Page 3 - Contents
G-PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 3 Important ................................................................................................41 In tro duc tion.........................................................................................5 1-1 A typical in stal la tion ................
Page 4 - Important; Governing Language; FCC Statement
G-PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 4 Important It is the owner’s sole responsibility to install and use the instrument and transducer/s in a manner that will not cause accidents, personal injury or property damage. The user of this product is solely responsible for observing safe boating practi...
Page 5 - Cleaning and maintenance; Introduction; Using this manual; Key; -1 A typical installation
G-PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 5 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. 1 Introduction Using this manual This manual...
Page 6 - -2 Using the G-PILOT 3100 with other instruments; NavBus and the G-PILOT 3100
G-PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 6 1-2 Using the G-PILOT 3100 with other instruments 1-2-1 Using other instruments The G-PILOT 3100 can use data from 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...
Page 8 - Installation; Warning; -2 Other parts required; O t h e r p a r t s :
G-PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 8 The recommended installation sequence is: 1 Read this manual and the documentation that comes with the other parts. 2 Plan the installation: select where the equipment and wiring will be installed (see section 3-2). 3 Install the main unit (see section 3-3)....
Page 9 - -2 Installation guide
G-PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 9 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 Do not mount any part where it can be used as a handhold, wher...
Page 10 - -3 Installing the main unit; Physical
G-PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 10 3-3 Installing the main unit Physical IMPORTANT: 200 mm (7.87") clearance required for cover removal Installation Find a suitable location for the unit: In a dry, cool place; if possible not the engine room. Close to the high-current power supply and th...
Page 11 - -4 Installing the power supplies and steering drive; Power supply: one switch confi guration
G-PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 11 3-4 Installing the power supplies and steering 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 DC). Note: Keep all wiring as short as possible. For the heavy duty supply...
Page 12 - Wire size table; Cable length (from main control unit to power supply or to drive)
G-PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 12 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 ...
Page 13 - Example of hydraulic steering with hydraulic help pump.
G-PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 13 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Fit strain relief Wiring polarity does not matter. Motor Main unit Example of hydraulic steering with hydraulic help pump. In the VESSEL menu ( See G-PILOT 3100 Operation Manual ), set DRVE TYPE to MTR. Example of mechanical steered power ve...
Page 14 - Installing a electric drive motor with clutch relay; Installing a continuous running pump and solenoid valves.
G-PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 14 Installing a electric drive motor with clutch relay In the VESSEL menu ( See G-PILOT 3100 Operation Manual ), set DRVE TYPE to MTR. Installing a continuous running pump and solenoid valves. In the VESSEL menu ( See G-PILOT 3100 Operation Manual ), set DRVE ...
Page 16 - -5 Installing the rudder feedback unit
G-PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 16 3-5 Installing the rudder feedback unit Physical 10 m (33 ft) cable Arm 90 mm (3.5") 220 mm (8.7") Base Linkage to rudder Rudder shaft Arm rotates freely around base. LT8 connector These two distances to be equal. Connecting rod, with quick release ...
Page 17 - Alignment
G-PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 17 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 Therefore in an installation, the base can be rotated to two positions. We recommend the p...
Page 18 - Installation
G-PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 18 Installation 1 Find a suitable location and arrangement for the unit as described above.2 Choose, assemble and fi t a suitable rudder linkage.3 Fit the unit as shown below: If necessary, mount base on block to set height. Set rudder amidships. Rotate base s...
Page 19 - -6 Installing the compass; Fibreglass or wood hull and cabin:
G-PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 19 3-6 Installing the compass Physical 101 mm, (4") Mounting holes for screws 97 mm, (3.8") 71 mm, (2.8") 10 m (32.8 ft) LT8 connector Location Mount the compass: At least 1 m (3 ft) away from any steel or iron boat part, such as: a steel hull, dec...
Page 21 - -7 Installing the gyro; Location
G-PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 21 3-7 Installing the gyro Physical Mounting holes for screws LT8 connector Location Mount the gyro as close as possible to the cen tre of movement of the boat, to minimize how much the gyro moves when the boat rocks and pitches. Mount the gyro on a panel whic...
Page 23 - Installing the display unit; -8 Installing the display unit and other instruments; Side view of display unit mounting
G-PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 23 Installing the display unit 1 Choose a location for the display unit that is: Easily seen and close to the manual helm. Accessible from behind; the minimum clearance required at the back is 50 mm (2") (see mounting diagram). With the back of the unit pr...
Page 24 - Wiring other instruments
G-PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 24 Wiring other instruments Main unit Display units More G-PILOT display units Follow the wiring guide (see section 3-2-2). Other 3100 series instruments 3100 units A GPS, such as a Navman TRACKER 5000 series chartplotter NMEA in/out NMEAin & out GPS NMEA ...
Page 25 - Dockside setup; -1 Start dockside setup; WARNING; User Data table
G-PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 25 4 Dockside setup 1 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 bott...
Page 26 - -2 Calibrating the rudder feedback unit; PILOT
G-PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 26 ENT Go to RFU CAL in the DEVICES menu ( See G-PILOT 3100 Operation ENT Turn the manual helm until the rudder is amidships ENT Stand clear of rudder and linkage, remove anything that will foul rudder’s travel between endstops. The G-PILOT is about to turn th...
Page 27 - -1 Calibrating the compass; ESC; CSU CAL; ENT
G-PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 27 Note To exit the calibration at any time, press ESC. If the 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, fi x the problem and repeat the calibration. Local dis...
Page 28 - Aligning the compass and the rudder; ALIGN HDG
G-PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 28 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 and the rudder 6-2 Aligning the rudder The compass can be aligned either to a refer-ence compass or to...
Page 29 - Appendix A - Specifi cations
G-PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 29 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...
Page 31 - Appendix C - Troubleshooting
G-PILOT 3100 Installation Manual NAVMAN 31 Appendix C - Troubleshooting This troubleshooting guide assumes that you have read and understood this manual. It is possible in many cases to solve diffi culties without having to send the unit back to the manufacturer for repair. Please follow this troubl...
Page 32 - Appendix D - How to contact us
G-PILOT 3100 manual de instalação NAVMAN 90 Appendix D - How to contact us www.navman.com . NORTH AMERICA Navman USA Inc. 30 Sudbury Rd, Acton, MA 01720. Toll Free: +1 866 628 6261 Fax: +1 978 897 8264 e-mail: [email protected] web: www.navman.com AUSTRALIA Navman Australia Pty. Limited Unit 2 / 5...
