MANUAL SIMRAD AP16 Autopilot 20221560F Sw.1.2.
Instruction manual Instruction Manual This manual is intended as a reference guide for operating and correctly installing the AP16 autopilot. Great care has been paid to simplify operation and set-up of the Simrad AP16, however, an autopilot is a complex electronic system. It is affected by sea conditions, speed of the vessel, hull shape and size.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot Document history Rev. A First edition. Rev. B Part no. for AC40 Power PCB ass’y, page 119 corrected. Added notes in chapter 3.19. Minor corrections in text and display pictures. Rev. C Correction in text on page 30, 63, 66, 90, 94, 104 and 109. Figure 3-6, 3-9, 3-18 and 4.1 corrected. Part no. for adapter cable page 121 added. Rev. D Updated according to SW 1.2.00. Rev. E Virtual feedback implemented. Minor corrections to text. Applies for SW 1.2.01 and onwards. Rev.
Instruction manual Contents 1 System description ....................................................................................... 9 1.1 General .................................................................................................. 9 1.2 How to use this manual......................................................................... 9 1.3 System components............................................................................. 10 1.4 AP16 Control Unit ................................
Simrad AP16 Autopilot Heading capture .................................................................................. 21 2.8 Automatic control of steering parameters........................................... 22 Power boats ......................................................................................... 22 Sailboat................................................................................................ 23 2.9 Manual Selection of HI/LO Parameters............................................
Instruction manual INFO menu flowchart ......................................................................... 50 INFO menu and Main screen active unit ............................................ 51 INFO menu and Main Screen, inactive unit ....................................... 51 3 Installation.................................................................................................. 53 3.1 General ................................................................................................
Simrad AP16 Autopilot 3.20 Single NMEA input/output ................................................................. 76 3.21 Double NMEA input/output ............................................................... 76 3.22 NMEA output on Port 2...................................................................... 77 3.23 NMEA Compass input ........................................................................ 77 3.24 Radar Clock/Data.........................................................................
Instruction manual Compass calibration.......................................................................... 101 Compass Offset ................................................................................. 103 Wind Offset....................................................................................... 104 Wind damping................................................................................... 104 Depth Offset...............................................................................
Simrad AP16 Autopilot 6.1 Alarms ............................................................................................... 124 7 Spare Parts List........................................................................................ 129 8 Technical Specifications .......................................................................... 132 8.1 AP16 Autopilot System .................................................................... 132 8.2 AP16 Control Unit ......................................
System Description 1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 1.1 General Congratulations on the purchase of your new Simrad AP16 autopilot system and thank you for selecting what we feel is the most advanced autopilot system available on the market today. Simrad manufactures a complete range of autopilots for all types of vessels, from recreational boats to merchant marine vessels. The company's involvement in autopilots began in 1953 with equipment for the North Sea fishing fleet under the brand name Robertson.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot Other documentation material that is provided with your system includes a warranty card. This must be filled out by the authorized dealer that performed the installation and mailed in to activate the warranty. 1.
System Description 1.4 AP16 Control Unit A compact autopilot control for panel, bulkhead or bracket mounting. It has a multifunction LCD display for readout of autopilot data, mode keys and course adjust keys. It has two Robnet2 connectors for system interconnection and expansion and two SimNet connectors for control and data sharing with other Simrad products. A NMEA2000 Adapter Cable is available for interface through a SimNet port (page 131). 1.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot 1.7 Heading Sensors The AP16 autopilot can be used with the following combinations of heading sensors: RFC35 Electronic Fluxgate Compass A compact heading sensor from Simrad with 15 m (45 feet) of cable. The direction of the earth's magnetic field is sensed by a floating ring core in a fluxgate coil and transformed to a digital signal read by the autopilot steering computer. RFC35 comes as standard with the autopilot.
System Description 1.8 Optional equipment A series of options are available for the basic AP16 system. R3000X Remote Control A small handheld remote control with two push buttons for power steering or course selection (port and starboard), and one push button with built-in lighted indicator for limited mode change. JS10 Joystick The JS10 Joystick is a Non-Follow-Up steering lever designed for indoor and outdoor console mount.
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Operation 2 OPERATION WARNING ! An autopilot is a very useful navigational aid, but DOES NOT under any circumstance replace a human navigator.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot The control unit shown above can operate as a stand alone unit in an autopilot system or combined in a multistation system. In a multistation system the command can easily be transferred from one unit to another. AP16 units not in control will display the icon. The AP16 system is capable of the following primary steering modes: STBY (power steering), AUTO, NAV and WIND, each mode having a dedicated push button.
Operation After approximately 5 seconds, the system is operative and the unit that was turned on will show the Standby mode display. Other units in a multistation system will display "Inactive" and/or depending on model. Control is transferred to any single unit by pressing its’ STBY button. A long press (2-3 sec.) on the STBY button switches the system OFF and during this time, the alarm will sound.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot 2.3 AP16 with MSD50 Stern Drive unit The information in section 2.3 only applies if your autopilot is driving a Simrad MSD50 Stern Drive. Note ! The MSD50 Stern drive unit has a relative feedback signal which needs a zero point setting after the autopilot has been turned on. Refer to the MSD50 manual for further information.
Operation 2.4 Non-Follow-Up steering (NFU) In Standby mode, the NFU display is presented when the PORT or STBD button is pressed. The rudder will move as long as the button is pressed and the rudder angle is shown on the display. 1 Activates PORT rudder command Note ! 20221560F 1 Activates STBD rudder command When a NFU steering lever or remote control is operated, other control units become “Inactive”.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot 2.5 R3000X Remote Control (NFU) SIMRAD Push button for Port and Stbd commands STBY-AUTO STBY/automatic. Automatic modes are active when the lamp is lit. Simrad R3000X In STANDBY mode, the rudder will move as long as the Port or Stbd button is pressed. In AUTO mode and Wind modes the set course or set wind angle will change 1° each time the button is pressed. Note! If you keep the button pressed, it will automatically change the setting in increments of 3° per second.
Operation 2.7 Automatic Steering When AUTO mode is selected, the AP16 automatically picks the current boat heading as the set course and maintains the simultaneous rudder angle. This gives a bumpless transfer at the mode change. Automatic steering mode Set course: 340 degrees Compass reading: 340°M Steering parameter: LO-A Rudder angle: 00° The AP16 will keep the boat on the set course until a new mode is selected or a new course is set with the PORT or STBD buttons.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot STBY Regain manual steering by pressing the STBY button 2.8 Automatic control of steering parameters The AP16 provides two different sets of steering parameters for controlling the response of the boat at different speeds or wind directions while in AUTO, NAV or WIND modes. Power boats The autopilot selects the LO (response) steering parameters when engaging an automatic mode from STBY provided there is no speed input. This is a safety feature.
