Raymarine 150/400 manual Ferr ite, Attach the power cables

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Step 3: Install the Course Computer

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3.4 Attach the power cables

WARNING: Electrical safety

Make sure the power supply is switched off before you make any electrical connections.

Follow these steps to provide power to the course computer:

1.Measure the total length of cable run from the boat’s distribution panel to the course computer, then use Table 3-1to identify the appropriate cable size.

Note: When selecting power cable you must use the gauge specified in Table 3-1. If in doubt, use a heavier gauge cable than specified.

Alighter gauge cable might cause a voltage drop between the supply and the course computer. This could cause the course computer to malfunction and will reduce the power supplied to the drive unit.

2.Route the cables back to the course computer, taking into account the EMC installation guidelines (page 7).

3.Install a circuit breaker or fuse on the power supply to suit the drive unit connected to your autopilot system (see Table 3-2).

4.Connect the cables to the POWER inputs on the course computer.

5.Attach the suppression ferrite (supplied) around both the positive and negative power cables,Courseb tween the cable clamp and course computer. When you attachterminalscoputerthe ferrite, you must loop both power cables so that the ferrite encloses two passes of each cable.

Secure the ferrite with the small tie-wrap (supplied).

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Course computer – connecting power supply

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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 Handbook information EMC conformanceViii Read this handbook Check the Installation KitAutopilot system core pack contents Type 400G CompassRudder position sensor Type 150GControl unit Autopilot system other key componentsAutopilot system extended systems Drive 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 ComputerSuitable locations Course computer installation dimensionsSelect the location Orientation Unsuitable locationsSecure the course computer Remove the connector coverMinimum Course computer inputs, outputs and fuses Replacing the connector coverOther terminals Connecting cables to the terminalsUsing the fuses Power and Motor terminalsFerr ite Attach the power cablesType 2 drive 24 Cable length Cable gauge Copper areaType 1 drive 12/24 Drive CR pump solenoids Type 2 drive 12Compass 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 Introduction Install the Rudder Position SensorRotary rudder position sensor installation Vertical alignment Ensuring correct alignmentAttaching the tiller pin to the tiller arm Securing the sensor to the boatAttaching the sensor to the tiller arm Horizontal alignmentChecking alignment Connecting to the course computerAttaching the connector rod 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 Possible systems Connecting SeaTalk equipmentSingle control unit, single power supply 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 inputsSeaTalk/NMEA interface Connecting several items of Nmea equipmentControl unit Nmea inputs Option 1 without SeaTalk/NMEA interface Typical Nmea connectionsHandheld remotes Connecting optional componentsExternal alarm GyroPlus yaw sensorOther manufacturers’ drive units Off switchConnecting spool valves Course computer connections Setting-up the autopilotServicing MaintenanceFault-finding Regular checksProduct support EMC, servicing and safety guidelinesCourse computer specifications SpecificationsCourse computer Type 150G/400G Type 150/400 Type 100/300 Course computer specifications contdControl unit functionality Control unitTerm 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