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5 Installing the ST6001+
5.3 SeaTalk connections
The SeaTalk connections on the ST6001+ provide it with its 12 V DC
power supply and allow it to share data with SeaTalk equipment.
Connecting to a course computer
If you are using the ST6001+ as the main control unit for a course
computer autopilot system, connect it directly to the course computer
SeaTalk terminals. To do this:
• cut off the moulded plug at one end of the SeaTalk cable
• strip 5 mm (
1
/
2
in) of insulation from each wire
• then connect to the course computer terminals as shown
Note: If you are connecting the ST6001+ to a course computer
autopilot system that includes other control units, refer to the
information contained in the Autopilot System Installation Guide.
Connecting to SeaTalk
If you are using the ST6001+ as an additional control unit, use a
SeaTalk cable to connect it to another SeaTalk unit as shown.
Connecting to course computer as main control unit
ST7001+ or ST6001+
control unit (rear)
Type 150/400 course computer terminals
Screen
Red
Yellow
D5500-1
D5501-1
Connecting to SeaTalk as additional control unit
To SeaTalk
power supply
ST7001+ or ST6001+
control unit (rear)
SeaTalk
unit (rear)