Operation Sailboat When sailing in WIND mode, the parameters are automatically changed by the direction of the wind as per below or by the boat speed. The transition between HI and LO parameters and vice versa will have a different characteristics with regards to the wind angle compared with the transition controlled by the speed of the boat. If you loose too much speed e.g. when tacking, the parameters will change to HI to gain sufficient rudder response.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot 2. The manually selected setting (HI or LO) will override the automatic selection and remain in effect until you re-enter any automatic mode from STBY. 2.10 U-turn This feature is very useful in a man overboard situation and whenever you want to steer back on a reciprocal heading. It only applies to power boats. U-Turn changes the current set course to be 180 degrees in the opposite direction.
Operation you exit DODGE by a second press on the TURN/DODGE button or select a mode. TUR DO TURN DODGE Quick double press on TURN/DODGE to activate Dodge mode Perform dodging in one of the following ways: 1. Manually steer the boat by the wheel: 2. Non Follow Up steering by pressing: 1 1 or or using NFU steering lever To return from Dodge mode, press one of the following: TURN DODGE Note ! 2.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot TURN DODGE Press TURN/DODGE to enter TACK mode 2.13 Note ! 1 Select STBD tack Boat makes STBD tack NoDrift The source when operating in NoDrift mode is the Position (Pos) source. The NoDrift mode is an alternative to route steering in NAV mode, and is automatically entered when you press the NAV WIND button provided NoDrift has been selected in the (user) SETUP menu.
Operation NAV NoDrift mode Set course NoDrift indicator HI/LO parameter Heading Rudder Angle Note ! To operate in NoDrift mode your GPS/chart plotter must be turned on. Dodge in NoDrift mode This is similar to dodging in Auto mode. 2.14 Note ! Navigating with the AP16 The source when operating in NAV mode is the Navigation (Nav) source.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot manually selected in the User setup menu item called “Source select” (page 42). The AP16 is designed to steer in “mixed mode” operation. This combines the straight steering capability of cross track error (XTE) steering in conjunction with the turning capability of bearing mode steering (Course To Steer, CTS) and automatic waypoint shift.
Operation When operating the AP16 in NAV mode to steer through a route of waypoints, the AP16 will steer to the first waypoint in the route after you accept the first waypoint as the location to steer towards. When you arrive at the waypoint, the AP16 will output an audible warning, display an alert screen with the new course information, and automatically change course onto the new leg.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot Example: With the speed of 20 knots you should use a waypoint circle with radius 0.09 nm. Note ! 2.15 The distance between any waypoints in a route must not be smaller than the radius of the waypoint arrival circle when using automatic waypoint shift. Dodge in NAV The previous set course is stored by the AP16.
Operation 2.16 1. TURN DODGE Returns to NAV mode at present position with a new NAV prompt. Keeps all offset estimates (Wind/current etc.) in the algorithms (recommended). 2. NAV Selects NAV mode at present position with a new NAV prompt. May result in a less accurate return to the track. 3. AUTO Selects AUTO mode with the current heading as the set course.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot Wind (vane) mode Set wind angle: 044 degrees from stbd. Measured wind angle: 041°A A = Apparent T = True Parameter: HI-M (High value, manually set) Compass reading: 311° M (magnetic) or T (true) Rudder angle: 01° to port. 1 Steer port, 1°/push 10 Steer port, 10°/push 10 Steer stbd. 10°/push 1 Steer stbd.
Operation 2.18 Tacking and gybing in Wind mode In WIND mode there is a tacking and gybing aid function. Tacking in WIND mode as compared to AUTO mode can be performed when sailing with apparent or true wind as the reference, and with a true wind angle of less than 90 degrees. The tacking operation will immediately mirror the set wind angle to the opposite side. A tacking-message will flash on the display for 5 seconds. Any new command given when the message is flashing, will interrupt the tack operation.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot Gybing Gybing is possible when the true wind angle is larger than 120° When a gybe is initiated, the wind angle will first be set to 170°T on the same side as the current wind angle. The main sail should now be hauled. With the main sail safely hauled, the wind side may be changed. This is done by pressing either PORT or STBD buttons depending on the way the boat should continue to turn.
Operation the wind side is shifted and an unwanted gybe may happen. This can be hazardous for both the crew and the mast. The gybe prevent function will be activated when the measured apparent wind angle becomes greater than 175° or when the wind angle gets opposite to the set wind angle. Additional rudder will be commanded to keep the wind on the same side as the set wind angle. Caution ! 2.19 The tack and gybe prevent functions are not a guarantee against getting into a hazardous situation.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot [1] [2] [4] [3] [7] [5] [6] [8] Figure 2-2 36 20221560F
Operation Operating in WINDNAV mode Refer to Figure 2-2 with references [ ] the associated displays and the criteria (bullets) below. • The set wind angle should be larger than the ‘Minimum wind angle’ set in the Installation/Dockside menu and smaller than 170° Apparent. • Information about when it is time to head directly towards the waypoint, Distance To Turn (DTT) and Estimated Time to Turn (ETT) are displayed.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot 2.20 Multiple station system In normal operation control is accessible from every control unit connected to the AP16 system. One control unit is "active" and provides the user with access to all functions. All remaining control units are "inactive" and have no effect on mode changes or course selection. A single press on any of the mode buttons on an "inactive" control unit will allow transfer of command and make it "active". 2.
Operation The “Lock function is disengaged by one of the following actions: − The active control unit unlocks the other ones and makes them “inactive” by another double press on the STBY button. It also displays the icon before it returns to the normal active state. − The system is switched OFF by any control unit (press STBY for 2-3 seconds). 2.22 User Set-up Menu In the AP16, all modes except NFU have a complemental User Set-up menu.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot STANDBY Mode Backlight The backlight of the display and buttons may be adjusted to 10 levels (10 = brightest). The setting is stored when the system is turned off. Adjustment is local to the control unit you adjust or synchronized with other units in the Simrad Group (page 116). NAV source Select the source for NAV mode steering e.g. CP34. NAV WIND This setup will configure the active mode under the NAV WIND button.
Operation Wind, RACING parameters If ‘Wind setup’ is set to ‘RACING’ in the Installation/Dockside menu (see page 92), more settings are available as ‘Wind’ parameters: • WIND Apparent • WIND True • WIND Auto Default: WIND Auto ‘WIND Apparent’ is selected when you only want to steer to apparent wind. Apparent wind steering is preferred when you want to achieve maximum boat speed. The autopilot will try to maintain a constant apparent wind angle to get maximum thrust from a given trim of the sails.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot autopilot will calculate its own layline towards the waypoint and follow that. Layline steering is not active when turning, tacking or gybing. ‘XTE’ will be displayed in the upper left corner under the mode index when layline steering is active (page 36).
Operation Manual source select Step through the list of sources using the PORT 1 or STBD 1 button. Select the wanted source by using the PORT 10 or STBD 10 button. – – indicates that no source is supplying the data available. Notes ! 1. Simrad products will be identified by the product name provided the data is available on SimNet. If data is provided via an NMEA0183 port on the autopilot computer, the display will read NMEA-1 or NMEA-2. NMEA2000 products will have a special ID. 2.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot Water Speed Select the source for water speed (normally the same as the source providing Log data). Water temperature Select the source for water temperature (normally the same as the source providing depth data). DisLog Select the Log source. Depth Select the source for depth data. Instrument Select Select the instrument page(s) to be available under the INFO/SETUP button. Step through the list of instrument pages by using the PORT 1 or STBD 1 button.
