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    Two Raspberry Pi boards
    SD cards for each Raspberry Pi
    Power supplies for each Raspberry Pi
    Ethernet cables or a Wi-Fi network
    Basic knowledge of the Linux command line

  Install Raspberry Pi OS (formerly Raspbian):
  Download the latest Raspberry Pi OS image from the official website.
  Write the image to the SD card using a tool like Etcher or Raspberry Pi Imager.
  Boot the Raspberry Pi with the SD card.
  Set up Wi-Fi (if necessary):

Connect to your Wi-Fi network using the Raspberry Pi configuration tool or the command line.

  Open a terminal window on the Raspberry Pi.
  Update the package lists:
  Use code with caution.

  Install Raspberry Pi OS:
  Follow the same steps as for the Signal K server.
  Set up Wi-Fi (if necessary):
  Follow the same steps as for the Signal K server.

  Download the latest OpenCPN installer for Raspberry Pi from the official OpenCPN website.
  Follow the installation instructions provided with the installer.

  Open OpenCPN.
  Go to "Plugins" -> "Signal K".
  Enable the Signal K plugin.
  In the "Server Address" field, enter the IP address of the Signal K server (192.168.26.1).
  In the "Server Port" field, enter the default Signal K server port (3000).
  Click "Connect".

  Verify that both Raspberry Pi devices are on the same subnet (192.168.26.x).
  If using Wi-Fi, ensure a strong and stable connection.

  You can customize the Signal K server configuration to suit your needs, such as adding plugins for specific sensors or devices.

  Explore the various settings and plugins in OpenCPN to tailor it to your preferences.