Simrad ap50 manual

AP51 Remote Control Power Steering system types Hydraulic, mechanical, solenoids Inter-unit connection Page Ap50 Control Unit Type Backlit LCD matrix Resolution Adjustable in 10 grades Mounting Panel mount or bracket mount optional Cable Robnet cable 15 m 49 ft. See Figure Weight IP56 Safe distance to compass Two External Alarm Open collector 0.

Potential free contact Heading output Power consumption Robnet Environmental Protection Deck-mount or bulkhead-mount Cable Robnet cable with connector Automatic Performance: Calibration Automatically activated by control head Rate sensor stabilized heading output Accuracy Automatically activated by control head Repeatability See Figure and Figure Weight IP56 Temperature range: Operation See Figure , Figure and Figure Weight Polyacetal POM Supply voltage Bulkhead mount Cable inlets NMEA instrument supply Potential free contact Epoxy coated aluminium Environmental Protection IP44 Supply and interface Robnet, 2 connectors Cable inlets Rubber glands for cable diam.

Page Environmental Protection Technical Specifications 6. The IP rating is a method to classify the degree of protection against solid objects, water ingress, and impact afforded by electrical equipment and enclosures. The system is recognized in most European countries and is set out in a number of British and European standards.

Page Index Robnet, 17, 26, 93 System select, 18 ROT, 84 System Select, 47 Rudder, 69, 75, 82 rudder angle scaling, 13 Thrust direction, 64 Rudder cal, 51 Thruster calibration, 64 Rudder calibration, 51 Thruster drive, 88 Rudder deadband, 54, 84 Thruster gain, 86 rudder feedback Thruster hyst, Page Simrad doc. Print page 1 Print document pages. Rename the bookmark. Delete bookmark? Cancel Delete.

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Simrad Radar CA44 Manual pages. Horizontal, vertical, or upside down Cable See Figure , Figure and Figure Weight Polyacetal POM Supply voltage Reinforced glass fibre polyester Environmental Protection IP56 Ambient temperature Epoxy coated aluminum Environmental Protection IP44 Supply voltage Epoxy-coated aluminum Environmental Protection IP44 Supply and interface RobNet, 2 connectors Power consumption Bulkhead mount Cable inlets NMEA instrument supply Potential free contact Epoxy coated aluminium Environmental Protection RobNet, 2 connectors Cable inlets Rubber glands for cable diam.

Environmental Protection Not for outdoor use Safe distance to compass Painted aluminum Environmental Protection See Figure Handle can be mounted pointing upwards or downwards. IP56 Power consumption Temperature: Operating The IP rating is a method to classify the degree of protection against solid objects, water ingress, and impact afforded by electrical equipment and enclosures.

Page Installation A visual inspection should be made to ensure that the equipment has not been damaged during shipment and that all parts are present according to the packing list. Page 74 Simrad AP50 Autopilot 4. Set the language see page 5.

Select the dockside settings and perform tests see page a Master operation b Boat type selection c Boat length selection d Drive unit voltage selection. Page Determining System Configuration 4. The AP50 Basic system is shown in Figure on page 13 and an extended system is shown in Figure on page Due to space limitations, it may be necessary to cut the length of the transmitter rod to move the RFS closer to the rudderpost. Page Rf45X Rudder Feedback Unit However, it can be mounted with the shaft pointing downwards for increased convenience.

The deflection can then be inverted in the AP50 software or as illustrated in Figure on page The cable length is not critical but should be kept to a minimum. The cable should be connected to the junction unit according to Figure Page Mechanical Alignment Installation Mechanical Alignment The purpose of this procedure is to find the zero point and to allow the feedback unit to operate within its active segment. If the unit operates outside this segment, there will be a feedback failure alarm.

Bring the rudder to Midships position. The feedback unit should be mounted on a plane surface and secured by bolts through the three holes in the mounting plate. Page 83 Installation The feedback unit has an external ground terminal an must have a proper ground connection to the hull. The grounding wire should be as short as possible and at least 10 mm wide. White lead must remain connected. This configuration is only for 24VDC. The resistor R 0. The resistor is not supplied by Simrad.

Page Final Check Simrad AP50 Autopilot Final check After installation, the cable glands must be sealed with silicon to prevent water from seeping in. Also apply silicon grease to the gasket between the bottom and top cover.

On the inside of the feedback unit cover, a piece of moisture protecting sponge is attached. Page J50 Junction Unit Installation 4. The junction units J50 and J are not waterproof and should be mounted vertically, as shown in Figure , in a dry place between the control unit and the drive unit. The junction unit must therefore have a proper ground connection to the hull.

