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1. AP24 1820 Graphic AC12 AC42 EE O O JE Scr 12V SimNet supply SimNet cable with terminator Compass C D RF25 Rudder Feedback T joiner l 5 5m Non SimNe SimNet backbone 2 T joiner EJ SimNet drop cable Figure 2 20 SimNet network small system Installation 27 Autopilot Instrument Instrument Wind my SERD SAP transducer 4 O mu SHOE Al e Sry e fe e I 10m ic i Cp Autopilot Computer 20 m 30 m 40 m a AT45 Compass Non SimNet SimNet backbone 55m mm SimNet drop cable amp I q I p 55m j 8 p EHI D D B 12V SimNet supply 55m 5 SimNet cable without terminator I es p 4 I T joiner E I RF25 Rudder Feedback I Multijoiner l Analog Active a 55m Speed Temp depth uid ea sensor transducer Figure 2 21 SimNet network medium system 28 Installation AC12 AC42 1820 Compass 1520 Graphic SAS a Wind transducer p ez SaD oo Termination plug2. RF25RudderFeedback SS El gt RS82 Black box GB40 NavComputer 20 m 30 m 40 m ee eee mmm crit a 3 2 3 9 e Multijoiner I Non SimNet SimNet backbone Depth Speed Temp SimNet drop cable Figure 2 22 SimNet network expanded system Ez 1 Maximum total length of SimNet cables is 150 m 500 ft 2 Drop cables must not exceed 6 m 19 ft of length and the total length of drop cables must not exceed 60 m 200 ft 3 Equipment should not be daisy chained in a drop cable 4 The wind transducer has a built in terminator Installation 29 30 Installation 2 16 External alarm The external alarm circuit has an open collector output for an external alarm relay or buzzer The operating voltage for the circuit is the main supply voltage Max load on external alarm output is 0 75 Amp Autopilot Computer Figure 2 23 External alarm connection 3 Spare parts AP24 Control Unit 22096614 AP24 Control Unit 22096630 Mounting kit consisting of 22095483 Cabinet corners 6 44165181 Screw 3 5x19 4 24006355 SimNet blocking plug 22096820 Optional mounting bracket 24006355 SimNet blocking plug 22096515 AP24 Weather Cover AP28 Control Unit 22096622 AP28 Control Unit 22
3. 60 0 2 362 60 0 Le 362 a Tr a M L L 184 6 7 269 2 197 3 7 766 210 6 L8 292 ii 7 Figure 4 3 AC12 Autopilot Computer Dimensions e E fd Y CON o D E had sO s B o 5 d z 5 y m 5 pl y z N 5 A 184 6 7 2691 m 7 197 3 7 766 210 6 8 292 L gt Figure 4 4 AC42 Autopilot Computer Dimensions 40 Technical specifications 5 198 E TATATATAT Tatars I R 100 3 937 e A 14 5 5701 eti 145 L5 7091 a uu Figure 4 5 AC12 AC42 Cable retainer 4 5 FC40 Fluxgate Compass DIMENSIONS iniciara a ad See Figure 4 6 IST 0 9 kg 2 0 Ibs Mateus Black ABS Environmental Protection ssssssssrsersersrsrsrsrsrsrrsrrrrrrrrrr sr narr ansa IP56 Temperature range Operation assesseer 0 to 55 C 32 to 130 F Storage sa 30 to 70 C 22 to 158 F Supply and interface ssunsssssssssssrssrsrrrrrrsssssrs ssd 8 16V via SimNet Power consumption cece eect e eee e eect mmn 1 4 W SimNet Network load factor NL sssssee HH 3 SimNet ports input output misstesssserserrrsrrsrsrsrsrsrssr rer
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5. ssssserrresssseerersnrnererrn rn ers ra 47 4 13 AT10 SimNet NMEA0183 converter 48 B I NNCICK ERR 51 4 AC12 AC42 Installation manual 1 System description 1 1 General The autopilot computer is the main unit in the AP24 and AP28 autopilot systems It contains the steering computer and electronics for the drive unit motor and clutch and provides interface to other system components Two models AC12 8 16 A motor current and AC42 30 50 A motor current are available It communicates on the proprietary SimNet data and control network to establish a reliable digital communication and power distribution between the units in the autopilot system as well as other Simrad products 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 installing and maintaining the Simrad AC12 and AC42 autopilot computers and other components in an autopilot system Please take time to read this manual to get a thorough understanding of the system components and their relationship to a complete autopilot system Other documentation material that is provided with your system includes an operator manual which includes the setup instructions for the system a control unit installation guide and a warranty card The warranty card must be filled out by the authorized dealer that performed the in
6. Figure 4 1 AP24 Control Unit dimensions Mounting bracket is optional equipment Technical specifications 37 4 3 AP28 Control Unit DIMENSIONS oed iml Hii WR See Figure 4 2 Weight het vestuee teme ade 0 5 kg 1 1 Ibs Material Front Black ABS PC Back Dark gray ABS GF Supply and interface minsssssessrsrrrrsrrrrrrr rss rese nea 8 16V via SimNet Power consumption 0 cece eee eee eee eee eee eee etna eae 1 7 W SimNet Network load factor NL ssssese HH 3 SimNet ports input output 20 eee eee e eee eee eae 2 Display TY petii sisse REM MESS Backlit LCD matrix display Resolution vencio nai mene 130 x 104 pixels Illumination Red or white Adjustable in 10 steps Safe distance to compass misssssssssserrererrrrer renar rr na 0 3 m 1 0 ft Environmental Protection IP56 from front 1P43 from back Temperature Operating 0 to 55 C 32 to 130 F Storage ssssssss 30 to 70 C 22 to 158 F m DEREN zi EE LE a DD A ir esc SEIL l EE i EE 7 y How CLUDO E 48 1 88 mm Figure 4 2 AP28 Control Unit dimensions Mounting bracket is optional equipment 38 Technical specifications 4 4 Autopilot Computers Dimensions esee See Figure 4 3 and Figure 4 4 Weight ACUDA ute t utn uet
