RemoteVision with Wireless Port User Manual Premier Way Abbey Park, Romsey Hampshire, SO51 9DH, UK www.BandG.com © B&G Ltd. 2004 The copyright of this manual is the property of B&G Ltd.
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CERTIFICATION 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 communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by relocating the equipment or connecting the equipment to a different circuit.
PRODUCT LIABILITY AND SAFETY WARNINGS Product Liability Brookes and Gatehouse Ltd. accept no responsibility for the use and/or operation of this equipment. It is the user’s responsibility to ensure that under all circumstances the equipment is used for the purposes for which it has been designed. Warning – Electrical Hazard This equipment uses high voltage electrical power. Contact with high voltages may result in injury and/or loss of life.
RemoteVision User Manual Contents CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................... 3 REMOTEVISION FEATURES ......................................................................................................3 W IRELESS PORT FEATURES ....................................................................................................3 GETTING STARTED.............................................................................
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RemoteVision User Manual Introduction INTRODUCTION Congratulations and thank you for choosing the B&G RemoteVision, the world’s first personal wireless instrument and Pilot control. RemoteVision represents B&G’s commitment to provide systems of the highest quality and performance that are designed to function within the harsh marine environment. To get the most from your new RemoteVision, please take the time to carefully read this user manual so that you can fully appreciate its operation.
RemoteVision User Manual Operation GETTING STARTED Pack Contents Ensure that your package includes all of the items listed below. If any parts are found to be missing, contact your B&G dealer immediately.
RemoteVision User Manual Operation Installing the Batteries RemoteVision uses two “AA” Alkaline batteries located in the rear of the unit. Most alternative batteries are also suitable though some types may have magnetic properties that adversely affect compass accuracy. During battery replacement, individual user settings are stored in non-volatile memory to prevent loss of data.
RemoteVision User Manual Operation Using your RemoteVision The following pages describe how to operate the most common features found on the RemoteVision. ON Key • When the unit is OFF: Pressing the ON key will switch the RemoteVision on • When the unit is ON: Pressing the ON key will engage the autopilot (if installed) OFF Key • When the unit is ON: Pressing the OFF key will disengage the autopilot if it is engaged.
RemoteVision User Manual Operation Switching On Press the ON key to switch the RemoteVision on. The display shows “Connecting...” to indicate that RemoteVision is attempting to establish a connection with your instrument system. The Main Menu is displayed when the communication link has been established. The first time you turn the system on you will be prompted to pair the RemoteVision with the instrument system (see Pairing with Instruments below).
RemoteVision User Manual Operation Pairing with Instruments To use your RemoteVision with the instrument system it is necessary to “pair” the unit with your Wireless Port. During this procedure it is important that the RemoteVision is within range of the Wireless Port. The Pairing procedure is required the first time the unit is used. Pairing with the Wireless Port Press the ON key to switch the RemoteVision on.
RemoteVision User Manual Operation Completing the Pairing Whilst the Wireless Port is “visible” it is necessary to select “Pair Device” on the RemoteVision, this is found under Setup – Wireless – Pair Device. After selecting Pair Device there will be a short delay while the RemoteVision searches for Wireless Ports in range. After this period the unit should report “Device Found”, followed by the details of your Wireless Port.
RemoteVision User Manual Operation OPERATION Main Menu The Main Menu is shown at power up whenever there is a connection with the Wireless Port. During operation you can access the Main Menu from any screen, repeatedly click the NavStick to the left. Use the NavStick Up and Down actions to move the highlight bar through the displayed menu choices and then press in the NavStick to select your choice. INSTRUMENTS RemoteVision is pre-programmed from the factory with three default data pages.
RemoteVision User Manual Operation Data Page 3: Time Plots Changing Data Functions To change the default data page functions, use the NavStick Up and Down action to highlight an individual data field, and then press the NavStick to confirm. Highlight Select New from the menu and press Enter to confirm. Use the NavStick to select the menu group that you require (e.g. “Speed” or “Depth”) and press the NavStick to confirm. These menu groups and functions are identical to your h2000 instrument displays.
RemoteVision User Manual Operation Calibration The RemoteVision has access to all the calibrations, alarms and damping values from the h2000 instrument system, for specific calibration details consult your instrument system user manual. Calibration Example – Standard Calibrations To calibrate a function, highlight it on a data page – if the function is not displayed on a data page then you need to select it as above – press the NavStick to select.
RemoteVision User Manual Operation In addition to the straightforward single number calibrations the RemoteVision can be used for editing the h2000 system’s calibration tables for True Wind Angle, True Wind Speed etc. Calibration Example – Editing Tables When editing tables the RemoteVision is an invaluable tool as it allows you to view the majority of the table at once, rather than only viewing individual cells.
