoperation could cause damage to the Drive.Rudder reference informationThe basic SPX-5R Drive system is supplied without a rudder reference transducer, soin the basic system, the Pilot Controller display does not show a rudder reference baror indicator. However, the SPX-5R Drive system is compatible with the Raymarinerudder reference transducer, and this can be fitted as an option.D10806-1Display in basic SPX-5R system Display in SPX-5R system with rudder referenceoption fitted