Navman G-PILOT 3100 User's Manual
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1. p a CG PILOT 3100 s EL as 7 N Thy NJ A NAVMAN www navman com Lies Tac o ET 1 EE 1 1 etn trt 1 2 Using the G PILOT 3100 with other instruments 1 2 1 Using other 12 2 Nav BUS ee OS dd arated ec e endis tok Ie Eae ecu uc a eulos seta 2 1 What comes with your G PILOT 3100 seen 2 2 Other parts 3 1 Installation sequence 3 2 Installation guide 3 2 1 Location guide 3 2 2 Wiring 3 3 Installing the main 3 4 Installing the power supplies and steering drive 3 4 1 Installing the power 3 4 2 Installing the steering drive 2 3 5 Installing the rudder feedback unit 3 6 Installing the compass 3 7 Installing the gyro 3 8 Installing the display unit and other instruments 4 Dockside setup e 4 1 Start docksid2. contact NORTH AMERICA Navman USA Inc 30 Sudbury Rd Acton MA 01720 Toll Free 1866 628 6261 Fax 1978 897 8264 e mail sales navmanusa com web www navman com AUSTRALIA Navman Australia Pty Limited Unit 2 5 13 Parsons St Rozelle NSW 2039 Australia Ph 61298188382 61298188386 e mail sales navman com au web www navman com OCEANIA New Zealand Absolute Marine Ltd Unit B 138 Harris Road East Tamaki Auckland Ph 649 273 9273 Fax 649 273 9099 e mail navman absolutemarine co nz Papua New Guinea Lohberger Engineering Lawes Road Konedobu PO Box 810 Port Moresby Ph 675 321 2122 Fax 675 321 2704 e mail loheng online net pg web www lohberger com pg SOUTH AMERICA Argentina Costanera Uno S A Pte Ram n S Castillo y Calle 13 Zip 1425 Buenos Aires Argentina Ph 541143124545 Fax 541143125258 e mail purchase costanerauno com ar web www costanerauno ar Brazil Equinautic Com Imp Exp de Equip Nauticos Ltda Rua Ernesto Paiva 139 Clube dos Jangadeiros Porto Alegre RS Brasil CEP 91900 200 Ph 55 51 3268 6675 55 51 3269 2975 Fax 55 51 3268 1034 e mail equinautic equinautic com br web www equinautic com br Realmarine Estrada do Joa 3862 Barra da Tijuca Rio de Janeiro Brazil CEP 22611 020 Ph 55 21 2483 9700 Fax 55 21 2495 6823 e mail tito realmarine com br web www realmarine com br Chile Equimar Manuel Rodr
3. 8 77 10 33 ft cable Arm Arm rotates freely Linkage around base to rudder End of connecting 7 Connecting rod with rod snaps into one of quick release fittings the holes on the arm and lock nuts each end Mounting requirements These two These two distances to distances to be equal N Adjust position of rod on arm if required Rudder shaft to k be parallel to shaft base Base to be adjacent to rudder shaft so that Wr Rudder linkage and arm to move this angle is 90 2 N inthe same om Cut connecting plane rod if required Thread M5 Note The unit is completely waterproof but should not be immersed Mount the unit on a panel which does not vibrate Follow the location guide see section 3 2 1 16 NAVMAN G PILOT 3100 Installation Manual Alignment The arm can rotate freely around the base When the rudder is amidships the arrow on the arm must point to one of the centre lines on the base Centre line T Base Sets of lines show the two linear ranges of the unit Centre line Therefore in an installation the base can be rotated to two positions We recommend the position that has the cable on the opposite side to the connecting rod Ei EC Recommended Not recommended cable rudder amidships can foul rudder linkage Arrangement
4. menu See G PILOT 3100 Operation Manual ALIGN GPS T The G PILOT 3100 records the GPS heading Y ENT Turn the manual helm to several head ings checking that the displayed heading is close to the actual heading End of calibration 6 2 Aligning the rudder This sets the rudder setting to sail a straight course Ensure there is no cross wind or current Use the manual helm to sail a 4 straight course at a normal cruis ing speed CENTR RFU Go to CENTR RFU in the DEVICES menu G PILOT 3100 Operation Manual 28 NAVMAN ENT The G PILOT 3100 records the rudder position and sets the rudder angle to zero End of calibration G PILOT 3100 Installation Manual Appendix A Specifications Electrical Heavy duty power supply 10 5 to 16 5 V DC 20 A maximum Light duty power supply 10 5 to 16 5 V DC Main unit 80 mA Each display unit 30 mA without backlighting 110 mA with full backlighting Other optional instruments refer to the instrument s operation manual Interfaces NavBus connection to other Navman instruments NMEA 0183 outputs HDG HDT RSA inputs APA APB BOD BWC MWD MWV RMA VHW VTG XTE NMEA 0183 ports NMEA 1 Input NMEA 2 Can be programmed to be an input or output Standards compliance compliance USA FCO Part 15 Class Europe CE EN50081 1 EN50082 1 New Zealand and Australia C Tick AS NZS 3548
5. set p D eee Eee dcn 4 2 Calibrating the rudder feedback unit see 5 Sea trials i 5 1 Calibrating the 6 Aligning the compass and the rudder 6 1 Aligning the compass 6 2 Aligning the rudder iis Appendix A Specifications eese Appendix B Alarm and warning Appendix C Troubleshooting eere Appendix D How to contact us 1 G PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 3 Itis the owner s sole responsibility to install and use the instrument transducer s a manner that will not cause accidents personal injury or property damage The user of this product is solely responsible for observing safe boating practices The choice location and installation of all components in any autopilot system is critical If installation is not correct the unit can not perform at its designed potential If in doubt consult your Navman dealer Ensure that any holes that cut are in a safe position and will not weaken the boat s structure If in doubt consult a qualified boat builder Using the G PILOT 3100 The G PILOT 3100 is intended as an aid to save a helmsman from having to steer for lon