RemoteVision User Manual Operation PILOT The Pilot Data Page is available when a B&G autopilot is connected to the system. To access this page select Pilot from the Main Menu. Note that any Pilot control (On, Off or Course change) will automatically display this page. Pilot Status Page Pilot Steering Mode Compass Wind Waypoint etc. Pilot Status ON or OFF Response Level Economy Normal Perf1 etc. Instrument Data Two selectable values Action Field e.g.
RemoteVision User Manual Operation Pilot Mode Selection The Pilot Mode can be altered by selecting the Pilot Steering Mode on the Pilot page as shown above. Choices shown may differ from your system depending on the system configuration, refer to your Pilot user manual for details on the specific Pilot modes and options. Response Setting To alter Pilot Response Level select the Response Level on the Pilot page as shown above. Choices shown may differ from your system depending on the system configuration.
RemoteVision User Manual Operation Pilot Steering Modes Compass Mode With Compass Mode selected and the autopilot switched OFF, steer the boat onto the desired heading and allow the boat to settle. Engage the autopilot in Compass Mode by pressing the ON key once. The screen changes to show Pilot ON and Set CRS (Course). An off course indicator is also shown at the bottom of the screen.
RemoteVision User Manual Operation Optimum Wind Angle Mode When a Performance Processor is connected to the h2000 instrument system, the autopilot has the facility to steer to Optimum Wind Angle taken from the Performance Processor’s polar table. With OPT WA Mode selected, engage the autopilot by pressing the ON key once. Pressing either of the Dodge keys in Optimum Wind Angle Mode will automatically switch the autopilot into Compass Mode and allow you to safely steer around the obstacle.
RemoteVision User Manual Operation Pilot Settings Pilot Settings Menu The Pilot Settings menu is accessed from the Pilot Screen by clicking the NavStick to the right. Dodge Angle The Dodge Angle is used to adjust the pre-set number of degrees that the autopilot turns by when either of the Dodge keys are pressed. This setting is the same for both the Compass and Wind Modes. For example, a setting of 5° applies a 5° heading change in Compass Mode and a 5° wind angle change in Wind Mode.
RemoteVision User Manual Operation HAND COMPASS The Hand Compass enables the user to take a bearing with the integral fluxgate sensor.
RemoteVision User Manual Operation INSTRUMENT CONTROL The Instrument Control function allows you to control 20/20 or 40/40 displays and also allows you to set the lighting level on the instrument system. 20/20 and 40/40 Setup The 20/20 and 40/40 setup page shows the currently displayed functions on each 20/20 (or 40/40) display To alter a displayed function 1. scroll up or down using the NavStick to select the 20/20 display you wish to change 2.
RemoteVision User Manual Operation TIMER The Timer function provides full control of the instrument system timer. Timer Page The Timer page displays the current timer value and gives the timer control options: Set Allows the user to choose the countdown time Sync Selecting “Sync” resets the Timer to the nearest whole minute during count up/down. Start Starts the Timer from the value chosen via the Set command Setting the Timer The Timer can be set to count-down over a user selectable period.
RemoteVision User Manual Operation SETUP The Setup menu provides access to less commonly used functions such as the Backlighting, Keylock, Sleep Mode and Contrast. Back Lighting The Setup Back Lighting function adjusts the lighting level intensity for the RemoteVision display. The backlight on the RemoteVision will automatically switch itself off after a short time, and then switch back on whenever a key is pressed.
RemoteVision User Manual Operation Wireless Pair Device allows the unit to establish a Pairing with a Wireless Port set into Pair mode. If the unit is already paired this option is replaced with Unpair Device which allows you to delete a pairing. In normal use this function is not used. Compass Setup Offset – allows correction of an offset in the sensor reading. Contrast The contrast of the RemoteVision display can be set by scrolling left or right with the NavStick. Confirm by selecting OK.
RemoteVision User Manual Operation COMPASS CALIBRATION The internal fluxgate compass requires calibration for different battery types, when replacing batteries it is recommended that a compass swing is carried out to maximise the accuracy of the readings. Entering the Compass Setup pages Power on the RemoteVision whilst holding the NavStick UP, this puts the unit into Compass setup mode.
RemoteVision User Manual Wireless Port Installation REMOTEVISION WIRELESS PORT INSTALLATION Introduction The RemoteVision Wireless Port connects directly to the Hydra and Hercules Fastnet databus and provides a wireless link between the B&G system and the RemoteVision. Location Careful consideration must be given to the location of the Wireless Port to ensure optimum performance. The following guidelines must be adhered to, the installation should be: • In a dry, accessible area.
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