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Simrad AP25 Manual for Volvo Penta IPS system

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1. CO En depth CCA set to 15 degrees Approaching reference depth from starboard Range 0 50 2 11 Dodge in AUTO Dodging is useful in situations where you need to quickly take control of the helm to steer around an obstruction and then resume the previous set heading Dodging is activated by a quick double press on the TURN DODGE button When in DODGE mode the displayed set course 1s the last one set prior to activating the dodge function When DODGE is displayed the AP25 is no longer in control of the steering and you must either manually steer the boat in STBY mode or take control using Non Follow Up or Follow Up steering The AP25 will remain in the DODGE mode until you exit DODGE by a second press on the TURN DODGE button or select a mode E Quick double press on TURN DODGE to activate Dodge mode 20222139A 27 simrad AP25 Autopilot Note Perform dodging in one of the following ways 1 Manually steer the boat by the wheel 2 Non Follow Up steering by pressing or using NFU steering lever 3 Follow Up steering by pressing both and using the course knob To return from Dodge mode press one of the following E Selects AUTO m Selects AUTO mode mode and returns T with the current to the last set heading as the set course course Using NFU or FU modes while dodging will make NFU or FU flash instead of DODGE 2 12 Thruster Steering optional 28
2. RUDDER P S LOG 17 1 kt Lo M The display has the following menu items Reference depth The reference depth is captured when the Depth pattern is activated To change the reference simply use the PORT or STBD button or the course knob Depth gain The autopilot is tracking the depth by computing an x track error when the boat is off the reference depth This error adjusts the set course to bring the boat back on track Use the gain control to have a firm or smooth response to the variation in depth Range 05 95 Main course This should be the main average direction of the depth contour you want to follow If the contour line is making a big change in direction you should manually adjust the set course to the new direction This will result in a quicker response from the autopilot If the course is not adjusted the autopilot will need more time to turn and steer the boat back to the reference depth Contour Cross Angle CCA With this parameter you can make the boat lazy s across your reference depth With the CCA set to zero there is no S ing The CCA is an angle that is added to or subtracted from the set 20222139A Operation course Each time the boat crosses the reference depth the sign of the CCA 1s changed and makes the boat turn to cross the reference depth contour in the opposite direction The larger the CCA the bigger the turn CCA set to 15 degrees Approaching reference depth from port
3. If the boat is equipped with an appropriate thruster page 10 it can be connected to the AP25 system and the boat can then be controlled by rudder and thruster When the AP25 is controlling the thruster you may e Have excellent course and track keeping performance at very low speeds AUTO or NAV modes e Have automatic heading control when stationary e g keep the bow into the wind and or the waves e Provided the warf has no steel construction you can use AUTO mode to keep the bow steady when docking A thruster icon below the mode index confirms that a thruster is connected to the system via TI25 Thruster Interface From the User Set up Menu page 37 you can switch the thruster on and off When the thruster 1s switched on both rudder and thruster is used to maintain the heading If the boat speed exceeds 6 knots the thruster 1s automatically disabled 20222139A Note 20222139A Operation Examples of display pictures STANDBY Non Follow Up steering mode RUDDER 00 Heading to be Heading to be maintained by rudder maintained by rudder and thruster AUTO mode HEADING RUDDER HIP S LOG S 1 kt EHTE amp HI HM Heading maintained Heading maintained by rudder by rudder and thruster When operating an On Off thruster be aware that most electrical thrusters have a built in thermal cut off switch The switch will shut off the motor if it is overheating and re engage it when it has
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5. 1 1 Ibs Power consumption 3W Display Ty Deis bd ene nin eater Backlit LCD matrix display Resolution oie iot ee titan 160 x 128 pixels CCO TO UB Sociis entrez undi otra Black Illumination s Adjustable in 10 steps Environmental Protection IP56 from front P43 from back safe distance to compass 0 5 m 1 6 ft Temperature OO DeEaLlliD queant udereaons 0 to 55 C 32 to 130 F SLOTA TO ieie 30 to 70 C 22 to 158 F 110 4 55 220 8 66 105 8 4 08 115 5 4 54 Figure 6 1 AP25 Control Unit dimensions Mounting bracket is optional equipment 100 20222139A Technical specifications 8 3 ACQ5 Autopilot Computer DIMENSIONS aceon See Figure 8 2 M IBI oreas 1 1 kg 2 4 Ibs Supply voltage 10 8 31 2 VDC Reverse voltage protection Yes Environmental Protection P22 safe distance to compass 1 0 m 3 ft Power consumption 5 Watt electronics External Alarm Open collector Temperature range Operation 0 to 55 C 32 to 130 F SOFITO eesin r 30 to 70 C 22 to 158 F Mounting eeeeene Bulkhead mount cable inlet downwards Material cennin Epoxy coated silumin and ABS Number of control units 7 Input for NFU control Yes Radar clock
6. Operation Seastate filter SETUF OFF Seastate filter 1s disabled Backlight BEN AUTO Automatically reduces rudder activity and Thruster sens autopilot sensitivity in rough weather by Sesastate filt Reset trip an adaptive process default HAH Srm BBE e6hr RATE User setut z Mowe LO M Bd3ust dc MANUAL Manual yaw band adjust 1 10 10 6 The manual setting determines the number of degrees the vessel may deviate from the set course before any command is given to the rudder The AUTO setting 1s recommended The MANUAL settings may be used to find the optimum combination of course keeping and low rudder activity 1n rough but steady sea conditions Reset trip same procedure as in STANDBY mode User setup 2 Refer to User setup 2 for STANDBY mode page 38 SETUP Source select Set shallow water H11 4ft Course adjust 4 1 Turn Pattern select Contrast BENE Move LO M Bd3ust c NAV Mode The User setup for NAV mode is similar to the User setup for AUTO mode It does not include the Nav Wind and the Source select items SETUP Idacklieht NE User setup SETUP Set shallow water 611 4f Contrast EEEE The User setup 2 contains the Set shallow water alarm and the Contrast setting Refer to User Set up for STANDBY mode LO M Adjust c 20222139A 43 simrad AP25 Autopilot 2 20 44 I NFO menu A number of in
7. R3I000X Remote C OOM asset brsceencenctedetenacncuatesenrcade a EE 103 OO OY SRC gee areca 103 o SN HR 104 5 5 IP DEOEEGHIODIseuus isis deu err E E Di ient re 105 0 0 SUING EMC SGA Saa pedi oesditescovvontdqese E iua D Sem Oen OUO S E eae AF EReS 106 e SC RR T 108 hrs de 111 20222139A System description 1 SYSTEM DESCRI PTI ON 1 1 General Congratulations on the purchase of your new Simrad AP25 autopilot system designed for the Volvo Penta IPS system and thank you for selecting what we feel is the most advanced autopilot system available on the market today Simrad manufactures a complete range of autopilots for all types of vessels from recreational boats to merchant marine vessels The company s involvement in autopilots began in 1953 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 Automatic steering of boats equipped with a Volvo Penta IPS system represents a new step forward in autopilot technology from Simrad Interfacing and steering algorithms have been developed in close cooperation with Volvo to obtain the best possible autopilot performance The way the autopilot integrates with the IPS control system is described in the IPS user manua
8. Square turn The square turn feature in AUTO mode can also be made a rectangle or any pattern when the next turn is 90 The user decides whether the first turn should be to Port or Starboard Ensure that the Square turn pattern has been selected under the User Set up 2 menu Refer to Turn Pattern select on page 41 To enter Square turn mode E Press of the TURN DODGE button repeatedly until SQUARE 1s flashing in the display SQUARE ime Bz2min 44 PORT Press STED B HEADING RUDDER HIP LOG 17 1 kt FEHTE H LO M SQUARE line a2 min Course Oa Next turn 105s STED HEADING RUDDER HIP S 290 LOG 17 1 kt RHTE H LO M Boat turning to starboard 20222139A The time between each 90 course change can be adjusted before the turn is initiated The AP25 will continue on the set course until you press either the PORT or STBD button to select the direction in which to make the first course change If you do not press PORT or STBD within 1 minute the autopilot will return to AUTO mode and stay on course When the square turn 1s selected you can change the time between each course change hence the length of the leg While you are on the leg you can also change the time and thus change the shape of the pattern You can also at any time change the set COUTSC To exit square turn mode press any of the mode buttons When pressing the AUTO button the new set course is shown in the upper portion
9. on page 84 Proceed to the next menu item by pressing the STBD button or return to Standby mode by pressing the STBY button Transition Speed The transition speed is the speed where the AP25 will automatically change the steering parameter set from HI to LO parameters or vice versa page 17 The default setting of transition speed is 5 kts It is recommended that you set the transition speed to a speed that represents the speed where the hull begins to plane or the speed where you change from slow to cruising speed The speed used for the automatic transition 1s obtained with the following priority 1 Speed through water from the speed log source 2 Speed Over Ground SOG from the GPS Chartplotter If no speed data 1s available manual speed selection 1s required see also chapters 2 8 and 2 9 INSTALLATION Rotate the course dial Seatrial clockwise until the transition Us redis IER pepe speed is set to the desired Damt ins 1 FOSAOG Derth i value in knots Offset Automatic tuning Range 00 30 knots Transition shPeed Init NAN 2 Default 5 knots HAW change limit Proceed to next menu item by pressing STBD button 80 20222139A I nit NAV Configuration and Setup Sets a firm or soft approach to the track line when entering the NAV mode at the first leg The approach angle 1s dependant adaptive on the distance XTE from the track line and the boat speed INSTALLATION Seatrial IS12TH
10. 1 20222139A Note 20222139A Configuration and Setup Master Reset A Master Reset is part of the final test at the factory which will reset the memories to factory settings Unless you need to clear all stored values during the installation setup procedure you should not perform a Master Reset NSTALLAT ON The Master Reset needs a double Service confirmation to prevent an zr enc dis accidental reset To perform a E cents Master Reset rotate the course Sn Baa knob clockwise and observe the Master reset Warning display then rotate the course Bue chee ad testen knob counter clockwise The will be required display will then read Master a Yes Reset confirmed Unless you have made a Master Reset exit the Installation Menu by pressing STBY to return to normal AP25 operation In the event a Master Reset has been made refer to chapter 4 2 Final sea trial After having completed all settings in the Installation Menu take the boat out and perform a final sea trial in open waters at a safe distance from other traffic e Steer the boat on all cardinal headings in AUTO mode e Start with low and medium speeds to get familiar with the response from the AP25 e If the hardware for automatic HI LO selection is connected and configured verify that the HI LO transition 1s occurring and the HI LO parameters are changing after the transition speed is crossed by more than 1 Knot higher or lower
11. 140 parameters Autotrim HI 40 sec Note The values in the table are factory set default and listed for information only After having performed the Automatic tuning the values may differ from those listed in the table See also Automatic Tuning previously in this chapter The two most important parameters that determine the performance of the automatic steering are Rudder and Counter Rudder Rudder sets the rudder gain which is the ratio between the commanded angle and the heading error Course to steer Too little Rudder Course to steer Too much Rudder e Too little Rudder and the autopilot fails to keep a steady course e Too much Rudder gives unstable steering and reduces speed 82 20222139A Configuration and Setup e Low speed requires more Rudder than high speed Counter Rudder is the parameter that counteracts the effect of the boats turn rate and inertia For a short time period it 1s superimposed on the proportional rudder response as provided by the heading error It may sometimes appear as if 1t tends to make the rudder move to the wrong side counter rudder The best way of checking the value of the Counter Rudder setting 1s when making turns The figures illustrate the effects off various Counter Rudder settings New course Counter rudder setting too low overshoot response New course Counter rudder setting too high sluggish and creeping response mI New
12. 20222139A Operation Automatic steering mode New captured heading 305 degrees Compass reading 301 M Magnetic or T True Heading source Rate compass Rudder angle 01 to stbd Speed 8 1 kt water speed from the log Steering parameters LO A A Regain manual steering by pressing the STBY button 2 8 Automatic control of steering parameters The AP25 provides two different sets of steering parameters for controlling the response of the boat at different speeds while in automatic modes The AP25 selects the LO response steering parameters when engaging an automatic mode from STBY provided there is no speed input This is a safety feature When entering an automatic mode at low speed the steering parameters may be changed to HI automatically by input data from a speed log or a GPS navigator SOG or manually The speed at which the AP25 automatically changes from LO to HI parameters or opposite is determined by the Transition Speed set in the Installation Setup Menu Sea trial See diagram below Legend HI A High response parameters set automatically LO A Low response parameters set automatically HI M High response parameters set manually LO M Low response parameter set manually 20222139A 17 simrad AP25 Autopilot opeed 7CK Transition to LO parameters S with increasing speed 10 Knots N Transition Speed set to 9 Knots Transition to HI parameters with decreasing speed 8 Kno
