Raymarine RAYPILOT 650 User Manual
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RayPilot 650 Control Unit
Owner’s Handbook
Document number: 81013-4
Date: July 2001
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Preface iii
Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction ............................................................1
1.1 Overview .................................................................................. 1
1.2 About this handbook .................................................................3
Important Information ..............................................................3
Chapter 2: Using the RayPilot 650 ...........................................7
2.1 Overview .................................................................................. 7
2.2 Auto mode .................................................................................8
Features .....................................................................................8
2.3 Navigation (Track) mode ..........................................................9
Features .....................................................................................9
2.4 Power steer ..............................................................................10
Features ...................................................................................10
2.5 Manual override (AutoRelease) - sterndrives only .................10
2.6 Display and keypad ................................................................. 11
Display ....................................................................................11
Keypad ....................................................................................11
Key functions ..........................................................................12
2.7 Response control .....................................................................18
Adjusting response – T ype 150G/400G ..................................18
Adjusting response – T ype s 150/400 and 100/300 ................. 19
2.8 Alarms and warnings ..............................................................20
Off Course alarm .....................................................................20
W aypoint Change alarm .............. ............................................20
Low Battery alarm ..................................................................21
No Drive alarm ........................................................................21
No Data alarm ......................................................................... 21
Data Invalid alarm ...................................................................22
Manual Override (AutoRelease) alarm ...................................22
Large XTE (Cross Track Error) alarm .................................... 22
2.9 Joystick operation ...................................................................23
Basic operation .......................................................................23
Proportional mode ..................................................................23
Bang-Bang mode ....................................................................25
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Chapter 3: Maintenance & Fault Finding ..............................27
3.1 Maintenance ........................................................................... 27
3.2 Servicing .................................................................................28
3.3 Product support ....................................................................... 28
Chapter 4: Installing the RayPilot 650 ..................................31
4.1 Planning the installation .........................................................31
4.2 Mounting the control unit .......................................................33
Location ..................................................................................33
Bracket mounting ................................................................... 34
Console mounting ...................................................................35
Cabling ....................................................................................36
4.3 Joystick installation (optional) ................................................37
Mounting ................................................................................ 37
Cabling ....................................................................................37
Chapter 5: Commissioning the Autopilot ............................39
5.1 Dockside checks ..................................................................... 39
Step 1 - Switch on ................................................................... 39
Step 2 - Check the SeaT alk and NMEA connections .............. 40
Step 3 - Check the autopilot operating sense ...........................40
Step 4 - Adjust basic autopilot settings ...................................43
5.2 Initial seatrial ..........................................................................46
Calibrating the compass .......................................................... 46
Adjusting autopilot settings .................................................... 49
Chapter 6: Adjusting Autopilot Settings ..............................55
6.1 T ype 150/150G and 400/400G course compu ters .................. 56
Accessing Calibration mode ................................................... 56
Calibration screens ................................................................. 56
Calibration defaults: T ypes 150/150G & 4 00/400G ............... 64
Calibration options: T ypes 150/150G & 400/400G ................65
6.2 Typ e 100/300 course computers ............................................. 66
Accessing Calibration mode ................................................... 66
Calibration screens ................................................................. 66
Dealer Calibration: default settings with T ype 100/300 ......... 73
Chapter 1: Introduction 1
Chapter 1: Introduction
1.1 Overview
Congratulations on the purchase of your RayPilot 650 autopilot
control unit from Raymarine. W e have developed the RayPilot 650 to
integrate simplified controls with a sophisticated p rocessor to bring
you superb steering, no matter what the conditions. The t otally
waterproof control unit has features such as:
• an illuminated keypad, which takes the guesswork out of
• a rotary course knob which allows you to make accurate course
• a large easy to read display that provides you with graphic
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night-time use
changes by as little as 1°
representations of rudder angle, cross track error and much more
The RayPilot 650 has these basic operating modes:
• Stan dby mode: autopilot off
• Auto mode: autopilot engaged and locked onto a heading
• Navigator (T rack) mode: autopilot on and maintaining a track
between two waypoints created on a navigation system
• Wind V ane mode: autopilot on and maintaining a course relative
to an apparent wind angle
• Power Steer mode: allows full control of the boat via the cour se
change knob
• Calibration mode: so you can adjust the aut opilot system to give
optimum performance on your boat
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The RayPilot 650 is SeaTalk™ compatible, allowing it to share
information with other SeaT alk instruments. This becomes useful for
some automatic adjustments made by the autopilot. For example,
when the RayPilot is connected to a speed instrument, the speed gain
link allows the RayPilot to adjust the amount of rudder applied
according to the speed of the boat.
