Document Outline

• Type 150/400 Autopilot System
  • Installation Guide
    • About this handbook
    • Important Information
      • Warranty
      • Safety notices
      • EMC conformance
      • Handbook information
    • Step 1: Check the Installation Kit
      • 1.1 Read this handbook
        • The autopilot system – core pack contents
          • Course computer
          • Compass
          • Rudder position sensor
        • The autopilot system – other key components
          • Drive unit
          • Control unit
        • The autopilot system – extended systems
      • 1.2 Obtain installation tools
      • 1.3 Check parts supplied
    • Step 2: Check Locations
      • 2.1 Identify suitable locations
        • Course computer location:
        • Compass location:
        • Rotary rudder position sensor location:
        • Drive unit and control unit locations
        • Cabling:
      • 2.2 EMC installation guidelines
        • Suppression ferrites
        • Connections to other equipment
    • Step 3: Install the Course Computer
      • 3.1 Select the location
        • Suitable locations
        • Unsuitable locations
        • Orientation
      • 3.2 Secure the course computer
      • 3.3 Remove the connector cover
        • Replacing the connector cover
        • Course computer inputs, outputs and fuses
        • Connecting cables to the terminals
          • Power and Motor terminals
          • Other terminals
        • Using the fuses
      • 3.4 Attach the power cables
    • Step 4: Install the Compass
      • Compass description and dimensions
      • 4.1 Select the location
        • Standard location
        • Finding the most suitable location
        • Steel-hulled boats
      • 4.2 Mount the compass
      • 4.3 Connect to the course computer
      • 4.4 Connecting SeaTalk or NMEA compasses
    • Step 5: Install the Rudder Position Sensor
      • 5.1 Rotary rudder position sensor - installation
        • Introduction
        • Ensuring correct alignment
          • Vertical alignment
          • Horizontal alignment
        • Securing the sensor to the boat
        • Attaching the sensor to the tiller arm
          • Attaching the tiller pin to the tiller arm
          • Attaching the connector rod
        • Checking alignment
        • Connecting to the course computer
      • 5.2 Linear rudder position sensor - installation
        • Introduction
        • Mounting
          • Connecting to the course computer
    • Step 6: Install the Drive Unit
    • Step 7: Install the Control Unit
      • Connecting to the course computer
    • Step 8: Clamp the Cables
    • Step 9: Integrate the System
      • 9.1 Connecting SeaTalk equipment
        • Possible systems
          • Single control unit, single power supply
          • Isolated control unit, single power supply
          • Separate course computer and instrument power
          • Typical larger boat system
      • 9.2 Connecting NMEA equipment
        • Course computer NMEA inputs/outputs
        • Control unit NMEA inputs
        • SeaTalk/NMEA interface
        • Connecting several items of NMEA equipment
      • 9.3 Connecting optional components
        • GyroPlus yaw sensor
        • Handheld remotes
        • External alarm
        • Wind vane (sail boats)
        • Off switch
        • Other manufacturers’ drive units
          • Connecting spool valves
            • Selecting clutch voltage (Type 400/400G)
      • 9.4 Setting-up the autopilot
    • Maintenance
      • Regular checks
      • Fault-finding
        • Course computer fuses
      • Servicing
        • EMC, servicing and safety guidelines
      • Product support
    • Specifications
      • Control unit functionality
    • Glossary
    • Index