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7. 3 2 Install the main unit see section 3 3 Install the steering drive and wire the heavy duty and light duty power supplies see section 3 4 Install the rudder feedback unit see section 3 5 Install the compass see section 3 6 External beepers or lights optional The external output is switched to ground 30 V DC and 250 mA maximum If the beepers and lights require more than 250 mA total fit a relay Other marine instruments optional Wind Speed or GPS instruments can be connected see section 1 2 Other parts For systems of several instruments wiring and connectors are required Navman junction boxes can simplify wiring several Navman instruments together see section 1 2 or the NavBus Installation and Operation Manual Coupling connectors and 10 m 33 ft extension cables are available to extend the rudder feedback unit compass or gyro cables Do not fit more than one extension cable to each unit from water or else water might enter the breathing hole and damage the unit The warranty does not cover damage caused by moisture or water entering the back of the unit The compass gyro and rudder feedback unit are completely waterproof Warning Ensure that any holes that you cut will not weaken the boat s structure If in doubt consult a qualified boat builder 7 Install the gyro see section 3 7 8 Install the display unit and any other mari
8. Environment Compass gyro rudder feedback unit completely waterproof Display unit IP66 from front when correctly mounted Main unit requires a cool dry clean environment Appendix B Alarm and warning messages Main unit terminal block connections Terminal Signal 1 Heavy duty power positive 10 5 to 16 5 V DC 20 A maximum 2 Heavy duty power negative 3 Steering drive negative output 4 Steering drive positive output Main unit connector connections Terminal Signal 1 Light duty power positive 10 5 to 16 5 V DC 80 mA maximum Light duty power supply common NavBus NavBus NMEA common NMEA in 1 NMEA in 2 Steering clutch relay drive output Switched ground to turn relay on 30 V DC 300 mA maximum Display unit power data cable wires Wire Signal Red Power positive 10 5 to 16 5 V DC 30 mA without backlighting 110 mA with full backlighting Black Power negative Orange NavBus Blue NavBus Yellow Factory use isolate do not cut White Factory use isolate do not cut Green External alarm switched to ground 30 V DC and 250 mA max Alarm display Reason for message Recommended action by user Notes BAT ALARM Battery voltage is less than the Check batteries a minimum value set by the user Disengage G PILOT if voltage too low CAL ERROR The G PILOT rudder feedback unit Calibrate both the units a or compass unit is not calibrated see sect
9. above 2 Mount the unit with the three screws provided Use a level to ensure the unit is vertical to within 10 Less than Less than 105109 109109 Holes in the bulkheads Main unit must be at least 18 5 mm 0 73 diameter Plug connector into socket Note Ifyou move the gyro with respect to the compass while the power is on wait for the heading to stabilise 22 NAVMAN G PILOT 3100 Installation Manual 3 8 Installing the display unit other instruments Installing the display unit Side view of display unit mounting 1 Choose a location for the display unit that is Easily seen and close to the manual 20 mm 0 75 helm maximum thickness Accessible from behind the minimum 7 clearance required at the back is Fixing hole 50 mm 2 see mounting diagram 50 mm 2 With the back of the unit protected from moisture Follow the location guide see section 3 2 1 2 The unit must mount on a flat panel which is less than 20 mm 0 75 thick Stick the mounting template in place Drill a 50 mm 2 fixing hole through the centre hole in the template Note that the template allows Space around the unit for the protective cover 3 Remove the fixing nut from the back of Clearance 50 mm 2 minimum the unit Insert the stud at the back of the unit through the mounting hole Hand tighten the fixing nut Fixing nut Display unit Wiring the Nas did unit Follow the wiring guide se
10. above the hull and at least 1 m 3 ft from the cabin At least 1 m 3 ft 1 34 19 Installation 1 Find a suitable location for the unit as described above 2 Mount the unit with the three screws provided Use a level to ensure the unit is vertical to within 10 Less than Less than 102102 10 10 3 Wire the cable back to the main unit following the wiring guide see section 3 2 2 eJ Main unit Holes in the bulk heads must be at least 18 5 mm 0 73 in mE diameter Plug connector into socket Note f you move the compass with respect to the gyro while the power is on wait for the heading to stabilize 20 NAVMAN G PILOT 3100 Installation Manual 3 7 Installing the gyro Physical 101 mm 4 71 mm 2 8 97 Mounting holes 3 8 4 for screws 78 connector 10 32 8 ft Location Mount the gyro as close as possible to the centre of movement of the boat to minimize how much the gyro moves when the boat rocks and pitches Mount the gyro on a panel which does not vibrate The unit is completely waterproof but should not be immersed Follow the location guide see section 3 2 1 The Ideal location is at the centre of movement for planing hulls the centre of movement is usually close to the stern G PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 21 Installation 1 Find a suitable location for the unit as described