7. Perform Set up refer to Operator manual Test Autopilot Operation at Sea refer to Sea Trial instructions in the Operator manual E Mp 2 2 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 autopilot system will include e Control unit AP24 or AP28 with accessories Installation accessories Operator manual Installation 7 8 Installation e Autopilot computer AC12 or AC42 with accessories SimNet cable 5 5 m 187 Installation accessories AC12 AC42 Installation Manual e Compass FC40 or RC42 with 5 5 m 18 SimNet cable attached e Feedback unit RF300 or RF25 with transmission rod and cable attached e Appropriate drive unit for the installation unless the autopilot is going to operate an existing drive unit or solenoids e Optional equipment that may have been ordered for the installation 2 3 Determine system configuration It is important to become familiar with the configuration of the system prior to beginning the installation An autopilot basic single station system is shown in Figure 2 1 and a system layout with options is shown in Figure 2 2 Plan your cabling and configure the SimNet network in accordance with chapter 2 15 on page 26 Pay particular attention
8. Tx A To NMEA Green Tx B Listener Data converted from SimNet NMEA2000 to NMEA0183 TX and vice versa RX Po x NMEAO0183 sentence TX max rate Hz APB 0 5 BWC 0 5 BWR DBT DPT 0 5 1 GGA GLL 0 5 HDG 4 HDM HDT 4 HSC 0 1 MTW 0 2 MWV Relative Wind MWV True Wind RMA RMB 0 5 RMC 0 5 RSA 3 33 VHW 0 5 VTG 0 5 VLW 0 2 0 5 VWR WPL XTE ZDA 0 5 ZTG X DX Xx X X x xx x bd x X x x ox x x X DX X X x x x x Open cells indicates no transmission or reception P Applies only for units with P N S N code AA 2 Applies for units with P N S N code BA onwards Technical specifications 49 50 Technical specifications A autopilot computer installation 11 specifications 39 C cable specifications 11 control unit specifications 37 38 D drive unit hydraulic pumps 18 linear drive 18 E external alarm 30 F fluxgate compass specifications 41 G grounding 13 interfacing 25 IP protection code 47 N NMEA0183 49 NMEA2000 49 P polarity 13 R remote control specifications 46 rudder feedback installation 14 specifications 43 45 S SimNet 26 specifications 35 steering lever installation 25 system specifications 35 T terminal board 13 V virtual feedback 8 Index 51 Blank page 52 Index
9. sissssssssrrsersssrsrsn rna SimNet NMEA2000 PGN127245 ACCUFACy sic ib ee AT e t e ATA a a 0 7 Repeatability 2 roti b ele 0 1 Transmitter link Stainless 345 mm 13 6 with 2 ball joints Ball joint stud for rudder arm requires 4 2 mm diameter hole and 5 mm tap NMEA2000 compliant 4 9 R3000X Remote Control Dimensions c esses See Figure 4 9 Weight tute dee ut cata taba 0 4 kg 0 9 Ibs Material soe bsc et eu esee Cm sed n Epoxy coated aluminum Environmental Protection sssssssrserserrsrsrrsrsrsrrsrrrrerr ers rss ss ns ansa IP56 Safe distance to COMPASS sssesess 0 15 m 0 5 ft Temperature range Operation ssss 25 to 55 C 13 to 130 F Storage sete here 30 to 70 C 22 to 158 F Technical specifications 45 Cable length naini mi tet ertet ut ue eu rc GAR 7 m shielded Mounting bracket idia saines cece eee ee ee ee ee ee ee eeeeeaeeeeeaes Supplied 50 00 1 97 18 00 0 71 FONT 74 g a y pa m 8 T 8 2 z 1 2 1 Figure 4 9 R3000X Figure 4 10 JS10 Joystick Dimensions Dimensions 4 10 J S10 Joystick DIMENSIONS ia See Figure 4 10 WEO tt tl 0 5 kg 1 1 Ibs Environmental Protection JOYSTICK A T ure vegan ererey IP66 A ae ea IP20 Safe distance to COMPASS srssssssrrsrrrrrrerrrrss rr rra 0 15 m 0 5 ft Temperature range Operation sssss 25 to 7
10. wi ATO El J 3 E BEEN amp e Termination plug Autopilot Computer 12V SimNet supply SimNet cable with terminator 12 24V Motor supply Drive unit Multijoiner RF25 Rudder Feedback Unit RF300 Rudder Feedback Unit optional wo LFI3000 mE LF3000 Linear Feedback optional optional E Non SimNet SimNet Figure 2 2 AP24 system layout with options 10 Installation 2 5 Autopilot computer installation The autopilot computer is designed to operate in a location with ambient temperatures below 55 C 130 F The autopilot computer units AC12 and AC42 should be mounted vertically in a place between the control unit and the drive unit The unit should not be exposed to dripping or splashing water Figure 2 3 Autopilot computer mounting Cabling Use only shielded cables and ready made SimNet cables and accessories This includes motor supply drive unit cables and if necessary extension of the optional rudder feedback cable s The clutch bypass cable and the solenoid cable should be 1 5 mm AWG14 The motor supply cable and the drive unit motor cable should have sufficient wire gauge This will minimize voltage drop and allow the drive unit to operate at full power Installation 11 Refer to the table below
11. 7 2 3 Determine system configuration 8 2 4 Autopilot system layout ssssses 9 2 5 Autopilot computer installation 11 2 6 Rudder Feedback installation 14 2 7 LF3000 Linear Feedback 16 2 8 Drive unit installation ssssss 18 2 9 AP24 and AP28 Control unit installation 20 2 10 FC40 and RC42 Compass installation 23 2 11 R3000X Remote Control installation 24 2 12 JS10 JOYSTICK a anainn aeria eeee eee e aes 24 2 13 S35 NFU Lever installation 25 2 14 Interfacing cee cece cece eee eee teeta e eens 25 2 15 SimNet eee ge Era 26 2 16 External Alarm eese 30 3 Spare Parts List occnonnconnncnnnncannncnnnncnnannnos 31 AC12 AC42 Installation manual 3 4 Technical specifications 35 4 1 AP24 Autopilot System 35 4 2 AP24 Control Unit 36 4 3 AP28 Control Unit cece cece ee eee 38 4 4 Autopilot Computers seeessss 39 4 5 FC40 Fluxgate Compass 41 4 6 RC42 Rate Compass ccecce 42 4 7 RF300 Rudder Feedback 43 4 8 RF25 Rudder Feedback sss 45 4 9 R3000X Remote Control 45 4 10 JS10 JOYStiCKksissssssssrsserssrssresreerrrer rare area 46 4 ll SimNet erre EE 47 4 12 IP ProteCtiON
