Raymarine 150/400 - Manual

Preface vii Your Raymarine autopilot will add a new dimension to your boating enjoyment. However, it is the skipper’s responsibility to ensure the safety of the vessel at all times by following these basic rules: • Ensure that someone is present at the helm AT ALL TIMES, to take manual control in an...

Step 1: Check the Installation Kit 1 Ste p 1 Step 1: Check the Installation Kit The first step is to get ready for installation by: • reading through all installation steps • obtaining the necessary installation tools • checking the parts supplied WARNING: Product installation This equipment must be...

2 Type 150/400 Autopilot System: Installation Guide Ste p 1 *Note: The Raymarine GyroPlus yaw sensor measures the boat’s yaw (its rate of turn). The autopilot system uses this information to enhance course keeping in adverse weather and sailing conditions (such as sailing downwind in following seas)...

Step 1: Check the Installation Kit 3 Ste p 1 Raymarine produces two alternative types of rudder sensor: • the rotary rudder position sensor is suitable for all steering systems (apart from ‘bullhorn’ style hydraulic outboards) • the linear rudder position sensor is specifically designed for ‘bullhor...

4 Type 150/400 Autopilot System: Installation Guide Ste p 1 • handheld remotes (the ST600R full-function remote control or the SeaTalk handheld remote control) • pushpit or masthead wind vanes (for sail boats without a suitable wind instrument) • an external alarm (through an E85001 interface) 1.2 O...

Step 1: Check the Installation Kit 5 Ste p 1 Type 150/400AutopilotSystem InstallationGuide WorldwideDistributors ! COMPASS AREA D5377-1 Course computer Course computer components Core pack – parts supplied Ferrite (for power cable) Cable clamp Tie-wrap (for cable clamp) No8 x 3/4 inch pan-head self-...

6 Type 150/400 Autopilot System: Installation Guide St e p 2 Step 2: Check Locations 2.1 Identify suitable locations After reading the following EMC installation guidelines (see page 7), identify suitable locations for each part of the system. Course computer location: • mount vertically on a flat b...

Step 2: Check Locations 7 St e p 2 Rotary rudder position sensor location: • suitable base alongside the rudder stock and tiller arm. • so the ball-joints at each end of the connecting rod are level • so the sensor arm is between 75 mm (3 in) and 310 mm (12 in) from the tiller arm Drive unit and con...

8 Type 150/400 Autopilot System: Installation Guide St e p 2 For optimum EMC performance, we recommend that wherever possible: • Raymarine equipment and cables connected to it are:• At least 3 ft (1 m) from any equipment transmitting or cables carrying radio signals e.g. VHF radios, cables and anten...

Step 3: Install the Course Computer 9 Ste p 3 Step 3: Install the Course Computer Installing the course computer involves these tasks: Course computer - main parts 3.1 Select the location page 10 3.2 Secure the course computer page 12 3.3 Remove the connector cover page 12 3.4 Attach the power cable...

10 Type 150/400 Autopilot System: Installation Guide Ste p 3 3.1 Select the location Suitable locations The course computer is designed to be mounted on a vertical and flat bulkhead below decks. Select a location that is: • dry, protected and well-ventilated • free from high operating temperatures •...

Step 3: Install the Course Computer 11 Ste p 3 Unsuitable locations WARNING: The course computer is NOT designed to be mounted in engine compartments. Do NOT install the course computer: • where there might be flammable vapors (such as in an engine room or compartment, or in a fuel tank bay) • where...

12 Type 150/400 Autopilot System: Installation Guide Ste p 3 3.2 Secure the course computer Follow these steps to secure the course computer: 1. Hold the course computer in place against the mounting location so you can mark the centre of the keyhole slots:• these marks should be level and 288 mm (1...

Step 3: Install the Course Computer 13 Ste p 3 Replacing the connector cover To replace the connector cover: • fit the cover • lock the cover:• turn the catch so the slot is vertical • push in the catch until you hear it click Course computer inputs, outputs and fuses When you have removed the conne...

14 Type 150/400 Autopilot System: Installation Guide Ste p 3 Connecting cables to the terminals Power and Motor terminals • The POWER and MOTOR terminals on Type 150/150G course computers accept stranded cable up to 4mm 2 (12 AWG). • The POWER and MOTOR terminals on Type 400/400G course computers ac...

Step 3: Install the Course Computer 15 Ste p 3 3.4 Attach the power cables WARNING: Electrical safety Make sure the power supply is switched off before you make any electrical connections. Follow these steps to provide power to the course computer: 1. Measure the total length of cable run from the b...

