Raymarine 150/400 manual Contents

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Preface

 

iii

Contents

 

 

About this handbook

v

Important Information

vi

Warranty

vi

Safety notices

vi

EMC conformance

vii

Handbook information

vii

Step 1: Check the Installation Kit

1

1.1

Read this handbook

1

 

The autopilot system – core pack contents

1

 

The autopilot system – other key components

3

 

The autopilot system – extended systems

3

1.2

Obtain installation tools

4

1.3

Check parts supplied

4

Step 2: Check Locations

6

2.1

Identify suitable locations

6

2.2

EMC installation guidelines

7

Step 3: Install the Course Computer

9

3.1

Select the location

10

 

Suitable locations

10

 

Unsuitable locations

11

 

Orientation

11

3.2

Secure the course computer

12

3.3

Remove the connector cover

12

 

Connecting cables to the terminals

14

 

Using the fuses

14

3.4

Attach the power cables

15

Step 4: Install the Compass

17

4.1

Select the location

18

4.2

Mount the compass

20

4.3

Connect to the course computer

20

4.4

Connecting SeaTalk or NMEA compasses

21

Step 5: Install the Rudder Position Sensor

22

5.1

Rotary rudder position sensor - installation

22

 

Introduction

22

 

Ensuring correct alignment

23

 

Securing the sensor to the boat

24

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Contents Type 150/400 Autopilot System Type 150/400 Autopilot System Installation Guide Contents Maintenance SpecificationsGlossary Index About this handbook Warranty Safety noticesImportant Information Handbook information EMC conformanceViii Check the Installation Kit Autopilot system core pack contentsRead this handbook 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 ComputerCourse computer installation dimensions Select the locationSuitable locations Orientation Unsuitable locationsRemove the connector cover MinimumSecure the course computer 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 Install the Rudder Position Sensor Rotary rudder position sensor installationIntroduction 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 alignmentConnecting to the course computer Attaching the connector rodChecking 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 Connecting SeaTalk equipment Single control unit, single power supplyPossible 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 inputsConnecting several items of Nmea equipment Control unit Nmea inputsSeaTalk/NMEA interface Option 1 without SeaTalk/NMEA interface Typical Nmea connectionsHandheld remotes Connecting optional componentsExternal alarm GyroPlus yaw sensorOff switch Connecting spool valvesOther manufacturers’ drive units 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