12. min 2 meters engine ignition cables other large metal objects and particularly the autopilot drive unit On steel hull boats it should be mounted 0 75 1 m above the wheel house on a non magnetic stand Installation 23 CS The compass face plate is the TOP Never mount it upside down Level the sensor as close to horizontal as possible Use the supplied mounting kit and drill holes through the centre of the slots Connect the compass to an available SimNet connector in the SimNet backbone 2 11 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 Autopilot Computer Figure 2 18 R3000X connection 2 12 JS10 Joystick Refer to separate installation instructions supplied with the JS10 Joystick 24 Installation 2 13 S35 NFU Lever installation The unit is mounted to a bulkhead or panel by two screws from the front The cable is connected to the autopilot computer according to Figure 2 19 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 S35 Steering Autopilot Computer Lever REMOTE Figure 2 19 S35 connections The unit is opened by removing the three screws on the back cover Inside are two sets of micro switches a printed circuit board wi
13. not put in its final position when supplied from factory When the motor supply is connected to the terminal a diode will light If the light is red you have to swap the wires When the light is green the polarity is correct Switch off the supply voltage and put the fuse into correct position Radio Frequency Interference RFI The autopilot system has excellent RFI protection as per EMC Directive 2004 108 EC SimNet cables and other signal cables feedback NMEA 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 If problems occur with RFI make provisions to connect the supply cable shield to the fast on ground terminal This terminal must also be connected to the hull bonding Installation 13 14 Installation AP24 Control Unit Autopilot Computer SimNet Figure 2 4 Control unit connection J1 and J2 are the SimNet connectors 2 6 Rudder feedback installation The RF300 and RF25 Rudder feedback units mount close to the rudder and are mechanically linked to the rudder tiller arm or rudder quadrant Refer to Figure 2 5 for the recommended mounting arrangement Do not remove the transmitter lever from the feedback unit The unit is factory adjusted and need no further adjustment at installation than described below Turn the helm wheel to set the rudder tiller arm to approximate ce
14. vt a 1 3 kg 2 9 Ibs ACA2 dires ede c dea adult 2 8 kg 6 2 lbs Material erede Anodized aluminum and black ABS SimNet supply and interface ssss 8 16V via SimNet Supply voltage AC12 AC42 nccc 12 24V DC Power consumption ssssrssrsesrsssrsssrsssr rss ers rrr eaenenees 5 W electronics 0 5 W SimNet SimNet Network load factor NL stssssssssssssrsssssssssrrrrrrsrrs rss nn 1 SimNet ports input output missssrsssersssrrsrsrrerrrrer senere me 1 Clutch bypass current sseses rr rss nr rn rna a 0 6 MA 3A Reverse voltage indication sssssssssssssrrserrsrrsrssrsrsrerrrrrrrr sr rss sa Yes Motor solenoid drive ACI2 aiii ii 8 A continuous 16 A for 1 sec peak ACA2 ai 30 A continuous 50 A for 1 sec peak Heading Sensor input SimNet NMEA2000 PGN127250 PGN130577 NFU control NP Ut s uite s Yes Rudder feedback input SimNet NMEA2000 PGN127245 Optional rudder feedback input Frequency signal 3400 Hz 20 Hz deg Solenoid output 0 2 cece eee nett nett tena eee eae AC12 only External Alarms io ede e elei MIR IRURE Open collector Temperature range Operation ccecce 0 to 55 C 32 to 130 F Storage ccececeeeeeaeaees 30 to 70 C 22 to 158 F Mounting iii a vac Conese Bulkhead mount Technical specifications 39
15. y 2 SimNet cables and accessories 24005829 24005837 24005845 24005852 24006363 24005902 24005910 24005729 24005860 24006298 24005878 24005886 24006355 24005894 24005928 44172260 44172278 24005936 24005944 24006694 AS000469 AA010169 SimNet cable 0 3 m 15 SimNet cable 2 m 6 6 SimNet cable 5 m 16 6 SimNet cable 10 m 33 SimNet Cable 5 5 m 18 with one plug SimNet power w termination 2 m 6 6 SimNet power w o termination 2 m 6 67 SimNet cable to Micro C Adapter cable for SimNet products in a NMEA2000 network SimNet T joiner 3p SimNet multijoiner 7p SimNet cable gland SimNet protection plug SimNet blocking plug SimNet termination plug SimNet cable protection cap SimNet In line joiner w o termination SimNet In line joiner w termination AT10 Universal NMEA0183 converter AT15 Active Tee w connector 1515 AT10HD Heading NMEA0183 converter AT40 NX40 Gateway AT45 NX45 Gateway Spare parts list 33 Blank page 34 Spare parts list 4 Technical specifications 4 1 Autopilot System Boat type and size Sail and Motor boat displacement and planning up to 80 ft Steering system types sssssssssssessrsrrssssrrn ra Hydraulic Mechanical Inter unit connection otssssssssrssrrsrrsrrrrrer rss rss sa SimNet network Maximum number of products connected in a network 50 System ONO Promises From control units SUPPLY VIAGE udadadada datada adsl See system u
