Raymarine 150/400 Install the Rudder Position Sensor, Rotary rudder position sensor installation

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Type 150/400 Autopilot System: Installation Guide

Step 5: Install the Rudder Position Sensor

Note: Your autopilot system must include either a rotary or linear rudder position sensor, otherwise it will not function.

Refer to the following installation instructions to fit either a rotary or linear rudder position sensor:

5.1

Rotary rudder position sensor - installation

page 22

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.2

Linear rudder position sensor - installation

page 26

(on ‘bullhorn’ style hydraulic outboards only)

 

 

 

 

 

5.1 Rotary rudder position sensor - installation

Introduction

The rotary rudder position sensor is suitable for all steering systems apart from ‘bullhorn’ style hydraulic outboards (which require a linear rudder position sensor - see page 26). The rotary rudder position sensor connects directly to the boat’s tiller arm or quadrant.

Installing the sensor involves five main tasks:

ensuring correct alignment

 

 

• securing the sensor to the boat

 

 

• attaching the sensor to the tiller arm

 

checking alignme t

 

 

• connecting to the course computer

 

 

 

187140mmmm(7.35(5.5in)in)

70mm(2.75in)

 

 

60mm(2.4)in

D5386-1

 

 

Rudder position sensor - dimensions

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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 EMC conformance Handbook informationViii Check the Installation Kit Autopilot system core pack contentsRead this handbook 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 tasksCourse computer installation dimensions Select the locationSuitable locations Unsuitable locations OrientationRemove the connector cover MinimumSecure the course computer 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 Install the Rudder Position Sensor Rotary rudder position sensor installationIntroduction 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 armConnecting to the course computer Attaching the connector rodChecking alignment 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 Connecting SeaTalk equipment Single control unit, single power supplyPossible systems 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 extractedConnecting several items of Nmea equipment Control unit Nmea inputsSeaTalk/NMEA interface Typical Nmea connections Option 1 without SeaTalk/NMEA interfaceGyroPlus yaw sensor Connecting optional componentsExternal alarm Handheld remotesOff switch Connecting spool valvesOther manufacturers’ drive units 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