11. control unit to power supply or to drive 0 7 m 1 5m 2 2m 3m 3 7 m 4 5m 5 2m 6m Current 2 5 ft 5ft 7 5 ft 10 ft 12 5ft 15 ft 17 5ft 20 ft 1 amp 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 18 2 18 18 18 18 18 16 16 16 18 18 18 16 16 16 14 14 4 18 18 16 16 14 14 14 12 5 amp 18 18 16 14 14 12 12 12 6 amp 18 16 16 14 12 12 12 10 7 18 16 14 14 12 12 10 10 8 amp 18 16 14 12 12 10 10 10 9 amp 18 16 14 12 12 10 10 10 10 amp 18 14 12 12 10 10 10 8 15 amp 16 12 12 10 10 8 8 6 20 amp 14 12 10 8 8 6 6 6 12 NAVMAN G PILOT 3100 Installation Manual Example of hydraulic steering with hydraulic help pump In the VESSEL menu See G PILOT 3100 Operation Manual set DRVE TYPE to MTR Main unit 12345678 Wh CES No connection Fit strain relief 1 Heavy duty power see section 3 4 1 Wiring polarity does not matter Example of mechanical steered power vessels with hydraulic linear drive for sailing boat In the VESSEL menu See G PILOT 3100 Operation Manual set DRVE TYPE to MTR Main unit Note Clutch relay coil must Mp Ve NES draw less than 300 mA 1 it strain relief E Heavy duty power see section 3 4 1 Wiring polarity does not matter Connector cover Motor T Clutch relay 1 4002 diode or equivalent coil Fit close to relay coil G PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 1
12. endstop then back to amidships f Press ESC at any time to stop the rudder 9977 ENT v rudder angle Umen mace e S ACPT CAL Turn the manual helm to turn the rudder from one endstop to another checking that the displayed rudder angle looks correct 7 in this example To cancel the calibration press ESC ENT CALB DONE The rudder feedback unit is calibrated ENT v End of calibration G PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN Perform the sea trials After performing the dockside setup see section 4 To check the operation of the G PILOT 3100 5 1 Calibrating the compass Note To exit the calibration at any time press ESC For the sea trials sail in an open area where there are no other craft or obstructions The sea should be calm the wind speed as low as possible and there should be no currents Ifthe boat is not turned as prompted or the compass is not working then calibration can not be completed the G PILOT displays CALB FAIL Press ESC fix the problem and repeat the calibration Local disturbances in magnetic field may affect the compass Calibration must be preformed away from large metal structures such as marinas large ships etc this is the responsibility of the user Ensure that both sources are referencing the same north true or magnetic If your magnetic compass has not been calibrated then you can use another source for heading If using vessel s co
13. steering drive to reduce the length of the high current wiring Accessible for installation and service If possible on a vertical panel which does not vibrate Follow the location guide see section 3 2 1 Mount the unit with the cable connectors at the bottom or to one side using the screws provided Do not mount the unit with the connectors at the top because dust or moisture might enter the unit 10 NAVMAN G PILOT 3100 Installation Manual 3 4 Installing the power supplies nd drive 3 4 1 Installing the power supplies The G PILOT 3100 requires a light and a heavy duty power supply both 12 V DC 10 5 to 16 5 V Note Keep all wiring as short as possible For the heavy duty supply use the wire size given in the table see section 3 4 2 Follow the wiring guide see section 3 2 2 Main unit Power supply one switch configuration Choose this configuration to have one switch to turn the G PILOT 3100 and any other instruments on and off 12345678 000900 cover Fit strain relief A wu 12 V DC powert supply current to suit drive Circuit breaker or fuse and switch current rating to suit steering drive Light duty power Power supply two switch configuration Choose this configuration to be able to turn the drive power off and leave other instruments a 12345678 powered Wm Fit
14. 0 alarm then press ESC to cacel the alarm message The G PILOT 3100 changes to Compass mode The G PILOT 3100 mode does ot change The G PILOT 3100 changes to STBY NAVMAN G PILOT 3100 Installation Manual This troubleshooting guide assumes that you have read and understood this manual Itis possible in many cases to solve difficulties without having to send the unit back to the manufacturer for repair Please follow this troubleshooting section before contacting the nearest Navman dealer There are no user serviceable parts Specialized methods and testing equipment are required to ensure that the unit is reassembled correctly Repairs to the unit must only be carried out by a service centre approved by Navman NZ Limited Users who service the unit themselves will void the warranty More information can be found on our Website www navman com 1 G PILOT 3100 Installation Manual Unit will not turn on a Fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped b Battery voltage is outside the range 10 5 to 16 5 V DC Power data cable damaged G PILOT 3100 makes too frequent Course corrections value of response is too low see G PILOT 3100 Operation Manual When sailing a straight course the boat drifts from side to side of the course a The boat should drift from side to side of the course when the G PILOT 3100 steering is optimized b Change to a profile suitable for boat speed and sea conditions see G PILOT 3100 Op
