{"id":13344,"date":"2023-09-08T17:21:58","date_gmt":"2023-09-08T17:21:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/manuals.seakeeper.com\/ride\/seakeeper-ride-commissioning-instructions\/updated-user-interface\/"},"modified":"2026-02-11T16:29:36","modified_gmt":"2026-02-11T16:29:36","slug":"updated-user-interface","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/manuals.seakeeper.com\/ride\/seakeeper-ride-configuration-instructions\/updated-user-interface\/","title":{"rendered":"3. First Installation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The following instructions are for Software Version 2023.9.1 and newer. If you have older Software, please update as soon as possible by downloading and following instructions here. https:\/\/ride.seakeeper.com\/support\/software-updates\/<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you cannot update your software, please go to Legacy Configuration Procedure<\/a> for step-by-step instructions on Configuring older Software.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

These settings all must be entered and completed in preparation for using Seakeeper<\/span> Ride. The following information details each system status screen item, what they mean and how they affect the Seakeeper<\/span> Ride system. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If this is the first time operating the Ride system and you are not presented with the welcome screen to match this guide, you must select Menu, Service, Factory Reset to follow this instruction and complete the installation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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ATTENTION! <\/strong>Changing these critical settings can render the system nonfunctional and create an unsafe operating condition. Please proceed only if you have read and understand this manual in full.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Please read the prompts in each screen and follow the instructions presented on your MFD within the Seakeeper<\/span> Ride app. <\/strong><\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Welcome<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Software Version<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Install Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Note:<\/strong> Boat must be stopped when performing install instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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System Validation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This step ensures all components are updated to the latest software and may take a few minutes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Software Module Orientation <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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WARNING: <\/strong><\/mark>Software Module Orientation mounting position and selection is critical to safe operation of your boat. Incorrect mounting and orientation selection may result in unsafe boat handling. If you have any doubts or questions regarding this step, contact Seakeeper<\/span><\/span> Ride Customer Support.<\/mark><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

The Software Module Orientation allows the user will choose between the two possible mounting positions “STERN” or “BOW.” The Software Module senses the boats motions and is a critical piece of the installation. This selection will align the boat motion with the Seakeeper<\/span> Ride components and correctly control your boat\u2019s attitude. Visual confirmation of the Software Module\u2019s location on board should be done at this step to ensure correct positioning on the boat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Note: <\/strong>Please review the Electrical Installation Manual (Seakeeper<\/span> Ride | Electrical Installation Manual<\/a>) and BILT App QR code (below) for precise details on the Software Module location for best performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Note: <\/strong>If the operator is facing the Software Module and are physically facing the back of the boat, the Software Module orientation would be ‘Bow.’ If the operator is facing the Software Module and physically facing the front of the boat, the Software Module orientation would be ‘Stern.’<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Controller Configuration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This step will assign the location, orientation and zero position for each Controller. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For Seakeeper<\/span> Ride Quad systems these steps will need to be repeated for each of the four (4) Controllers. The Software Module will automatically determine the correct quantity of controllers and display information accordingly. The location of each controller to each Distribution Module is not pertinent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The on-screen prompts for Controller configuration will have you start with both Actuators unplugged from the Distribution Module. Plug in the Port Side Actuator cable to the Distribution Module and select the Port Controller Cable Routing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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