Installation manual Simrad AP24/28 – EVC, Volvo IPS Pilot System with SG05 SimNet-Volvo Gateway English www.simrad-yachting.
Installation manual Simrad AP24/28 – EVC, Volvo IPS Pilot System with SG05 SimNet-Volvo Gateway English Document no: 20223210 Revision: A Date: May 2008 The original language for this document is English. In the event of any discrepancy between translated versions and the English version of this document, the English document will be the official version. To the best of our knowledge, the content in this publication was correct at the time of printing.
About this manual Rev. A 08.05.08 First issue This manual is intended as a reference guide for installing and maintaining a Simrad autopilot system with the Simrad SG05 SimNet-Volvo Gateway for Electronic Vessel Control. Please take time to read this manual to get a thorough understanding of the system components and their relationship to a complete autopilot system.
Content 1 System description ..................................... 5 1.1 General ..................................................5 1.2 How to use this manual.............................5 1.3 Software record .......................................6 2 Installation ................................................. 7 2.1 Installation checklist .................................7 2.2 Unpacking and handling ............................ 7 2.3 Determine system configuration .................8 2.
4.8 IP protection .........................................
1 System description 1.1 General The Simrad SG05 is a gateway for interfacing the AP24 and AP28 autopilot systems to Volvo Penta Electronic Vessel Control (EVC). It contains the steering computer and provides interface to other system components. It communicates on the proprietary SimNet data and control network to establish a reliable digital communication and power distribution between the units in the autopilot system as well as other Simrad products.
1.3 Software record Control units When the system is switched on, a status display shows the serial number and software version for the control unit. The shown readout is only an example! SimNet sources Serial number and software version for other SimNet sources can be found under the control unit User setup menu. Refer to Manual source selection in the autopilot operator manual.
2 Installation An autopilot system includes several units that need to be mounted in different locations on the boat, and also need to connect with at least three different systems on the boat: • EVC Autopilot Interface • The boats electrical system (12V SimNet power) • Other equipment on board (SimNet/NMEA interfacing) In addition, the advanced capabilities of the system require the installer to perform a series of settings and tests to verify proper operation of the system, refer to the check list b
An autopilot system will include: • Control unit (AP24 or AP28) with accessories • SG05 Gateway with accessories • Compass (RC42) with 5,5 m (18') SimNet cable attached • Optional equipment that may have been ordered for the installation. 2.3 Determine system configuration It is important to become familiar with the configuration of the system prior to beginning the installation.
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2.5 SG05 Gateway installation • The SG05 is bulkhead mounted by the enclosed screws. The SimNet connectors must be pointing downwards. Figure 2-3. • Connect other units according to Figure 2-1. Use only readymade SimNet cables and accessories. For SimNet network termination refer to section 2.9 on page 15. • Connect 12V SimNet supply. Refer to Figure 2-10 for correct polarity • Connect the 1 m pigtail plug into mating connector of the Volvo Penta Autopilot Interface.
2.6 AP24 and AP28 Control unit installation Avoid mounting the control unit(s) where it is easily exposed to sunlight, as this will shorten the lifetime of the display. Do not install the control unit where moisture is present at the rear. It may cause damage by entering the breathing hole or by coming into contact with the electrical connectors. Panel mounting The mounting surface must be flat and even to within 0.5 mm. • Drill the 4 mounting holes and make a panel cut-out according to supplied template.
Optional bracket mounting Figure 2-6 AP24 Bracket mounting Figure 2-7 AP28 Panel mounting 12 | Operation
Figure 2-8 AP28 Bracket mounting 2.7 RC42 Compass installation Figure 2-9 Mounting The heading sensor is the most important part of the autopilot system and great care should be taken when deciding the mounting location. As the heading is displayed on the control unit, the heading sensor can be mounted at a remote location. The compass can be mounted on deck or bulkhead, athwart ship or along ship. Some of the products connected to the SimNet network may have a heading offset feature.
If the connected products have no offset feature, the compass must be deck or bulkhead mounted athwart ship with the cable gland pointing back. Select a location that provides a solid mounting place free from vibration, and as close to the vessel's centre of roll and pitch as possible, i.e. close to the water line. It should be as far as possible from disturbing magnetic interference e.g. engines (min. 2 meters), engine ignition cables, other large metal objects and particularly the autopilot drive unit.
2.9 SimNet The SimNet cable system with very small plugs in both ends makes it easy to run the cables, only 10 mm (3/8”) holes are required through panels and bulkheads. The SimNet accessory program contains the necessary items to make a successful installation. Refer to SimNet cables and accessories, page 20. SimNet network cables A SimNet unit has one or two yellow SimNet connectors. There are no dedicated “in” or “out” connectors. Route the SimNet cables with Figure 2-11 or Figure 2-12 as a guideline.
supplied via the autopilot, see Figure 2-11 and Figure 2-12. 3 SimNet must be properly terminated, i.e. unless it is a small system (see Figure 2-1 and Figure 2-2) there must be terminations at each end of the Simrad backbone. The SimNet network has to be terminated according to the number and type of products connected. For additional information about SimNet ask for the separate SimNet Manual.
GS10 AP28 Control Unit NX45 NavStation AP24 Control Unit IS20 Instrument IS20 Instrument Wind transducer * AP 24 NAV TURN WIND NODRIFT AUTO STBY MODE 10 10 1 MENU MENU AUTO TURN 1 STB Y PWR PWR AT45 RC42 WR20 RS82 RS82 Black box SIMRAD RS82 WR20 12V SimNet supply (SimNet cable without termination) SG05 WB20 Multijoiner Analog speed/temp sensor Active depth transducer To EVC connect point Termination plug Figure 2-12 SimNet network, expanded system 1.