15. 3 Installing a electric drive motor with clutch relay In the VESSEL menu See G PILOT 3100 Main unit Operation Manual set DRVE TYPE to MTR Heavy duty power see section 3 4 1 1N4002 diode or equivalent Fit close to relay coil Relay contacts Clutch coil gt Wiring polarity Relay coil does 1N4002 diode or equiva lent Fit close to relay coil Note Relay is required if the 2 clutch circuit greater than 300 mA Installing a continuous running pump and solenoid valves In the VESSEL menu See G PILOT 3100 Operation Manual set DRVE TYPE to SPL _ Main unit 12345678 Note Motor isnot Motor required for engine Wiring polarity PTO systems i does not matter Relay coil 1N4002 diode or equivalent Starboard Fit close to relay coil 25 Note Relay required if the clutch circuit is greater than 300 mA 14 G PILOT 3100 Installation Manual Installing solenoid valves or relays with jog or electric steering In the VESSEL menu See G PILOT 3100 Operation Manual set DRVE TYPE to SPL Main unit 5 12345678 8 a Heavy duty power No connection see section 3 4 1 G PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 3 5 Installing the rudder feedback unit Physical Rudder 90 f sran 5 T8 connector mm MNE p 3 5 220
16. Limited New Zealand All rights reserved Navman is a registered trademark of Navman NZ Limited FCC Statement Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a normal installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communica tions However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular instal lation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an output on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help A shielded cable must be used when connecting a peripheral to the serial ports 4 NAVMAN G PILOT 3100 Installation Manual 1 Introduction Using this manual This manual describes how to install and set up the G PILOT 3100 Refer to the separate G PILOT 3100 Opera
17. and improve performance COG from VTG sentences is optional and can be displayed WIND G PILOT 3100 can receive wind data from a compatible wind instrument True or apparent wind direction from MWV sentences is required for the G PILOT to use Wind mode SPEED The G PILOT 3100 can receive NMEA speed data from a compatible paddlewheel or GPS instrument SOG from VTG sentences is optional and improves performance Note If the G PILOT 3100 is connected to a G PILOT 3100 Installation Manual Navman 3100 series wind speed instrument using NavBus then the G PILOT 3100 will automatically receive and use the wind or speed data and the NMEA connection need not be wired G PILOT 3100 NMEA outputs The NMEA 2 port can be configured to be an input or to be output either heading HDG amp HDT and rudder angle RSA once per second or heading HDG ten times per second see NMEA2 DAT in the FACTORY menu See G PILOT 3100 Operation Manual 2 2 G PILOT 3100 hardware PIL 3100 ware Main unit Compass with 10 m 33 ft attached cable Gyro with 10 m 33 ft attached cable P NAVMAN Protective cover for display unit G PILOT 3100 Installation Manual 2 1 What comes with your Es PILOT 3100 4 Rudder feedback unit Display unit NAVMAN Mounting hardware cable cover strain relief spare fuses Warranty and dis This Insta
18. auge from the wire size table see section 3 4 2 Fit high current cables at least 1 m 3 ft away from other electronic devices in the boat Keep the cables as short as possible Twin 2 mm 14 cable is supplied with the G PILOT 3100 and can be used for the high current cable if its gauge is suitable All the other cables are low current Fit low current cables at least 1 m 3 ft away from sources of electrical signals or noise such as the high current cables other boat cables engines fluorescent lights power inverters and radio or radar transmitters and antennas If the cable for the rudder feedback unit compass or gyro is too long do not shorten the cable instead coil the cable up near the main control unit The cable for the rudder feedback unit compass or gyro can be extended by adding a 10 m 33 ft extension cable and coupling connector Do not fit more than one extension cable to each unit When fitting any type of cable NAVMAN Do not crush pinch or strain the cable Secure the cable at regular intervals Ensure no connectors or exposed terminals are in the bilge 3 3 Installing the main unit Physical poem IMPORTANT 200 mm 7 87 clearance required for cover removal IMPORTANT 60 mm 2 36 clearance required for cables Installation Find a suitable location for the unit cool place if possible not the engine room Close to the high current power supply and the
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20. e section 3 2 2 unit Display Main unit Display unit cable Requires 6 mm 1 4 in hole through bulkhead Clutch relay out 8 NMEA 2 7 NMEAin 1 6 NMEA common 5 Yellow isolate do not cut 4 White isolate do not cut 3 Light duty power 2 see section 3 4 1 1 NavBus Blue NavBus Orange Ground Black 12 V power Red H Connector cover 8 way connector Optional external beepers and lamps for the external alarm If the beepers and lights require more than 250 mA fit an external relay Green Note Wire the display unit power wires red and black wires to the eight way connector terminals 1 and 2 to ensure the display unit and main control unit have the same light duty power supply G PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 23 Wiring other instruments Follow the wiring guide see section 3 2 2 Other 3100 series GPS such as a More G PILOT instruments Navman TRACKER display units 5000 series chartplotter Display 3100 GPS units units Main unit NMEA Power N in amp out NMEA in 7 4 Clutch optional Clutch relay out see section 3 4 2 NMEA 2 5 NMEA in out NMEA in 1 NMEA common GPS NMEA out GPS NMEA common Light duty power see section 3 4 1 Eng NavBus Blue NavBus Orange Ground Black 12 V power Red Connector cover UEP EEE EY nv Green from display unit only Beepers and lights see prev