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14. AP27 connection If a Simrad AP27 is part of the system use the JP27 Jack Point and connect as shown on Figure 3 5 Note The AP27 cable contains an air breathing tube Check that the cable runs free to avoid blocking of the tube 3 9 RC36 Rate Compass installation DECK MOUNT Figure 3 6 RC36 mounting BULKHEAD MOUNT 20222139A 57 simrad AP25 Autopilot Note Note 58 The heading sensor is the most important part of the AP25 system and great care should be taken when deciding the mounting location As the heading is displayed on the AP25 Control Unit the heading sensor can be mounted at a remote location The RC36 rate compass also contains a magnetic heading sensor so particular attention must be paid to the location It can be mounted on deck or bulkhead athwartship or alongship and has a 15 m 99 cable with a Robnet2 connector The heading offset feature in the AP25 will compensate for the mechanical offsets that may be a result of the selected location and orientation of the RC36 If the RC36 is deck or bulkhead mounted athwartship with the cable gland pointing aft little 1f any offset correction 1s required With the cable gland pointing forward a 180 correction 1s required When mounting RC36 on a bulkhead alongship a 90 or 90 correction 1s needed dependent on whether it 1s port or starboard bulkhead Offset correction is performed after the calibration see paragraph 4 6 Find
15. Hind Ea12 H ffzet B Damt insi EGSHHH Terth Offset Automatic tuning Transition zPeed Init HAL HAW change limit INSTALLATION Seatrial IS12TH Wind EHa12 H ffzet B Ilamt ins EQGS668 Derth ffzet Automatic tuning Transition sPeed Init HB HAW change limit 4 7 Parameters INSTALLATION Parameters Rudder Cant Fudder LO Autotr im LO Rudder HI Cant Fudder HI Autotr im HI Recall Autotuned Select firm or soft approach to the track line by rotating the course knob Range Soft Firm Default Soft In NAV mode when the required course change at the approaching waypoint is bigger than the set limit you are prompted to verify that the upcoming course change is acceptable The limit can be set to 10 20 or 30 Default 10 A boats steering parameters found by the Automatic tuning can be looked at and if needed changed under this menu item The steering parameters can also be set manually instead of performing an Automatic tuning The parameters are divided into two sets page 18 e HI value parameters for automatic steering at low speed e LO value parameters for automatic steering at high speed 20222139A Sl simrad AP25 Autopilot Manual parameter adjust Use course knob to Displayed Automatic adjust parameters parameter tuning Rudder LO 0 20 ConRuddrtO 100 lAgorimLO 40se d STBD buttons to step through ContRudderH
16. Note 32 CE34 1 L the boat onto the track line HEADING HP Egersund 345 zu 2TO Cross track error XTE 0 017 nm to stbd NAV data source CE34 1 Compass reading 345 M DST 1 Q ri HM RATE L Next waypoint Egersund Bearing from current position to the next waypoint BPW 270 M Distance to waypoint 10 nm For Cross Track Error the number of decimals shown depends on the output from the GPS chart plotter Three decimals give a more accurate track keeping When operating the AP25 in NAV mode to steer through a route of waypoints the AP25 will steer to the first waypoint in the route after you accept the first waypoint as the location to steer towards When you arrive at the waypoint the AP25 will output an audible warning display an alert screen with the new course information and automatically change course onto the new leg 20222139A Note Bi EH 20222139A Operation If the required course change is more than the NAV change limit default 10 you have to verify that the upcoming course change is acceptable This is a safety feature See page 61 on how to change the NAV change limit WP Egersund Alert screen Press NAV button to BWW 100 verify course change larger than 10 ca 40 55 Ok Proce NAU If no verification is received the HEADING HP Egersund AP25 will continue on the current 1 35 100 set course in AUTO mode Regai
17. O O O O O O O O O O O O O O OOOO O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O00 0 0 O O O O 0 0 0 0000 00 0 000 0 00 0 0 ONO O0 0O O0 OO OOO 0 OOO OOOO OOO O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O 00 0 0 0 O O O O O O O 0000 00 00 O O O 0 0 0 0 O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O 0 0 0 0 O 000 00 0 000 0 00 0 00 00 0 0 0 0 O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O 0 0 0 0 O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O OOO A brand by Navico Leader in Marine Electronics O O O O O 00 00 00000 00 00 00 0 0 O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O 000 0 0 0 0 O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O 00 0 0 0 20222139A Instruction manual Instruction Manual This manual is intended as a reference guide for operating and correctly installing the AP25 autopilot in a Volvo Penta IPS system Great care has been paid to simplify operation and set up of the Simrad AP25 Autopilot Set up is significantly simplified when the autopilot is interfaced to the Volvo system However an autopilot is a complex electronic system which is affected by sea conditions speed of the vessel hull shape and size and the autopilot must be operated with this in mind Please take time to read this manual to get a thorough understanding of the operation and system components and their relationship to a complete AP25 autopilot system Other documentation material that is included in this manual is a warranty card This must be filled out by the authorized dealer that performed the installation and maile
18. U U U L LIS Tee Present position Lat Lon COG Magnetic variation SOG Navigation Data To wp position To wp ident Bearing wp wp Bearing pos wp Distance pos wp XTE Waypoint closure velocity Steering Data Headngsteengoma T M Additional PGNs supported Simrad Propriatory 61184 Parameter Command 65408 Parameter Reply 130840 DataUserGroup Configuration 65323 DataUserGroup Request NMEA2000 59392 ISO acknowledge 60928 ISO Adress claim 106 20222139A Technical Specifications Remarks Indata use IS source D SimNet proprietary Only transmitted If NV e My Psd kaon a a s 9ZdV O O0 o0 Oo o ojo o o GcdV O O0 o0 Oo oOoooc oo o OLdV O O O00 o ojo d o sun o ppp j Lr pg Jj In INFO views Depth Offset is displayed if offset is present X 80759 z LSES9 e y8Z6zl z 8262l z P 107 20222139A simrad AP25 Autopilot 9 GLOSSARY 108 Apparent wind The speed and direction from which the wind appears to blow with reference to the bow when the boat 1s moving also called relative wind Arrival alarm An alarm signal issued by a GPS chartplotter that indicates arrival at or at a predetermined distance from a waypoint see arrival circle Arrival circle An artificial boundary placed around the destination waypoint of the present navigation leg the entering of which will signal an arrival alarm Bearing The horizontal di
19. and NoDrift mode Locating compasses and knowing to keep magnetic items away Locating the Mains circuit breaker and the separate SimNet circuit breaker if provided Knowing the use of thrusters with the autopilot 20222139A Maintenance 9 MAINTENANCE 5 1 Control unit The AP25 Control Unit will under normal use require little maintenance If the unit requires any form of cleaning use fresh water and a mild soap solution not a detergent It is important to avoid using chemical cleaners and hydrocarbons such as diesel petrol etc Make sure that all open Robnet2 connectors are fitted with a protection cap It is advisable at the start of each season to check all connections to the control unit head If the control unit 1s not removed from the boat it should be covered with the white protection cover 5 2 Autopilot Computer No special maintenance 1s required It is advisable however at the start of each season to make a visual inspection of the internal and check all connections 5 3 Compass If the compass is exposed to the weather make a visual inspection at 2 3 months intervals and at the start of each season 20222139A 89 Simrad AP25 Autopilot 5 4 90 Exchange of software programme You will need a special kit for a PC to perform the programming of the ACO5 Autopilot Computer and the AP25 Control Unit Order the following from Simrad Programming kit P N 22088595 Instructions are inclu
20. button or until you select another mode Perform dodging the same way as in AUTO mode above Fe DODGE N O0 51 n 6 Quick double press on TURN DODGE HEADING WP ESserzuncd M M to activate Dodge mode 3 s 2 se S OD DST 1 3 nm LO M RATE 20222139A Operation To return from Dodge mode press one of the following l FA Returns to NAV mode at present position with a new NAV prompt Keeps all offset estimates Wind current etc in the algorithms recommended 2 Ea selects NAV mode at present position with a a new NAV prompt May result in a less accurate return to the track 3 selects AUTO mode with the current heading as the set course 2 16 Selecting a different Navigation source If you have more than one navigation source connected to the AP25 you will be able to choose any for navigation Refer to the Source select item in the User Set up 2 menu for details on selecting a different navigator page 38 2 17 Multiple station system In normal operation control is accessible from every control unit connected to the AP25 system One control unit is active and provides the user with access to all functions All remaining control units are inactive and have no effect on mode changes or course selection A single press on any of the mode buttons on an inactive control unit will allow transfer of command and make it active EJ Inactive 9 SI e RUDDER 20222139A 35 simrad AP25
21. data interface Yes 64 Le 9 161 3 6 4 t389 Lore r1 Ne wd st gs DO l 172 9 6 8 l Figure 6 2 ACO5 Autopilot Computer Dimensions 20222139A 101 simrad AP25 Autopilot 8 4 RC36 Rate compass Dimensions eeeeeeeeeee See Figure 8 3 ifo o 0 9 kg 2 0 Ibs Supply and interface Robnet2 Power consumption 0 9 watts Automatic Performance Calibration Automatically activated by control head Gain compensation Automatically adjusted continuously Rate sensor stabilized heading output ACCOTA eria lt 1 25 rms Repeatability lt 0 2 rms ROM PINCH oeoiosieet etit iiie dorieto P t 35 degrees Cable supplied 15 m TP shielded cable Temperature range Operation 0 to 55 C 32 to 130 F DLOLO PE coss URP INE 30 to 70 C 22 to 158 F Environmental Protection IP56 MOUNINO ae endroit seuss Deck or bulkhead EIS NE ENTRE White ABS 3940 013 98 0 3 9 86 0 3 4 72 0 28 128 00 5 0 90 0 3 5 102 4 4 0 106 4 4 2 Figure 8 3 RC36 Rate Compass Dimensions 102 20222139A Technical specifications 8 5 R3000X Remote Control 50 00 1 97 121 62 4 79 18 00 0 71 Dimensions
22. extension a Robnet2 T Joiner is required When installing a system try to minimize total Robnet2 cable length by connecting all Robnet2 units to the nearest available Robnet2 connector Total length of Robnet2 cable installed in a system should not exceed 50 m 165 Examples of interconnecting Robnet2 units AUTOPILOT CONTROL CONTROL COMPUTER UNIT UNIT COMPASS m JP27 Figure 3 5 Interconnecting Robnet2 units A Robnet2 T Joiner P N 24005662 is available to make the Robnet2 interconnection more simple by reducing the number of cables or extend cables when necessary See table for pin configuration and colour code of the network cable Cable pairs V SYSTEM 1 pair V SYSTEM 2 pair Yetw On Off 3 Yellow Q Grey 1 Pink Figure 3 6 Robnet2 Connector Note The connectors are weather proof according to IP65 when properly installed All unused Robnet2 connectors must be fitted with the plastic cap to protect them against dirt and moisture 56 20222139A Installation AP25 AUTOPILOT COMPUTER CONTROL UNIT Sn iii REAR VIEW CABLE NO 24006199 TO CABLE NO 24005639 10m 33 1m 3 VOLVO AUTOPILOT INTERFACE Figure 3 7 Autopilot connection Jl and J2 top are Robnet2 connectors J3 and J4 are SimNet connectors Note The Volvo Autopilot Interface is the gateway between the autopilot and the IPS system The gateway kit must be ordered from Volvo under P N 3819744
23. in Auto mode 20222139A Operation 2 14 Navigating with the AP25 Note Note 20222139A The AP25 has the capability to use steering information from an external navigator GPS Chart Plotter to direct the boat to a specific waypoint location or through a route of waypoints In the NAV mode the AP25 uses the compass as heading source for course keeping The information received from the navigator alters the set course to keep the boat on the track line and direct it to the destination waypoint Navigational steering should only be used in open waters By selecting the NAV mode the AP25 is set for automatic steering on the current set course and then waits for the user to accept the course change to the track line or destination waypoint To obtain satisfactory navigation steering the following points must be fulfilled prior to entering the NAV mode e The AP25 autosteering must be tested and determined satisfactory e The navigation receiver GPS Chart Plotter must be in full operating mode with adequate signal characteristics for valid position and navigation data e Atleast one waypoint must be entered and selected as the current Go to waypoint e The navigation receiver source for the autopilot will be the one that is automatically selected in the interface set up or manually selected in the User setup2 menu item called Source select page 3 The AP25 is designed to steer in mixed mode operatio
24. index to tell that no course changes or other course related settings can be made unless you press a mode key The icon will time out after 3 5 seconds and be replaced by the mode index Whenever the INFO menu is active and the mode index is present operating the PORT and STBD button or the course knob will immediately make the main display reappear 45 simrad AP25 Autopilot I NFO menu flowchart 9346 RUDDER WIND SHIFT H Egersund x 8 122 AD 9 3 5 sec l time out HP ESereund 80 839 D 9 99 3 5 sec time out A 46 20222139A Operation INFO menu and Main Screen active unit INFO menu Main screen 3 5 sec time out INFO menu and Main Screen inactive or locked unit Pd Inactive QOO wes RUDDER Fs ae eg a ee pas INFO FT INFO E SETUP p SETUP Last shown INFO page 20222139A 47 simrad AP25 Autopilot 48 This page i1s intentionally left blank 20222139A Installation 3 INSTALLATI ON 3 1 3 2 20222139A General This section provides detailed information required to successfully installing the AP25 Autopilot system A basic AP25 system includes only three modules that need to be mounted in different locations on the boat and also need to interface with at least three different systems on the boat e The Volvo IPS system e The boats electrical system input power e Other equipment on board GPS Chart plotter etc In addition the adv
25. known accurate heading The Offset value can be either positive or negative If an OFFSET still exists after having compensated for it one of the following problems may still exist e The heading reference to which you are comparing the compass is not correct e The automatic calibration is not correct Refer to above Compass deviation Proceed to the next menu item by pressing the STBD button or return to Standby mode by pressing the STBY button 20222139A Note 20222139A Configuration and Setup Set Thrust Direction Only applicable if a thruster is connected INSTALLATION Rotate the course knob Seatrial clockwise to activate the Set Sal ie pees 342 thrust direction setting Local field 15 Field anale Hilo Offset HHH Set thrust direction Rotate the course knob CW and verify that the vessel turns to starboard The thruster stops after 10 seconds or when the STBD button is pressed If the boat turns to port when the course knob is turned CW rotate the knob to port to ensure a starboard turn The autopilot has now been set to the correct thrust direction On thrusters a change in direction command will always be delayed 1 second to prevent thruster breakage Proceed to the Parameters item by pressing the STBD button or return to STANDBY mode by pressing the STBY button Wind Offset This offset only applies if you have a wind transducer directly connected to SimNet ISI
