SPX-10 with ST6001 Control Head

[Chuck - Raymarine - Moderator]

Welcome to the Raymarine Forum bradleyj,

The ST6001 Autopilot Control Head is indeed compatible with SPX Autopilot Course Computers. Not configuration settings need be changed within the ST6001 to function with the SPX-10. NO PILOT is a indication that the autopilot control head is not communicating with the SPX-10. It is recommended that the SeaTalk connections between the SPX-10 and MFD be inspected to ensure continuity within the SeaTalk cable from the black molded press-fit SeaTalk plug to the green SeaTalk connector used to mate the cable to the autopilot course computer. Should no faults be found, then it would be recommended that the ST6001 be tested again with the S1G to verify whether the NO PILOT message persists. If so, then the ST6001 would be deemed to have suffered a failure of its SeaTalk communications circuitry and will need to be replaced with a p70/p70R Autopilot Control Head. Should the NO PILOT message not persist, then the SPX-10 Autopilot Course Computer should either be replaced or sent to Raymarine’s Product Repair Center to be bench checked / serviced.