16 Type 150/400 Autopilot System: Installation Guide Ste p 3 * These specifications apply to the cabling for CR pump solenoids . Power the CR pump motor separately, as specified in the CR pump installation guide. Table 3-1: Recommended power supply cable sizes (stranded cables) Cable length (distrib...

Step 4: Install the Compass 17 Ste p 4 Step 4: Install the Compass This section provides installation instructions for the standard Raymarine fluxgate compass (supplied in the core pack). This involves the following tasks: Note: This section also provides information about connecting other SeaTalk o...

18 Type 150/400 Autopilot System: Installation Guide Ste p 4 4.1 Select the location The compass is primarily designed for mounting below deck on a bulkhead. On steel-hulled boats you must mount it above deck. Standard location To achieve the best performance from the compass, mount it: • as near as...

Step 4: Install the Compass 19 Ste p 4 Finding the most suitable location To identify the best compass location on your boat, start at the pitch and roll center then move the compass up and/or aft until you find a location with minimal magnetic disturbance. Note: To check if the intended mounting lo...

20 Type 150/400 Autopilot System: Installation Guide Ste p 4 4.2 Mount the compass Fluxgate compass - orientation CAUTION: You must mount the fluxgate compass vertically, with the cables exiting at the base. 1. Hold the compass against the mounting location.2. Mark the four mounting holes, then remo...

Step 4: Install the Compass 21 Ste p 4 4.4 Connecting SeaTalk or NMEA compasses You can connect SeaTalk or NMEA compasses to the course computer, either to replace the fluxgate compass or provide supplementary compass signals. When you connect more than one compass to the autopilot system, the cours...

22 Type 150/400 Autopilot System: Installation Guide St e p 5 Step 5: Install the Rudder Position Sensor Note: Your autopilot system must include either a rotary or linear rudder position sensor, otherwise it will not function. Refer to the following installation instructions to fit either a rotary ...

Step 5: Install the Rudder Position Sensor 23 St e p 5 Ensuring correct alignment CAUTION: Take care to ensure correct rudder sensor alignment. If the sensor is not correctly aligned, the autopilot system will not perform accurately. Vertical alignment When viewed from the front of the boat, the con...

24 Type 150/400 Autopilot System: Installation Guide St e p 5 Horizontal alignment When viewed from above (as shown in the previous illustration): • the sensor arm must be between 75 mm (3 in) and 310 mm (12 in) from the tiller arm • with the rudder amidships, the sensor arm should be at 90° to the ...

Step 5: Install the Rudder Position Sensor 25 St e p 5 3. Drill pilot holes using a 3 mm ( 1 / 8 in) drill bit. 4. Attach the tiller pin to the tiller arm using the two self-tapping screws supplied (No 8 x 3 / 4 inch, countersunk) or suitable bolts, nuts and lock washers. Attaching the connector rod...

26 Type 150/400 Autopilot System: Installation Guide St e p 5 5.2 Linear rudder position sensor - installation Introduction The linear rudder position sensor (part number: M81188) is designed for ‘bullhorn’ style hydraulic outboard steering systems. It is totally weatherproof and designed to be moun...

Step 5: Install the Rudder Position Sensor 27 St e p 5 10. Tighten the hose clamps around the bullhorn ram and the rudder sensor’s barrel. 11. Tighten the starboard bullhorn bolt to secure the U-bracket. 12. Fit and tighten the supplied nut and washer to secure the threaded rod end of the sensor’s s...

28 Type 150/400 Autopilot System: Installation Guide Ste p 6 Step 6: Install the Drive Unit Raymarine produces a wide range of drive units to suit different types of steering systems: • The rotary drive is designed for steering systems that can be driven from the helm position through a chain and sp...

Step 7: Install the Control Unit 29 St ep 7 Step 7: Install the Control Unit Raymarine produce a range of control units to suit different boats and user requirements. The ST6001+ and ST7001+ control units have been designed specifically to provide access to all advanced functions on the Type 150, 15...

30 Type 150/400 Autopilot System: Installation Guide St e p 8 Step 8: Clamp the Cables When you have connected all autopilot system components to the course computer, we recommend that you use the supplied cable clamp to relieve any strain on the cable connections. Secure the cables with the cable c...

Step 9: Integrate the System 31 Ste p 9 Step 9: Integrate the System This section explains how to connect the autopilot to other equipment and integrate the system: Note: Before connecting other equipment, read the EMC installation guidelines (see page 7). 9.1 Connecting SeaTalk equipment page 32 9....