26. of the display Time gt 23 simrad AP25 Autopilot Lazy S turn The AP25 also provides a lazy S turn feature when in AUTO mode The user decides whether the initial turn should be made to Port or to Starboard Ensure that the lazy S turn pattern has been selected under the User Set up 2 menu Refer to Turn Pattern select on page 41 To enter Lazy S turn mode Press of the TURN DODGE button repeatedly until LAZY S is flashing in the display The course change can be adjusted before the turn 28 A Fi 4 C is initiated H2 Course ch Port Press step The AP25 will continue on the set course until you HEADING RUDDER press either the PORT or STBD button to select the direction in which to make the first course change If you do not press PORT or STBD within 1 minute the autopilot will return to AUTO mode Bourse ch az Change rate 35 Main course 239 HEADING and stay on course While in a Lazy S pattern you can alter the course change magnitude the frequency or rate of change RUDDER 1 9 and the main course An arrow shows the direction of the turn Boat turning to port 24 eee Main course Course change Low rate Main course High rate To exit Lazy S turn mode press any of the mode buttons When pressing the AUTO button the new set course is shown in the upper portion of the display 20222139A Note WARN
27. or at particular sea conditions a fine tuning of the steering parameters may improve the performance of the autopilot The Response control allows you to make this fine tuning It can be set to seven levels Level 3 default has the values of Rudder and Counter Rudder Thruster sens Seastate filt AUTO parameters set by the Autotune function If no Reset trit siege ie eal Autotune 1s made not recommended the level 3 RATE 8 User setut Move LO M Adjust c SETUP Backlight NN values are the factory default values A low response level reduces the rudder activity and provides a more loose steering A high response level increases the rudder activity and provides amore tight steering A too high response level will make the boat start S ing Range 1 7 Default 3 NA V WIND setting see page 38 Thruster sens only available if a thruster 1s connected The Thruster sensitivity determines how many degrees the vessel will deviate from the set course before a thruster command is given As the vessel Seastate filt mUTO deviates from its heading the thruster will push the Reset trit ages aaa Hak i 1 ei eo vessel back on A higher value will reduce the Move LO M Adjust c 42 thruster activity If the thruster commands are hunting from side to side the set value for Thruster sens may be too low Range 3 to 30 in 1 increments Default 5 20222139A
28. the primary function in large text and a secondary function listed in smaller text Each button provides you with a multiple function mode display WIND mode is not applicable hence not available in a Volvo Penta IPS configuration A group of user adjustable settings are provided in the AP25 User Setup Menu page 37 Alarms are presented in plain text to alert you of system and external data failure conditions Alarms include both audible and visual presentations The alarm listing 1s on page 91 ON OFF Standby mode At first time turn on see chapter 4 1 A single press on the STBY button switches the system ON and the following status displays are shown T Simrad utopilot mode AP25 SW 1 2 00 Software version I L Software release HW rev 00 C Hardware revision Sn XXXXXX SimNet no Simrad Autopilot computer model ACO5 SW 1 1 00 Software version LC Sof DOO MOO S000 Software release Power board revision Main board revision Self check SW and HW revisions shown are examples only 20222139A Note 20222139A Operation After approximately 5 seconds the following message is displayed The system is now operative and the unit that was turned on will HE MEO DNUS show the Standby mode display Penta IPS system Other units in a multistation system will display Inactive Control is transferred to any single unit b
29. to RLIDDER simultaneously command P 5 to activate rudder Follow Up Return to manual control in Standby by pressing the STBY button 2 4 Non Follow Up steering NFU In Standby mode the NFU display is presented when the PORT or STBD button is pressed The rudder will move as long as the button is pressed and the rudder angle is shown on the display Activates Activates E U D D E E PORT rudder STBD P S command rudder command 14 20222139A 2 5 SIMRAD Push button for Port and Stbd commands O o STBY AUTO STB Y automatic Automatic modes are active when the lamp is lit Simrad R3000X Operation R3000X Remote Control NFU In STANDBY mode the rudder will move as long as the Port or Stbd button is pressed In AUTO mode the set course will change 1 each time the button 1s pressed Note If you keep the button pressed it will automatically change the setting in increments of 3 per second Mode changes are as per table below Initial mode 1 press 2 press NAV NoDritft 1 When NAV or NoDrift mode is selected in User Setup 2 NAV or NoDrift modes can only be entered from the Control The principle is similar to that of R3000X Remote Control see above The rudder will move as long as the lever is offset to Port or Starboard JS10 has no mode change feature When a NFU steering lever or a remote control is operated the When AUTO mode is selected the AP25
30. 1 Her T 2005 12 52 INSTALLATION This screen gives access to the DisPlas units display unit set up of the i Jal ale js Wind Speed Sea temperature Den ft and Depth Use the STBD button to select an item and the course knob to select the unit Available units are Wind Speed kt or m s sea temperature C or F Depth m or ft Exit the Display units menu by pressing STBD button to proceed to the Sea trial menu or press STBY to return to normal AP25 operation 72 20222139A Configuration and Setup 4 6 Sea Trial WARNING The Sea Trial must always be performed in open waters at a safe distance from other traffic The seatrial settings are 20222139A Compass calibration To automatically compensate for onboard magnetic interference Compass Offset To compensate for a fixed offset A error in the final compass heading readout Set thrust direction optional only if interfaced to a thruster Wind Offset To compensate for a fixed mechanical offset of the Wind vane if installed Wind Damping To avoid flickering on the wind display Depth offset To compensate for the distance between the depth transducer and the surface if required Automatic tuning A method of determining the steering parameters Transition speed the boat speed at which you want to automatically change steering parameters Init NAV to set the response you prefer when steering onto a track in NAV mode NAV change limit
31. 15 you need the dedicated AT15 Active Tee as an interface item page 65 96 3 17 External Alarm The external alarm circuit has an open collector output for an external alarm relay The operating voltage for the circuit is an internal ACOS5 voltage Max load on the alarm voltage is 125 mA AUTOPILOT COMPUTER TB1 TB2 NFU Figure 3 16 External alarm connection 66 20222139A Configuration and Setup 4 CONFIGURATION AND SETUP 4 1 Notes 20222139A First time turn on Before attempting to turn on the AP25 and perform an Installation Setup the hardware installation and electrical connections must be completed in accordance with the installation instructions The design of the AP25 includes advanced features that have simplified the installation and setup of an autopilot START RUDDER This is the start up screen that is presented the first time you turn on your autopilot by pressing the STBY PWR button I You can postpone the automatic interface by going directly to the Installation Dockside setup Any time the STBY button is pressed the interface prompt will reappear until the automatic interface has been performed 2 Be aware that you will have no compass reading before the automatic interface is completed Continue by pressing the STBD START button to start the automatic interface ComPass Wa SPo Hawi dation Ha Temt Fosition DIizLos Mind H Derth SEARCHING RUDDER The a
32. 2TW or a wind transducer that outputs data on NMEA2000 format INSTALLATION The Wind Offset feature Seat ie allows you to correct for a E ele FB1Z H fixed wind angle offset Steer Dambins izs the boat directly into the wind ESHER Derth 8358 23m TETAN 3 with a damping of 15s Keep Automatic tuning the bow a steady heading for Teena i ec ASkn 15 20 sec and read the wind ML LE TM E angle If necessary turn the course knob to input an off set that makes the display read Wind 000 The Offset value can be either positive or negative TI simrad AP25 Autopilot Note 78 Wind damping INSTALLATION Damping of the apparent wind Seatrial angle is made by the Advanced ape oe F812 H Wind Filter AWF in the DamPing 12s rosaad Depth Autopilot Computer The Offset inputs to the AWF are heading Automatic tunina boat speed apparent wind Init unu viris angle and wind speed Verify HU NAY change limit that these inputs are available in User Setup2 Source Select The boat speed input to the AWF is Speed Over Ground SOG or speed through water If none of these are available the AWF will use a boat speed that is 1 5 times the Transition Speed set in the Installation Seatrial menu Turn the course knob to adjust the wind damping Range 1 100 seconds Default 15 seconds Recommended setting for power boats 1 5 seconds Depth Offset This adjustment only applies to smart depth t
33. Autopilot 2 18 Lock function The LOCK function is a safety feature in the AP25 system It will disable all control units including the FU25 Follow up lever except for a single user selected control unit location When the lock function is in use no transfer of command can take place only the active control unit stays in command To enable the lock function make a quick double press on the STBY button HEADING RUDDER TYE 9 5940 LOG 12 5 kt RATE LO M The display on the active control unit will first show a 3 icon and then the icon will alternate with the mode index The locked control units 1n the system will show Inactive 1 9 SI ees RUDDER The Lock function is disengaged by one of the following actions e The active control unit unlocks the other ones and makes them inactive by another double press on the STBY button It also displays the x icon before it returns to the normal active state e The system 1s switched OFF by any control unit press STBY for 2 3 seconds 36 20222139A Operation 2 19 User Set up Menu In the AP25 all modes except NFU and FU have a complemental User Set up menu You can easily access the set up menu by a quick double press on the INFO SETUP button m Wm OC Use the course knob Quick double press Scroll through the menu to change a value or a to access setting Alternating Course Knob I con When the course knob is use
34. ING 20222139A Operation Depth Contour Steering to a depth contour is also an AUTO mode feature With input from an echo sounder the autopilot can be set to steer the boat to a set depth This is very useful if you want to follow a depth contour Slope Narrow channel Do not use this feature unless the seabed is suitable Do not use it in rocky waters where the depth is varying significantly over a small area and there is a risk of grounding Ensure that the depth turn pattern has been selected under the User Set up menu Refer to Turn Pattern select on page 41 Make sure you have depth reading available in the system Press the TURN DODGE button repeatedly until DEPTH is flashing in the display The actual depth reading is shown on the display 25 simrad AP25 Autopilot S 2 Select depth slope with the course knob means D E P T H shallow is to starboard V means shallow to port PORT Press Slore HEADING DEPTH pe erence sere put minute the autopilot will return to AUTO mode 26 lert Hain course Z 188 3m Steer the boat to the depth you want to track and in STED B STEER the direction of the depth contour main course When the wanted depth is shown in the display activate the depth contour steering with PORT or STBD button any of the two 100 3 If you do not press PORT or STBD within 1 546 Lourse cross angle HHT and stay On Course HEADING 3o0 RRTE 8
35. PORT or STBD button to select the direction to make the U Turn If you do not press PORT or STBD within 1 minute the AP25 will return to the AUTO mode and stay on course U TURN n 2 TURN DODGE to HEADING sie RUDDER Select STBD Boat makes enter TURN mode Sed U um STBDU LOG 12 5 kt turn RATE LO M C turn The AP25 provides a continuous turn feature when in AUTO mode This may be used for circling fish or a particular object on the seabed C turn makes the boat turn in a circle with a constant rate of turn The user decides whether the C turn should be made to Port or to Starboard Ensure that the C turn pattern has been selected under the User Set up 2 menu Refer to Turn Pattern select on page 41 To enter C turn mode f First select U turn with a press of the TURN DODGE button 20222139A 19 simrad AP25 Autopilot e Then select C turn by another press of the TURN DODGE button The AP25 will continue on the set course until you press either the PORT or STBD button to select the direction in which to make the C turn If you do not press PORT or STBD within 1 minute the autopilot will return to AUTO mode and stay on course The turn rate can be adjusted before the turn 1s initiated and during the turn Increasing the turn rate HOT G98 min yields to a smaller circle and vice versa eet ET To exit C turn mode press any of the mode buttons When pressing the AUTO button the new set course is shown in
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37. See Figure 8 4 Weight 0 4 kg 0 9 Ibs Material Epoxy coated aluminium Protection IP56 Safe distance to compass 0 15 m 0 5 ft Temperature range Operation 25 to 55 C 13 to 130 F Storage 30 to 70 C 22 to 158 F Cable length 7 m shielded Mounting bracket supplied 115 27 4 54 Figure 8 4 R3000X Dimensions 8 6 JS10 Joystick 70 2 75 41 1 62 p Figure 6 5 JSIO Joystick Dimensions 20222139A DENSON oeonecoud dette dde adita See Figure 8 5 WNE auia MEUM ic RM S D M Mute 0 5 kg 1 1 Ibs Environmental Protection NOV SUCK entities mE ott un bti chio bete IP66 Terminals saec nene EIER Ehe IP20 safe distance to compass 0 15 m 0 5 ft Shock resistance according to MIL 202 B method 202 A 1 2 sinusoid 11 ms No damage or disassembling at 100 g Vibration resistance according to IEC 68 2 6 16 g with frequency range from 40 to 500 Hz and maximum shifting 0 75 mm peak to peak Temperature range Operation 25 to 70 C 13 to 158 F SIOA PO aiana 40 to 70 C 40 to 158 F MOULE haee Panel mount au EE 10 meters 33 ft 103 simrad AP25 Autopilot 8 7 SimNet Maximum number of products connected in a network ssss 50 Maximum cable lena i se apex tiia e usd gu bis ise Moss Ud u
