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-====== DIY Guide for Building Your Raspberry Pi Navigation System ======
+====== HowTo: Build a Raspberry Pi Navigation System ======
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+{{:wegmat.png?200 |{{:firefly_20241118061720.png?200 |}}Assembly Manual for Open Ocean DIY Chart Plotter KIT
-Assembly Manual for Open Ocean DIY Chart Plotter KIT
-Creating a detailed, beginner-friendly DIY guide for assembling your kit will empower users to build their navigation system confidently. Here is an outline for such a guide: The Raspberry Pi Navigation Kit from Open Ocean is a comprehensive DIY solution for sailors looking to create a fully customized and cost-effective marine navigation system. Packed with essential hardware and pre-configured software, this kit includes everything needed to set up GPS navigation, AIS reception, and email communication, all on a power-efficient Raspberry Pi 4 platform. Designed for ease of assembly, the kit empowers users to build their own system with components like a GPS receiver, RTL-SDR radio, and convenient mounting accessories, while offering robust tools such as OpenCPN for chart plotting, Signal K for real-time data integration, and Thunderbird for connectivity. Whether you're cruising the Great Loop or exploring coastal waters, this kit puts innovative technology in your hands, making navigation smarter and more accessible.
+Here is an outline for such a guide: The Raspberry Pi Navigation Kit from Open Ocean is a comprehensive DIY solution for sailors looking to create a fully customized and cost-effective marine navigation system. Packed with essential hardware and pre-configured software, this kit includes everything needed to set up GPS navigation, AIS reception, and email communication, all on a power-efficient Raspberry Pi 4 platform. Designed for ease of assembly, the kit empowers users to build their own system with components like a GPS receiver, RTL-SDR radio, and convenient mounting accessories while offering robust tools such as OpenCPN for chart plotting, Signal K for real-time data integration, and Thunderbird for connectivity. Whether cruising the Great Loop or exploring coastal waters, this kit puts innovative technology in your hands, making navigation smarter and more accessible.
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 Wireless Keyboard/Mouse
   Screws and wires for assembly
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 . Gather Additional Tools
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 . Assemble the Hardware
-    A. Open the case and ensure the Raspberry Pi fits snugly inside.
+    A. Open the case and ensure the Raspberry Pi fits snugly inside the faceplate provided with the kit.
+    B. Attach the support bars to the sides of the case on the marks.  Be sure to allow enough depth for the faceplate to be flush.
-  Align GPIO pins and ports with the case cutouts.
+  Align GPIO pins and ports with the case cutouts. (for
     B. Connect Power Supply
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   Use the terminal block to organize connections like power inputs and optional sensor integration.
   Secure wires with screws to avoid loose connections.
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 . Power Up and Test
 . Insert the pre-configured MicroSD card into the Raspberry Pi.
 . Connect the system to a 12V power supply and switch it on.
 . Verify the Pi boots up correctly (monitor optional, check LEDs)
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 . Configure Software
   A. Access OpenCPN
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 . Open Thunderbird and set up your email account.
 . Test sending/receiving emails to ensure connectivity.
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 . Customize and Optimize
 Use Signal K dashboards to add additional visualizations. Connect optional GPIO or terminal block sensors for extra data streams (e.g., tank levels, weather).
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 . Finalize Assembly
 Secure all components in the case. Double-check all connections. Ensure the external antenna, USB ports, and power switch are accessible.
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 . Maintenance Tips
 Regularly update software using apt-get and application update features. Keep spare fuses for the power system (if applicable). Use Signal K’s built-in tools to troubleshoot issues.