16. 0 C 13 to 158 F Storage ote ves 40 to 70 C 40 to 158 F Mount Eire Panel mount Cable parere rere E E nr 10 meters 33 ft Shock resistance according to MIL 202 B method 202 A 1 2 sinusoid 11 ms No damage or disassembling at 100g 46 Technical specifications 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 4 11 SimNet Maximum number of products connected in a network 50 Maximum cable length mosmosssssssesssrrrrrer reser ere narr rna 150 m 5007 Bit rateof tle DUus s asas 250 Kbit second Maximum DC current through a single SimNet plug 5A SimNet power supply rere ee eee ei enean 12VDC Maximum drop cable length ssseeeeees 6 m 207 Maximum total length of all drop cables accumulated 60 m 2007 Environmental protection Cable and plug connector system IP66 Maximum temperature ssss 70 C 158 F 4 12 IP protection Each part of a Simrad autopilot system has a two digits IP protection code The IP rating is a method to classify the degree of protection against solid objects water ingress and impact afforded by electrical equipment and enclosures The system is recognized in most European countries and is set out in a number of British and European standards The first code number describes the protection against solid objects and the second number
17. 0 O O O O O O Oo O OQ OQ o O OQ O O OQ O O O OQ O O O o O O O O O 00 50700 70 0 O 0 0O 0 Q O O O O0 0 0 O OD Oo OQ 0 0 0 Or 9 9 Q 19 O O OM Or gt O OF O O 0 9 0 O Go 0 0 O 0 0 O O O oO O O O O oO O O0 O O O O 0 0G OUO 9 00 GO 0 7570 OO O TOO OQ 00 0 O0 O G0 e TO OO OO 0 0 o O o O0 O0 O o OQ Oo O0 oo O oe O O O O0 000000000009 9 00 O0 OQ O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O OOo Q Q Q0 Q O0 o O 0 O 0 0 0 O o O oO On O O 0 10 9100 O 0 OF 0 Or 0O 0 0 O 0 O0 OO O O O Oo 9 0 09 70 Q 0 Q0 0 09 9 0 0 0 0 0 0 9 0 1091 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 O O O O O O O O O O O O oO O O O OPO OF 09 Qu O00 0 10 0 OO O o0 OO cornu Q OO 0000 0 OO 0 0 OO JOO O O O O O O O 10 O O O6 0 0 0 O O oO O oO OO 00000000009 9 Q0 7600 QOO OS On 0 070 0 0 16 Q OO O0 O OOO www simrad yachting com A brand by Navico Leader in Marine Electronics Installation manual Simrad AP24 AP28 Autopilots with AC12 ACA2 Autopilot Computers English Document no 20222568 Revision D Date January 2009 The original language for this document is English In the event of any discrepancy between translated versions and the English version of this document the English document will be the official version To the best of our knowledge the content in this publication was correct at the time of printing As we are continuously improving our products we retain the right to make changes to the product and the documentation at any time Updated ma
18. 096630 Mounting kit consisting of 22095483 Cabinet corners 6 44165181 Screw 3 5x19 4 24006355 SimNet blocking plug 22096820 Optional mounting bracket 24006355 SimNet blocking plug 22096572 AP28 Weather Cover Autopilot Computers 22089841 AC12 Autopilot Computer 22097166 AC12 Installation accessories 22089858 AC42 Autopilot Computer 22097125 AC42 Installation accessories 22096986 Terminal cover 44161974 Fuse blade fast acting 15A 32V Blue AC12 44143022 Fuse blade fast acting 30A 32V Green AC42 Spare parts list 31 FC40 Electronic Fluxgate Compass 22090187 22081442 24006363 FC40 Fluxgate Compass w accessories Installation accessories consisting of 20104972 Mounting plate 2 44140762 Screw 3 5x25 2 44140770 Screw 30x9 4 22081376 Plug 2 SimNet Cable 5 5 m 18 with one plug RC42 Rate Compass 22090195 22081442 24006363 RC42 Rate Compass w accessories Installation Accessories Consisting of 20104972 Mounting plate 2 44140762 Screw 3 5x25 2 44140770 Screw 30x9 4 22081376 Plug 2 SimNet Cable 5 5 m 18 with one plug RF300 Rudder Feedback Unit 20193462 20193454 RF300 Rudder Feedback Transmitter link 44133122 Transmitter rod M5x325mm 20193624 Ball joint Ass y 2 RF25 Rudder Feedback Unit 22014302 24005241 20193454 32 Spare parts list RF25 Rudder Feedback SimNet cable 5 m Transmitter link 44133122 Transmitter rod M5x325mm 20193624 Ball joint Ass
19. 5 Drill and tap the rudder tiller arm so that the Y1 dimension is equal to the Y2 dimension Use 4 2 mm drill and 5 mm tap Attach the ball joint to the tiller arm and connect the transmitter rod to the ball joint at the rudder tiller arm Tighten the mounting screws for both the feedback unit and the transmitter rod ball joint Observe the feedback unit while someone turns the helm wheel through the complete travel H O to H O and verify that the mechanical linkage moves freely Installation 15 Autopilot Computer Optional RF300 Rudder Feedback RUDDER eo Non polarized color independent Figure 2 6 RF300 connection 8 16V SimNet supply SimNet eomm omm m m g g T joiner RF25 Rudder Feedback Unit m m ee A m um a I I I Figure 2 7 RF25 connection to SimNet 2 7 LF3000 Linear Feedback The rod of the LF3000 is not locked in place in the cylinder Pay attention as it may slip out of its housing and end up on the seabed The LF3000 is a waterproof feedback unit It has a 300 mm 11 8 stroke and comes with a special mounting bracket which secures the LF3000 to the cylinder of the existing outboard drive unit The 8 5 m 28 cable is terminated in the LFI3000 Mk2 Linear Feedback Interface according to Figure 2 9 The mounting hardware provided is made to interface with Teleflex HC5340 cylinders and