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When connected to a SeaT alk navigation aid or chart plotter via its
built-in interface, the RayPilot 650 will track to your waypoint with
amazing accuracy.
The RayPilot 650 system can be expanded and enhanced with a
selection of options and accessories available from your Raymarine
dealer. These include: further full function stations, a hand-held
control unit, a joystick power steering lever or an auxiliary alarm.
SeaTalk and NMEA compatibility
The RayPilot 650 control unit is SeaTalk compatible, so it can share
data transmitted from other Raymarine SeaT alk instruments :
• wind information from a wind instrument can be used for
wind vane steering without the need to install a separate vane
• track information, from a navigator, can provide waypoint control
from the autopilot
• boat speed from a speed instrument can provide optimum track
keeping performance
• SeaT alk compatibility also allows additional fixed and hand-held
autopilot control units to be easily connected at secondary
steering and control positions
If the RayPilot 650 is used as part of a course computer sys tem, you
can connect NMEA 0183 transmitting equipment to the ports on the
course computer. W ith an optional SeaT alk/NMEA interface (part
number: E85001), you can also connect NMEA 0183 equipment to
the SeaTalk ports on the RayPilot 650.
EMC conformance
All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best
industry standards for use in the recreational marine environment.
The design and manufacture of Raymarine equipment and
accessories conform to the appropriate Electromagnetic
Compatibility (EMC) standards, but correct installation is required to
ensure that performance is not compromised.
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1.2 About this handbook
Part 1: Using the RayPilot 650
This part of the handbook explains how to use yo ur RayPilot 650:
Chapter 2: Using the RayPilot 650
2
How to use the RayPilot 650
Chapter 3: Maintenance & Fault Finding
3
Provides maintenance and fault finding information.
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Part 2: Installing the RayPilot 650
This part of the handbook explains how to inst all your RayPilot 650:
Chapter 4: Installing the RayPilot 650
4
How to install your RayPilot 650.
Chapter 5: Commissioning the Autopilot
5
How to check the autopilot and perform an initial sea trial.
Chapter 6: Adjusting Autopilot Settings
6
How to change the calibration settings.
Note: T his handbook contains important information about
installing, using and maintainin g your new Raymarine product. To
get the best from the product, please read this h andbook thoroughly.
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page 39
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Important Information
Warranty
T o register your new Raymarine product, please take a few min utes to
fill out the warranty card. It is important that you complete the owner
information and return the card to us to receive full warranty benefits.
Handbook information
T o the best of our knowledge, the information in this handbook was
correct when it went to press. However, Raymarine cannot accept
liability for any inaccuracies or omissions it may contain. In addition,
our policy of continuous product improv ement may change
specifications without notice. As a result, Raymarine cannot accept
liability for any differences between the product and th e handbook.
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Safety notices
WARNING: Product installation
This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance
with the instructions contained in this handbook. Failure to do so
could result in poor pr oduct performance, personal injury
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and/or damage to your boat.
WARNING: Electrical safety
Make sure the power supply is switched off befor e you make any
electrical connections.
WARNING: Navigation aid
Although we have designed this pr oduct to be accurate and
reliable, many factors can affect its performance. As a result, it
should only be used as an aid to n avigation and should never
replace common s ense and navigational judgement. A lways
maintain a permanent watch so you can respond t o situations as
they develop.