38. T Figure 4 1 Installation Menu Flow Chart 20222139A PROCEED TO NEXT MENU ITEM BY PRESSING STBD BUTTON Configuration and Setup Language selection To access the language selection in the Installation Menu confirm Yes by turning the course knob clockwise The AP25 can present the display text in eight different languages English Deutsch Francais Espanol Italiano Nederlands Svenska and Norsk INSTALLATION Turn the course knob to select the Language language you wish to use Continue to next item in the menu poslish by pressing the STBD button or Francais leave the menu by pressing the Italiano STBY button 4 4 Interface Settings sets the format of the clock data output for radars connected to the Autopilot Computer INSTALLATION Step to the Interface part of the Installation Menu L andi ase Interface Turn the course knob DizPlas9 units Seatrial clockwise to access the F t E Ud T Interface Setup items SH 1 2 808 H1 Her of 280805 12 92 NSTALLAT I ON Use the course knob to select Interface the connected type of radar RADAR SIMRAD Outrut ial SIMRAD FLIRLINO 20222139A 71 simrad AP25 Autopilot 4 5 Display units INSTALLATION Select Display units by pressing STBD button and Interface confirm by rotating the course DisPlas units knob clock wise The setup is Seatrial Parameters local to each control unit Service Languade SH 1 2 B88 B8
39. a location that provides a solid mounting place free from vibration and as close to the vessel s centre of roll and pitch as possible 1 e close to the water line It should be as far as possible from disturbing magnetic influences such as the engines min 2 meters engine ignition cables the IPS drive other large metal objects and particularly electric bow thrusters and anchor winches and their cables On steel hull boats the compass should be mounted 0 75 1 m above the wheel house on a non magnetic stand Use the supplied mounting kit and drill the holes through the centre of the slots in the sensor or the mounting brackets The compass face plate on the RC36 is the TOP Never mount it upside down Level the sensor as close to horizontal as possible 20222139A Installation COMPASS AP16 AP25 AP26 Figure 3 9 RC36 connection to autopilot control unit Plug the RC36 into a Robnet2 connector see Figure 3 5 3 10 R3000X Remote Control installation R3000X should be mounted in the supplied bracket that can be fixed by four mounting screws The unit is weather proof and can be mounted outdoor R3000X REMOTE CONTROL AUTOPILOT COMPUTER Figure 3 10 R3000X connection 20222139A 50 simrad AP25 Autopilot 3 11 JS10 Joystick Refer to separate installation instructions supplied with the JS10 Joystick 3 12 S35 NFU Lever installation The unit is mounted to a bulkhead or panel by two screws from the front The c
40. ab using the wraps as shown Figure 3 3 Cable strain relief 53 simrad AP25 Autopilot 3 7 Caution AK uud NN ZZ z zz zz 54 l breathing hole Control unit installation Avoid mounting the control unit s where it is easily exposed to sunlight as this will shorten the lifetime of the display If this is not possible make sure the units are always covered with the white protection cover when not used Do not install the control unit where moisture at the rear can be present It could cause damage by entering the breathing hole or by coming into contact with the electrical connectors Panel mounting The mounting surface must be flat and even to within 0 5 Drill the 4 mounting holes and make a panel cut out according to supplied template Use the supplied gasket P N 22084693 between the panel and the unit Use the supplied 19 mm screws to fasten the control unit to the panel Apply the front panel corners Connect the Robnet2 cable s to the control unit connector s Alternative panel mounting This way of mounting may be simpler but will lift the unit from the panel surface When installed adjacent to Simrad equipment there will be a 5 5 mm 0 22 difference in height between the autopilot and the other equipment Use the template and drill hole s only for the connectors Place the thick gasket P N 22086029 between panel and unit correctly orientated see mark
41. able is connected to the autopilot computer according to Figure 3 11 Interchange the Port and Stbd wires to the screw terminals if necessary to make the direction of the lever movement coincide with the direction of the rudder movement 935 STEERING LEVER AUTOPILOT COMPUTER Figure 3 11 S35 connection The unit is opened by removing the three screws on the back cover Inside are two sets of micro switches a printed circuit board with a plug in terminal and a jumper strap 3 13 Interfacing With the AP25 autopilot system there are several possibilities to connect to other equipment for data collection and exchange 1 Use SimNet 2 Use SimNet via AT10 Universal SimNet NMEA Converter 3 Connect to a NMEA2000 network via the adapter drop cable part no 24005729 60 20222139A Installation 4 The ACO5 has high speed compass heading output to Simrad and Furuno radars Clock Data interface The different connecting diagrams on the following pages illustrate the interface possibilities of the AP25 autopilot 3 14 SimNet 20222139A The SimNet cable system with very small plugs in both ends makes it easy to run the cables only 10 mm 3 8 holes are required through panels and bulkheads The SimNet accessory program contains the necessary items to complete a successful installation SimNet network cables A SimNet unit has one or two yellow SimNet connectors There are no dedicated in or out connectors F
42. anced capabilities of the AP25 require the installer to perform a series of settings and tests to verify proper operation of the system refer to the check list below I nstallation checklist 1 Determine the system configuration you are installing Figure 3 1 Perform the hardware installation Page 51 Connect SimNet devices to SimNet page 61 Connect NMEA2000 devices page 63 Connect NMEA 0183 devices via ATIO Perform Set up Section 4 page 67 CU ey ee deum M9 Perform dockside autopilot tests a Test all stations 1f applicable lock unlock active inactive b Test Non Follow Up mode c Test Follow Up mode d Test AUTO mode e Test NoDrift mode f Test NAV mode and input interfaces g Test interface outputs to external equipment if connected 8 Perform sea trial settings Page 72 a Rudder zero b Compass calibration c Compass Offset adjustment d Automatic tuning 49 simrad AP25 Autopilot e Viewing parameters 9 Test Autopilot Operation at Sea refer to Sea Trial instructions pages 73 87 10 Provide the user with training Page 88 3 3 Unpacking and handling Care should be taken when unpacking and handling the equipment A visual inspection should be made to see that the equipment has not been damaged during shipment and that all components and parts are present according to the packing list An AP25 autopilot system for Volvo Penta IPS will include e AP25 Control unit with sta
43. atible software for AP25 10 20222139A Operation 2 OPERATION WARNING AX An autopilot is a very useful navigational aid but DOES NOT under any circumstance replace a human navigator Do not use automatic steering when e n heavy traffic areas or in narrow waters e n poor visibility or extreme sea conditions e When in areas where use of autopilot is prohibited by law When using an autopilot e Do not leave the helm unattended e Do not place any magnetic material or equipment near heading sensor used in the autopilot system e Verify at regular intervals course and position of vessel e Always switch to Standby mode and reduce speed in due time to avoid hazardous situations 2 1 Overview nil Multifunction LCD STANDBY mode POWER on off TURN DODGE key AUTO mode STARBOARD key NAV or NoDrift mode Course knob INSTRUMENT screens setup menus Figure 2 1 AP25 Front Panel 20222139A 11 simrad AP25 Autopilot Note 2 2 Note 12 The control unit shown above can operate as a stand alone unit in an autopilot system or combined in a multistation system In a multistation system the command can easily be transferred from one unit to another Units not in control will display Inactive and or Pd The AP25 system 1s capable of the following primary steering modes STBY power steering AUTO and NAV each mode having a dedicated push button Each of the mode push buttons 1s clearly identified with
44. automatically picks the current boat heading as the set course and maintains the simultaneous rudder angle This gives a bumpless transfer at the STBY AUTO Notes unit 2 6 JS10 Joystick NFU Note control units become Inactive 2 Automatic Steering mode change 20222139A 15 simrad AP25 Autopilot Note 16 Automatic steering mode Set course 340 degrees Compass reading 340 M Heading source Rate compass HEADING g Rudder angle 00 340 m Speed 8 1 kt water speed from the log Steering parameter LO A The AP25 will keep the boat on the set course until a new mode is selected or a new course 1s set with the course knob or the PORT or STBD buttons One revolution of the course knob equals a 45 course change F5 Decrease Increase Course adjust 1 Course change or 10 push CCW Decrease CW Increase In the User Setup menu you may Set the buttons to change the course by 10 per press see page 41 Once the course is changed to a new set course the boat will automatically turn to the new heading and continue to steer straight Heading capture When in AUTO or NoDrift modes this feature allows you to automatically cancel the turn you are in by an instant press on the AUTO or NAV NoDrift button The autopilot will counteract the turn and the boat will continue straight ahead on the heading read from the compass the very moment you pressed the AUTO or NAV NoDrift button
45. ble connections Use only shielded cables also for the Mains input Signal cables should be 0 5 mm AWG20 twisted pairs The mains supply cable should have sufficient wire gauge minimum 1 5 mm AWG14 Grounding and RFI The autopilot system has excellent RFI protection The autopilot computer should have a proper ground connection to the hull bonding system Robnet2 cables and other signal cables Volvo IPS should not be run in parallel with other cables carrying RF or high current such as VHF and SSB transmitters battery chargers generators winches and thrusters Terminal cover Plug in terminals Robnet2 connector Blue Figure 3 2 ACO5 Autopilot Computer Remove the terminal cover to get access to the plug in terminals Provide sufficient wire length so that the plug in terminals can be easily connected disconnected Pull out each terminal before connecting the wires Remove all strands before putting on the terminal cover Caution Do not mix the blue Robnet cable with the black Volvo IPS cable 52 20222139A 20222139A Installation Cable strain relief Once all the cables have been run to the appropriate peripherals and connected to the autopilot computer unit they should be secured to ensure that they are not snagged or exposed to excess strain Screw the strain relief tab to the cable exit port on the autopilot computer unit using the screws supplied and secure the cables to the t
46. cooled down The water temperature also affects the running time The On Off thruster may only run for a few minutes and the total running time for a longer period should be limited by increasing the thruster sensitivity value see page 42 20 simrad AP25 Autopilot 2 13 NoDrift Note 30 Bi The NoDrift mode is an alternative to route steering in NAV mode and is automatically entered when you press the NAV WIND button provided NoDrift has been selected in the user SETUP menu page 38 The autopilot will steer to an imaginary waypoint and the bearing is the boat s heading at the very moment the NoDrift mode is engaged Unlike when in Auto mode the vessel will steer a course equal to the bearing line unaffected by wind and current no drift The course to steer to bearing line can be changed the same way as when changing course in Auto mode Select NoDrift in the Setup menu when in STANDBY or AUTO mode Press the NAV WIND button to enter NoDrift mode The NAV WIND key is now programmed to always activate the NoDrift mode If you want the key to activate NAV mode enter the User Setup menu and select NAV oDri ft z45 NoDrift M Set course 34 O00 E CPz4 B NoDrift indicator 0 000nm snae 7 amp Q Pos Source CP34 0 345 Compass reading 345 M RATE LO M To operate in NoDrift mode your GPS chart plotter must be turned on Dodge in NoDrift mode This 1s similar to dodging
47. course Correct setting of counter rudder ideal response Autotrim standard value is 40 sec which should work well on most boats 20222139A 83 simrad AP25 Autopilot Recall Autotuned W c T A L L A Ji C W To recall the parameter values Farameters that were achieved during the Rudder LO An rm d Cont Rudder LO utomatic tuning procedure Hutotrim LO rotate the course knob Rudder HI clockwise When parameter Cont Fudder HI n Autotrim HI values are recalled Confirmed Recall Autotuned IS displayed Exit the Parameter menu by pressing STBD button to proceed to the Service menu or press STBY to return to normal AP25 operation 4 8 Service Menu Select STANDBY mode and then enter the Installation Menu by pressing and holding the INFO SETUP button for 5 seconds Select SERVICE by pressing the STBD button and confirm by rotating the course knob clockwise INSTALLATION System data and SimNet data Service are test functions to analyze System data SimNet data data processed by the AP25 SimNet setup Sn 00000 is the unique erate reset SimNet ID number for the specific autopilot control unit To exit the menu press any mode key STBY AUTO or NAV System Data Menu INSTALLATION Select System data by rotating System data the course knob clockwise Steer comPass 545 1 Rudden Ae Bo This menu provides you with additional system data that can be useful when testing or trouble sh
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49. d in the User Set up menu an icon will alternate with the mode index to tell that no course changes can be made unless you press the mode button The user set up menu times out 30 seconds after the last operation in the menu STANDBY Mode Backlight SETUP The backlight of the display and buttons may Hacklight NN NAVErc cP34 8 be adjusted to 10 levels 10 brightest The NAU WIND NAW pote Reset trip setting is stored when the system is turned 884 4nm BOA ABhr l User setup 2 off Adjustment is local to the control unit you adjust or synchronized with other units in the Simrad Group page 85 Select the source for NAV mode steering e g CP34 Reset trip ABS 6nm BBG aide User setup 2 20222139A 37 simrad AP25 Autopilot NAV WIND This setup will configure the active mode CP3 4 9 under the NAV WIND button The rir e e6nm AAG mir following alternatives are available a e NAV Ref page 31 e NoDritft Ref page 30 Note WIND is not an applicable mode on boats with the Volvo IPS installed Thruster only available if a thruster is connected as displayed by the thruster icon By this parameter the thruster 1s turned on and off When the thruster is turned on both thruster and rudder are used for steering If p BOB Tnm BBB BBhr the boat speed exceeds 6 knots the thruster User setur 2 i steering 1s automatically disabled Reset trip The trip log is rese