21. eration Manual c If the boat drifts too far from the course adjust response ratio counter rudder gain GPS gain if G PILOT is in GPS mode or wind gain if G PILOT is in wind mode see G PILOT 3100 Operation Manual When sailing a straight course the boat drifts off course a Change to a profile suitable for boat speed and sea conditions see G PILOT 3100 Operation Manual b Adjust response ratio counter rudder gain GPS gain if G PILOT is in GPS mode or wind gain if G PILOT is in wind mode see G PILOT 3100 Operation Manual Appendix Troubleshooting 5 When making a large course change boat does not follow the expected Course a Change to a profile suitable for boat speed and sea conditions see G PILOT 3100 Operation Manual b Check turn rate is not too low go to TURN RATE in the OPTIONS menu see G PILOT 3100 Operation Manual c Adjust counter rudder gain see G PILOT 3100 Operation Manual Boat turns too sharply Reduce turn rate go to TURN RATE in the OPTIONS menu see G PILOT 3100 Operation Manual The word SIMULATE flashes on the display values displayed are unexpected Unit is in simulate mode See G PILOT 3100 Operation Manual The display fogs Moist air has entered the breathing tube at the rear of the unit Air the boat or run unit with backlight fully on b Water has entered the breathing tube Return unit for service 31 Appendix D
22. g periods of time not as the main means of steering the boat The G PILOT 3100 is not intended for use in extreme weather in adverse conditions or in water near other boats dangerous waters or land G PILOT 3100 can not control the boat better than a helmsman In adverse conditions steer the boat manually Never leave the helm unattended Keep a watch at all times helmsman should always monitor the course of the boat and the G PILOT 3100 and be ready to resume steering the boat manually The performance of the G PILOT 3100 can be affected by the failure of a part environmental conditions improper installation and use NAVMAN NZ LIMITED DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITY FOR ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN A WAY THAT MAY CAUSE ACCIDENTS DAMAGE OR THAT MAY VIOLATE THE LAW As Navman is continuously improving this product we retain the right to make changes to the product at any time which may not be reflected in this version of manual Please contact your nearest Navman office if you require any further assistance Governing Language This statement any instruction manuals user guides and other information relating to the product Documentation may be translated to or has been translated from another language Translation In the event of any conflict between any Translation of the Documentation the English language version of the Documentation will be the official version of the Documentation Copyright 2003 Navman NZ
23. gned to a group of instruments called a backlight group see BKL GROUP in the FACTORY menu the G PILOT 3100 Operation Manual you change the backlight in an instrument in group 1 2 3 or 4 then the backlight will automatically change in the other instruments in the same group If 6 NAVMAN you change the backlight in an instrument in group 0 then no other instruments are affected alarm sounds mute it on any instrument which can display that alarm For more information refer to the NavBus Installation and Operation Manual Note GPS must be via NMEA input dise and the G PILOT 3100 The G PILOT 3100 will automatically work with additional display units The G PILOT 3100 can receive wind data from Navman s WIND 3100 over NavBus The G PILOT 3100 can receive speed data from Navman s SPEED 3100 over NavBus 1 2 3 NMEA NMEA is an industry standard but is not as flexible as NavBus as it requires dedicated connections between instruments The G PILOT has one NMEA input port and one port that can be configured to be an input or an output See G PILOT 3100 Operation Manual G PILOT 3100 NMEA inputs GPS The G PILOT 3100 can receive NMEA GPS data from a compatible GPS or chartplotter such as Navman s TRACKER 5000 series chartplotter XTE from APA APB or XTE sentences is required for the G PILOT to use GPS mode BRG from APA sentences and BOD from APA or APB sentences are optional
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26. ions 5 2 and 6 1 CCH ERROR The clutch current is to high Check clutch connection as CE ALARM Course error has exceeded the Manually steer boat towards course a maximum value set by the user CSU ERROR Compass not sending data to Check compass is connected to as main unit main unit Service compass CUR ALARM The motor current exceeded the Check steering drive is not jammed as maximum value set by the user G PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN Increase the alarm value 29 Alarm display DRV ERROR GPS ERROR GSU ERROR MCU ERROR NAV ERROR NEXT WPT Reason for message Rudder angle does not change when steering drive operates GPS has stopped sending data to main unit Gyro not sending data to main unit Main unit not sending data to display unit GPS is not navigating to a waypoint when trying to engage G PILOT Boat has reached a waypoint in GPS mode and WPT AKN is on Recommended action by user Notes Check drive power is turned as Check RFU is connected to rudder Check fuses inside end of main control unit Check steering drive operation Check GPS operation acs Check GPS connection Check gyro is connected to 5 main unit Service gyro Check display unit is connected to a s main unit Service main unit or display unit Start GPS navigating to a waypointm or along a route Press any key to proceed to cancel alarm Then press ENT to start steering to the next waypoint or press ESC t