Wheelmark installation requires separate monitoring of power failure. Note that Simrad does not supply an external alarm unit, required for a Wheelmark system. The diagram below shows how an arrangement can be made. The buzzer shall provide between 75 and 85 dB of power. Page Drive Unit Installation The relation between drive units, drive unit voltage, input voltage, drive output, and interfacing to steering gear are shown in Table and Table The AP50 system detects whether a reversible motor or a solenoid is connected and outputs the correct drive signal automatically.

Optional Bracket mounting This may be ordered separately from Simrad, part no. Instrument Screens and Menu Screen Selection Instrument Set-up. AP50 Autopilot System CDA Course Detector CD Course Detector FU50 Steering Lever Environmental Protection NMEA Sentences Unpacking and Handling Installation Index Determining System Configuration AP50 System Layout Electrical Connection Mechanical Alignment Mechanical mounting Electrical installation Final check J50 Junction Unit Cable Connections Junction Unit Terminals System Select External Alarm Non Wheelmark System External Alarm Wheelmark System Drive Unit Installation Connecting a Reversible Pump Connecting a Hydraulic Linear Drive Solenoids externally powered, common positive Connecting Solenoid Valves Solenoids not externally powered Control Unit Optional Bracket mounting RobNet Network Cables AP51 Remote Control Connection AP51 in a Wheelmark System JP21 Jack Point Installation RFC35 Fluxgate Compass Analog Heading Repeater Digital Heading Repeater CDI35 Interface Description of Installation Set-up Installation Menu Language selection Boat Type Boat Length Drive Unit Voltage Rudder Feedback Calibration Rudder Calibration Rudder Test Set Rudder Zero Rudder Limit Rudder Deadband Interface Set-up Sea Trial Compass Calibration Compass Offset Thruster Calibration, Analog Thruster Thruster zero Minimum Thrust, Analog Thruster Speed source Set Cruising Speed Set Rate of Turn Manual Tuning Automatic tuning Speed Response Final Test Providing User Training Service Menu System Data NMEA Data Master Reset Settings Menu W Init rudder W Autotrim Course Adjust Compass difference Off Heading lim Drive engage Drive type Drive out Counter rudder W Seastate W Rudder W Count rudder W Rudder limit Cruising speed Speed response Transition Speed Nav Gain Minimum rudder Turn mode Rate of Turn W Rate of Turn W Radius Added stop time Init NAV Turn Gain W Turn Gain Rate Sensitivity Thruster inhibit Thruster sensitivity Thruster gain Minimum thrust Thruster hyst Thruster Drive Response delay Control unit Junction Unit Rudder Feedback Drive unit Exchange of software program Congratulations on the purchase of your new Simrad AP50 autopilot system and thank you for selecting what we feel is one of the most advanced autopilot systems available on the market today.

Today, Simrad manufactures a complete range of autopilots for all types of vessels, from leisure boats to advanced steering systems for merchant marine vessels.

The company's involvement in autopilots began in with equipment for the North Sea fishing fleet under the brand name Robertson. Professional mariners around the world acknowledge that the Robertson and Simrad brand names are synonymous with the absolute best in autopilot technology. The AP50 autopilot from Simrad represents yet another step forward in autopilot technology with the intent of providing small fishing boats and work boats up to feet with a host of new features.

The system can be expanded and enhanced with a selection of options and accessories. The brain in the AP50 autopilot system is the single "intelligent" junction unit that communicates with all other system modules on a RobNet network.

The RobNet has been developed to establish a reliable digital communication and power distribution network between the units in the system.

The RobNet simplifies installation and enables the AP50 system to be easily expanded at any time. This means that the AP50 complies with the highest level of tests for nonmilitary marine electronic navigation equipment existing today.

This means that all system components covered by annex A1 must be type-approved accordingly and must carry the Wheelmark, which is a symbol of conformity with the Marine Equipment Directive. Simrad has no responsibility for the incorrect installation or use of the AP50 autopilot, so it is essential for the person in charge of the installation to be familiar with the relevant requirements as well as with the contents of this manual, which covers correct installation and use. The purpose of the Marine Equipment Directive is to enhance safety at sea and to prevent marine pollution through the uniform application of the relevant international instruments relating to equipment listed in Annex A1.

The ISM Code was included as a new chapter IX of SOLAS in , and is mandatory for: passenger ships not later than 1 st of July, ; oil tankers; chemical tankers; gas carriers; bulk carriers and cargo high speed craft of gross tonnage and upwards not later than 1 st of July, ; and other cargo ships and mobile offshore drilling units of gross tonnage and upwards not later than 1 st of July, It is required that both the shipping company and ships shall be certified by the Administration the government of the state whose flag the ship is entitled to fly , by an organization recognized by the Administration or by the government of the country acting on behalf of the Administration.