Bright Idea
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New Here, First post and happy to have found this site. I am about to begin the install of a Nav Pilot 300 with the PG70 heading sensor on a 22' Center Console Surf Launch Dory. I do not have experience with this unit nor am I aware of any other boats in our fleet that have the Nav Pilot. some have the Raymarine EVO 150 and are satisfied with its performance. The primary reason I have chosen the Furuno is that I will be upgrading to aTZT3 9" in the near future and would rather a complete Furuno Package than mixed brands. I have the component layout somewhat complete. The PG700 is the one component that I am concerned about mounting location. I have a space in the console on the centerline of the boat that would work for installation. The elevation is about level with the gunwale. Is lower better ? Is this ok ? There is quite a bit of 12 volt wiring in the console and the current chartplotter and FCV 587 will be above it. Is electrical interference an issue ? Does the gesture control need a clear path to the control box or the heading sensor ? I look forward to your experiences. Thank You in advance for the input.