27. ious page Note Refer to the instrument s installation manual for more wiring information more than three display units or other 3100 series instruments fit a separate light duty power supply for the extra instruments see section 3 4 or the instrument s installation manual The external alarm outputs green wire of Navman 3100 series instruments and 5000 series chartplotters can be connected together to drive the external beepers and lights n systems with several other instruments we recommend using NavBus junction boxes to simplify wiring see the NavBus Installation and Operation Manual 24 NAVMAN G PILOT 3100 Installation Manual 4 Dockside setup Perform the dockside setup after installing a G PILOT 3100 system see section 3 after a part has been changed or if a problem is suspected After dockside setup perform the sea trials see section 5 1 4 1 Start dockside setup Turn the G PILOT 3100 on See G PILOT 3100 Operation Manual If the rudder moves immediately turn the power off See G PILOT 3100 Operation Manual and check for incorrect wiring Check that the display unit shows AP3100 on the bottom line for a couple of seconds then the version number then displays the normal heading display If you try to enter AUTO and the rudder feedback unit or compass have not yet been calibrated then the G PILOT will display CAL ERROR Ifthe G PILOT 3100 has been used before rese
28. is close to the actual heading To cancel the calibration press ESC ENT y CALB DONE The compass is calibrated ENT End of calibration NAVMAN 27 6 1 Aligning the compass This aligns the G PILOT 3100 compass to display the correct heading 6 1 1 Aligning the G PILOT 3100 compass to a reference compass 6 Aligning the compass the rudder The compass or rudder can be aligned separately The compass can be aligned either to a refer ence compass or to a GPS connected to the G PILOT 3100 Ensure there is no cross wind or current 6 1 2 Aligning the G PILOT 3100 compass to a GPS connected to the G PILOT Use an accurate compass or external GPS to find the actual boat heading If using an external GPS sail as fast as convenient to ensure the heading is accurate Use the manual helm to sail a 4 straight course and ensure the boat heading does not change during this procedure Go to ALIGN in the DEVICES menu See G PILOT 3100 Operation Manual ALIGN HDG For example actual heading is 20 and displayed lt ALIGN gt heading is 23 Press lt or gt to set the displayed heading to the actual heading 20 in this example DeU lt ALIGN gt Sail as fast as convenient to ensure the heading is accurate Use the manual helm to sail a straight course and ensure the boat heading does not change during this _ procedure Goto ALIGN GPS in the DEVICES
29. llation play unit mounting manual template Operation manual 2 mm 14 twin stranded cable for high current wiring NAVMAN 7 2 2 Other parts required Power supply The G PILOT 3100 requires two power supplies both nominally 12 V DC Aheavy duty supply for the steering drive Alight duty supply for the G PILOT 3100 electronics and display unit this supply also powers any additional display units and other instruments The power supplies require one or two Switches and fuses or circuit breakers see section 3 4 Steering drive The G PILOT 3100 can power a hydraulic pump constantly running pump set hydraulic linear drive or mechanical drive rated at 12 V DC and up to 20 A Rudder linkage To link rudder to rudder feedback unit see section 3 5 For wiring see Select Wire Table in section 3 4 2 Warning Correct installation is critical to the performance of the unit It is vital to read this manual and the documentation that comes with the other parts before starting installation Warning The G PILOT main unit is not waterproof Mount the unit in a dry place The G PILOT display unit is waterproof from the front Protect the rear of the unit 3 1 Installation sequence The recommended installation sequence is 1 Read this manual and the documentation that comes with the other parts Plan the installation select where the equipment and wiring will be installed see section
30. mpass then ensure that the deviation tables are applied to check the autopilot s compass Turn G PILOT 3100 on See G PILOT 3100 Operation Manual Use the manual helm to sail a straight course at a slow speed CSU CAL Go to CSU CAL in the DEVICES menu See G PILOT 3100 Operation Manual v TURN BOAT Use the manual 1 helm to make 2 5 turns steady turn to portor starboard 71 Turns should be smooth and con tinuous in one direction Each rotation should take approximately 1 to 2 minutes to perform The G PILOT detects when the boat has performed 2 5 rotations and automatically goes to the This step aligns the compass If the G PILOT is connected to a GPS then press MENU twice to skip this step and accept the calibration Then align the compass to the GPS see section 6 1 2 Use an accurate compass or external GPS to find the actual boat heading If using an external GPS sail as fast as convenient to ensure the heading is accurate G PILOT 3100 Installation Manual y Use the manual helm to sail a straight course and ensure the boat heading does not change during this step actual heading is 20 and dis played heading lt ALIGN gt 523 Press lt or gt to set the displayed heading to the actual heading 20 in this example lt ALIGN gt ENT 020 CAL Turn the manual helm to several headings checking that the displayed heading
