[CA] [CA11] autopilot

[Chuck - Raymarine - Moderator]

David,

Q1. When you say "A powered and properly terminated SeaTalking/NMEA 2000 backbone" How do I properly terminate the NMEA cable?
A1. Termination simply involve installation of one SeaTalkng Termination Plug in each of the backbone's two end sockets. More information concerning SeaTalkng / NMEA 2000 Networking may be found with the SeaTalkng Reference Manual. Although a bit dated, the overwhelming percentage of the information contained therein remains valid.

Q2. My other question concerns grounding. I don't understand what an RF ground point is and what a drain conductor (screen) is.
A2. Please click here to view a FAQ addressing this subject.

Q3. The electric system on the C-Dory is minimal, should I run a separate supply from the battery to the ev-200 and then power the back bone from the ev200 and from the backbone power the displays? Will the drive unit (octopus) need a separate power supply?
A3. Please click here to view a FAQ addressing this subject.