Raymarine 150/400 specification

ii	Type 150/400 Autopilot System: Installation Guide

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Raymarine manual Type 150/400 Autopilot System Installation Guide

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 information Viii Read this handbook Check the Installation KitAutopilot system core pack contents Type 150G CompassRudder position sensor Type 400G Drive unit Autopilot system other key componentsAutopilot system extended systems Control unit Obtain installation tools Check parts supplied Core pack parts supplied Course computer components D5378-1 Identify suitable locations EMC installation guidelines Rotary rudder position sensor location Suppression ferrites Connections to other equipment Install the Course Computer Installing the course computer involves these tasks Suitable locations Course computer installation dimensionsSelect the location Unsuitable locations Orientation Secure the course computer Remove the connector coverMinimum Replacing the connector cover Course computer inputs, outputs and fuses Power and Motor terminals Connecting cables to the terminalsUsing the fuses Other terminals Attach the power cables Ferr ite Type 2 drive 12 Cable length Cable gauge Copper areaType 1 drive 12/24 Drive CR pump solenoids Type 2 drive 24 Install the Compass Compass description and dimensions Standard location Finding the most suitable location Steel-hulled boats Mount the compass Connect to the course computer Connecting SeaTalk or Nmea compasses Introduction Install the Rudder Position SensorRotary rudder position sensor installation Ensuring correct alignment Vertical alignment Horizontal alignment Securing the sensor to the boatAttaching the sensor to the tiller arm Attaching the tiller pin to the tiller arm Checking alignment Connecting to the course computerAttaching the connector rod Linear rudder position sensor installation Mounting Connecting to the course computer Install the Drive Unit Step Install the Control Unit Type 150, 150G, 400 and 400G course computes Clamp 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 supply Separate course computer and instrument power Typical larger boat system Typical larger boat system Connecting Nmea equipment Course computer Nmea inputs/outputs Course computer Nmea 1 and 2 inputs Nmea 0183 received Information extracted SeaTalk/NMEA interface Connecting several items of Nmea equipmentControl unit Nmea inputs Typical Nmea connections Option 1 without SeaTalk/NMEA interface GyroPlus yaw sensor Connecting optional componentsExternal alarm Handheld remotes Other manufacturers’ drive units Off switchConnecting spool valves Setting-up the autopilot Course computer connections Regular checks MaintenanceFault-finding Servicing EMC, servicing and safety guidelines Product support Specifications Course computer specifications Control unit Course computer specifications contdControl unit functionality Course computer Type 150G/400G Type 150/400 Type 100/300 Glossary Term Meaning VHF Index EMC Type 150/400 Autopilot System Installation Guide Index Type 150/400 Autopilot System Installation Guide Aft Rudder position sensor templatePage Limited Warranty Certificate Warranty Limitations Factory Service Centers United States of America UK, Europe, Middle East, Far East