Raymarine 150/400 manual D5378-1, Identify suitable locations

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Type 150/400 Autopilot System: Installation Guide

StepTypicallocations2: Check Locations

2.1 Identify suitable locations

Step 2

D5378-1

After reading the following EMC installation guidelines (see page 7), identify suitable locations for each part of the system.

Course computer location:

mount vertically on a flat bulkhead below decks

dry, protected and well-ventilated

free from high operating temperatures and excessive vibration

For more information, see page 10

Compass location:

mount vertically, with cable exiting at the base

as near as possible to the boat’s pitch and roll center

at least 0.8 m (2 ft 6 in) away from the boat’s steering compass

in the back two-thirds of the boat

away from potential sources of magnetic interference

For more information, see page 18

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Contents Type 150/400 Autopilot System Type 150/400 Autopilot System Installation Guide Contents Glossary Index MaintenanceSpecifications About this handbook Important Information WarrantySafety notices EMC conformance Handbook informationViii Read this handbook Check the Installation KitAutopilot system core pack contents Type 150G CompassRudder position sensor Type 400GDrive unit Autopilot system other key componentsAutopilot system extended systems Control unitObtain installation tools Check parts suppliedCore pack parts supplied Course computer componentsD5378-1 Identify suitable locationsEMC installation guidelines Rotary rudder position sensor locationSuppression ferrites Connections to other equipmentInstall the Course Computer Installing the course computer involves these tasksSuitable locations Course computer installation dimensionsSelect the location Unsuitable locations OrientationSecure the course computer Remove the connector coverMinimum Replacing the connector cover Course computer inputs, outputs and fusesPower and Motor terminals Connecting cables to the terminalsUsing the fuses Other terminalsAttach the power cables Ferr iteType 2 drive 12 Cable length Cable gauge Copper areaType 1 drive 12/24 Drive CR pump solenoids Type 2 drive 24Install the Compass Compass description and dimensionsStandard location Finding the most suitable location Steel-hulled boatsMount the compass Connect to the course computerConnecting SeaTalk or Nmea compasses Introduction Install the Rudder Position SensorRotary rudder position sensor installation Ensuring correct alignment Vertical alignmentHorizontal alignment Securing the sensor to the boatAttaching the sensor to the tiller arm Attaching the tiller pin to the tiller armChecking alignment Connecting to the course computerAttaching the connector rod Linear rudder position sensor installation MountingConnecting to the course computer Install the Drive Unit StepInstall the Control Unit Type 150, 150G, 400 and 400G course computesClamp the Cables Integrate the System Possible systems Connecting SeaTalk equipmentSingle control unit, single power supply Isolated control unit, single power supply Isolated control unit, single power supplySeparate course computer and instrument power Typical larger boat systemTypical larger boat system Connecting Nmea equipment Course computer Nmea inputs/outputsCourse computer Nmea 1 and 2 inputs Nmea 0183 received Information extractedSeaTalk/NMEA interface Connecting several items of Nmea equipmentControl unit Nmea inputs Typical Nmea connections Option 1 without SeaTalk/NMEA interfaceGyroPlus yaw sensor Connecting optional componentsExternal alarm Handheld remotesOther manufacturers’ drive units Off switchConnecting spool valves Setting-up the autopilot Course computer connectionsRegular checks MaintenanceFault-finding ServicingEMC, servicing and safety guidelines Product supportSpecifications Course computer specificationsControl unit Course computer specifications contdControl unit functionality Course computer Type 150G/400G Type 150/400 Type 100/300Glossary Term MeaningVHF Index EMCType 150/400 Autopilot System Installation Guide Index Type 150/400 Autopilot System Installation Guide Aft Rudder position sensor templatePage Limited Warranty Certificate Warranty LimitationsFactory Service Centers United States of America UK, Europe, Middle East, Far East