Raymarine 150/400 manual Viii

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viii	Type 150/400 Autopilot System: Installation Guide

	Type 150/400 autopilot system
	Key components	Course
		Course
		computer	Control
			unit
	Rudder
	position sensor
	Drive
	unit
			Standard
			fluxgate
			compass
	Typical		Other
	drive units		equipment
		Rotary	SeaTalk
		drive	SeaTalk
	Hydraulic	drive	equipment
	Hydraulic		equipment
	pump
	Linear drive		NMEA
			equipment
	Options	External
		External
		alarm
			Active
			compass
	Wind
	vane
	External GyroPlus		SeaTalk
	yaw sensor		SeaTalk
	yaw sensor		handheld remote
			handheld remote
			D5191-2

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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 Compass Rudder position sensorType 150G Type 400GAutopilot system other key components Autopilot system extended systemsDrive unit 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 fusesConnecting cables to the terminals Using the fusesPower and Motor terminals Other terminalsAttach the power cables Ferr iteCable length Cable gauge Copper area Type 1 drive 12/24 Drive CR pump solenoidsType 2 drive 12 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 alignmentSecuring the sensor to the boat Attaching the sensor to the tiller armHorizontal alignment 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 interfaceConnecting optional components External alarmGyroPlus yaw sensor Handheld remotesOther manufacturers’ drive units Off switchConnecting spool valves Setting-up the autopilot Course computer connectionsMaintenance Fault-findingRegular checks ServicingEMC, servicing and safety guidelines Product supportSpecifications Course computer specificationsCourse computer specifications contd Control unit functionalityControl unit 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