Type 150/400 Autopilot System | Raymarine instruction

Type 150/400

Autopilot

System

Installation Guide

Document number: 81173-3

Date: June 2001

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Raymarine manual Type 150/400 Autopilot System

Contents

Type 150/400 Autopilot System Type 150/400 Autopilot System Installation Guide Contents Specifications MaintenanceGlossary Index About this handbook Safety notices WarrantyImportant Information Handbook information EMC conformance Viii Autopilot system core pack contents Check the Installation KitRead this handbook Rudder position sensor CompassType 150G Type 400G Autopilot system extended systems Autopilot system other key componentsDrive unit Control unit Check parts supplied Obtain installation tools Course computer components Core pack parts supplied Identify suitable locations D5378-1 Rotary rudder position sensor location EMC installation guidelines Connections to other equipment Suppression ferrites Installing the course computer involves these tasks Install the Course Computer Select the location Course computer installation dimensionsSuitable locations Orientation Unsuitable locations Minimum Remove the connector coverSecure the course computer Course computer inputs, outputs and fuses Replacing the connector cover Using the fuses Connecting cables to the terminalsPower and Motor terminals Other terminals Ferr ite Attach the power cables Type 1 drive 12/24 Drive CR pump solenoids Cable length Cable gauge Copper areaType 2 drive 12 Type 2 drive 24 Compass description and dimensions Install the Compass Standard location Steel-hulled boats Finding the most suitable location Connect to the course computer Mount the compass Connecting SeaTalk or Nmea compasses Rotary rudder position sensor installation Install the Rudder Position SensorIntroduction Vertical alignment Ensuring correct alignment Attaching the sensor to the tiller arm Securing the sensor to the boatHorizontal alignment Attaching the tiller pin to the tiller arm Attaching the connector rod Connecting to the course computerChecking alignment Mounting Linear rudder position sensor installation Connecting to the course computer Step Install the Drive Unit Type 150, 150G, 400 and 400G course computes Install the Control Unit Clamp the Cables Integrate the System Single control unit, single power supply Connecting SeaTalk equipmentPossible systems Isolated control unit, single power supply Isolated control unit, single power supply Typical larger boat system Separate course computer and instrument power Typical larger boat system Course computer Nmea inputs/outputs Connecting Nmea equipment Nmea 0183 received Information extracted Course computer Nmea 1 and 2 inputs Control unit Nmea inputs Connecting several items of Nmea equipmentSeaTalk/NMEA interface Option 1 without SeaTalk/NMEA interface Typical Nmea connections External alarm Connecting optional componentsGyroPlus yaw sensor Handheld remotes Connecting spool valves Off switchOther manufacturers’ drive units Course computer connections Setting-up the autopilot Fault-finding MaintenanceRegular checks Servicing Product support EMC, servicing and safety guidelines Course computer specifications Specifications Control unit functionality Course computer specifications contdControl unit Course computer Type 150G/400G Type 150/400 Type 100/300 Term Meaning Glossary VHF EMC Index Type 150/400 Autopilot System Installation Guide Index Type 150/400 Autopilot System Installation Guide Rudder position sensor template AftPage Warranty Limitations Limited Warranty Certificate United States of America UK, Europe, Middle East, Far East Factory Service Centers