31. ne instruments that will be used with the G PILOT 3100 see section 3 8 9 Carry out the dockside setup see section 4 10 Carry out the sea trials see section 5 If you are unsure where a part should be installed mount and wire the part temporarily without cutting holes in the boat After the sea trials have been completed install and wire the part permanently G PILOT 3100 Installation Manual 3 2 Installation guide This is a general guide for locating and wiring the parts of the G PILOT 3100 The instructions for a particular part may have additional requirements 3 2 1 Location guide G PILOT 3100 Installation Manual Do not mount any part where it can be used as a handhold where it will interfere with the operation of the boat or where it might be submerged Do not mount any part where it will interfere with launching or retrieving the boat Do not mount any part within 0 5 m 20 of the plane of a radar antenna Mount the compass and gyro At least 1 m 3 ft away from sources of electrical signals or noise such as the batteries high current cables other boat cables engines fluorescent lights power inverters radio or radar transmitters and antennas Atleast 1 m 3 ft away from equipment containing a magnet such as a compass 3 2 2 Wiring guide The G PILOT 3100 has two kinds of cables The heavy duty power supply and steering drive usually require high current cables Select the wire g
32. ng the rudder feedback unit This procedure matches the rudder feedback unit to the rudder Note To exit the calibration at any time press ESC If you do not move the rudder as prompted or the rudder feedback unit is not working then the G PILOT not finish the calibration G PILOT will display CALB FAIL Press ESC fix the problem and repeat the calibration In normal operation the G PILOT will not turn the rudder closer than 3 to endstop _RFU CAL Go to RFU CAL in the DEVICES menu See G PILOT 3100 Operation ENT CENTRE Turn the manual helm until 5 the rudder is amidships ENT MAX PORT Turn the manual helm to turn the rudder to the endstop which makes the boat turn to port ENT Y MAXSTBD Turn the manual helm to turn the rudder to the end stop which makes the boat turn to starboard ENT ANGLE 25 With rudder at its starboard end stop measure the rudder angle from amidships LN 302 in this example 30 Press lt or gt to set the displayed angle to the measured rudder angle 30 in this example ANGLE 30 ENT 26 v CENTRE Turn the manual helm until the rudder is amidships ENT STAND CLR Stand clear of rudder and linkage remove anything that will foul rudder s travel between endstops The G PILOT is about to turn the rudder ENT TEST LIMS PILOT The G PILOT turns the rudder to one endstop to the other
33. o return to STBY NO DATA G PILOT not receiving GPS data Check GPS operation m when setting mode to GPS Check GPS connection or G PILOT not receiving wind instrument Check wind instrument operation data when setting mode to wind Check wind instrument connection NVM ERROR Main unit memory has been corrupted Service main unit a PHA ERROR Rudder turns wrong way to rudder Check the rudder feedback unit s feedback unit Perform a rudder calibration RFU ERROR Rudder feedback unit has stopped Check rudder feedback unit is as sending data to main unit connected to main unit Service rudder feedback unit ROUTE END Boat has reached the end of Press ESC to change to STBY or a GPS route press ENT to change to compass mode sailing at current heading ERROR G PILOT has changed to GPS mode Press ESC to return to STBY or press but boat is too far off course ENT to have the G PILOT steer the boat to the correct course TAK ERROR In wind mode attempt to tack in the Change angle to wind m wrong way or boat will be in irons WND ALARM wind angle has changed by more Change SWA a than the alarm value Change to Compass mode WND ERROR Wind instrument has stopped Check wind instrument operation acs sending data to main unit Check wind instrument connection XTEALARM XTE has exceeded the maximum Manually steer boat towards course a value set by the user Notes a Alarm sounds the internal and external optional beepers press any key to mute 3
34. om these instruments GPS A GPS or chartplotter such as a Navman TRACKER 5000 series chartplotter must be connected to the G PILOT 3100 for the G PILOT 3100 to operate in GPS mode see the G PILOT 3100 Operation Manual Note GPS must be via NMEA input WIND Awind instrument such as a Navman WIND 3100 series must be connected to the G PILOT 3100 for the G PILOT 3100 to operate in WIND mode see the G PILOT 3100 Operation Manual SPEED A speed instrument such as Navman s SPEED 3100 with paddlewheel speed sensor ora GPS or chartplotter such as Navman s TRACKER 5000 series chartplotter can be connected to the G PILOT 3100 to increase steering accuracy Note The speed from a paddlewheel sensor is the speed that the boat is moving through the water The speed from a GPS is the speed over the ground If there is a water current then these two speeds will be different If the G PILOT 3100 is connected to an instrument with a paddlewheel sensor and to a GPS then the G PILOT 3100 will automatically use the speed from the paddlewheel sensor instrument 1 2 2 NavBus NavBus is a Navman proprietary system that allows systems of multiple instruments to be built using a single set of transducers When instruments are connected by NavBus Ifyou change the units alarms or calibration in one instrument then the values will automatically change in all other instruments of the same type Each instrument can be assi
35. s Recommended U shaped arrangement with the arm parallel to the length of boat eI m o RE boat Satisfactory U shaped arrangement Not recommended Z shaped arrangement with arm not parallel to length of boat for example for example 777 2 boat If rudder turns too far the unit might return to the Z shape G PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 17 Installation 1 Find a suitable location and arrangement for the unit as described above 2 Choose assemble and fit a suitable rudder linkage 3 Fit the unit as shown below Set rudder If necessary Rotate base so arrow on arm Rotate base so arrow on amidships mount base on points near centre line on arm points to centre line block to set height base Fit two screws provided base Fit third screw loosely in middle of slots provided tighten all screws Ensure rudder is amidships 3 lo Join coupling to rudder linkage Snap end into If necessary cut connecting 2 hole in rod at this end then replace coupling and lock nut 4 Wire the cable back to the main unit following the wiring guide see section 3 2 2 Main unit Holes in the bulkheads must be at least 18 5 mm 0 73 diameter we Plug connector into socket 18 NAVMAN G PILOT 3100 Installation Manual 3 6 Installing the compass Physical 101 mm 4 Moun