Operation AUTO Mode Settings that are added for the AUTO and WIND modes are shown below. Other relevant settings are described under STANDBY mode in this chapter. Response The Autotune function in the AP16 is so refined that 80-85 % of the boats will need no further adjustments of the steering parameters. On some boats, however, or at particular sea conditions a fine tuning of the steering parameters may improve the performance of the autopilot. The Response control allows you to make this fine tuning.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot Nav/Wind setting, see page 40 RACING parameters, see page 41 Source select, see page 42 NAV Mode The User setup for NAV mode is similar to the User setup for AUTO mode. It does however not include the Nav/Wind and the Source select items. WIND Mode The User setup menu for WIND mode is the same as for NAV mode.
Operation 2.23 INFO menu A number of instrument pages are available under each mode screen if the required NMEA 0183 sentences are provided (see paragraph 8.1) or the information is available on SimNet (see page 116). The INFO menu is accessed by a single press on the INFO/SETUP button (not necessary if the unit is inactive).
Simrad AP16 Autopilot Depth/Speed Depth Speed through water Speed Over Ground Apparent wind Wind angle Wind Speed Rudder angle True wind Wind angle Wind Speed VMG to wind Wind direction True wind speed Wind shift angle Track data Waypoint name Bearing Position – Waypoint Cross Track Error Nav data Waypoint name Bearing Position – Waypoint Course Over Ground Distance to waypoint Position Latitude Longitude 48 20221560F
Operation Sea Temperature If you prefer not to have all instrument pages available in the INFO menu, you may remove pages under the User setup menu. See page 39. Return to last instrument screen by a simple press on the INFO/SETUP button. Course knob icon Initially when the INFO menu is accessed an icon will replace the mode index to tell that no course changes or other course related settings can be made unless you press a mode key.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot INFO menu flowchart 1 1 11 12 1 10 2 9 3 8 4 7 6 5 3-5 sec. time-out Toggle 1 3-5 sec.
Operation INFO menu and Main screen active unit INFO-menu Main screen 10 10 1 1 11 12 1 2 10 9 7 Note ! 3-5 sec. time out 3 4 8 6 5 Whenever the INFO menu is active and the mode index is present on an active unit, operating the PORT and STBD buttons will immediately make the main screen reappear. INFO menu and Main Screen, inactive unit Previous INFO page 1 1 Next INFO page Last shown INFO page You can view the INFO pages without activating the unit.
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Installation 3 INSTALLATION 3.1 General This section provides detailed information required to successfully installing AP16 Autopilot system.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot d) Automatic tuning e) Viewing parameters 9. Test Autopilot Operation at Sea (refer to Sea Trial instructions, pages 99, 118) 10. Provide the user with training (Page 119) 3.3 Unpacking and handling Care should be taken when unpacking and handling the equipment. A visual inspection should be made to see that the equipment has not been damaged during shipment and that all components and parts are present according to the packing list.
Installation Notes! 1. On boats powered by outboards or stern drives it may be difficult to install a rudder feedback unit (chapter 3.6 and 3.27). Use of the Virtual feedback algorithms in the software may then be preferred as this requires no installation of a rudder feedback unit (page 95). The Virtual Feedback can be used on boats up to 40 ft. 2. In order to benefit from the virtual feedback technology your autopilot system must be using a Simrad rate compass for heading information. 3.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot transmission link. The slots enable maximum flexibility to provide the 1:1 mechanical linkage relationship. Note ! Do not try to remove the transmitter arm from the feedback unit. The unit is factory adjusted and need no further adjustment at installation than described below. As a starting point, it is desirable to set the transmitter rod to the inner limit of the outer slot if possible. (Refer to Figure 3-2).
Installation Note ! Due to space limitations, it may be necessary to cut the length of the transmitter rod to move the RF300 closer to the rudder post. Tighten the mounting screws for both the RF300 feedback unit and the transmitter rod ball joint. Observe the RF300 while someone turns the helm wheel through the complete travel from full port to full stbd. rudder to verify that the mechanical linkage to the RF300 is not obstructed. AUTOPILOT COMPUTER MAIN PCB RF RF + Rudder Feedb.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot 3.8 Cable connections Use only shielded cables. This includes Mains input, drive units and if necessary for the extension of the RF300 Rudder Feedback cable. The clutch/bypass cable and the solenoid cable should be 1,5 mm2 (AWG14). Signal cables should be 0.5 mm2 (AWG20) twisted pairs. The mains supply cable and the drive unit motor cable should have sufficient wire gauge. This will minimize voltage drop and allow the drive unit to operate at full power.
Installation Note! The Mains input is not polarity protected on AC40.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot 3.10 Drive unit installation The relations between drive units, drive unit voltage, autopilot computer, drive performance and interface to the steering gear are shown in the tables below. Refer to the connecting diagram for the different drive units on page 62 onwards. Installation instruction for the drive units are found in the manual for the individual units. The maximum drive current capability of the AC10, AC20 and AC40 autopilot computers are different.
Installation LINEAR DRIVE UNITS MOTOR VOLTS AUTOPILOT COMPUTER MAX STROKE mm (in.) PEAK THRUST kg (lb.) MAX RUDDER TORQUE Nm (lb.in.) HARDOVER TIME sec. (30% load) PWR. CONSUMP. TILLER ARM mm (in.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot PREVIOUS MODELS OF DRIVE UNITS Model Autopilot Drive unit computer voltage Input voltage (Mains) Drive output Interface to steering gear 12,24,32V Proportional rate Hydraulic plumbing Solenoid valves, on/off Hydraulic plumbing RPU100 (1,0l) RPU150 (1,5l) RPU200 (2,0l) (Reversible hydraulic pump) RPU1 (1,4/2,0l) RPU3 (3,8/5,0l) AC20 AC20 AC20 12V 12V 24V AC10 AC10 12V, 24V 24V, 24V MRD100 (Reversible mechanical drive) AC40 AC20 12V 24V 12,24,32V 24,32V 12V to clutch 2
Installation Connecting a hydraulic linear drive HYDRAULIC LINEAR DRIVE AUTOPILOT COMPUTER POWER PCB TB1 TB2 TB3 TB4 TB5 TB6 TB7 Sol. -Motor Sol. -Motor Drive Engage Single pole clutch/bypass switch Figure 3-6 Connecting a hydraulic linear drive Connecting a solenoid valve AUTOPILOT COMPUTER SOLENOID VALVE POWER PCB TB1 TB2 TB3 TB4 TB5 TB6 Sol. -Motor Sol. gnd Sol. gnd Sol. -Motor Sol. TB7 Sol.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot 3.11 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. If this is not possible, make sure the units are always covered with the white protection cover when not used. Caution ! Do not install the control unit where moisture at the rear can be present. It could cause damage by entering the breathing hole or by coming into contact with the electrical connectors.
