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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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Raymarine 150/400 manual Viii

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 Compass Rudder position sensorType 150G Type 400G Autopilot system other key components Autopilot system extended systemsDrive unit 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 Connecting cables to the terminals Using the fusesPower and Motor terminals Other terminals Attach the power cables Ferr ite Cable length Cable gauge Copper area Type 1 drive 12/24 Drive CR pump solenoidsType 2 drive 12 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 Securing the sensor to the boat Attaching the sensor to the tiller armHorizontal alignment 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 Connecting optional components External alarmGyroPlus yaw sensor Handheld remotes Other manufacturers’ drive units Off switchConnecting spool valves Setting-up the autopilot Course computer connections Maintenance Fault-findingRegular checks Servicing EMC, servicing and safety guidelines Product support Specifications Course computer specifications Course computer specifications contd Control unit functionalityControl unit 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