20. F Mounting hipno aaia Horizontal vertical or upside down Technical specifications 43 Cable supplied 10 m 33 ft twisted pair shielded cable Rudder angle s ie ett S RR RR RR ERA MR MNA 90 Output signal Polarity independent two wire frequency signal Frequency resolution Centre 3400 Hz 20 Hz degree of change Linearity aia t3 up to 45 of rudder Transmitter link Stainless 345 mm 13 6 with 2 ball joints Ball joint stud for rudder arm requires 4 2 mm diameter hole and 5 mm tap Figure 4 7 Rudder Feedback Dimensions s NS PE NA 7 Figure 4 8 Transmitter link Dimensions W EN H a CA D pis 44 Technical specifications 4 8 RF25 Rudder Feedback Dimensions isesi tnae aaa See Figure 4 7 and Figure 4 8 Mein 0 5 kg 1 1 Ibs Material inanici n Arnite TO6 200 PBT Environmental Protection innin i i IP56 Temperature range Operation ssss 25 to 55 C 13 to 130 F Storage 30 to 70 C 22 to 158 F Mounting ccecce Horizontal vertical or upside down Supply and interface ooocococccncncncncncnanananananos 8 16V via SimNet PoOWer CONSUMO ni na a 0 4 W SimNet Network load factor NL sssesee HH 1 SimNet ports input output ssssssse nana eee 1 Cable supplied 5 5 m 18 SimNet cable with connector R dder angle uii ette bue bep Me eMe 120 degrees Output signal
21. Hynautic K7 and K10 16 Installation Cylinders The hardware may not be appropriate for other systems Center the drives Loosely secure the LF3000 to the supplied mounting bracket across the center of the drive unit cylinder Either cylinder may be used if there is a dual set up You may mount the feedback in either direction i e the shaft of LF3000 may point to port or starboard Loosen the end bolt a used to secure the cylinder to the drive unit mount Insert the rod retaining assembly b and retighten the bolt Secure the feedback rod to the retainer plate using the two washers and the cap nut provided Adjust the location of the LF3000 Linear Feedback to allow full travel of the hydraulic cylinder without causing the retainer plate to hit the end of the cylinder Check that the outboard motor can be tilted freely Tighten all nuts and the mounting bracket Turn the helm slowly by hand to the stop on either side check that the rod does not bind up in any direction Make a drip nose c on the cable to the unit and clamp the cable to allow full engine movement to port and starboard MOUNTING BRACKET CLAMPS 2 HALVES k ALLEN HEX ERE 2 2 i ML 4 RETAINER PLATI END VIEW T CYLINDER T LOCK NUT iFa FLAT WASHERS 2 LF3000 2 LINEAR FEEDBACK BRACKET Figure 2 8 LF3000 mounting C Installation 17 LFI3000 Mk2 LF3000 Interface Linear Autop
22. Master the Elements Installation manual Simrad AP24 AP28 Autopilots with AC12 AC42 Autopilot Computers English DIO NOOO O 0 O05 0 0 0 OQ O 0 o 050 705930 9 0 250 ONDAS QUIO 0 70 0 O 0 00 30 00 On 4 010 706 o O oOo O oO O O O O O O O O O O O oO O 9 OO O O 0 O O 0O 0 O 0 0 0 0 0 9 10 10 0 amp 0O O OOO OOO OO Q O 0 0070 OOO ONO OOTO 0 70 0 70 OO 10 19107 0 O O O O 010001050 oO Oo O0 0 0 0 o O OF O O O Or O O O O O 0009 O 9 O O O O 0 0 O0 O O O OQ O O O O O O O O O O O O O 0 00 109 0 O0 0 0 0 5 Oh Os O0 o O OO 0 O OO 070 O0 oO 0 O O OQ OO O o 70 O O O O O O O Oo O000000000000000000000 Q0 0 O00 O 00 OO O O O O O O O O O D O OQ O 0 O O O O OQ O O O Q O O O OO O O O O 0 0 0 0 O O O 16 O O o O O gt O O O O O O O O 9 Q 00 70 OE o 0 9 0 Or Oy 90 0 0 020 0 0 gt ES 6 O 0 O OQ O O O O O O O O O O O O O O Oo O O O OTOOTO O OTOT OTOT TOTO 90 00 90 O00 OTOT O 0 0 0 070 0c Gg 9 0 10 GRO o 0 Q0 O 205 10 0000 0010 Oe oo O OQ O O O OO O O O O O O O O O O O0 O O9 00 10 OF 0 0 O 10 101 0O 0 0 0 0 O 0 10 O 10 O oO O OO O 0 0 O O O O O O O O O O O oO O O O Oo O 0 09 00 97 70 0 Q0 0 0 0 0 o 50 o OO O0 Oo 0 0 9 D 0 0 Or 0 O O O O0 o O0 O O 0 0 OF 0 0 0 9 0 00 O O OQ OQ O O O O OQ O O O O O O O O O O O O 00 70 20 00500 OQ GO 0 9 O0 00 0 0 Oo Oo O Oo O O O 0 0 0 0 D O OC O O O oO O O OQ O O O O Oo O OG 0 O 0 O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O Oo O O O 9 OO O O OQ O O O O O O O 10
23. describes the protection against liquids Technical specifications 47 FIRST NUMBER Protection against solid objects SECOND NUMBER Protection against liquids IP TESTS IP TESTS O No protection O No protection 1 Protection against solid objects 1 Protected against vertically falling up to 50 mm e g accidental drops of water e g touches by hands condensation 2 Protection against solid objects 2 Protected against direct sprays of up to 12 mm e g fingers water up to 15 from the vertical 3 Protection against solid objects 3 Protected against sprays to 60 over 2 5 mm tools wires from the vertical 4 Protection against solid objects 4 Protected against water sprayed over 1 mm tools wires from any direction small wires 5 Protection against dust limited 5 Protected against low pressure ingress no harmful deposit jets of water from all directions limited ingress permitted 6 Totally protected against dust 6 Protected against strong jets of water e g for use on ship decks 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 4 13 AT10 SimNet NMEAO183 converter a To gt SimNet E 48 Technical specifications White Rx A From NMEA Brown Rx B Tolker Yellow
24. epth PGN128267 Wind angle speed and direction PGN130306 Position PGN126992 PGN127250 PGN127258 PGN129025 PGN129026 PGN129029 PGN129033 PGN130577 NAV PGN129283 PGN129284 PGN129285 PGN129029 PGN129291 Log PGN128275 Sea temperature PGN130310 PGN130311 Parameter Group Number 36 Technical specifications 4 2 AP24 Control Unit DIMENSION Sr osos toe eot See Figure 4 1 Uem 0 3 kg 0 7 lbs Material Front Black ABS PC Back Dark gray ABS GF Supply and interface ssnmsssssssssrssrsrrsrrrsssr rss sa 8 16V via SimNet Power consumption esse sa eee eee mene 1 2 W SimNet Network load factor NL ssssse HH 2 SimNet ports input output misssssssserserserrsrsrsrsrsrsr ser etree eee eee 2 Display o Backlit LCD matrix display RESOIUTION HOP OR alarrasaclia 130 x 79 pixels Illumination Red or white Adjustable in 10 steps Safe distance to COMPASS srsssssssrsersrrrrrsrsrrs rr sr saa 0 3 m 1 0 ft Environmental Protection IP56 from front 1P43 from back Temperature Operating sesusse 0 to 55 C 32 to 130 F STO AQE aisinar edy 30 to 70 C 22 to 158 F 114 5mm 4 5 97mn 3 81 o9 20mm 8 T An E re SIMBAD Ey Bl T N SE 3 El E 5 MENI 1 E ON Y A 39mm 1 5