Y our Raymarine autopilot will add a new dim ension to your boating
enjoyment. However, it is the skipper’s responsibility to ensure the
safety of the boat at all times by following these basic rules:
• Ensure that someone is present at the helm A T ALL TIMES, to
take manual control in an emergency .
• Make sure that all crew members know how to disengage the
autopilot.
• Regularly check for other boats and any obstacles to navigation –
no matter how clear the sea may appear, a dangerous situation can
develop rapidly .
• Maintain an accurate record of the boat’s po sition by using either
a navigation aid or visual bearings.
• Maintain a continuous plot of your boat’s position on a current
chart. Ensure that the locked autopilot heading will steer the boat
clear of all obstacles. Make proper allowance for tidal set – the
autopilot cannot.
• Even when your autopilot is locked onto the desired track using a
navigation aid, always maintain a log and make regular positional
plots. Navigation signals can produce significant errors under
some circumstances and the autopilot will not be able to detect
these errors.
Part 1: Using the RayPilot 650
Part 1: Using the RayPilot 650
Part 1: Using the RayPilot 650
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Chapter 2: Using the RayPilot 650
2.1 Overview
This section of the manual provides instructions for the operation of
your RayPilot 650.
The section starts by explaining the information available on the
control head display . A key by key guide follows, which doubles as a
useful reference lookup once you are familiar with the pilot’s
operation.
Y ou should read and und erstand this operation manual thoroughly
before operating the pilot. Time spent in becoming familiar with this
unit will strengthen your knowledge and skill in using this ful l feature
autopilot where it counts...afloat.
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2.2 Auto mode
When the autopilot is in Auto mode it will maintain the boat on a
selected magnetic heading.
T o enter Auto mode, simply steer the boat onto the desired course and
then push
adjusting the knob so that the required new heading is displayed. The
RayPilot 650 will then automatically turn the boat onto the new
course. The maximum rate of turn is governed by a preset turn limit,
so even large course changes at speed are accomplished safely.
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Features
AUTO - it is that simple. Course changes can be made by
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In Auto mode, the RayPilot 650 displays the followin g information:
•
AUTO legend
• compass heading
• rudder angle
• boat speed (if available)
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2.3 Navigation (Track) mode
Navigation mode relies on the input of your waypoint or r oute of
waypoints to provide tracking to destinati ons. Navigation mode is the
ultimate autopilot facility . Set up a waypoint or route of waypoints on
your navigation aid and the pilot will now monito r cross track error
and automatically execute course changes to maintain the boat’s
heading towards the target waypoint.
W e have developed this combination with safety utmost in mind.
When you reach your target waypoin t, the RayPilot 650 will sound an
alarm and display the bearing to the next waypoint along with the
direction in which the boat will turn. Y ou then check to see the turn
can be made safely. Now press the
for the next waypoint. This assures that no sudden course changes are
made without your knowledge.
002
001
NAV key to turn the boat on course
003
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Features
In Navigation (T rack) mode, the RayPilot 650 displays the following
information:
•
• cross track error (XTE)
• target waypoint bearing, distance and number
• direction to steer
• boat speed (if available)
• locked compass heading
• rudder angle (selectable)
000
NAV legend
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2.4 Power steer
Power steer mode allows full control of the boat’s helm via the
course change knob. If you require helm to port simply rotate the
knob to port, helm to starboard turn the knob to st arboard. The
RayPilot 650 provides a continuous dis play of rudder position,
allowing you to position the helm accurately for steering in any
situation.
Features
In Power Steer mode, the RayPilot 650 di splays:
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•
POWER STEER legend
• compass heading and rudder angle
• boat speed (if available)
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2.5 Manual override (AutoRelease) - sterndrives only
Manual override is automatically enabled when vessel type 4
(sterndrive) is selected. It must only be used on in stallations fitted
with the stern drive actuator. When it has been selected, the RayPilot
can be overridden to allow hand steering by turning the steering
wheel. This will return the RayPilot to Standby mode and sound t he
control unit buzzer for 10 seconds.
There is a slight delay before the Raypilot will return to Standby .