Installation − Apply the front panel corners. − Use the two locking knobs to assemble the cradle with the left and right brackets and adjust the control head to best viewing angle. − Connect the Robnet2 cable(s) to the control unit connector(s). Figure 3-8 AP16 Bracket mounting 3.12 ROBNET2 network cables As Robnet units have two Robnet2 connectors (blue) they can be used as "jack points" for further expansion of the system. There are no dedicated "in" or "out" connectors.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot When installing a system, try to minimize total Robnet2 cable length by connecting all Robnet2 units to the nearest available Robnet2 connector. Total length of Robnet2 cable installed in a system should not exceed 50 m (165').
Installation AP16 CONTROL UNIT REAR VIEW AUTOPILOT COMPUTER MAIN PCB TB15 On-Off Vsys Vsys+ Bus+ Bus Bn Wh Pnk Gry Yel ROBNET Connect to any of the two Robnet2 connectors Figure 3-11 Control unit connection J1 and J2 (left) are Robnet2 connectors. J3 and J4 are SimNet connectors. AP27 connection If a Simrad AP27 is part of the system, use the JP27 Jack Point and connect as shown on Figure 3-9.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot mounting location. As the heading is displayed on the AP16 Control Unit, the heading sensor can be mounted at a remote location. The RFC35 compass can be mounted on deck or bulkhead, athwartship or alongship. The heading offset feature in the AP16 will compensate for the mechanical offsets that may be a result of the selected location and orientation of the RFC35.
Installation RFC35 FLUXGATE COMPASS AUTOPILOT COMPUTER MAIN PCB HSHS+ Heading Sensor * * NON POLARIZED (COLOR INDEPENDENT) Figure 3-13 RFC35 connection 3.14 RC36 Rate Compass installation (Optional) The RC36 Rate Compass also contains a magnetic heading sensor, which means you have to take the same precautions at installation as for the standard RFC35 (see previous page).
Simrad AP16 Autopilot 3.16 JS10 Joystick Refer to separate installation instructions supplied with the JS10 Joystick. 3.17 S35 NFU Lever installation The unit is mounted to a bulkhead or panel by two screws from the front. The cable is connected to the junction unit according to Figure 3-15. Interchange the Port and Stbd wires to the screw terminals if necessary to make the direction of the lever movement coincide with the direction of the rudder movement.
Installation The NMEA0183 output may also drive Simrad IS15 instruments directly. The different connecting diagrams on the following pages illustrate the interface possibilities of the autopilots. 3.19 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.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot The SimNet network has to be terminated according to the number and type of products connected. In a small system consisting of maximum 5 SimNet products and a total length of 5 m SimNet cable you only need the SimNet power cable with built in termination (red disc on cable plug). On larger systems you will also need a termination at the other end of the chain. For additional information about SimNet ask for the separate SimNet Manual.
Installation COM BI COM BI SIM RA D IS1 2 LIGHT ALARM TIMER UPPER INFO LIGHT ALARM TIM ER UPPER INFO SIM RAD IS12 SIM RA D IS1 2 SIM RAD IS12 LOWER INFO DATA COM BI LOWER INFO LIGHT ALARM TIMER UPPER INFO LOWER INFO LIGHT PAGE UPPER INFO LOWER INFO STBY PWR AUTO NAV WIND DODGE INFO Figure 3-18 SimNet network, medium system Notes ! 1. Maximum total length of SimNet cable is 40 m (130 ft.) excluding the 30 m (99 ft.) of masthead cable. 2.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot COM BI STBY PWR INFO SETUP NAV WIND SIM RAD IS12 10 10 AUTO 1 TURN DODGE 1 LIGHT ALARM TIM ER UPPER INFO DATA COM BI SIM RAD IS12 SIM RAD IS12 LOWER INFO LIGHT ALARM TIM ER UPPER INFO LOWER INFO LIGHT PAGE UPPER INFO LOWER INFO Figure 3-19 Robnet2 and SimNet network * The wind transducer has a built in terminator 74 20221560F
Installation Figure 3-20 Robnet2, SimNet and Roblink network Notes ! 1. Maximum total length of SimNet cable is 60 m (196 ft.) excluding the 30 m (99 ft.) of masthead cable. 2. It is not necessary to connect all autopilot control units to SimNet for data sharing. However, if you want to have full redundancy and SimNet control, e.g. select sources, you have to connect the actual unit to SimNet. 3. AT15 is a NMEA0183/SimNet converter for the IS15 Instrument system. IS15 makes no load on SimNet. 4.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot 3.20 Single NMEA input/output NAV RECEIVER OR PLOTTER (NMEA talker) AUTOPILOT COMPUTER MAIN PCB TB13 TB14 Gnd RX1+ RX1 Sys. sel. Vbat+ TX1 TX1+ NMEA listener NMEA Input 1 NMEA Output1 Note IS15 RUDDER IS15 COMPASS RADAR Figure 3-21 Single NMEA connection Caution ! 3.21 If an IS15 Instrument is powered from TB14 Vbat+ and Gnd, please observe that Vbat output voltage will follow mains supply voltage. IS15 Compass can only operate on 12V.
Installation 3.22 NMEA output on Port 2 Output signal Output terminal Output sentence Continuous output of compass heading at 10 Hz (10x/sec.) Rudder angle output at 5 Hz NMEA format Autopilot Computer Power PCB. NMEA2, TX2+, TX2– HDT (True) or HDG (Magn.) depending on heading source. RSA Rudder angle 3.23 NMEA Compass input AC20/AC40 AUTOPILOT COMPUTER POWER PCB TB8 NMEA COMPASS TB9 TB10 RX2+ RX2 NMEA Input2 Figure 3-23 NMEA compass connection Notes ! 1.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot 3.24 Radar Clock/Data SIMRAD/ ANRITSU OR FURUNO RADAR AC20/AC40 AUTOPILOT COMPUTER POWER PCB TB8 TB9 TB10 Clk_c Clk_h Data_h Data_c R adar Figure 3-24 Radar Clock/Data connection 3.25 IS15 Instrument installation For installation and operation of the IS15 instruments refer to separate manuals. There are two options for interfacing the IS15 SimNet (see page 70) and NMEA0183.
Installation If IS15 Expander is used in the instrument system, the NMEA connections are made to this unit. See Figure 3-26. Figure 3-25 IS15 Instruments / Autopilot computer connection Figure 3-26 IS15 Expander / Autopilot computer connection 3.26 External Alarm The external alarm circuit has an open collector output for an external alarm relay or buzzer (not on AC10). The operating voltage for the circuit is the main supply voltage. Max. load on external alarm output is 0.9 Amp.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot AUTOPILOT COMPUTER POWER PCB TB6 TB7 TB8 TB9 Ext. alarm Figure 3-27 External alarm connection 3.27 Caution ! LF3000 Linear Feedback The rod of the LF3000 is not locked in place in the cylinder. Pay attention as it may slip out of its housing and end up on the seabed. The LF3000 is a waterproof feedback unit. It has a 300 mm (11,8") stroke and comes with a special mounting bracket which secures the LF3000 to the cylinder of the existing outboard drive unit.
