Raymarine Heading Sensor - Manual (Page 7)

1 Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 1: Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Raymarine product. We are sure your
Heading Sensor will give you many years of trouble-free operation.
This Heading Sensor is designed to provide reliable performance, even
under the most demanding conditions.
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1.1 Handbook information
This handbook contains important information on the installation,
calibration and maintenance of your Heading Sensor. Please read the
handbook thoroughly, so that you get the best results from this product.
1.2 Description
The Raymarine Heading Sensor consists of an oil-filled sphere
suspended in a custom built “swing bracket”, together with associated
electronics.
The Heading Sensor transmits magnetic compass heading data to
equipment that is NMEA 0183 compatible, such as radars, RayData
displays, and RayPilot autopilot systems.
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