Operation Manual

Table Of Contents
Robertson AP300X Autopilot
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5.3 System Data Menu
The menu is accessed from the User Set up Menu (page 34). It provides
you with additional system data that can be useful when testing or
trouble shooting the system.
NMEA hardware test
On the main PCB in the junction unit disconnect three cables and
connect TX1+ to RX1+ and TX1– to RX1–. Similar on the Power PCB
connect the NMEA ports the same way (not available on J3000X).
Select the Loopback test menu(s) and verify that the hardware is OK. If
not, replace the corresponding PCB(s) to rectify.
- SETUP -
Compass Head.
242,9 M
Input voltage
14V
Rudder Ang.
10,4
SYSTEM DATA?
TOP
SYSTEM DATA
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Drive output
60%
Clutch/By-pass
Not installed
Loopback test
J3XX Port no.1
O.K.
Loopback test
J3XX Port no.2
O.K.
SYSTEM DATA
Filter Values
FC: 01s db: 03
State: Waves
Compass heading readout
M = Magnetic, G = Gyro (True)
Rudder angle. Normally between zero and 45 degrees.
Mains voltage on input terminals.
Power to drive unit in percentage of full (100%).
Verifies if clutch has been activated
when performing the rudder test.
See NMEA hardware test.
See NMEA hardware test.
Displays values set by the automatic
seastate filter.
FC = Filter time constant in seconds
db = Deadband in degrees to each side of set course.
Boat has to be outside db before autopilot responds.
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