Excessive force is not required and will not reduce this delay.
CAUTION:
The manual override is intended for emergency use only. The
RayPilot should normally be di sengaged by pressing
control unit.
STBY on the
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2.6 Display and keypad
Display
The RayPilot 650 display is designed to prov ide concise, clear
information. The display can be illuminated for night time operation.
Cross Track Error
or Rudder Angle
Selectable
Rudder/XTE
Boat Speed
Keypad
Autopilot
Mode
Heading
Alarms
Target Waypoint
Information
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The RayPilot 650 keypad is designed for quick and simple operation.
Each time a key is pressed a single audio beep confirms entry. The
6 keys have adjustable backlighting for night-time oper ation.
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Key functions
The following section describes the operation of each key and
provides a useful look-up reference.
AUTO
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• Momentary press to engage automatic steering and maintain
current heading.
• Momentary press in calibration will advance the display to the
next calibration feature.
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• Momentary press in Auto mode will reset the 4 minute watch
alarm timer (if running).
• Momentary press in compass correction mode will change
between compass correction and alignment.
STBY
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• Press to disengage the pilot for manual hand steering.
(The previous automatic heading will be memorized).
• Press and hold for 2 seconds to select rudder gain adjus tment.
• Press and hold for 4 seconds to select compass heading
alignment.
• Press and hold for 6 seconds to view software versi on.
• Press and hold for 16 seconds to access Calibration mo de.
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AUTO and STBY
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• Press AUTO and STBY together from any other mode to enter
Wind Vane mode
NAV
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• Momentary press (while in Auto or W ind V ane Mode) flashes the
display between bearing to waypoint and direction the vessel will
turn.
• Second press within 10 seconds of the first press will engage
Navigation (Track) mode and turn the pilot onto the bearing to the
first waypoint.
• Press and hold for 2 seconds to automatically select the next
waypoint in a route (Raychart or SeaT alk compatible
plotter/GPS). This will also advance the T arget waypoint on the
Raychart if equipped.
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RESP
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• Momentary press to display current rudder gain level.
• Press and hold for 2 seconds to display current response level.
• Y ou can then make temporary adjustments to the displayed
values using either:
LIGHTS ▼ to decrease the level
•
NAV ▲ to increase the level
•
• or the course change knob
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Note: Y ou can make permanent adjustments to response and rudder
gain in Calibration mode.
LIGHTS and RESP
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• Momentary press of LIGHTS and RESP together will switch on
the W atch Alarm timer (not available from Standby or Power
Steer modes).
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RESP and NAV
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• Momentary press of RESP and NAV together will switch the
display between cross track error and rudder angle (displayed
value and scale).
RESUME (PWR STR)
• From Standby mode:
• press to display the last automatic heading – the heading will
alternate with the direction you have to steer
• press again within 10 seconds to lock onto th e last automatic
heading
• From Wind Vane mode:
• press to display the last locked wind ang le and direction
• press again within 10 seconds to return
• Press
RESUME for 2 seconds to engage Power Steer mode from
any mode (except calibration, compass correction and joystick
manual).
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LIGHTS
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• Push LIGHTS to switch on and adjust the display and keypad
illumination:
•
0 = Off
1 = Minimum level
•
•
2 = Medium level
3 = Maximum level
•
• Press for 2 seconds to select displ ay contrast adjustment, of which
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there are 2 levels.
▲ (NAV) and ▼ (LIGHTS) keys
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• Push to increase or decrease any adjustable function.
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Course change knob
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• Adjusts locked h eading
• Adjusts heading in Compass Correction mod e
• Moves rudder in Power Steer mode
• Adjusts values in Calibration mode
Watch alarm
The RayPilot 650 has a built in W atch Alarm. This is a timer t hat
flashes after 3 minutes and sounds an alarm on each control unit a
minute later. T o silence the alarm and reset the watch alarm to
4 minutes, press a key or rotate the course change knob.
Note: Watch alarm is not available in Stan dby or Power Steer modes.
T o enable/disable the watch alarm press
momentarily .