50. d in to activate the warranty simrad AP25 Autopilot About this document Rev A 06 05 05 First edition 2005 Simrad AS All rights reserved No part of this work covered by the copyright hereon may be reproduced or otherwise copied without prior permission from Simrad AS The information contained in this document is subject to change without prior notice Simrad AS shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing performance or use of this document 2 20222139A Instruction manual Contents MEE CSE Ce 51 00 Ree etree pe eek m 7 E CS CTICTAN c 7 1 2 How to use this manual eeeeseeseeeeeeeeeenr mener 7 l5 SYSLEM COMPOME IIS iar cco ssosrccnscnuecduncendeaieseansdacsvuseanacrtencioeteansenwecduusendeaneds 8 ld FZ COMO eeen ane vandcenamcetasiunsinniasacyboousasubdenanen 9 1 5 Autopilot COMPUTED iicscscscccnissnsassamesacsedoansestagsneadavsesdenesecsmiesntessansnecsnsenss 9 LO THCAGING SONS OF neersien anopin ainia R nieda 9 1 7 CIO ETP DES e E E A E E ORE nad USE 9 R3000X Remote CONTO Lessien s rcv aes EE R ee ENEE ae EE 9 DY TOYS a E NUR 9 TS Toro e CACC e OT E 10 Mape SO ee E N SIM UN Rd MM 10 MS SOHO Ure PE COLC ousenoi i uas T cs NUDO RU 10 EO E 11 DAMES iul N A A E E E E 11 2 0 OMNVOPP andoy THOU race ceedeevogencentcnsueswescaueeed tecaneaee
51. ded Autopilot Computer Remove the bottom cover to get access to the software download connector Software download connector Figure 5 1 Part of ACO5 PCB Autopilot Control Unit Software download connector Remove the cables and unscrew the six screws that secure the back cover Apply a firm pull with your fingers to pull the back cover loose from the connector pins Then you have access to the software download connector 20222139A 6 TROUBLE SHOOTING Trouble shooting An autopilot is a complex system Its performance dependents on a proper installation and a successful sea trial In the event of an autopilot failure the AP25 s numerous test features will assist you in isolating a probable fault Audible and visual alarm is provided for every fault being detected The audible alarm is reset by pressing any button e g by changing mode from AUTO to STANDBY All visual alarms will remain and alternate with the operating display until the fault has been rectified Refer to the table below for hints and try to solve the problem yourself You may also consult your nearest simrad dealer for assistance if required Perform any repair action in the listed sequence Note 6 1 Alarms in a display indicates that data is missing Display readout Probable fault Recommended action The boat 1s off course NAV data failure Shallow water 20222139A Boats heading 1s outside fixed of
52. e 40 R radar connection 66 radar interface 71 recall autotuned 84 remote control installation 59 specifications 103 response 42 rudder 42 setting 82 S sea trial 87 seastate filter 43 shallow water 40 43 SimNet 7 9 39 61 backlight 86 gateway 86 number 86 reset 86 setup 86 source 86 SimNet messages 106 SimNet source 109 Simrad group 86 software program exchange 90 software setup 67 source manually update 39 specifications 98 spiral turn 21 41 square turn 23 41 steering lever installation 60 system basic 8 components 8 specifications 98 system data 84 T thrust direction 77 thruster 38 thruster interface 10 thruster sensitivity 42 Thruster steering 28 transition speed 80 trip reset 38 43 true bearing 110 true heading 110 turn on 67 20222139A 20222139A U user training 88 U turn 19 41 W water speed source 40 water temperature source 40 water temperature unit 72 Index wind damping 78 Offset 77 wind angle source 40 wind calculated source 40 wind speed unit 72 Z zigzag turn 22 41 113 simrad AP25 Autopilot This page is intentionally left blank 114 20222139A Master the Elements 6 78712 06L60 8 UM WETTIN Vinod 6ETZ2202 0U 900 N3 WISS Sat eiusd ONOA 104 jenueus SZdV
53. e 0 3 m 17 SimNet cable 2 m 6 6 SimNet cable 5 m 16 6 SimNet cable10 m 33 SimNet T Joiner SimNet cable gland SimNet protection plug SimNet termination plug 2 m 6 6 SimNet power w termination 2 m 6 6 SimNet power w o termination ATIO Universal NMEAO183 converter AT15 Active Tee w connector IS15 SimNet cable protection cap 20222139A Spare parts list 24005729 SimNet cable to Micro C Adapter drop cable for SimNet products in a NMEA2000 network 24006199 Interconnection cable to Volvo IPS 1 0 m 3 20222139A 97 simrad AP25 Autopilot 8 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 8 1 AP25 Autopilot System Boat size and type Up to 80 feet Power Displacement Steering system types Volvo Penta IPS Inter unit connection ROBNET2 network or two wire supply data System ON OFF From control units Supply voltage 12 or 24 VDC Power consumption Dependent on system configuration Environmental Protection Control Unit IP56 from front P43 from back ROO sopen IP56 ACOD renien a IP22 EMC protection EN60945 1993 Al 1993 Automatic Steering control Rudder Drive Volvo Penta IPS Parameter selection Automatic with manual override Sea state control Adaptive sea state filter or manual Lang
54. equipment are available for the basic AP25 system R3000X Remote Control A small handheld remote control with two push buttons for power steering or course selection port and starboard and one push button with built in lighted indicator for limited mode change JS10 Joystick The JS10 Joystick is a Non Follow Up steering lever designed for indoor and outdoor console mount It has a spring loaded return to mid position feature and is equipped with 10 m 33 of cable and installation hardware simrad AP25 Autopilot T1125 Thruster I nterface The TI25 Thruster Interface 1s designed to provide a control signal for operating a thruster interfaced to an AP25 system It operates on off solenoids or a Danfoss PVEM valve The Danfoss valve is a proportional valve that will provide full thruster performance with the output from TI25 The thruster output signal is calculated in the TI25 based on the mode of operation and the heading information Set up 1s from the control unit communicated via Robnet2 All settings are stored in the thruster interface unit Refer to the TI25 manual Note TI25 must have software version 1 1 01 onwards Multiple stations Multiple control units can be added to the system 1 8 Software record When the system 1s switched on a status display shows the software versions for the control unit and the autopilot computer See page 12 Software version Description SW 1 2 00 First Volvo IPS comp
55. exceed 10 knots 6 8 knots is recommended It should be performed in calm or moderate sea conditions Automatic tuning should not be performed at planing speed or in following seas The parameter values calculated during Automatic tuning becomes the HI parameters The LO parameters are automatically set to 66 of the HI It also is recommended to perform the Automatic tuning steering East or West as this will yield the best balanced parameters After the Automatic tuning has been completed the rudder must be controlled manually as the autopilot has returned to STBY mode The Automatic tuning function will take control of the boat and perform a number of S turns It must always be performed in open waters at a safe distance from other traffic The Automatic tuning function may take from 1 to 2 minutes to complete To stop the Automatic tuning press the STBY button INSTALLATION Activate the Automatic Seatrial tuning by rotating the course e a 12 H knob clockwise The display DamP ins 12 amp i cc E EoSaBa Depth will flash Automatic tuning ffzet Automatic tuning Transition sreed Init NANM HAW change limit 79 simrad AP25 Autopilot After an Automatic tuning there should be no need for further adjustments Fine tuning of these parameters are made by the response control see page 42 However viewing or changing the parameters can be made from within the Parameter menu item See also Recall Autotune
56. f course limit of 20 deg Automatic reset when inside limit Extreme weather conditions too slow speed Missing or invalid NAV data The depth is inside the set limit or outside the range i e 100 m 328 Depth data is missing Check steering parameters Rudder Autotrim Seastate filter Increase Rudder value 3 Increase boat speed if possible or steer by hand Check the Nav Receiver GPS setup see Service menu Chapter 4 8 Carefully observe the actual depth Adjust the alarm limit if not hazardous Steer to safe depth the alarm will reset automatically Turn off the shallow alarm if depth data 1s missing Page 40 91 simrad AP25 Autopilot Display readout Probable fault Recommended action Compass data No data from If more that one compass is missing selected compass connected to the system refer to the User Setup2 Source select menu to select a different compass Make a source update if no compass is available Check connections Replace compass PCB Note Do not cut cables There are screw terminals inside No connection Data missing or Check connections to Volvo Autopilot with IPS system erratic Interface Also refer to the Volvo IPS User Manual Failure active Active control unit 1 Press the STBY button on an Control Unit goes silent Inactive unit to reset 2 Check repair Robnet2 cable 3 Replace the control unit PCB ACXX h
57. f 120 m 4007 Bitgate OLE Disease E tt EeN eeeseementr sa cee cnt rter oa 250 Kbit second Maximum DC current through a single SimNet plug eeeeuuuussse 5A OHInNSUDOWET SUPPI Y cenis EEUU ERERUI Duque et naui USE OMMREI UN MEM C UE ANE I2VDC Maximum drop cable lengt orrien 6 m 207 Maximum total length of all drop cables accumulated 60 m 2007 Environmental protection Cable and plug connector system IP66 Teniperatufe esua a dawn eet reraay 70 C 158 F 104 20222139A Technical specifications 8 8 IP protection Each part of a Simrad autopilot system has a two digits IP protection code The IP rating 1s a method to classify the degree of protection against solid objects water ingress and impact afforded by electrical equipment and enclosures The system is recognised in most European countries and is set out 1n a number of British and European standards The first code number describes the protection against solid objects and the second number describes the protection against liquids FIRST NUMBER SECOND NUMBER Protection against solid Protection against liquids objects IP TESTS IP TESTS 0 No protection 0 No protection Protection against solid Protected against vertically falling objects up to 50 mm eg drops of water eg condensation accidental touch by hands Protection against solid 2 Protected against direct sprays of water object
58. ig Direction of local field with respect to lubber line It can also be on the a O70 reciprocal L e J Resiprocal In certain areas and at high latitudes the local magnetic interference becomes more significant and heading errors exceeding 3 may have to be accepted Compass Offset After calibration also check the compass readout against a known reference a compensated compass or a bearing If the reading has a fixed offset proceed to next menu item by pressing STBD button or return to STANDBY mode by pressing the STBY button 75 simrad AP25 Autopilot Note Note 76 Offset correction is always performed after the calibration If you use COG as a reference for the offset remember it has to be a magnetic reading The compass OFFSET feature allows you to correct for a fixed heading offset This offset may be present as a result of the compass being installed with a lubber line offset or if a fixed offset remains after the calibration procedure has been completed The value of compass offset 1s specific to the heading sensor that 1s selected at the time the offset 1s entered This means that you can have individual offsets for each compass installed INSTALLATION Select the amount of Seatrial correction by turning the albi uum 539 course knob to offset the Local field B1o Rene isse aigs heading to agree with the Offset 488
59. igh Excessive Switch off autopilot temp temperature inside Autopilot Computer Memory failure Wrong checksum Perform a Master reset Switch off ACXX on memory and on again If the alarm is repeated parameters or replace Autopilot Computer PCB variables Autopilot Computer will use default values Com failure with Faulty Autopilot Check Robnet2 connectors and ACXX Computer or poor cable Robnet2 cable connections from the same Replace Autopilot Computer PCB Low supply Supply voltage less 1 Verify in the System Data Menu voltage than 10 8 Volts Switch autopilot off charge batteries 3 Check repair battery charger 02 20222139A Trouble shooting Display readout Probable fault Recommended action High supply supply voltage 1 Verify in the System Data Menu voltage exceeds 31 2 V 2 Switch the autopilot off 3 Check repair battery charger No thruster The thruster interface See TI25 Thruster Interface manual response unitis not responding Trouble shooting 20222139A 03 simrad AP25 Autopilot 94 20222139A Spare parts list 7 SPARE PARTS LIST AP25 Control Unit AP25 Control Unit Standard mounting kit consisting of 20222139A 22087811 22088405 22084941 22087829 22087894 22087738 22084750 22088199 22084693 22086029 22084529 44165181 44165645 Gasket 2 mm Gasket 7 5 mm Cabinet corner Screw 3 5x19 Screw 3 5x32 Optional mounting bracket consisti
60. ind the shortest and easiest way to route the SimNet cables from product to product and select the standard length cables from the SimNet accessory program SimNet cables are available in 0 3 m 1 ft 2 m 6 6 ft 5 m 16 6 ft and 10 m 33 ft length all with plugs at both ends Connect products with two SimNet connectors in a daisy chain and use drop cable and T joiner for products with only one SimNet connector The SimNet power cable has a red connector with built in terminator If you plan to extend your SimNet system in the future it may be an idea to prepare for it by adding a few T joiners in central locations The T joiners provides easy access to the network and can be replaced with a new product or the new product can be connected via a drop cable SimNet power and termination The following rules must be observed when installing SimNet 1 SimNet must not be connected to a 24VDC supply 2 SimNet shall have a separate 12VDC power from the battery bus or the circuit breaker board to avoid interference 3 SimNet shall not be connected to the supply voltage terminals of the Autopilot Computer introduces interference 6l simrad AP25 Autopilot 4 SimNet will power an IS12 instrument system Hence SimNet on other equipment can be connected and powered via IS12 5 SimNet must be properly terminated The SimNet network has to be terminated according to the number and type of products connected In a small sys
