Networking MFD e97 to SmartPilot X-5 via Seatalkng Problem

[sailrj]

Cannot get my new MFD e97 to recognize and communicate with my X-5 SmartPilot. I used a Seatalkng spur cable to go from the SPX-5 course computer Seatalkng connections to the SeaTalkng connection on the back of the e97. The e97 has an independent power source. The SPX-5 is suppose to be a bridge between SeaTalk and SeaTalkng Next, I turned on the Autopilot control from the Homescreen>Set-up>System Settings>Autopilot Control>On and I enabled the Pilot Bar from the Customize screen. The e97 does not show an autopilot connected and I cannot get the e97 recognize an SPX-5 present. The X-5 autopilot works great through the ST 6001 control head. Checked all connections between the SPX-5 and the e97 and look correct. The X-5 worked fine with the previous chart plotter, a Standard Horizon CP 300. The CP 300 was connected through the NMEA 0183. Any input on how to get the e97 to communicate with the X-5 would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.