Installation Turn the helm slowly by hand to the stop on either side, check that the rod does not bind up in any direction. Make a “drip nose” (c) on the cable to the unit and clamp the cable to allow full engine movement to port and starboard.
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Configuration and setup 4 CONFIGURATION AND SETUP 4.1 First time turn on Before attempting to turn on the AP16 and perform an Installation Setup, the hardware installation and electrical connections must be completed in accordance with the installation instructions. The design of the AP16 includes advanced features that have simplified the installation and setup of an autopilot. Note ! If the autopilot is going to use Virtual feedback (page 55) you must first go to page 95.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot 4.2 Note ! Description of Installation Settings The installation settings must be performed as part of the installation of the AP16 system. Failure to do so correctly may prohibit the AP16 from functioning properly! The Installation menu can only be accessed in STBY mode.
Configuration and setup selected values. Once the value is changed, it is stored until the next time the menu item is selected and changed. − The Installation Settings are global except for display units and language, enabling settings to be distributed to all control units in the system. − The Seatrial settings are dependent on successful completion of the Dockside settings. 4.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot INSTALLATION MENU ENTER INSTALLATION MENU BY PRESSING AND HOLDING THE SETUP BUTTON FOR 5 SECONDS SYMBOLS 10 10 LANGUAGE MENU 10 LANGUAGE ENGLISH DEUTSCH FRANCAIS 10 ESPANOL ITALIANO NEDERLANDS SVENSKA NORSK 1 1 Mode in STBY ? PROCEED TO NEXT MENU ITEM BY PRESSING STBD 1 BUTTON 1 REVERT TO PREVIOUS MENU ITEM 1 10 1 DOCKSIDE MENU 10 Yes SELECT OR CONFIRM BOAT TYPE DRIVE UNIT VOLTAGE RUDDER CAL STBD RUDDER CAL PORT RUDDER TEST? DRIVE ENGAGE RUDDER DEADBAND WIND SETUP
Configuration and setup Language selection To access the language selection in the Installation Menu, confirm “Yes” by pressing the STBD 10 button. The AP16 can present the display text in eight different languages: English, Deutsch, Francais, Espanol, Italiano, Nederlands, Svenska and Norsk. Press the STBD 10 or PORT 10 buttons to select language. Continue to next item in the menu by pressing the STBD 1 button, or leave the menu by pressing the STBY button. 4.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot − Wind shift limit Select STANDBY mode and enter the Installation Menu as previously described. Select Dockside by pressing STBD 1 button and confirm by pressing the STBD 10 button. Boat type Actual boat type is selected by pressing the STBD 10 or PORT 10 buttons. The options are: Planing, Displacement, Sail and Outboard. Type of boat selected will affect the steering parameters, and the functions available in the autopilot system. Select appropriate Boat type and press STBD 1 button.
Configuration and setup the output voltage to the solenoids will be the same as the input voltage. Proceed to next menu item by pressing STBD 1 button. Rudder Feedback Calibration Make sure the RF300 is installed and aligned as pr. instruction in section 3.6 (or eventually section 3.27 for LF3000). This function enables you to compensate for any non-linearity in the transmission between the rudder and the rudder feedback. Confirm Rudder feedback calibration to STBD by pressing the STBD 10 button.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot Rudder zero may still be inaccurate and should be adjusted later during sea trial. Proceed to next menu item by pressing STBD 1 button. Rudder Test Note ! If the boat uses power assisted steering, it is important that the engine or electric motor used to enable the power assist steering be turned on prior to this test. Bring the rudder manually to midship position before starting the test.
Configuration and setup speed on automatic steering (Maximum speed is used in NFU mode). The screen also tells whether a clutch is installed or not. If the Automatic rudder test fails, refer to ”Alarms” beginning on page 124 Test of LF3000/LFI3000 Mk2 feedback 1. Align engines to centre position; “zero rudder”. 2. Rev engines to 3-4000 rev/min and observe the rudder angle indicator on the autopilot, a 2° change in the reading should be accepted. 3.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot Rudder Deadband The rudder deadband function is adaptive and is continuously operative. It prevents the rudder from hunting and the adaptive function optimizes the deadband to the speed of the boat and the pressure on the rudder. If the auto-setting does not perform properly due to high inertia from the wheel or a loose steering gear, it can be adjusted manually. Adjust the Rudder deadband using the STBD 10 and PORT 10 buttons.
Configuration and setup Minimum wind angle (NORMAL) The ‘Minimum wind angle’ is the minimum apparent wind angle that will keep the sails well shaped and give an acceptable thrust. This parameter will vary from boat to boat. The ‘Minimum wind angle’ applies in the tack-prevent function. It also applies when the autopilot is navigating in Wind mode. Use the STBD 10 and PORT 10 buttons to adjust.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot Tack time (RACING) When performing a tack in WIND-mode, the rate of turn can be limited. This will give single handed sailors time to handle the boat and the sails during a tack. The tack time is the time needed for the sailor to initiate the tack, start using the winches and haul the foresail from one side to the other. A turn performed without shifting wind side, will also be made at a reduced turn rate.
Configuration and setup Dockside settings when configured for Virtual Feedback The Virtual Feedback algorithms in the autopilot software enable your autopilot to steer without having to mount a conventional rudder feedback unit. These algorithms are designed for vessels up to 40 ft. powered by outboard or stern drives only. Installing a feedback unit, however, will always enhance the performance of an autopilot and provide an accurate rudder angle indicator on the autopilot display.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot as a numerical value equal to the physical rudder angle observed at the hard over position. Use the STBD 10 or PORT 10 buttons to enter the starboard and port rudder angle. Rudder test Activate the automatic rudder test by pressing the STBD 10 button. While observing the rudder position, use the wheel to center the rudder. Confirm by pressing the STBD 10 button. The next step is to enter the correct direction of the rudder movement. Press and hold the TURN/DODGE button.
Configuration and setup Press and hold the TURN/DODGE button. Release the button when the rudder reaches the port hard over position. The rudder will now be automatically centered. Note! The reading in the rudder angle display is not showing a rudder angle, only the direction of the rudder movement. The Rudder test is verified by the display showing ‘Motor OK’ or ‘Failed’. If ‘Failed’ is given, check for correct electrical connection.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot 4.5 Interface Settings Sets the format of the clock/data output for radars connected to the Autopilot Computer. Step to the Interface part of the Installation Menu. Press the STBD 10 button to access the Interface Setup items. Use the PORT 10 or STBD 10 buttons to select the connected type of radar. Note! This setting is not available in the AC10 Autopilot Computer. 4.6 Display units Select Display units by pressing STBD 1 button and confirm by pressing the STBY 10 button.