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3 Spare parts AP24 Control Unit 22096614 AP24 Control Unit 22096630 Mounting kit consisting of: 22095483 Cabinet corners (6) 44165181 Screw 3,5x19 (4) 24006355 SimNet blocking plug 22096820 Optional mounting bracket kit 24006355 SimNet blocking plug 22096515 AP24 Weather Cover AP28 Control Unit 22096622 AP28 Control Unit 22096630 Mounting kit consisting of: 22095483 Cabinet corners (6) 44165181 Screw 3,5x19 (4) 24006355 SimNet blocking plug 22096820 Optional mounting bracket kit 24006355 Si
SimNet cables and accessories 20 | Spare parts 24005829 SimNet cable 0.3 m (1’) 24005837 SimNet cable 2 m (6.6’) 24005845 SimNet cable 5 m (16.6’) 24005852 SimNet cable 10 m (33’) 24006363 SimNet cable, 5.5 m (18’) with one plug 24005902 SimNet power w/termination 2 m (6.6’) 24005910 SimNet power w/o termination 2 m (6.6’) 24005729 SimNet to Micro-C male. Adapter cable 0.5 m for SimNet products in a NMEA2000 network.
4 Technical specifications 4.1 Autopilot System Boat size and type: Up to 50 feet, Displacement, Outboard, Planing Steering system types:................................... Volvo Penta EVC Inter-unit connection: ..................................... SimNet network Maximum number of products connected in a network: .......... 50 System ON/OFF:.......................................... From control units Supply voltage: ............................................................ 8-16V Power consumption:.....
Instrument data page interface: Instrument screen SimNet/NMEA2000 PGN* Heading PGN127250, PGN130577 Rudder angle PGN127245 Speed PGN128259, PGN129026, PGN130577 Depth PGN128267 Wind angle, speed and direction PGN130306 Position PGN126992, PGN127250, PGN127258, PGN129025, PGN129026, PGN129029, PGN129033, PGN130577 NAV PGN129283, PGN129284, PGN129285, PGN129029, PGN129291 Log PGN128275 Sea temperature PGN130310, PGN130311 * Parameter Group Number 22 | Technical specifications
4.2 AP24 Control Unit Dimensions:.....................................................See Figure 4-1 Weight: ..........................................................0,3 kg (0,7 lbs) Material:........... Front: Black ABS+PC, Back: Dark gray ABS+GF Supply and interface: .......................................12V via SimNet Power consumption ....................................................... 1,2 W SimNet Network load factor (NL): ..........................................2 SimNet ports (input/output): .
4.3 AP28 Control Unit Dimensions:.....................................................See Figure 4-2 Weight: ..........................................................0,5 kg (1.1 lbs) Material:........... Front: Black ABS+PC, Back: Dark gray ABS+GF Supply and interface: .......................................12V via SimNet Power consumption ....................................................... 1,7 W SimNet Network load factor (NL): ..........................................3 SimNet ports (input/output): .
4.4 SG05 Gateway Dimensions:.....................................................See Figure 4-3 Weight: ..........................................................0,1 kg (0,2 lbs) Material:................................................................ Polyamide Environmental Protection:................................................ IP44 Supply and interface: .......................................12V via SimNet Power consumption:...................................................... 0.
4.5 RC42 Rate Compass Dimensions:.....................................................See Figure 4-4 Weight: ..........................................................0,9 kg (2,0 lbs) Material:........................................................... Off-white ABS Environmental Protection:................................................ IP56 Temperature range: Operation: ....................... 0 to +55 °C (+32 to + 130 °F) Storage:........................
Figure 4-4 RC42 Rate Compass – Dimensions 4.
Data converted from SimNet/NMEA2000 to NMEA0183 (TX) and vice versa (RX). NMEA0183 sentence TX (max rate [Hz]) RX APB 0.5 x BWC 0.5 x BWR x DBT x DPT 0.5 1 1) GGA x x GLL 0.52) HDG 4 x x x2) HDM HDT 4 HSC 0.1 MTW x 0.2 x MWV Relative Wind 1 x MWV True Wind 1 x RMA x RMB 0.5 x RMC 0.5 x RSA 3.33 VHW 0.5 VTG 0.5 VLW 0.2 x x 1) 0.5 x VWR x WPL x XTE x ZDA 0.5 ZTG x x Open cells indicates no transmission or reception.
4.7 SimNet Maximum number of products connected in a network: .......... 50 Maximum cable length: ....................................... 150 m (500’) Bit rate of the bus:..........................................250 Kbit/second Maximum DC current through a single SimNet plug................5A SimNet power supply: .................................................. 12VDC Maximum drop cable length: .....................................
4.8 IP protection Each part of a Simrad autopilot system has a two digits IP protection code. The IP rating is a method to classify the degree of protection against solid objects, water ingress and impact afforded by electrical equipment and enclosures. The system is recognized in most European countries and is set out in a number of British and European standards. The first code number describes the protection against solid objects, and the second number describes the protection against liquids.
AP24/28 - EVC, Volvo IPS Pilot System with SG05 SimNet-Volvo Gateway EN, Doc.no.20223210, Rev.