32 Type 150/400 Autopilot System: Installation Guide Ste p 9 9.1 Connecting SeaTalk equipment You can use SeaTalk to connect the autopilot system to: • additional SeaTalk control units: you can use any control units to operate the autopilot and view autopilot information • SeaTalk equipment (such as...

Step 9: Integrate the System 33 Ste p 9 Isolated control unit, single power supply If you have two control units, we recommend that you connect one to each SeaTalk terminal. In the following illustration: • the course computer provides power to the SeaTalk system • one control unit is connected on i...

34 Type 150/400 Autopilot System: Installation Guide Ste p 9 Separate course computer and instrument power Another option is to provide separate power supplies to the course computer and SeaTalk system so you can have independent, switched instrument and pilot systems. On the illustrated example, th...

36 Type 150/400 Autopilot System: Installation Guide Ste p 9 9.2 Connecting NMEA equipment If you have equipment on your boat that transmits NMEA 0183 data (e.g. GPS), you can connect this equipment to the autopilot system. You can connect the NMEA equipment in any combination of these ways: • using...

Step 9: Integrate the System 37 Ste p 9 RMB cross track error, bearing to waypoint, distance to waypoint, waypoint number RMC course over ground (COG), speed over ground (SOG), latitude/longitude, time, variation VHW speed through water, heading VTG course over ground (COG), speed over ground (SOG) ...

38 Type 150/400 Autopilot System: Installation Guide Ste p 9 Connect: • the NMEA outputs from the equipment (such as navigators, wind or speed instruments to the NMEA inputs on the course computer • the NMEA outputs on the course computer to the NMEA inputs on the equipment (such as radar) Control u...

Step 9: Integrate the System 39 Ste p 9 D5395-1 Control unit (rear) NMEA wind instrument NMEA speed instrument SeaTalk SeaTalk Type 150/400 course computer terminals GPS Loran Decca Control unit (rear) NMEA wind instrument NMEA radar NMEA speed instrument SeaTalk SeaTalk SeaTalk Screen Red Yellow Sc...

40 Type 150/400 Autopilot System: Installation Guide Ste p 9 9.3 Connecting optional components GyroPlus yaw sensor The Type 150 and Type 400 course computers do not contain a built-in GyroPlus, but you have the option of adding: • an external GyroPlus (part number: M81162) • or a dealer-fitted inte...

Step 9: Integrate the System 41 Ste p 9 Off switch The course computer has inputs so you can fit an off switch if required. By closing a circuit, this switch will turn off the course computer power supply. Connect a suitable off switch to the OFF SWITCH inputs on the course computer. Connecting an o...

Maintenance 43 Maintenance All Raymarine products are designed to provide many years of trouble-free operation. We also put them through comprehensive testing and quality assurance procedures before shipping. Regular checks On a regular basis: • check that all connections and mountings are secure an...

44 Type 150/400 Autopilot System: Installation Guide EMC, servicing and safety guidelines • Raymarine equipment should be serviced only by authorized Raymarine service technicians. They will ensure that service procedures and replacement parts used will not affect performance. There are no user serv...

Specifications 45 Specifications Course computer specifications Nominal supply voltage: Type 150/150GType 400/400G 12 V DC (fuse protected at 30 A)12 V or 24 V DC (fuse protected at 40 A) Operating voltage range: Type 150/150GType 400/400G 10 V to 16 V DC10 V to 32 V DC Power consumption (standby) 3...

46 Type 150/400 Autopilot System: Installation Guide Control unit functionality Drive clutch output: Type 150/150GType 400/400G 4 A at 12 V (fuse protected at 4 A)4 A at 12/24 V selectable (fuse protected at 4 A) Drive solenoid return input 5 A at supply voltage SeaTalk output 5 A at 12 V (fuse prot...

Glossary 47 Glossary Term Meaning ° degrees A Amps AST(Advanced Steering Technology) AST (Advanced Steering Technology) is Raymarine’s unique advanced steering algorithm. It uses inputs from a wide variety of sensors to tune the autopilot’s operation to provide superior control of the boat in any co...

Index 49 A Autopilot system Core pack parts 4 Key components 1 – 3 Optional components 3 C Cable clamp installation 30 Cabling Compass 20 Course computer power supply 15 General guidelines 7 Linear rudder position sensor 27 Rotary rudder position sensor 25 Clutch voltage, Selecting 42 Compass Cablin...

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Document number: 84064-8 April 2001 Limited Warranty Certificate Raymarine warrants each new Light Marine/Dealer Distributor Product to be of good materials and workmanship, and will repair or exchange any parts proven to be defective in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of 2 ye...

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