Configuration and setup Exit the Display units menu by pressing STBD 1 button to proceed to the Sea trial menu, or press STBY to return to normal AP16 operation. 4.7 Caution ! Sea Trial The Sea-trial must always be performed in open waters at a safe distance from other traffic. The Sea-trial menu can only be accessed if the Dockside Settings are completed and confirmed.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot Set Rudder zero (Not applicable when configured for Virtual feedback) This adjustment should be made in calm sea and side forces from wind or current should be avoided. − − − − − Bring the boat up to cruising speed, and head directly into the wind. If the boat has twin engines, synchronize the engine RPM's. Set the trim tabs and stabilizers to have no effect on the boats heading. Steer the boat manually on a steady course.
Configuration and setup Minimum rudder Some vessels may have a tendency of not responding to small rudder commands around the “course keeping” position because of a small rudder, a rudder deadband or whirls/disturbance of the water-stream passing the rudder. By turning the Minimum Rudder function ‘On’, it may improve the course keeping performance on some boats, but will increase the rudder activity. Turn the minimum rudder on by pressing the STBD 10 button. Range: OFF-ON.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot Before you start the compass calibration, make sure you have enough open water around you to make a full turn with the boat. The calibration should be done in calm sea conditions and with minimal wind to obtain good results. Use about 60-90 seconds to make a full circle. Increase speed: >>>>>> Decrease speed: <<<<<< Appropriate speed: > < 1. Select the ‘Calibration’ item on the display 2. Begin turning the boat (port or starboard). 3.
Configuration and setup Lubber line Lubber line Magnitude of local field in % of earth’s magnetic field. Direction of local field with respect to lubber line. It can also be on the reciprocal. Note ! In certain areas and at high latitudes the local magnetic interference becomes more significant and heading errors exceeding ±3° may have to be accepted. Compass Offset After calibration, also check the compass readout against a known reference, a compensated compass or a bearing.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot Note ! If an OFFSET still exists after having compensated for it, one of the following problems may still exist: • The heading reference to which you are comparing the compass is not correct. • The automatic calibration is not correct. Refer to above “Compass deviation”. Proceed to the next menu item by pressing the STBD 1 button, or return to Standby mode by pressing the STBY button.
Configuration and setup and boat speed inputs to achieve the correct apparent wind angle. Increasing the ‘Wind damping’, will make the AWF depend more on heading and boat speed to calculate the correct apparent wind angle. Decreasing the ‘Wind damping’, will make the AWF depend more on the “raw” apparent wind angle data. The boat speed input to the AWF is primarily Speed Over Ground (SOG). If this is not available, the AWF will use speed through water.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot Automatic tuning is an optional procedure that is not required for the AP16 to function. The AP16 is preset with steering parameters that should steer most boats in the 30 - 80 foot range. It is, however, recommended to perform an automatic turning as part of the sea trial. Recommended speed during Automatic tuning varies with the type of boat, but should not exceed 10 knots.
Configuration and setup Proceed to the next menu item by pressing the STBD 1 button, or return to Standby mode by pressing the STBY button. Transition Speed The transition speed is the speed where the AP16 will automatically change the steering parameter set from HI to LO parameters, or vice versa (page 22). The default setting of transition speed is 5 kts.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot NAV change limit In NAV mode, when the required course change at the approaching waypoint is more than the set limit, you are prompted to verify that the upcoming course change is acceptable. The limit can be set to 10°, 20° or 30°. Default: 10° Rudder play compensation (Only applicable when configured for Virtual feedback) Notes! 1.
Configuration and setup This adjustment must be made when steering in dead calm sea. Confirm by pressing the STBD 10 button. Note! This menu item can also be accessed directly in Auto mode. Press and hold the INFO/SETUP button until this display appears. The vertical bar is the lubber line (bow). Observe the number of arrows to each side of the bar while the autopilot is working; one > = 1° off course.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot performing an Automatic tuning. The parameters are divided into two sets (page 23): • HI value parameters for automatic steering at low speed and when running with a sailboat. • LO value parameters for automatic steering at high speed and when sailing into the wind or reaching with a sailboat. Step through the menu items by pressing the STBD 1 or PORT 1 buttons. Adjust the value by using the STBD 10 or PORT 10 buttons.
Configuration and setup Rudder sets the rudder gain which is the ratio between the commanded angle and the heading error. Course to steer Too little Rudder Course to steer Too much Rudder − − − Note ! Too little Rudder and the autopilot fail to keep a steady course. Too much Rudder gives unstable steering and reduces speed. Low speed requires more rudder than high speed. See also “Minimum Rudder” on page 101. Counter Rudder is the parameter that counteracts the effect of the boats turn rate and inertia.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot New course Correct setting of counter rudder, ideal response Autotrim standard value is 40 sec. which should work well on most boats. Rudder Limit should be kept at 20 degrees unless there is a need for more rudder when performing dockside maneuvers. Recall Autotuned? To recall the parameter values that were achieved during the Automatic tuning procedure, press the STBD 10 button. When parameter values are recalled, Confirmed is displayed.
Configuration and setup Select System data by pressing the STBY 10 button. System Data Menu Steer compass Steering Compass readout, M=Magnetic, T=True Rudder Rudder angle. Normally between zero and 45 degrees. Input voltage Mains voltage on input terminals. Drive out Power needed to drive the unit in percent of full (100%) to get satisfactory rudder speed. Clutch/bypass Verifies if a clutch or bypass valve has been activated when performing the rudder test.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot Select the screen by pressing the STBD 1 button and confirm by pressing the STBD 10 button. The menu provides you with status information about the different SimNet and/or NMEA messages used by the system. Decoding The incoming signals are decoded according to a built in priority table in the AP16. Cross Track Error and bearing information are taken from the NMEA messages with highest priority.
Configuration and setup • Open the source select page in the User Setup menu and check that data are available. • Check the navigator setup and make sure it is transmitting appropriate data. • Perform a NMEA Port Test (hardware) as per below. Note ! The “WIND” reading is the apparent wind from the port (L) or starboard (R). The “SPEED” reading is the speed through water. NMEA signal monitor Near the NMEA terminals in the Autopilot Computer you will find a green monitor LED marked “RX”.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot Proceed to the SimNet Setup menu by pressing the STBD 1 button, or press STBY to return to normal AP16 operation. SimNet setup Select the SimNet setup menu by pressing the STBD 1 button and confirm this by pressing the STBD 10 button. Sn 00000 is the unique SimNet ID number for the specific autopilot control unit. Group selection SIMRAD: Autopilot is part of the Simrad Group. Source selection will be common for the products in the group (synchronized).
Configuration and setup SimNet gateway Indicates which control unit that transmits and receives information on SimNet. The display verifies by reading ‘Yes’, all other units read ‘No’. Global SimNet reset Resets the entire SimNet setup in the Simrad Group and initiates a new automatic interface setup. See chapter 4.1. Master Reset Note ! A Master Reset is part of the final test at the factory, which will reset the memories to factory settings.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot Final sea trial After having completed all settings in the Installation Menu, take the boat out and perform a final sea trial in open waters at a safe distance from other traffic. . − Steer the boat on all cardinal headings in AUTO mode. − Start with low and medium speeds to get familiar with the response from the AP16. − Try the effect of LO and HI parameter settings.
