Raymarine RS130 GPS Installation Instructions Manual - 4.1 Location Requirements
4.1 Location requirements
When planning the installation location, consider the following:
• The GPS receiver is waterproof, and appropriate for above decks
mounting.
• Choose a location that provides the most unobstructed view of
the sky in all directions:
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• Do NOT mount the GPS receiver at the top of a mast.
• The GPS receiver should be mounted at least 1 m (3 ft) away from
devices that may cause interference, such as motors, generators,
VHF radio units and other transmitters / receivers.
• Ensure the GPS receiver is NOT mounted in the path of the beam
emitted from any radar scanner units.
GPS receiver mounting options
There are 3 different mounting options for the GPS receiver.
• Pole mount.
• Flush mount.
• Rail mount.
4.2 Pole mounting the GPS receiver
Pole mounting requires a pole with a 1 inch 14 TPI thread. The
thread must not exceed 20 mm in length.
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1. Securely attach the pole mount base to a suitable pole.
2. Pass the cable and connector through either:
• 2a) the center of the pole mount bracket and the pole; or
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2b) the cable exit hole alongside the center hole.
3. Attach the connector securely to the plug in the base of the unit.
4. Secure the receiver to the pole mount base using the screws
provided.
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