Page 2 - Operation Manual
1 Chapter 2: Installation autopilot track +1 +10 -1 -10 resp auto standby disp ST80AutopilotKeypad Operation Manual
Page 4 - Package Contents; Installation template
ST80 Autopilot Keypad Operation Manual 1 Package Contents 1. Autopilot keypad 2. Thumb nuts (2) 3. Threaded fixing studs (2) 4. White sun cover 5. SeaTalk cable 6. Installation template 7. Operation manual 8. Warranty card 9. Operation cue card 10. Keypad installation guide
Page 5 - Contents
2 ST80 Autopilot Keypad Operation Manual Contents Chapter 1: Introduction .............................................................. 3 1.1 Introduction .................................................................. 3 Chapter 2: Operation .........................................................
Page 6 - Chapter 1: Introduction
ST80 Autopilot Keypad Operation Manual 3 Chapter 1: Introduction 1.1 Introduction The Autopilot keypad provides autopilot control via a simple nine-key interface. There are buttons for engaging and disengaging thepilot (auto and standby), course adjustment (-1, +1, -10 and +10),track control, respon...
Page 7 - Keypad Layout and Features
4 ST80 Autopilot Keypad Operation Manual Chapter 2: Operation 2.1 Keypad Layout and Features The autopilot keypad has been designed as a control interface forAutohelm autopilot’s. The keypad consists of nine push-button keystogether with operation status LED’s. The basic function of each ofthese key...
Page 8 - Basic Operating Principles and Hints; AUTO; Course Changes
ST80 Autopilot Keypad Operation Manual 5 • When the system is switched on the autopilot is always in STANDBY mode. • The display and lamp key only cycles pilot pages when the pilot chapter is open. 2.2 Basic Operating Principles and Hints Auto and Standby Autopilot operation has been simplified to a...
Page 9 - Track Advance/Acceptance; Response; There are three response levels.
6 ST80 Autopilot Keypad Operation Manual Track Advance/Acceptance If your navigation receiver is transmitting waypoint number andbearing to waypoint, a waypoint alarm will sound whenever a newtarget waypoint is selected. The autopilot maintains the currentheading and automatic track control is suspe...
Page 10 - Autotack; This mode starts a tack routine so that you can tend to the sheets.; Wind Trim; Using Wind Trim
ST80 Autopilot Keypad Operation Manual 7 2.3 Additional Autopilot Features for SailingVessels Autotack When the autopilot is in compass or windvane mode, the followingkey command selects autotack mode. D2428-1 disp track resp autopilot -1 +1 -10 +10 standby auto Press these keys together momentarily...
Page 11 - Keypad Illumination; The keypad illumination can be adjusted as follows:
8 ST80 Autopilot Keypad Operation Manual In gusty conditions, always sail a few degrees off of the wind and payfrequent attention to sail trim and helm balance, using the rudderangle display on a Masterview display head. Generally speaking, performance will be improved by reefing theheadsail and mai...
Page 12 - Important Safety Information
ST80 Autopilot Keypad Operation Manual 9 2.6 Important Safety Information The following rules should ALWAYS be observed when passagemaking under autopilot control: Maintain a permanent watch and regularly check all around forother vessels and obstacles – no matter how clear the sea mayappear to be, ...
Page 13 - Chapter 3: EMC and Servicing Guidelines; Important information; • At least 1m (3 feet) from any equipment transmitting or cables
10 ST80 Autopilot Keypad Operation Manual Chapter 3: EMC and Servicing Guidelines 3.1 Important information All Autohelm equipment and accessories are designed to the bestindustry standards for use in the leisure marine environment. Their design and manufacture conforms to the appropriateElectromagn...
Page 14 - Check Before Going to Sea; is not affected by radio transmissions, engine starting etc..; Servicing and Safety; • Autohelm equipment should be serviced only by authorised
ST80 Autopilot Keypad Operation Manual 11 3.3 Check Before Going to Sea • Always check the installation before going to sea to make sure that it is not affected by radio transmissions, engine starting etc.. • In some installations, it may not be possible to prevent the equipment from being affected ...
Page 15 - Chapter 4: Specification; Operating temperature:
12 ST80 Autopilot Keypad Operation Manual Chapter 4: Specification Dimensions: 110 x 68 x 17mm (4.33 x 2.67 x0.66in) Power supply: 10 to 16V DC Current consumption: Less than 240mA withillumination fully on, and less than90mA at the courtesy level. Operating temperature: -10 to 70°C (14 to 158°F) Bu...