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-====== DIY Guide for Building Your Raspberry Pi Navigation System ======
+====== HowTo: Build a Raspberry Pi Navigation System ======
+{{:wegmat.png?200 |{{:firefly_20241118061720.png?200 |}}Assembly Manual for Open Ocean DIY Chart Plotter KIT
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-Assembly Manual for Open Ocean DIY Chart Plotter KIT
 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