Raymarine SmartPilot ST8001 Operating Manual - Important Information
Important Information
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Important Information
About the documentation provided
Welcome to Raymarine SmartPilot. The autopilot system that will steer your
boat to a heading automatically, accurately, reliably and comfortably.
SmartPilot documentation is arranged so that you can install, commission
and quickly use your SmartPilot, keeping to hand only the information
necessary.
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Installation Sheets
- One per element of the system, these easy to under-
stand sheets guide you through the installation process. These can be dis-
carded once the installation is complete.
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SmartPilot Commissioning Guide
- Describes how to connect, com-
mission and configure the system.
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Quick Start Guide
- Once commissioned, use your Smart Pilot right
away with this handy guide to the main operations.
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Operating Guide
- This handbook. Contains a detailed description of
the SmartPilot’s features and functions.
Warranty
To register your new Raymarine product, please take a few minutes to fill out
the warranty card. It is important that you complete the owner information
and return the card to us to receive full warranty benefits.
Safety notices
WARNING: Calibration
We supply this product calibrated to default settings that should provide
initial stable performance for most boats. To ensure optimum performance
on your boat, you must complete the procedures in
SmartPilot
Commissioning Guide
before use.
WARNING: Navigation aid
Although we have designed this product to be accurate and reliable, many
factors can affect its performance. As a result, it should only be used as an aid
to navigation and should never replace common sense and navigational
judgement. Always maintain a permanent watch so you can respond to
situations as they develop.