LIGHTS and RESP together
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2.7 Response control
Adjusting response – Type 150G/400G
The main way you can adjust the performance of T ype 150G/400G
(GyroPlus) autopilot systems is by changing the response level. This
is the only user adjustment you should need to make to the autop ilot
on a regular basis.
The response level controls the relationship between the autopilot’s
course keeping accuracy and the amount of helm/drive activity .
T ype 150G and 400G autopilot systems have 9 levels of response:
• level 1 gives the least pilot activity to conserve power , but may
compromise short-term course-keeping accuracy
• levels 4 to 6 should give good course keeping u nder normal
operating conditions – with crisp, well cont rolled turns but
without being over-aggressive
• level 9 gives the tightest course keeping and greatest rudder
activity, bu t may lead to a rough passage in open waters as the
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autopilot may ‘fight’ the sea
When you require extra tight course keeping (e.g. for pilotage i n
confined and sheltered waters), increase the setting. If you want to
minimize drive activity and conserve battery power, decrease
the setting.
Y ou ca n adjust the default response level in Calibration mode. This
determines the default power-up response level. However , when
using your autopilot on a day-to-day basis, you can make temporary
adjustments to the response level. By doing thi s you can match
autopilot performance to different conditions.
Temporary changes to response – Type 150G/400G
With these points in mind, you should use the following procedure to
make temporary adjustments to the response level when required:
1. Display the
2. Use the
change the response level.
3. W ait for 5 seconds to return to the previo us display .
Note: Y ou will lose these temporary changes to response level
whenever the system is powered off. You can make permanent
adjustments in Calibration mo de.
RESPONSE screen by pressing RESP for 2 seconds.
▲ (NAV) or ▼ (LIGHTS) key or course change knob to
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Adjusting response – Types 150/400 and 100/300
T o adjust the performance of T ype 150/400 (without GyroPlus) and
T ype 100/300 autopilot systems you can change the response l evel.
Response level – Types 150/400 and 100/300
The response level controls the relationship between the autopilot’s
course keeping accuracy and the amount of helm/drive activity.
Y ou can adjust the default response level in Calibration mode. This
determines the default power-up response l evel.
However, when usi ng your autopilot on a day-to-day basis, you will
need to make temporary adjustments to the response level. By doing
this you can match autopilot performance to different conditi ons.
T ype 150/400 (without GyroPlus ) and T ype 100/300 autopilot
systems have three different response levels:
• Response Level 1: AutoSeastate on ( Automatic deadba nd)
This setting causes the autopilot to gradually ignore repetitive
boat movements and only react to true variations in course. This
provides the best compromise between power consumptio n and
course keeping accuracy, and is the default calibration setting.
• Response Level 2: AutoSeastate off (Minimum deadband)
This setting provides tighter course keeping. How ever, this
results in increased power consumption and drive unit activity .
• Response Level 3: AutoSeastate off + yaw damping
This setting provides the tightes t possible course keeping by
introducing counter rudder yaw damping. You can adjust the
counter rudder setting in Calibration mode.
To make a temporary change to the response setting:
1. Display the
seconds.
2. Use the
change the response between levels 1 to 3.
3. Wait for 5 seconds to return to the previous display.
RESPONSE screen by pressing the RESP keys for 2
▲ (NAV) or ▼ (LIGHTS) key or course change knob to
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Note: Y ou will lose these temporary changes to response level
whenever the system is powered off. You can make permanent
adjustments in Calibrat ion mode.
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2.8 Alarms and warnings
The RayPilot has a number of warning alarms that can be displayed.
An audible alarm will also sound at the same time.
Off Course alarm
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The Off Course alarm sounds in Auto, Navigat ion (Track) and
Wind V ane modes when the current compass and the locked pilot
heading differ by more than the setting in calibration for a period of
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Waypoint Change alarm
20 seconds.
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The W aypoint Change alarm sounds in Navigation (T rack) mode
when the target waypoint from the navigation aid changes.
The display alternates between the direction the boat will turn and the
bearing to the next waypoint in the route.
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