Configuration and setup Providing user training The user should be instructed in the "basic" operational functions, such as: − Turning the system on and off − Changing modes. Explain briefly what takes place in the different modes. − Regaining manual control from any mode. Point out in what modes the helm is engaged by the autopilot (bypass/clutch). − Taking command at an "inactive" station, if applicable.
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Maintenance 5 MAINTENANCE 5.1 Control unit The AP16 Control Unit will under normal use require little maintenance. If the unit requires any form of cleaning, use fresh water and a mild soap solution (not a detergent). It is important to avoid using chemical cleaners and hydrocarbons such as diesel, petrol etc. Make sure that all open Robnet2 connectors are fitted with a protection cap.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot 5.6 Exchange of software programme Autopilot Computer Autopilot Computer EPROM Figure 5-1 AC10/AC20/AC40 Main PC-Board • Remove the EPROM from the socket by means of the special extraction tool (p/n 44139806). • Insert the tool by pressing the two grip pins down into the two slots in the corners of the socket. • Squeeze the tool and pull out the EPROM.
Maintenance Autopilot Control Unit You will need a special kit for a PC to perform the programming of the Control Unit. Order the following from Simrad: Programming kit P/N 22088595. Instructions are included. Software download connector Figure 5-2 Part of AP16 PCB Remove the cables and unscrew the screws that secure the back cover. Apply a firm pull with your fingers to pull the back cover loose from the connector pins. Then you have access to the software download connector.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot 6 TROUBLE SHOOTING An autopilot is a complex system. Its performance dependents on a proper installation and a successful sea trial. In the event of an autopilot failure, the AP16’s numerous test features will assist you in isolating a probable fault. Audible and visual alarm is provided for every fault being detected. The audible alarm is reset by pressing any button (e.g. by changing mode from AUTO to STANDBY).
Trouble shooting Display readout Shallow water (Only if AP25 is part of the system) Compass data missing Rudder feedback failure (not applicable for Virtual feedback installations) Rudder response failure Rudder too slow 20221560F Probable fault Recommended action The depth is inside 1. Carefully observe the actual the set limit or outside depth. the range. 2. Adjust the alarm limit if not Depth data is missing. hazardous. 3. Steer to safe depth, the alarm will reset automatically. 4.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot Display readout Probable fault Rudder test failed Following conditions may exist: a) Rudder feedback failure b) Autopilot Computer current overload c) Bypass/clutch overload Rudder moves in only one direction a) Poor connection to one of the solenoids (continuously running pump) b) Faulty Power PCB in autopilot computer Rudder test not completed within 2 min.
Trouble shooting Display readout Failure active Control Unit ACXX current overload Low 15 volt Probable fault Recommended action Active control unit 1. Press the STBY button on an goes silent. "Inactive" unit to reset. 2. Check/repair RobNet2 cable. 3. Replace the control unit PCB. The drive unit shut 1. Check the drive unit and drive unit down due to an installation/Manual steering/ excessive load or a Rudder. short circuit. 2. Disconnect the drive unit.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot Display readout Probable fault Recommended action Com. failure with Faulty Autopilot ACXX Computer or poor Robnet2 cable connections from the same. 1. Check Robnet2 connectors and cable. Low supply voltage 1. Verify in the System Data Menu Mains voltage less than 9 Volts 2. Replace Autopilot Computer Main PCB. 2. Switch autopilot off, charge batteries 3. Check/repair battery charger High supply voltage 128 AC20/AC40 Mains 1. Verify in the System Data Menu exceeds 44 V 2.
Spare parts list 7 SPARE PARTS LIST AP16 Control Unit 22087399 AP16 Control Unit 22088207 AP16 mounting kit consisting of: 22087589 Gasket 22084529 Cabinet corner 44165181 Screw 3,5x19 44165645 Screw 3,5x32 22088249 Optional mounting kit consisting of: 44141778 Screw M4x12 22087621 Cradle 22087605 Right bracket 22087613 Left bracket 22084859 Locking knob 44163145 Locking washer for left and right bracket 44163160 Cradle, locking washer 22087514 AP16 Sub Ass’y (incl.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot 22082036 22081350 22081368 AC40 Base plate Main cover Terminal cover RFC35 Electronic Fluxgate Compass 22086995 22081442 22081178 RFC35 Fluxgate Compass Installation accessories consisting of: 20104972 Mounting plate (2) 44140762 Screw 3.5x25 (2) 44140770 Screw 30x9 (4) 22081376 Plug (2) RFC35 PCB Ass'y RC36 Rate compass 22086920 22081442 22086938 24005647 RC36 Rate Compass Installation Accessories Consisting of: 20104972 Mounting plate (2) 44140762 Screw 3.
Spare parts list Robnet2 cables 24005613 Robnet2 cable, 1 m (3’) with two plugs 24005621 Robnet2 cable, 5 m (16’) with two plugs 24005639 Robnet2 cable, 10 m (33’) with two plugs 24005647 24005662 Robnet2 cable 15 m (49’) with one plug Robnet2, T-joint SimNet cables and accessories 24005829 SimNet cable 0.3 m (1’) 24005837 SimNet cable 2 m (6.6’) 24005845 SimNet cable 5 m (16.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot 8 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 8.1 AP16 Autopilot System Boat size and type:..................... Up to 80 feet, Power, Displacement, Sail Steering system types: ............... Hydraulic, Mechanical Inter-unit connection: ................ ROBNET network or two-wire supply/data System ON/OFF: ....................... From control units Supply voltage:.......................... See autopilot computers Power consumption: ..................
Technical specifications Heading sensors: Standard: ........................... RFC35 Electronic Fluxgate compass Options:............................. RC36 Rate Compass NMEA Compass (Not AC10) Simrad RGC50/RGC10 gyrocompasses * * By GI51 Course Selection:....................... Rotary course dial and push button Alarms: ...................................... Audible and visual, optional external Alarm modes: ............................ Off course, system failures, overload Steering modes: ................
Simrad AP16 Autopilot Display: Type: ................................. Backlit LCD matrix display Resolution: ........................ 160 x 128 pixels Colour: ....................................... Black Illumination: .............................. Adjustable in 10 steps Environmental Protection:......... IP56 from front, IP43 from back. Safe distance to compass: .......... 0.5 m (1.6 ft.) Temperature: Operating: ......................... 0 to +55 °C (+32 to +130 °F) Storage: .............................
Technical specifications 8.3 Autopilot Computers Dimensions: ............................... See Figure 8-2 and Figure 8-3 Weight: AC10/AC20 ...................... 1,3 kg (2,9 lbs.) AC40................................. 2,8 kg (6,2 lbs) Supply voltage: AC10................................. 10-28V DC AC20/AC40 ...................... 10-40V DC Reverse voltage protection ........ Yes (not AC40) Power consumption: .................. 5 Watt (electronics) Motor / solenoid drive: AC10:..........................
