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Raymarine Axiom Surface mount

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Topic: Raymarine Axiom Surface mount

Posted By: Docjames122
Subject: Raymarine Axiom Surface mount
Date Posted: 07 March 2023 at 16:50

Hi,

I have a surface mount Axiom 7surface mounted on my binnacle. I need to replace the SD card. I can't see how to get to the back of the Axiom to replace it. do I need to open the binnacle and go in from behind or is there a way to remove the front cover pieces to bring it out forwards?

I will try and post a photo next time I am due the boat.

James

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Posted By: Ratbasher
Date Posted: 07 March 2023 at 17:14

James - the SD slot is on the rear of the unit; you'll need to open the binnacle. I wouldn't try to pull the front out as you'll likely break the watertight seal and possibly cause other damage.

It's a bit of a faff so I fitted an external Raymarine SD / USB slot which plugs in directly to the back of the Axiom. You'll need to cut a hole in the binnacle though, if you've space. See: https://www.force4.co.uk/item/Raymarine/RCR-Remote-SD-Card-Reader-and-USB-Socket/AXA" rel="nofollow - Raymarine RCR - Remote SD Card Reader and USB Socket | Force 4 Chandlery

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H400 (2008) 'Wight Leopard' Gosport, UK

Posted By: Docjames122
Date Posted: 07 March 2023 at 17:49

Ratbasher,

Thank you.

Going to have a look at the binnacle - but the remote option (although a bit pricy) may be useful!

James

Posted By: Ratbasher
Date Posted: 08 March 2023 at 07:43

Understood, James. Depending on the build of the binnacle, you might get away with just tightening a couple of screws along the base and hinging the unit up, providing you don't stress the upper fittings; that's what I did for the first two seasons. You might be able to get the SD slot a bit cheaper; I saw one on Ebay for about £115. However, unless like me you build a course on a laptop and export it the plotter via card (which might be possible via bluetooth/wifi anyway), you'll only have to open it up for operating system or chart updates so the benefit wouldn't justify the cost in any event.

Good luck!

Iain

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H400 (2008) 'Wight Leopard' Gosport, UK

Posted By: Martin&Rene
Date Posted: 08 March 2023 at 10:57

Yes, I find it annoying that whilst you can do system updates via wifi, I have to completely open up my binnacle pod to get the SD card out. Chart updates do not get done too often.

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Martin&Rene Hanse 341 Dipper Wheel steering, 3 cabin layout, normally based in Scotland

Posted By: Docjames122
Date Posted: 08 March 2023 at 19:21

Four screws on the binnacle and enough space to get in and pop the card out.

Now to get it updated.

Thanks for the help.

James