36. strain relief FOE ll Fuse 1A Connector cover Heavy duty power 12 V DC power supply current to suit drive Light duty power Circuit breaker or fuse and switch current rating to suit steering drive Note If powering more than three extra display units or other 3100 series instruments fit another switch and fuse for the light duty power supply for these extra instruments G PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 11 3 4 2 Installing the steering drive Install the steering drive according to one of the diagrams on the following pages Note Keep all wiring as short as possible Use the wire size given in the table below Follow the wiring guide see section 3 2 2 Wire less than 10 gauge will not fit directly into the four way terminal block Fit ferrules or reterminate the wire with 10 gauge wire If more than one wire is to be fitted to a terminal of the four way terminal block join the wires together in a suitable way Wire size table To choose a wire gauge for an installation 1 Measure the length of twin cable required i e the distance from the main control unit to the heavy duty power supply or to the drive 2 Choose the column with the cable length and the row with the circuit current The intersection ofthe row and column gives the preferred minimum cable wire gauge for less than 396 voltage drop in a 12 V system Cable length from main
37. t all user data to the factory defaults i Goto NVM RESET in the FACTORY menu See G PILOT 3100 Operation Manual ii Press to turn the function on iii Press MENU to reset the data iv Hold AUTO to exit the menus Enter the user data listed in the User Data table below See G PILOT 3100 Operation Manual to find what each data item means and how to enter the data Beside each item write the value of the user data that you enter After entering the data hold AUTO to exit the menus User Data table to record installation setup data VESSEL menu ALARMS menu Item Data value Item Data value MSLTYPE CEALARM XTE ALARM TYPE WPTAKN HBG TYPE GEILE WND ALARM MAGVAR __ SAIL only BAT ALARM OPTIONS menu Menu Data value CURALARM __ DODGE ANG FACTORY menu TACKANG Item Data value GYBEANGLE BKL GROUP TACK KEYBEEPS TURN RATE NMEA2DAT WARNING Until the rudder feedback unit is calibrated see section 4 2 there is no rudder limit The user must ensure that rudder is not driven onto an endstop when using the jog command see G PILOT 3100 Operation Manual G PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 4 2 Calibrati
38. ting for screws LT8 connector 10 32 8 ft Location Mount the compass Atleast 1 m 3 ft away from any steel or iron boat part such as asteel hull deck cabin or steel reinforcing in ferro cement hulls Steel equipment such as motors and cooking equipment places where steel objects are stored Such as the anchor locker and storage lockers Atleast 2 m 6 ft away from equipment with a magnet and equipment which generates electromagnetic fields such as a compass a battery high current wiring 71 mm 2 8 an electric motor and a radio or radar transmitter or antenna Asclose as possible to the centre of movement of the boat to minimise how much the compass moves when the boat rocks and pitches If the compass can not be mounted at the centre of movement it is usually best to mount the compass as low as possible Ona vertical panel which does not vibrate The unit is completely waterproof but should not be immersed The compass is not affected by other metals such as stainless steel copper or brass Follow the location guide see section 3 2 1 Fibreglass or wood hull and cabin mount compass at the centre of movement for planing hulls the centre of movement is usually close to the stern Steel hull non steel cabin mount compass 1 ft above hull G PILOT 3100 Installation Manual Steel hull and steel cabin mount compass on a pole 1 m 3 ft
39. tion Manual for informa tion on how to use the G PILOT 3100 To install a G PILOT 3100 you must perform installation dockside setup and sea trials see sections 3 4 and 5 To fully set up a G PILOT 3100 after a part has been changed or if a problem is suspected perform dockside setup and sea trials see sections 4 and 5 To verify that the G PILOT 3100 is operating correctly perform sea trials see section 5 1 1 A typical installation Cleaning and maintenance Clean the parts of the G PILOT 3100 with a damp cloth or mild detergent Avoid abrasive cleaners petrol or other solvents Do not paint any part of the G PILOT 3100 except for the cables Optional instruments Display More WIND sPEED GPS A display 3100 3100 O Manual helm units ee NavBus Compass Main Gyro unit Light duty Clutch drive 1 Heavy duty optional Power switch or switches _ and power protection 12 V DC Steering Power supply R aive Parts supplied with G PILOT E Other parts required Optional parts esoo oo ae Note Above shows typical Rudder installation only Please refer Rudder feedback unit to the information supplied with G PILOT 3100 Installation Manual your drive for further information NAVMAN 5 1 2 Using the G PILOT 3100 with other instruments 1 2 1 Using other instruments The G PILOT 3100 can use data fr
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