25. for recommended cable sizes Cable length Drive unit voltage 1 Breaker panel to autopilot computer 24V 2 Autopilot computer to drive unit motor AWG AWG Length refers to each of the two cables Lr ERN farten wesma a pa 39 25 hewimme e s fw OTI e wel Remove the bottom cover to get access to the plug in terminals Provide sufficient wire length so that the plug in terminals can be easily connected and disconnected Pull out each terminal before connecting the wires Remove all strands before putting back the terminal cover Ground terminal Plug in terminal Cable strap 12 Installation A SimNet cable is supplied with the autopilot computer It has a connector only at the control unit end The other end is prepared for screw terminals s el 20 oo s RED amp NET S BUCK NET C veuow Q NET H ee Q NET L o ES z f n G SOL MOTOR DO r DRIVE ALARM L ms SUPPLY DRIVE ENGAGE AC12 Board Terminals A e e O 7 Ze I pe 22 RUDDER ALARM ED NET S stack Q NET C veuow I NET H sue Q NET L DRIVE SUPPLY DRIVE ENGAGE SIMNET AC42 Board Terminals Polarity protection The fuse located in the lower left corner of the AC board is
26. ilot Computer Feedback RUDDER Non polarized color independent Figure 2 9 LF3000 LFI 3000 Mk2 connections 2 8 Drive unit installation The relations between drive units drive unit voltage autopilot computer drive performance and interface to the steering gear are shown in the tables below Refer to the connecting diagram for the different drive units on page 19 onwards Installation instruction for the drive units are found in the manual for the individual units The maximum drive current capability of the AC12 and AC42 autopilot computers are different Use the table below as reference and observe the notes on next page HYDRAULI C PUMPS RAM CAPACI TY MOTOR FLOW RATE VOLTS AT 10 bar cm min cu in min 18 Installation LI NEAR DRIVE UNITS MOTOR AUTO HARD OVER PWR TI LLER VOLTS PILOT STROKE THRUST RUDDER TI ME CON SUMP HLD350 12V AC12 200 7 9 350 610 770 5400 HLD2000L 12V AC42 340 13 4 500 1460 12850 EE 1100 HLD2000D 24V AC42 200 7 9 1050 1800 1 2310 15900 gt HLD2000LD 24V AC42 340 13 4 1050 3180 1 3 10A 298 2310 28000 11 7 MSD50 12V AC12 190 7 5 60 1 0 8 2A 132 Steering gear interface Connects to quadrant or tiller 12 9 1 9 5 For stern drive power assisted steering only cge 1 For 12V drive units the motor voltage is stepped down by the autopilot computer when operating from 24V supply 2 The specified autop
27. ilot computer is necessary to achieve max drive unit capacity 3 Recommended operational thrust or torque is 7096 of listed peak value 4 Typical average power consumption is 4096 of listed maximum value Connecting a reversible pump AC12 Autopilot Computer DRIVE DRIVE SIMRAD Reversible Pump Figure 2 10 Connecting a reversible pump Installation 19 20 Installation Connecting a hydraulic linear drive Hydraulic Linear Drive AC12 Autopilot Computer o RIVE DRIVE ENGAGE O solano S amp so voron amp sot motor Figure 2 11 Connecting a hydraulic linear drive Connecting a solenoid valve Solenoid Valve AC12 Autopilot Computer D lt m amp soL motoR y amp soL moToR Figure 2 12 Connecting a solenoid valve 2 9 AP24 and AP28 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 Do not install the control unit where moisture is present at the rear It may 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 mm e Drill the 4 mounting holes and make a panel cut out according to supplied template e Connect the SimNet cable s to the control unit connector s e To daisy chain units remove the blocking plug
28. nits Power consumption Dependent on system configuration EMC protection CE 1EC60945 Fourth edition 2002 08 Automatic Steering control Rudder Drive Proportional rate or solenoid on off Parameter selection Automatic Autotune with manual override Sea state control Adaptive sea state filter or manual Language selection Dutch English French German Italian Norwegian Spanish Swedish NMEA2000 interface acceca Via SimNet port and SimNet NMEA2000 adapter cable Heading sensors Standardi eom RC42 Rate Compass OJ PU o p eb FC40 Fluxgate compass Rudder feedback units RF25 RF300 optional LF3000 optional Course Selection Push keys Rotary knob AP28 Ala MS sacara Audible and visual optional external Alarm modes Off course system failures overload Depending on hull and steering type displacement and drive type it may steer boats up to approximately 110 ft Technical specifications 35 Steering modes Standby Power steering Auto NoDrift Nav Wind Windnav Special Turn modes Tack Gybe U Turn C Turn Spiral Zigzag Square Lazy S Depth Contour Tracking DTC Instrument data page interface Instrument screen SimNet NMEA2000 PGN Heading PGN127250 PGN130577 Rudder angle PGN127245 Speed PGN128259 PGN129026 PGN130577 D