Simrad AP16 Autopilot Figure 8-2 AC10/AC20 Autopilot Computer - Dimensions Figure 8-3 AC40 Autopilot Computer - Dimensions 136 20221560F
Technical specifications 8.4 RFC35 Fluxgate compass Dimensions: ............................... See Figure 8-4 Weight: ...................................... 0,9 kg (2,0 lbs) Supply and output:..................... Polarity independent 2-wire supply with superimposed pulse width modulation Automatic Performance: Calibration: ....................... Automatically activated by control head Gain compensation: .......... Automatically adjusted continuously Repeatability:............................. ± 0.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot 8.5 RC36 Rate compass Dimensions: ............................... Same as RFC35. See Figure 8-4 Weight: ...................................... 0,9 kg (2,0 lbs) Supply and interface:................. Robnet Power consumption: .................. 0,9 watts Automatic Performance: Calibration: ....................... Automatically activated by control head .... Gain compensation: .......... Automatically adjusted continuously Rate sensor stabilized heading output Accuracy:...............
Technical specifications Frequency resolution: ....... Centre: 3400 Hz, 20 Hz/degree of change Linearity:........................... ± 3 degrees up to 45 degrees of rudder Transmission link: ..................... Stainless 350mm (13.8") with 2 ball joints. Ball joint stud for rudder arm requires 4.2mm diameter hole and 5mm tap.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot 8.7 R3000X Remote Control Dimensions: .... See Figure 8-7 Weight:............ 0,4 kg (0,9 lbs) Material:.......... Epoxy coated aluminum Protection ........ IP56 Safe distance to compass: 0.15 m (0.5 ft.) Temperature range: Operation: ...–25 to +55 °C (–13 to +130 °F) Storage: .......–30 to +70 °C (–22 to + 158 °F) Cable length: ... 7 m, shielded Mounting bracket:....... Supplied Figure 8-7 R3000X - Dimensions 8.8 JS10 Joystick Dimensions: .........................................
Technical specifications 8.9 IS15 Rudder Dimensions: ............................... See Figure 8-9 Weight: ...................................... 225 grams Material:..................................... Environmental Protection:......... IP56 from front, IP44 from rear Power requirement: .................. 12/24 VDC, 70 mA (100 mA max with max lighting) Safe distance to compass: .......... 0.15 m (0.5 ft.) Temperature: Operating: ........ –0 to +55°C (+32 to +130°F) Storage: ............................
Simrad AP16 Autopilot Figure 8-9 IS15 Rudder - Dimensions 8.10 SimNet Maximum number of products connected in a network:...................................... 50 Maximum cable length: ............. .........................................................120 m (400’) Bit rate of the bus: ..................... ....................................................250 Kbit/second Maximum DC current through a single SimNet plug ......................................... 5A SimNet power supply: ...............
Technical specifications 8.11 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.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot 8.12 NMEA and SimNet messages Accept. cond. (N=nav. flag, P= pos.
Technical Specifications Remarks: 3 2 6 2 3 1 4 3 3 6 3 3 4 4 5 2 2 x x 2 x x 20221560F x x c 1 1 1 2 3 1 2 2 2 2 1 3 1 3* 1 3 1 2 1 x x x x 10 10 x x 3 4 x x 2 x x 5 10 10 OutACXX n d d d d d d d d x d d d d x d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d 2 3 x x 2 n AP27 n AP26 n N* N* N N N N AP25 n N n AP16 n P P* N
Simrad AP16 Autopilot Rudder angle Wind Data Apparent wind angle 1) Apparent wind speed 1) True wind angle True wind speed Depth Data Depth ref transducer Transducer-Keel Offset Speed Data Distance Log Data Temperature Data Speed through water 1) Log distance and trip Water temperature Position Data Present position Lat, Lon 1) COG 1) Magnetic variation SOG 1) Navigation Data To-wp position 1) To-wp ident.
Technical Specifications Remarks: 1 x* x* x* 20221560F x Out Gateway 1 AP26 1 1 1 1 1 AP25 C AP16 N N 127237 65357* 129284 129283 Indata use d d d x d d d x d d d d d d d d d d d d x x x x d d d x In INFO views Depth+Offset is displayed if x offset is present d d d d d d x x x d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d d * SimNet proprietary x x x x x x x x x x x x *Only transmitted if NMEA183/RC36/RFC35 is source 147
Simrad AP16 Autopilot 9 GLOSSARY Apparent wind – The speed and direction from which the wind appears to blow with reference to the bow when the boat is moving (also called relative wind). Arrival alarm – An alarm signal issued by a GPS/chartplotter that indicates arrival at or at a predetermined distance from a waypoint. (see arrival circle). Arrival circle – An artificial boundary placed around the destination waypoint of the present navigation leg, the entering of which will signal an arrival alarm.
Glossary Magnetic variation - A magnetic compass points to the magnetic north pole. The difference between this direction and true north is the magnetic variation. The amount and direction of this variation is dependent upon where on the earth you are located. NMEA0183 - A format (language) designed to permit communication between various types of marine electronic equipment. In essence this is a two-wire shielded, serial data link, permitting one device to talk while other devices listen.
Simrad AP16 Autopilot True bearing – Bearing relative to true north; compass bearing corrected for compass error. True heading – Heading relative to true north (the meridian). Waypoint - A discrete point, stored in a navigator, located on the surface of the earth. Normally this point will be identified by Lat/Lon coordinates although in some systems it may be shown by T.D.'s. XTE - Cross Track Error - Used to identify a vessels position relative to a straight line drawn between two waypoints.
Index 10 INDEX offset, 105 A alarm external, 79 listing, 124 apparent wind, 32, 41, 148 arrival circle, 29 auto setup, 83 automatic tuning, 105 autopilot computer depth offset, 105 depth source, 43 display units, 98 dockside settings, 87 dodging, 24 dodging in Nav mode, 30 drive engage, 91 drive out, 90 drive unit hydraulic pumps, 60 linear drive, 60 maintenance, 121 reversible pump, 62 solenoid valve, 63 stern drive, 18 voltage, 88 installation, 57 maintenance, 121 specifications, 135 autotrim, 112
Simrad AP16 Autopilot IP protection code, 143 R L racing, 37, 41 radar connection, 78 radar interface, 98 rate compass language, 87 layline, 37, 41 linear feedback installation, 80 lock function, 38 log source, 43 loopback, 115 installation, 69 specifications, 140 response, 45 rudder, 45, 105 M master reset, 84, 117 Minimum rudder, 101 minimum wind angle, 93 modes of operation auto, 21 navigating, 27 NoDrift, 26 standby, 16 wind, 31 multiple station, 38 N NAV change limit, 29, 108 NAV source, 40, 4
Index software program exchange, 123 software setup, 83 source manually update, 43 source update, 42 specifications, 132 steering lever installation, 70 system basic, 10 components, 10 specifications, 132 with options, 55 system data, 113 user set-up, 39 user training, 119 U-turn, 24 V Virtual feedback, 87, 95, 108 VMG, 37, 41 W water speed source, 43 water temperature source, 43 wind damping, 104 offset, 104 T tack angle, 93 tack time, 33, 94 tacking in auto mode, 25 in wind mode, 33 transition speed,
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