61. ing on gasket Follow above panel mounting instructions but use the supplied 32 mm screws to fasten the control unit to the panel Do not over tighten the mounting screws 20222139A 3 8 Caution 20222139A Installation Optional bracket mounting e Locate the cradle on the mounting site and mark the 4 holes for the fixing screws on the mounting surface e Drill the 4 mounting holes and screw the cradle to the mounting surface e Use the supplied screws to fasten the control unit to the left and right brackets e Apply the front panel corners e Use the two locking knobs to assemble the cradle with the left and right brackets and adjust the control head to best viewing angle e Connect the Robnet2 cable s to the control unit connector s See note on page 56 Figure 3 4 AP25 Bracket mounting ROBNET2 network cables As Robnet2 units have two Robnet2 connectors blue they can be used as jack points for further expansion of the system There are no dedicated in or out connectors You may connect the cables to any available Robnet2 connector blue on the specific unit The Robnet2 connectors have a locking mechanism for extra safety Do not mix the blue Robnet2 cables with the yellow SimNet cables The 10 m cable to the autopilot computer has a connector at both ends Robnet2 cables with 5 pin male connector at both ends are 55 simrad AP25 Autopilot available in 1 5 and 10 m length For cable
62. ist of patterns using the PORT or STBD button Select the wanted pattern by rotating the course knob to fill the squares Available patterns are U turn C turn Spiral Zigzag Square Lazy S Depth contour Instrument Select SETUP dir nd select MOTORWAY POSITION HAW DATA OG Mowe O0O0000 00000 Adjust Contrast SETUP Source select t Shallow water B11 4ft Course adjust 4 1 Turn Pattern select Instrument select Bontrast BENE 545M RHTE B Mowe Adjust dc 20222139A select the instrument pages s to be available under the INFO SETUP button Step through the list of instruments pages by using the PORT or STBD button Select the wanted pages by rotating the course knob to fill the squares The contrast of the display may be adjusted to 10 levels 10 highest contrast The setting is stored when the system is turned off Adjustment 1s local to the control unit you adjust At high temperatures not all levels are available due to automatic temperature compensation 4 simrad AP25 Autopilot SETUP Backlight NN AUTO Mode settings that are added for the AUTO mode are shown below Other relevant settings are described under STANDB Y mode in this chapter Response The Autotune function in the AP25 is so refined that 80 85 of the boats will need no further adjustments of the steering parameters On some boats however
63. l from Volvo The autopilot system can be expanded and enhanced with a selection of options and accessories The brain in the AP25 autopilot system is the single intelligent autopilot computer that communicates on the proprietary Robnet2 network to establish a reliable digital communication and power distribution network between the units in the autopilot system The AP25 autopilot is also equipped with the SimNet data and control network SimNet provides high speed data transfer and control of Simrad products integrated in a total steering and navigation system 1 2 How to use this manual This manual is intended as a reference guide for operating installing and maintaining the Simrad AP25 autopilot Great care has been paid to simplify operation and set up of the AP25 20222139A 7 simrad AP25 Autopilot Please take time to read this manual to get a thorough understanding of the operation and system components and their relationship to a complete AP25 autopilot system Other documentation material that is provided with your system includes a warranty card This must be filled out by the authorized dealer that performed the installation and mailed in to activate the warranty 1 3 System components RCG RATE COMPASS Note A basic AP25 system consists of the following units refer to Figure 1 1 e AP25 Control Unit with accessories e ACO5 Autopilot Computer e RC36 Rate compass The basic system ca
64. mber Ae SimMet Wateway Ves Global SimNet reset INSTALLATION SimMet setut Grout selection SIMEBHD STAND ALONE Instance number SimMet Aateway Global SimNet reset INSTALLATION SimMet setut Grout selection SIMFAL Backlight STAND ALONE Instance number He SimMet Yateway Yes Global SimNet reset INSTALLATION SimMet setut Grout selection SIMRAD Backlight STAND ALONE Instance number SimMet dateway Global SimNet reset a Yes Simrad Group Source selection will be common for the products in the group synchronized STAND ALONE Source selection for the autopilot will not be transferred to other products in the Simrad Group no synchronization Backlight Illumination Set backlight to synchronize with one of the illumination banks 1 3 available on the SimNet or to STAND ALONE for individual control of the autopilot illumination Instance number An item to identify units by a number when the autopilot is connected to a NMEA2000 Network On SimNet units the Instance number is added to the product name e g AP25 1 AP25 2 for easy identification on various display screens SimNet gateway Indicates which control unit that transmits and receives information on SimNet The display verifies by reading Yes all other units display No Global SimNet reset Resets the entire SimNet setup in the Simrad Group and initiates a new automatic interface setup See chapter 4
65. n WIND IS15 COMBI TRANSDUCER AP26 CONTROL UNIT IS15 COMBI IS15 COMBI IS15 MULTI L SIMRAD NJI A This cable is knots 12 2 necessary for fen 23 4 SimNet control Nee KNOB NEEZ f from this unit Robnet2 Robnet2 N SimNet network 5 z T joiner AT15 Active T SimNet supply AT44 AT10 Universal T joiner Active T NMEA converter Termination q Dp q bp q p plug 0 s anamata O id a f f fi O o 12V SUPPLY Roblink SUPPLY BATTERY BUS Figure 3 16 Robnet2 SimNet and Roblink network Notes 1 Maximum total length of SimNet cable is 60 m 196 ft excluding the 30 m 99 ft of masthead cable 2 Itis not necessary to connect all autopilot control units to SimNet for data sharing However if you want to have full redundancy and SimNet control e g select sources you have to connect the actual unit to SimNet 3 ATI5 isa NMEAO183 SimNet converter for the IS15 Instrument system IS15 makes no load on SimNet 4 AT44 is a SimNet interface that is supplied with CX44 and C X54 products 20222139A 65 simrad AP25 Autopilot 3 15 Radar Clock Data Heading Output S DE AUTOPILOT COMPUTER TB4 RADAR AE L cc eigo GEB 9S Figure 3 17 Radar Clock Data connection 3 16 1815 Instrument installation For installation and operation of the IS15 instruments refer to separate manuals For interfacing the IS
66. n This combines the straight steering capability of cross track error XTE steering in conjunction with the turning capability of bearing mode steering Course To Steer CTS and automatic Waypoint shift If the AP25 is connected to a navigation receiver that does not transmit a message with bearing to next waypoint it will pick a XTE message and steer on Cross Track Error only In that case you have to revert to AUTO mode at each waypoint and manually change set course to equal bearing to next waypoint and then select NAV mode again Press the NAV button to activate the NAV prompt display 3l simrad AP25 Autopilot Note WP Egersund The prompt display shows the name Bul 2 0 or number of the next waypoint cag 4045 WP the bearing of the track line Ok Press NOU BWW from the previous waypoint HEADING RUDDER to the destination waypoint the 345 required course change CHG and 17 1 kt the direction in which the boat will RATE amp LO M turn If only one waypoint has been entered the bearing will be from the present position to the destination waypoint The lower left portion shows the compass heading and the lower right portion shows the rudder angle and speed Press the NAV button again to accept the waypoint as the location to steer towards The autopilot turns the boat onto the track line NAV mode cts 211 Course to steer CTS 211 is set Olf internally by the autopilot to steer
67. n be expanded with multiple fixed and hand held full function control units hand held remote and steering lever ACOS AUTOPILOT COMPUTER ERO UN INSTR SIMRYAD NS Z4 ihe VOLVO AUTOPILOT INTERFACE Figure l 1 AP25 Basic system The Volvo Autopilot Interface is the gateway between the autopilot and the IPS system The gateway kit must be ordered from Volvo under P N 3819744 20222139A 1 4 1 5 1 6 1 7 20222139A System description AP25 Control Unit A compact autopilot control for panel bulkhead or bracket mounting Large LCD 5 display for readout of autopilot data mode keys and a rotary course knob It has two Robnet2 connectors for system interconnection and expansion and two SimNet connectors for control and data sharing with other Simrad products A NMEA2000 Adaptor Cable is available for interface through a SimNet port page 96 Autopilot Computer The ACO5 Autopilot Computer is the heart in the AP25 autopilot system It contains the steering computer interface to other system components and interface to Volvo Penta IPS system Heading Sensor The AP25 autopilot must be used with the Simrad RC36 Rate compass The RC36 is a fluxgate compass with integrated rate sensor It provides a dramatic improvement to the dynamic performance of both the autopilot and a stabilized radar display Optional equipment A series of optional
68. n manual steering by pressing the STBY button Setting the waypoint arrival circle For route navigation it is recommended to use automatic waypoint shift change at a set waypoint arrival circle The arrival circle should be adjusted according to boat speed The higher speed the wider circle The intention is to make the autopilot start the heading change in due time to make a smooth turn onto the next leg Arrival circle ORIGIN The figure below may be used to select the appropriate waypoint circle on the GPS chart plotter 33 simrad AP25 Autopilot Note Boat speed in knots 50 zx GU A ccr MULT eee 15 10 Waypoint arrival circle radius in 1 100 nm b 2 3 4 v 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 153 Example With the speed of 20 knots you should use a waypoint circle with radius 0 09 nm The distance between any waypoints in a route must not be smaller than the radius of the waypoint arrival circle when using automatic waypoint shift 2 15 Dodge in NAV 34 When dodging in NAV mode the course displayed as Course To Steer CTS is the boat s recommended heading However the previous set course is stored by the AP25 When DODGE is flashing on the display the AP25 is no longer in control of the steering and you must either steer the boat manually or take control using either Non Follow up steering or Follow up steering The AP25 will remain in the DODGE mode until you exit DODGE by a second press on the TURN DODGE
69. n this direction and true north is the magnetic variation The amount and direction of this variation 1s dependent upon where on the earth you are located NMEA0183 A format language designed to permit communication between various types of marine electronic equipment In essence this is a two wire shielded serial data link permitting one device to talk while other devices listen Numerous different sentences are available permitting communication between various different devices NMEA2000 A modern serial data communications network to interconnect marine electronic equipment onboard vessels Equipment designed to this standard will have the ability to share data including commands and status with other compatible equipment over a single signalling channel Product ID A number suffix acronym or term that can identify a product Product name The name of a Simrad product known from sales and other literature Route A stored sequence of waypoints These waypoints will be listed in the order in which you desire to follow them SimNet Source Any product or device directly connected to SimNet or NMEA2000 or interfaced to SimNet via NMEA0183 or Robnet2 Simrad Group A number of Simrad products that are selecting and sharing the same data sources via the SimNet network Simrad Class 1 products Simrad products that are SimNet controllers i e they have an appropriate display and routines that can set
70. ndard installation accessories and one 10 m 33 Robnet2 cable e ACO5 Autopilot computer with e Interconnection cable to Volvo IPS 1 m 3 e RC36 Rate Compass with 15 m 49 cable attached e Three autopilot manuals use the AP25 manual e Optional equipment that may have been ordered for the installation 3 4 Determine system configuration It is important to become familiar with the configuration of the system prior to beginning the installation The AP25 system layout with options is shown in Figure 3 1 As many of the units are communicating on a common network Robnet2 with identical connectors the installation is simplified Try to mount the units within the standard cable length supplied with each unit if possible Robnet2 Extension Cable 10m and Robnet2 T joiner are available from your Simrad dealer 50 20222139A 3 5 3 6 Note 20222139A Installation AP25 System Layout RC36 AP25 CONTROL UNIT AP26 CONTROL UNIT RATE O COMPASS SAER CONTROL UNIT RS000X J510 REMOTE JOYSTICK CONTROL AUTOPILOT COMPUTER TO VOLVO AUTOPILOT INTERFACE ROBNET Figure 3 1 AP25 system layout with options Autopilot computer installation The autopilot computer is designed to operate in a location with ambient temperatures below 55 C 130 F The ACOS Autopilot Computer is not weatherproof and should be mounted vertically in a dry environment 5I simrad AP25 Autopilot Ca
71. ng of 44148906 22084768 22084776 22084784 22084859 44163145 44163160 Screw M4x12 Cradle Right bracket Left bracket Locking knob Locking washer for left and right bracket Cradle locking washer AP25 Front Housing Ass y Back cover with gasket AP25 Board Ass y Protection Cover AP25 Software AC05 Autopilot Computer ACO5 Autopilot Computer ACOS5 Installation Accessories ACO05 PCB Ass y ACOS5 SimNet amp Robnet2 terminal ACO5 Connector Cover AC05 Gasket for Connector Cover ACO5 Bushing Screw M3x8 Screw M3x16 Screw M5x20 Plug in Terminal 4 way 22089007 44134948 22089023 22089262 44134922 22089254 22089247 44152056 44152155 44142552 44120681 95 simrad AP25 Autopilot 96 44133601 Plug in Terminal 5 way 44135333 Plug in Terminal 2 way 22089304 ACOS5 Software RC36 Rate compass 22086920 RC36 Rate Compass 22081442 Installation Accessories Consisting of 20104972 Mounting plate 2 44140762 Screw 3 5x25 2 44140770 Screw 30x9 4 22081376 Plug 2 22086938 RC36 PCB Ass y 24005647 Robnet2 Cable 15 m with Plug Robnet2 cables 24005613 Robnet2 cable 1 m 3 with two plugs 24005621 Robnet2 cable 5 m 167 with two plugs 24005639 Robnet2 cable 10 m 33 with two plugs 24005662 Robnet2 T Joiner SimNet cables and accessories 24005829 24005837 24005845 24005852 24005860 24005878 24005886 24005894 24005902 24005910 24005936 24005944 24005928 SimNet cabl