29. ntre position Set the mounting location to be in accordance with Figure 2 5 The centre of the feedback unit should be in line with the centre of the rudder post Mount the feedback unit to a suitable platform using the screws provided If necessary add blocking material under the feedback unit to adjust the height of the transmitter lever to be level with the rudder tiller arm Due to space limitations it may be necessary to cut the length of the transmitter rod to move the feedback unit closer to the rudder post Rotate the feedback transmitter lever to centre position Use the alignment mark to line up the transmitter lever to be opposite the cable entry into the feedback CS Carefully observe the alignment marks A rudder feedback alarm may be the result if the alignment instructions as per Figure 2 5 are neglected FEEDBACK UNIT indica eor RUDDER STOCK X1 m ALIGNMENT MARKS MIN 150 5 9 MAX 345 13 6 m 2 3 x E SN RUDDER TILLER ARM TILLER ARM SF X2 s ROD YA TRANSMITTER LEVER LEVER s Figure 2 5 Rudder feedback mounting 019356 Note that the transmitter lever has two slots for the transmitter link The slots enable maximum flexibility to provide the 1 1 mechanical linkage relationship As a starting point set the transmitter rod to the inner limit of the outer slot if possible Refer to Figure 2
30. nuals are available from our website www simrad yachting com and are free to download Copyright 2009 by Navico Holding AS About this manual Rev A 19 10 07 First issue Rev B 03 07 08 Corrections on system drawings Spare parts list updated Rev C 10 11 08 Correction on board terminals page 13 Rev D 27 01 09 Correction page 13 This manual is intended as a reference guide for installing and maintaining the Simrad AC12 and AC42 autopilot computers and other components in an autopilot system Please take time to read this manual to get a thorough understanding of the system components and their relationship to a complete autopilot system Important text that requires special attention from the reader is emphasized as follows 87 Used to draw the reader s attention to a comment or some important information Used when it is necessary to warn personnel that a AN risk of damage to the equipment or hazard exists if care is not exercised 2 AC12 AC42 Installation manual Content 1 System description seses 5 1 1 General 2 0 0 0 cece cece ee ee eee eee eats mne 5 1 2 How to use this manual 5 1 3 Software record sssssssesersrrserererrrrrerrr eee nena 6 2 Installation eeeeeeeeee eene nnne 7 2 1 Installation checklist sussssees 7 2 2 Unpacking and handling
31. rrr rr rr arna 1 Cable supplied 5 5 m 18 SimNet cable with connector MOUNT iia dadas Deck or bulkhead Automatic Performance Calibration Automatically activated from control head Gain control Automatically adjusted continuously Deviation control slossssssserssrsssrsssersrrsr ers rrr rr arsa Automatic Static Performance ROUPPICCH ica 35 ACCULACY liar 3 after calibration Repeatability lessen 1 0 Technical specifications 41 Dynamic Performance With random excitation of X10 at max 1 Hz Heading error 5 With heading step input of 90 at a rate of 10 s Heading error 10 sec after turn 5 Output signali vacia ia pup eaa ea PGN127250 NMEA2000 compliant 340 13 Te co IINE O DUE E eco Ea 980 39 860 341 E x a x 1280 501 900 351 102 4 401 1064 421 Figure 4 6 FC40 Fluxgate Compass Dimensions 4 6 RC42 Rate Compass Dimensions oossesssrssessan san rsn ran rna nn Same as FC40 See Figure 4 6 A aa aa 0 9 kg 2 0 Ibs Material mer e Ed Off white ABS Environmental Protection sssssssssersersrsrsrsrsrsrrsrrrrrrrrrr rss sr sansad IP56 Temperature range Operation assesseer O to 55 C 32 to 130 F Storage inana 30
32. rs in central locations The T joiners provide easy access to the network and can be replaced with a new product or the new product can be connected via a drop cable The connectors are weather proof according to IP66 when properly installed All unused SimNet connectors must be fitted with the plastic cap to protect them against dirt and moisture SimNet power and termination The following rules should be observed when installing SimNet 1 It must have a separate 12VDC power from the battery bus or the circuit breaker board to reduce interference 2 It must not be connected to the supply voltage terminals on the Autopilot Computer 3 It will power a SimNet compatible instrument system Hence SimNet to other equipment can be supplied via the autopilot see Figure 2 20 Figure 2 21 and Figure 2 22 4 SimNet must be properly terminated i e unless it is a small system see Figure 2 20 there must be terminations at each end of the Simrad backbone The SimNet network has to be terminated according to the number and type of products connected In a small system consisting of maximum 5 SimNet products and a total length of 5 m SimNet backbone cable you only need the SimNet power cable with built in termination red disc on cable plug For additional information about SimNet ask for the separate SimNet Manual
33. stallation System description 5 1 3 Software record Control units When the system is switched on a status display shows the serial number and software version for the control unit SIMRRD AP24 E d 26 2008 CS The shown readout is only an example Autopilot computers Serial number and software version for autopilot computers and other SimNet sources can be found under the control unit User setup menu Refer to Manual source selection in the autopilot operator manual SINRAD rd T HEROS SAN 000001 ER 120200 cj ADDR 5 1 2 00 00 1 4 Exchange of software program For upgrading the software of Simrad products devices refer to Manual for Software Upgrade Tool part no 20222956 6 System description 2 Installation An autopilot system includes several units 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 boat s steering system e The boats electrical system input power e Other equipment on board SimNet interfacing In addition the advanced capabilities of the system require the installer to perform a series of settings and tests to verify proper operation of the system refer to the check list below 2 1 Installation checklist 1 Determine the system configuration you are installing Page 8 Perform the hardware installation Page 11 Connect SimNet devices to SimNet page 26
