Raymarine manual Type 150/400 Autopilot System

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Type 150/400

Autopilot

System

Installation Guide

Document number: 81173-3

Date: June 2001

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Contents Type 150/400 Autopilot System Type 150/400 Autopilot System Installation Guide Contents Specifications MaintenanceGlossary Index About this handbook Safety notices WarrantyImportant Information Handbook information EMC conformanceViii Autopilot system core pack contents Check the Installation KitRead this handbook Rudder position sensor CompassType 150G Type 400GAutopilot system extended systems Autopilot system other key componentsDrive unit Control unitCheck parts supplied Obtain installation toolsCourse computer components Core pack parts suppliedIdentify suitable locations D5378-1Rotary rudder position sensor location EMC installation guidelinesConnections to other equipment Suppression ferritesInstalling the course computer involves these tasks Install the Course ComputerSelect the location Course computer installation dimensionsSuitable locations Orientation Unsuitable locationsMinimum Remove the connector coverSecure the course computer Course computer inputs, outputs and fuses Replacing the connector coverUsing the fuses Connecting cables to the terminalsPower and Motor terminals Other terminalsFerr ite Attach the power cablesType 1 drive 12/24 Drive CR pump solenoids Cable length Cable gauge Copper areaType 2 drive 12 Type 2 drive 24Compass description and dimensions Install the CompassStandard location Steel-hulled boats Finding the most suitable locationConnect to the course computer Mount the compassConnecting SeaTalk or Nmea compasses Rotary rudder position sensor installation Install the Rudder Position SensorIntroduction Vertical alignment Ensuring correct alignmentAttaching the sensor to the tiller arm Securing the sensor to the boatHorizontal alignment Attaching the tiller pin to the tiller armAttaching the connector rod Connecting to the course computerChecking alignment Mounting Linear rudder position sensor installationConnecting to the course computer Step Install the Drive UnitType 150, 150G, 400 and 400G course computes Install the Control UnitClamp the Cables Integrate the System Single control unit, single power supply Connecting SeaTalk equipmentPossible systems Isolated control unit, single power supply Isolated control unit, single power supplyTypical larger boat system Separate course computer and instrument powerTypical larger boat system Course computer Nmea inputs/outputs Connecting Nmea equipmentNmea 0183 received Information extracted Course computer Nmea 1 and 2 inputsControl unit Nmea inputs Connecting several items of Nmea equipmentSeaTalk/NMEA interface Option 1 without SeaTalk/NMEA interface Typical Nmea connectionsExternal alarm Connecting optional componentsGyroPlus yaw sensor Handheld remotesConnecting spool valves Off switchOther manufacturers’ drive units Course computer connections Setting-up the autopilotFault-finding MaintenanceRegular checks ServicingProduct support EMC, servicing and safety guidelinesCourse computer specifications SpecificationsControl unit functionality Course computer specifications contdControl unit Course computer Type 150G/400G Type 150/400 Type 100/300Term Meaning GlossaryVHF EMC IndexType 150/400 Autopilot System Installation Guide Index Type 150/400 Autopilot System Installation Guide Rudder position sensor template AftPage Warranty Limitations Limited Warranty CertificateUnited States of America UK, Europe, Middle East, Far East Factory Service Centers