72. ooting the system InPut voltage Zo l 84 20222139A Note 20222139A Configuration and Setup Steer compass Steering Compass readout M Magnetic T True Rudder Rudder angle Between zero and 26 degrees Input voltage Mains voltage on input terminals SimNet Data Screen INSTALLATION Select the screen by pressing SimMet data the STBD button and confirm au by rotating the course knob clockwise 2 M Bebe baz H BART er The menu provides you with status information about the different SimNet messages used by the system Decoding The incoming signals are decoded according to a built in priority table in the AP25 For all data items one of the following codes will be displayed No data OK Valid data found INV Message with invalid information FRM Message has format failure such as a Incorrect check sum b Wrong contents in data field s If data are missing perform the following e Open the source select page in the User Setup2 menu and check that data are available e Check the navigator setup and make sure it is transmitting appropriate data The WIND reading is the apparent wind from the port L or starboard R The SPEED reading is the speed through water 85 simrad AP25 Autopilot Simnet setup INSTALLATION SimMet setup Grout selection Group selection SIMRAD Autopilot is part of the 86 Backlight SIMRAD Backlight STAND ALONE Instance nu
73. oviding depth data DisLog Select the Log source Depth Select the source for depth data Depth source information Press the STBY button to leave the User setup Set shallow water 40 545 RHTE B SETUP Source select Set shallow water B11 4ft Course adJuzt e 1 Turn Pattern select Instrument select Contrast NN Moye Adjust c Use the course knob to set the shallow water alarm limit Range 0 100 0 m 0 328 ft The setting of the alarm is local In a multistation system however the setting representing the shallowest water limit will activate the alarm even 1f this setting is on an inactive unit 20222139A Note dialled in Operation The shallow water alarm is activated only when digits are Course Adjust When using the PORT or STBD buttons in AUTO mode you are changing the set course in 1 increments If you prefer the increments to be 10 each press proceed as follows Select Course adjust and turn the course knob to change the setting The default value is 1 which is the preferred setting Select 10 if you want to make major course changes in 10 increments with the buttons and fine tune the set course with the course knob Turn Pattern Select SETUP Turn Pattern select U turn turn Adjust Select the pattern s to be available under the TURN DODGE button U turn is always available Step through the l
74. ransducers that outputs depth on NMEA2000 format NMEA0163 sentence DPT contains offset and the depth reading is from the surface NMEA0183 sentence DBT contains no depth offset and the reading will be from the position of the transducer INSTALLATION When the depth offset is set to Seatrial zero the indicated depth is ae ras nate Biota from the transducer to the Damr ins 1 FOSAGA Debth bottom To read the depth from Offset the water surface to the bottom Automatic tunind you have to set the depth offset D a pgs z according to the vertical cud emt distance between the surface and the transducer 1 e positive value To read the depth from the keel to the bottom you have to set the depth offset according to the vertical distance between the transducer and the keel 1 e negative value 20222139A Note Note WARNING 20222139A Configuration and Setup Automatic tuning Automatic tuning is a feature that automatically sets the two main steering parameters Rudder and Counter Rudder by taking the boat through a number of S turns Automatic tuning is an optional procedure that is not required for the AP25 to function The AP25 is preset with steering parameters that should steer most boats in the 30 80 foot range It is however recommended to perform an automatic tuning as part of the sea trial Recommended speed during Automatic tuning varies with the type of boat but should not
75. rection of one terrestrial point from another expressed as the angular distance from a reference direction usually measured from 000 at the reference direction clockwise through 359 BPW Bearing to a specified waypoint from present position BWW Bearing waypoint to waypoint Bearing angle of the line between the TO and the FROM waypoint calculated at the FROM waypoint for any two arbitrary waypoints COG Course Over Ground The actual direction of progress of a vessel between two points with respect to the surface of the earth The vessel s heading may differ from the course over eround due to the effects of wind tide currents GPS Global Positioning System This system is based on satellites 1n fixed orbits circling the earth at an altitude of approximately 20 200 km The system will provide the user with 24 hour a day all weather position coverage with an accuracy of 5 to 30 meters Magnetic bearing Bearing relative to magnetic north compass bearing corrected for deviation Magnetic deviation A local magnetic field onboard a vessel Can interfere with the earth s magnetic field and create compass readings that may deviate from the actual magnetic heading The deviation will vary with the actual heading Magnetic heading heading relative to magnetic north 20222139A 20222139A Glossary Magnetic variation A magnetic compass points to the magnetic north pole The difference betwee
76. red new from the factory AND ANY TIME AFTER A MASTER RESET OF MEMORIES HAS BEEN PERFORMED the installation settings are all reset to factory preset default values The automatic interface prompt will appear see page 67 and a complete setup has to be made The values that are selected from within the Installation settings Menu are stored in the memory of the AP25 system No specific action 1s required to SAVE the selected values Once the value is changed it 1s stored until the next time the menu item is selected and changed 20222139A Configuration and Setup The Installation Settings are global except for display units and language enabling settings to be distributed to all control units in the system 4 3 Installation Menu INSTALLATION The Installation Menu is presented Language on the autopilot display by pressing Inter face and holding the INFO SETUP DisPlay unite Seatrial button for 5 seconds Parameters Service SM 1 2 8BH H1 Her r 280805 12 352 Note The INSTALLATION MENU is different from the USER SETUP MENU Refer to the flow diagram on the next page for a pictorial view of the Installation Menu Navigate through the Installation Menu as follows Answer YES to a question by rotating the course knob clockwise Answer NO to a question or proceed to the next menu item by pressing the STBD button Return to the previous menu item by pressing the PORT button Change the selected item by
77. rotating the course knob in either direction Exit the Installation Menu by pressing STBY AUTO or NAV WIND buttons When using the Installation Menu refer to the diagram Installation settings Menu Flow Chart on next page Note You may proceed through all items in the installation menu by continuing pressing the STBD button 20222139A 69 simrad AP25 Autopilot 70 ENTER INSTALLATION MENU INSTALLATION BY PRESSING AND HOLDING THE SYMBOLS MENU NAV BUTTON FOR 5 SECONDS f V SELECT OR CONFIRM BY COURSE KNOB O LANGUAGE MENU ENGLISH DEUTSCH FRANCAIS ESPANOL AN ITALIANO NEDERLANDS SVENSKA NORSK REVERT TO PREVIOUS MENU ITEM p c c c c c c c c c c c c c c j 2 2 INTERFACE MENU RADAR Output DISPLAY UNITS WIND SPEED WATER TEMP DEPTH SEA TRIAL MENU COMPASS CALIBRATION COMPASS OFFSET THRUSTER DIRECTION WIND OFFSET WIND DAMPING DEPTH OFFSET AUTOMATIC TUNING gt TRANSITION SPEED Y INIT NAV NAV CHANGE LIMIT PARAMETERS RUDDER LO CONT RUDDER LO AUTOTRIM L RUDDER HI CONT RUDDER HI V AUTOTRIM HI RECALL AUTOTUNED SERVICE SYSTEM DATA SYSTEM DATA SIMNET DATA STEERING COMPASS SIMNET SETUP RUDDER INPUT VOLTAGE Master reset SIMNET DATA Y XTE COG BWW SOG BPW WIND POS LAT SPEED POS LON DEPTH SIMNET SETUP GROUP SELECTION BACKLIGHT INSTANCE NUMBER SIMNET GATEWAY GLOBAL SIMNET RESE
78. s up to 12 mm eg up to 15 from the vertical fingers Protection against solid 3 Protected against sprays to 60 from the objects over 2 5 mm tools vertical wires Protection against solid 4 Protected against water sprayed from objects over mm tools any direction wires small wires Protection against dust 5 Protected against low pressure jets of limited ingress no harmful water from all directions limited deposit ingress permitted Totally protected against 6 Protected against strong jets of water dust eg for use on shipdecks limited ingress permitted 7 Protected against the effects of immersion between 15 cm and 1 m 8 Protected against long periods of immersion under pressure 20222139A 105 simrad AP25 Autopilot 8 9 SimNet messages SimNet NMEA2000 messages and data overview 127250 130310 128259 128275 65408 129025 129029 129026 130577 128259 127250 Message ident Data source N nav P pos H heading D depth Wa Wind apparent Wt Wind True WaS Water Speed WaT Water temp DI Distance log C Calculated Compass Data Compass heading 1 Rudder Data Rudder angle Wind Data Apparent wind angle 1 Apparent wind speed 1 True wind angle 1 True wind speed 1 Depth Data Depth ref transducer 1 Transducer Keel Offset 1 Speed Data Speed through water Distance Log Data Log distance and trip Temperature Data Water temperature BN Wa Wt 130306 H fee Wal WaS U U U
79. sh your turning rate using the arrows in the display 4 When the calibration is completed after having made approximately 1 1 4 turns it will be confirmed by the display reading Confirmed 74 20222139A Note 20222139A Configuration and Setup Compass deviation The heading from a magnetic heading sensor will normally have a deviation when compared with the actual direction of the earth s magnetic field This 1s caused by interference from the boat s local magnetic field The deviation will be at a minimum if the compass is placed as far as possible from any magnetic object on board On the other hand you may have to compromise with other requirements for the installation of the compass page 57 During the calibration the compass will measure the magnitude and direction of the local magnetic field from where the compass is mounted The magnitude is given in of the magnitude of the earth s magnetic field If the local magnetic field 1s stronger than the earth s magnetic field the local field 1s reading more than 100 the compass calibration will fail If the local field 1s reading more than 30 you should look for any interfering magnetic objects and remove them or you should move the compass to a different location The local field angle will aid you to the local interfering magnetic object See drawing Lubber line Lubber line 20 Magnitude of local Z EN S field in of 010 earth s magnetic field
80. speed e Try the effect of LO and HI parameter settings e Try the Dodge and U turn function e Ifa Non Follow Up lever or handheld remote is connected test change of modes and verify port and starboard steering commands of the lever e Set waypoints into each navigator connected to the system and verify that the AP25 steers in NAV mode for each NAV source 67 simrad AP25 Autopilot Try the NoDrift mode Provide the owner with user training Providing user training The user should be instructed in the basic operational functions such as 88 Turning the system on and off Changing modes Explain briefly what takes place in the different modes Regaining manual control from any mode Point out in what modes the helm is engaged by the autopilot and vice versa see page 13 Taking command at an inactive station if applicable Using the lock mode how to lock unlock and how to shut the system down from a locked control unit if applicable Use of the Non Follow up and Follow up steering modes and learning the difference between the two Use of a remote Non Follow up and Follow up controller if connected Changing course by rotary knob and buttons stepping through the User Set up Menu learning how to and why to change the settings How to select alternative sources for heading compass navigation GPS chartplotter speed depth etc 1f available Understand the difference between NAV mode
81. spiral turn mode press any of the mode buttons When pressing the AUTO button the new set course is shown in the upper portion of the display 2l simrad AP25 Autopilot Zigzag turns A zigzag turn pattern is also available when in AUTO mode The user decides whether the first turn should be made to Port or Starboard Ensure that the zigzag turn pattern has been selected under the User Set up 2 menu Refer to Turn Pattern select on page 41 To enter zigzag turn mode E Press of the TURN DODGE button repeatedly until ZIGZAG a is flashing in the display a 5 Fi 5 ri change can be set before the turn 1s Course ch 626 PORT Press STED The AP25 will continue on the set course until you EPA mods press either the PORT or STBD button to select the direction in which to make the first course change If you do not press PORT or STBD within 1 minute the autopilot will return to AUTO mode and stay on ZIGZAG course Course ch B Time on lea Smir Bourse 255 While sailing in a zigzag pattern you can alter the Next t 2998 PORT i Ed Hum 2 course change time on the leg and the set course An HEADING RUDDER 93 P s arrow shows the direction of the course change RATE Course change 40 Time on leg To exit zigzag turn mode press any of the mode buttons When pressing the AUTO button the new set course is shown in the upper portion of the display 22 20222139A Operation
82. strument pages are available under each mode screen if the required information 1s available on SimNet page 85 The INFO menu is accessed by a single press on the INFO SETUP button Left hand side of the screen will show the following information depending on mode 345 3S435 M Eidem EHTE H LO M Standby mode Auto mode Nav NoDrift Heading Set course mode Heading Heading Course to steer source Heading source Cross Track HI parameters set error XTE automatically LO parameters set manually Step or scroll through the available instrument screens by pressing the PORT or STBD button or using the course knob The right hand side of the display will show the following instrument screens 8 1 8 o DEPTH DEPTH 329 o0 329 0 RUDDER i de ware LA Art liter 11 44 20222139A Note 20222139A Operation WIND SHIFT WIND ANGLE WIND DIRECTION TRUE 16 6 kt COG 345 M SOG 8 6 kt POSITION M 2 re eh HP N 39 Egersund cUm 01 1T3 W 004 05 50 MAW DATA N 88 57 479 u 15 346 COG 343 M SUG c B8 kt ESerzund 2ra M 1 3 kt 9 99 nm H 991 nm If you prefer not to have all the instrument pages available in the INFO menu you may remove pages under the User setup 2 menu See page 41 Return to last instrument screen by a simple press on the INFO button Course knob icon Initially when the INFO menu is accessed an icon will replace the mode
83. t by rotating the course knob User setup 2 SETUP Source select This is a second set of user settings that normally as ine eel not need to be changed during day to day use To Course adJjust 1 Turn Pattern select activate User setup 2 turn the course knob Instrument select Contrast BEEN clockwise Source Select Provides you with automatic or manual selection of interfaced data sources for heading Compass Navigation Position Wind Angle Calculated Wind Water speed Water temperature Distance log and Depth Wind C calculated is a common term for true wind and wind direction 38 20222139A Operation Auto source update SETUP source select Tuto source uPdate Is used for automatically update of sources if the interfaced units have been removed added or switched on off Select Auto source update by rotating the course knob Make sure all interfaced units are powered on The autopilot will search for new connected sources and replace sources no longer available source select E TP Iuto source update SEARCHING is flashing as long as the autopilot is FATE KEzs searching When the automatic update is finished the Mind H linde Aces display will read DONE 345 N t nterna llc RATE 7 DONE Press the mode button to leave the User setup Move Adjust c Manual source select Step through the list of sources using the PORT or STBD button Selec