34. th a plug in terminal and a jumper strap 2 14 Interfacing With the 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 adapter drop cable part no 24005729 The different connecting diagrams on the following pages illustrate the interface possibilities of the autopilots Installation 25 26 Installation 2 15 SimNet 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 make a successful installation Refer to SimNet cables and accessories page 33 SimNet network cables A SimNet unit has one or two yellow SimNet connectors There are no dedicated in or out connectors Route the SimNet cables with Figure 2 20 Figure 2 21 or Figure 2 22 as a guideline Select cables and accessories from the SimNet accessory program Connect products with two SimNet connectors in a daisy chain and use drop cables and T joiners when required For cable extension in line cable joiners are available Total length of SimNet cable installed in a system should not exceed 150 meter 5007 If you plan to extend your SimNet system in the future it may be advantageous to prepare for it by adding a few T joine
35. to 70 C 22 to 158 F Supply and interface ssmmssssssssssrsrrsrrrrrrrrrs rss sa 8 16V via SimNet 42 Technical specifications SimNet Network load factor NL stesssssssssssrsssssssrsrrerrrrrrrssrs rr ssd 3 SimNet ports input output 0 eee mme 1 Cable supplied 5 5 m 18 SimNet cable with connector MOUNTINO assets eoe emet tes e e a PRSE Deck or bulkhead Automatic Performance Calibration Automatically activated from control head Gain control Automatically adjusted continuously Deviation control arisen arnan ataia Automatic Heading output sissssssserserrerssrssssn rna Rate sensor stabilized Static Performance sell A uil coa pt 35 ACCUFACy coetus iced vane 3 degrees after calibration Repeatability 2 0 0 cece eect eect neta eee narcos t 1 0 Dynamic Performance With random excitation of X10 at max 1 Hz Heading error 2 With heading step input of 90 at a rate of 10 s Heading error 10 sec after turn 2 Output sigrial cuteutetietetettte ute i etie aea PGN127250 127251 NMEA2000 compliant 4 7 RF300 Rudder Feedback Dimensions eeeeeee See Figure 4 7 and Figure 4 8 Len eet iodo 0 5 kg 1 1 Ibs Mater iria tt tt Arnite TO6 200 PBT Environmental Protection sssssssssssssrrsssrssrrrnranrrnrr nana rn sr n na IP56 Temperature range Operation ssss 25 to 55 C 13 to 130 F Storage ect 30 to 70 C 22 to 158
36. to the autopilot computer drive unit combinations As most of the units are communicating on a common network SimNet with identical connectors the installation is simple Try to mount the units within the standard cable length supplied with each unit SimNet cables are available from your distributor see page 33 for connection to other SimNet devices and cable extension 1 On boats powered by outboards or stern drives it may be difficult to install a rudder feedback unit Refer to RF300 RF25 or LF3000 in this manual Use of the Virtual Rudder Feedback VRF algorithms in the software may then be preferred as this requires no installation of a rudder feedback unit The VRF can be used on boats up to 40 ft 2 The VRF technology requires a Simrad rate compass RC42 for heading information to the autopilot system 2 4 Autopilot system layout SHARAD AP24 Control Unit Autopilot Computer Compass I l 12 24V Motor supply Drive unit 12V SimNet supply SimNet cable with terminator Gl Multijoiner Non SimNet SimNet RF25 Rudder Feedback Figure 2 1 AP24 basic system layout Installation 9 AP24 AP28 Control Unit Control Unit JS10 R3000X Joystick Remote Control SRAD Es P 5 B H Tue
37. with a pair of pliers e Use the supplied 19 mm screws to fasten the control unit to the panel e Apply the front panel corners Do not over tighten the mounting screws Figure 2 13 AP24 Panel mounting Optional bracket mounting Figure 2 14 AP24 Bracket mounting Installation 21 Figure 2 16 AP28 Bracket mounting 22 Installation 2 10 FC40 and RC42 Compass installation Figure 2 17 Mounting f The heading sensor is the D BULKHEAD MOUNT most important part of the autopilot system and great care should be taken when deciding the mounting location As the heading is displayed on the control unit the heading sensor can be mounted at a remote location The compass can be mounted on deck or bulkhead athwart ship or along ship Some of the products connected to the SimNet network may have a heading offset feature This will compensate for the mechanical offsets that may be a result of the selected location and orientation of the compass If the connected products have no offset feature the compass must be deck or bulkhead mounted athwart ship with the cable gland pointing back Select 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 i e close to the water line It should be as far as possible from disturbing magnetic interference e g engines
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