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Raymarine SmartPilot X-5 User Manual

Raymarine SmartPilot X-5
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SmartPilot X-5
Tiller & GP Tiller
Operating Guide
Document reference: 81303-2
Date: August 2008

Table of Contents

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Raymarine SmartPilot X-5 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeAutopilot
Power Supply12V DC
Heading SensorFluxgate compass
Data ConnectionsNMEA 0183
Max Boat Weight2, 500 kg (5, 500 lbs)
Maximum Boat Length15 m
Max Boat Displacement2, 500 kg (5, 500 lbs)
Power Consumption (standby)50mA
Operating Temperature-20 to +55 °C

Summary

Important Information

Chapter 1: Basic operation

1.1 Introduction

Introduces the SPX-5 Tiller system, its purpose, and maximum displacement values.

1.2 Using the control unit

Details how to switch the control unit on/off and its basic functions.

1.3 Using the SPX-5 Tiller system to steer your boat

Guides on how to use the SPX-5 Tiller system to steer the boat to a heading.

Automatically steering to a heading

Step-by-step guide on how to use the system to steer the boat to a heading.

Returning to hand steering

Procedure to disengage the autopilot and return to manual steering control.

Changing course in Auto mode

How to change the locked heading using course change keys in Auto mode.

1.4 Adjusting pilot performance

Explains how to adjust the system's performance by changing the response level.

1.7 Alarms

Lists alarms supported by the SPX-5 Tiller system and how to respond.

1.8 User setup options

Explains how to access user calibration mode for system setup.

Chapter 2: Following a route

2.2 Using Track mode

Explains how the autopilot follows a pre-defined route or track.

Entering track mode

Details how to enter Track mode and leave it, including waypoint handling.

Avoiding obstacles

How to avoid obstacles in Track mode and re-initiate the mode.

2.3 Using Wind Vane mode

How the system maintains a course relative to wind angle.

Entering Wind Vane mode

Step-by-step guide to enter Wind Vane mode from Standby or Auto.

Leaving Wind Vane mode

How to exit Wind Vane mode and return to Auto or Standby.

Avoiding obstacles in Wind Vane mode

How to avoid obstacles while in Wind Vane mode.

Using AutoTack in Wind Vane mode

How to perform an automatic tack maneuver in Wind Vane mode.

Chapter 3: Troubleshooting & maintenance

3.1 Troubleshooting

Provides tables to help identify and solve problems with the SPX-5 Tiller system.

SPX-5 Tiller system alarm messages

Lists alarm messages, their causes, and remedies for system faults.

3.2 Maintenance

Details important maintenance, safety precautions, and available spare parts.

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