84. t wanted source by rotating the course knob indicates that no source supplying the data 1s available Notes l Simrad products will be identified by the product name provided the data is available on SimNet If speed data is provided from the Volvo IPS system to the autopilot computer the display will read IPS See note on page 65 and note 3 below In the event the SimNet is not powered on sources supplying data to SimNet are not on or malfunctioning or there is no SimNet installed it is possible to use any control unit in the system to select IPS as speed source The source select displays are then available on all control units 20222139A 30 simrad AP25 Autopilot 543 H SETUP Source select Auto source uPdate ComPacs RAT uidsation Position SETUP emaTE a IST 2666 Compass Select the compass to be used if more than one compass is connected Note Compass can only be selected in STBY mode Navigation Select a source for NAV mode steering Position Select the source for position data Wind Angle Select the source for Wind Angle Wind Calculated Select the source for Calculated Wind data for the Simrad group The autopilot uses internal source irrespective of the selected source Water Speed Select the source for water speed normally the same as the source providing Log data Water temperature Select the source for water temperature normally the same as the source pr
85. taeod eseeoaae 12 Flashing course EHOD 16 Olbesosescsaoeici nec tiies emn dem anui ai aii 13 ZATOHETIIS eeiceaceaiesencsieieg orca ser Ue quate MED MESE IM Den taUR I cde De MINE Ul 14 25 FOlOweUp Steere dul DE 14 2 4 Non Follow Up steering NFU cccssssseecceeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 14 2 5 R3000X Remote Control NFU eccccsecccesecceenecseeeessenees 15 2 0 JSIOJOVSUCK CINE U x s csscsscosanccussoneinasdoomostasorsieausonasieursasaveannesencunuaatons 15 Dek AWO SUC CTV ase cok snes E E E E 15 FCAT Capture REI 16 2 8 Automatic control of steering parameters cccccccccccceesssseeseeeeeees 17 2 9 Manual Selection of HI LO Parameters eeeeeeeereres 18 2410 PATTERN SiC CONG erupsi aiena a e piah aid 19 U eE E N 19 C e E A PE E E E E E E 19 SP T a E E E E I E A 21 V ru uU ORE A E AE E E T E E 22 SONO DUI Leen ee ne ete ee ee ee 23 Lay S O e E ee eee EA E re 24 20222139A 3 simrad AP25 Autopilot IDepth C ODtOUE s sbissers basada aduenit EE 25 ALL MOOG TTA U TO 2 2 12 Thruster Steering optional seen 28 Dili DODI n 30 Dodge in NoDrift mode ce eeecccccccccccesesesseeecceeeeeeaeeeseeeceeeeeeeaaeeees 30 2 14 Navigating with the AP25 eeessssssseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee nennen eene 3l Setting the waypoint arrival circle seeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeee 33 PNEU unas y er E E 34 2 16 Sele
86. tem consisting of maximum 5 SimNet products and a total length of 5 m SimNet cable you only need the SimNet power cable with built in termination red disc on cable plug On larger systems you will also need a termination at the other end of the chain For additional information about SimNet ask for the separate simNet Manual ee Nerio O Red Q Termination Y qd b not required T joiner e Lei u 12V SUPPLY simNet supply Figure 3 12 SimNet network small system AP16 IS12 Wind AP25 transducer AP26 Em T joiner 4N 12V SUPPLY Figure 3 13 SimNet network small system with Wind transducer 62 20222139A Installation The wind transducer has a built in terminator cam FES ETE ces ERR LIGH PAGER f inro INFO Keooagy d NMEA2000 Transducer i Wi SimNet compatible x Figure 3 14 SimNet network medium system Notes 1 Maximum total length of SimNet cable is 40 m 130 ft excluding the 30 m 99 ft of masthead cable 2 The wind transducer has a built in terminator 3 If there is no wind transducer connected a SimNet terminator must be connected instead 20222139A 63 simrad AP25 Autopilot WIND TRANSDUCER FFAN CH C memg mee Fase SimNet network T joiner AUTOPILOT COMPUTER Robnet2 12V SUPPLY Figure 3 15 Robnet2 and SimNet network The wind transducer has a built in terminator 64 20222139A Installatio
87. the limit of the automatic course change at the approaching waypoint INSTALLATION Select Seatrial by pressing the STBD je riim button and confirm by DisPlas units rotating the course knob Seatrial Parametera clock wise Service SH 1 2 88 61 Her T 20603 12 52 73 simrad AP25 Autopilot Compass calibration This function will activate the compass calibration procedure for simrad compasses connected to Robnet2 Notes 1 The RC36 Rate Compass that comes with the autopilot as standard will store the calibration and off set data in its own memor y 2 Calibration is made on the compass that is active for the autopilot The active compass is the one that is displayed on the compass calibration screen RATE O Rate compass Before you start the compass calibration make sure you have enough open water around you to make a full turn with the boat The calibration should be done in calm sea conditions and with minimal wind to obtain good results Use about 60 90 seconds to make a full circle INSTALLATION Increase speed gt gt gt gt gt Seatrial RHTE B Heading z45 Decrease speed x Calibrating gt Local field 815 Appropriate speed gt lt Field angle Hla Offset Tad 1 Select the Calibration item on the display 2 Begin turning the boat port or starboard 3 Confirm start of calibration by turning the course knob clockwise The display will flash Calibrating Establi
88. the upper portion of the display HEADING RUDDER Boat turning port 20 20222139A Operation Spiral turn The spiral turn feature may also be used for circling fish or when searching a particular object on the seabed Spiral turn makes the boat turn in a spiral with a decreasing or increasing rate of turn The user decides whether the spiral turn should be made to Port or Starboard Ensure that the Spiral turn pattern has been selected under the User Set up 2 menu Refer to Turn Pattern select on page 41 To enter Spiral turn mode Press the TURN DODGE button repeatedly until SPIRAL is flashing in the display _ The initial rate of turn can be adjusted before the turn c p gt A is initiated Increasing the ROT yields to a smaller coe SEE minen p circle and vice versa Adjustable range is 10 to HEADING SPIRAL RUDDER 600 min The AP25 will continue on the set course until you press either the PORT or STBD button to select the direction in which to make the spiral turn If you do not press PORT or STBD within 1 minute the Spiral increase 5 autopilot will return to AUTO mode and stay on Turn direction STED Course HEADING 20222139A RUDDER s Select spiral increase to move outwards in the spiral and spiral decrease to move inwards Higher number gives a wider spiral When Spiral 0 the boat will turn in a circle Increase 1 Increase 5 Decrease 1 Decrease 5 To exit
89. tion 74 maintenance 89 offset 76 selection 40 contrast 41 control unit front panel 12 installation 54 maintenance 89 specifications 100 counter rudder 42 setting 83 course adjust 41 course detector interface specifications 102 course knob icon 37 course to steer 31 cross track error 31 110 C turn 19 41 Index D depth offset 78 depth source 40 depth unit 72 depth turn 25 41 deviation 75 display units 72 dodging 27 F fluxgate compass installation 58 follow up steering 14 G grounding 52 I illumination See backlight Init NAV 81 instrument installation 66 log 41 45 main 41 45 menu 44 motorway 41 45 nav data 41 45 position 41 45 screen 44 select 41 45 SOG depth 41 45 speed depth 41 45 wind angle 41 45 wind direction 41 45 wind shift 41 45 interface setting 71 interfacing 60 IP protection code 105 J junction unit 111 simrad AP25 Autopilot 112 specifications 101 L language 71 lazy S turn 24 41 lock function 36 log source 40 M master reset 87 modes of operation auto 15 nav igating 31 NoDrift 30 standby 12 turn 19 multiple station 35 N NAV change limit 81 NAV source 37 38 navigating 31 navigation source 40 NFU Steering lever 9 NMEA data 85 NMEAO183 109 NMEA 2000 39 63 109 NoDrift 30 37 38 40 non follow up steering 14 P parameter selection manual 18 position sourc
90. ts 2 9 Manual Selection of HI LO Parameters Manual selection of HI LO parameters is necessary if there is no speed input to the autopilot or if you want to override the automatic control To toggle between LO and HI parameters press the AUTO button two times quickly HEADING RUDDER Quick MIF S double 40 LOG 1 kt press RRTE 8 HI M Notes 1 f you are in NAV or NoDrift modes you need not enter AUTO mode to manually change the parameter set Just make a quick double press on the AUTO button 2 The manually selected setting HI or LO will override the automatic selection and remain in effect until you re enter any automatic mode from STBY 18 20222139A Operation 2 10 PATTERN steering The AP25 offers a number of different pattern steering features when in AUTO mode The U turn pattern is always available Other turn patterns can be selected under the User Set up 2 menu Refer to Turn Pattern select on page 41 U turn This feature is very useful in a man overboard situation and whenever you want to steer back on a reciprocal heading U Turn changes the current set course to be 180 degrees in the opposite direction The user must decide whether the U Turn should be made to Port or Starboard when bringing the boat on the new course U Turn is activated by a quick press on the TURN DODGE button The AP25 will continue on the set course until you press either the
91. uage selection English Norwegian French Spanish German Italian Dutch Swedish Electronic Interface Navigation interface Standard NMEA 0183 via AT10 Compass heading output Simrad and Furuno radar display clock data NMEA2000 interface Via SimNet port and SimNet NMEA2000 adapter cable Heading sensors SANG AN cocer eese RC36 Rate Compass Course Selection Rotary course dial and push button ye big a eer eater ones cub maius Audible and visual optional external Alarm modes Off course system failures overload Steering modes Standby Non follow up Follow up Auto Nav 98 20222139A Technical specifications Special Turn modes Dodging U Turn C Turn Spiral Zigzag Square Lazy S Depth contour Instrument screen interface NMEA0183 messages and SimNet MAIN HDG RUDDER ROBNET2 PROPRIETARY NMEA HDT and HTG SimNet SPEED DEPTH VHW DBT DPT SimNet APPARENT WIND MWV SimNet TRUE WIND WIND MWV VTG RMC SimNet DIRECT MOTORWAY APB RMB VTG GGA RMC SimNet POSITION GGA RMC RMA SimNet NAV TRACK DATA APB VTG RMC GGA RMC RMB BWC SimNet LOG SEA TEMPERATURE VLW MTW SimNet Note Alternative messages are separated by slashes 20222139A 09 simrad AP25 Autopilot 8 2 AP25 Control Unit DIMENSIONS ucena See Figure 8 1 Woro DU sorrerara e 0 5 kg
92. up and control the SimNet Simrad Class 2 products Simrad products that do not contain a SimNet controller When connected to SimNet they will automatically pick the first available source on SimNet and lock on to that When a Class product is added to the Simrad Group Class 2 products will automatically subordinate themselves to the Class 1 source selection SOG Speed over ground is the actual speed of the vessel relative to the ocean floor 109 simrad AP25 Autopilot True bearing Bearing relative to true north compass bearing corrected for compass error True heading Heading relative to true north the meridian Waypoint A discrete point stored in a navigator located on the surface of the earth Normally this point will be identified by Lat Lon coordinates although in some systems it may be shown by T D s XTE Cross Track Error Used to identify a vessels position relative to a straight line drawn between two waypoints The amount the vessel is off to the left or to the right of this line 1s known as the track It is normally displayed in thousands of a nautical mile equal to 6 ft or 1 55 m 110 20222139A 1O INDEX 20222139A A alarm external 66 apparent wind 108 arrival circle 33 auto source update 39 automatic tuning 79 autopilot computer installation 51 maintenance 89 autotrim 83 B backlight 37 BPW 32 108 C cable Robnet 55 specifications 52 compass calibra
93. utopilot will search for connected sources and as the sources are detected a black square appears on the screen SEARCHING is flashing as long as the autopilot is searching for data When the automatic interface setup 1s finished FINISHED PRESS is displayed Press the STBD button to accept 67 simrad AP25 Autopilot 4 2 Note 68 Description of Installation Settings The installation settings must be performed as part of the installation of the AP25 system Failure to do so correctly may prohibit the AP25 from functioning properly The Installation menu can only be accessed in STBY mode The Installation Settings are grouped into the following functional categories Language Interface Display units Seatrial Parameters Service selection of language used for display information setting the format of the clock data heading output for radars connected to the autopilot computer setting the units to be displayed for wind speed water temperature and depth Presents settings and automatic calibrations to be performed during sea trial Permits viewing and changing of basic steering parameters See also Response control page 42 System data SimNet setup Master reset of memories Each group is designed to focus on specific functions and enable quick access when changes need to be made some important points regarding the installation settings When the AP25 is delive
94. y pressing its STBY button A long press 2 3 sec on the STBY button switches the system OFF and during this time the alarm will sound In an emergency it is possible on a multistation system to turn OFF the autopilot system at any control unit by pressing the STBY button for 2 3 seconds STBY mode is the mode that is used when steering the boat at the helm Display information S y d Standby mode Current heading 345 RUDDER Rudder angle 1 to starboard P PO juge Whenever you take manual control of the steering by means of the helm irrespective of the autopilot mode the autopilot will go to Standby The S in the P RUDDER S display is replaced by a dash to indicate that steering is from the helm Flashing course knob icon When the course knob and the PORT STBD buttons are used for settings etc an icon will flash on the screen to tell that no course changes can be made unless you press the AUTO button 13 simrad AP25 Autopilot Alarms In the event there is an audible alarm with explaining text on the control unit refer to section 6 Trouble shooting 2 3 Follow Up steering FU In the Follow Up steering mode the course knob may be used to set rudder commands The commanded rudder is shown as a baragraph on the display and the rudder will move to a corresponding angle and stop ana C FU 345 T Press both Use course buttons knob

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