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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Autohelm, HSB (High Speed Bus), SailPilot, SeaTalk and SportPilot are registered trademarks of Raymarine Ltd.

Raymarine, AST (Advanced Steering T echnology), AutoAdapt, AutoLearn, AutoRelease, AutoSeastate, AutoTack, AutoTrim, FastTrim, GyroPl us, RayGyro, RayPilot and W indTrim are trademarks of Raymarine Ltd.

Handbook contents © Raymarine Ltd 2001.

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

How to use the RayPilot 650

Chapter 3: Maintenance & Fault Finding

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

How to install your RayPilot 650.

Chapter 5: Commissioning the Autopilot

How to check the autopilot and perform an initial sea trial.

Chapter 6: Adjusting Autopilot Settings

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.

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Chapter 2: Using the RayPilot 650 7

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)

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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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Low Battery alarm

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The Low battery alarm sounds in all modes when the battery voltage falls below 11.2 V (on 12 V installations) or 21 V (on 24 V installations).

No Drive alarm

The No Drive alarm sounds in all modes if the drive unit is electrically disconnected.

No Data alarm

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The No Data alarm sounds in Navigation (T rack) mode when data has not been received from a navigation aid.

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Data Invalid alarm

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The Data Invalid alarm sounds in Navigation (T rack) mode when incorrect data has been received from a navigation aid.

Manual Override (AutoRelease) alarm

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The Manual Override (AutoRelease) alarm sounds in all modes on sterndrive installations when the helm is physically moved to regain manual steering.

Large XTE (Cross Track Error) alarm

The Large XTE alarm sounds in Navigation (T rack) mode when cross track error is greater than 0.3 nm.

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2.9 Joystick operation

The optional joystick (part number: M81 161) provides simple power-assisted manual steer ing when the RayPilot 650 is used with a T ype 100 or T ype 300 course computer .

Note: T his feature is not available on Type 150/150G or Type 400/400G course computers

CAUTION:

Before use, familiarize yourself with joystick operation. On power boats, always gain experience at low speeds before using the joystick at higher speeds.

Basic operation

The autopilot system must be switched on at the main circuit breaker before the joystick can be operated.

T o engage joystick control, press the control button (located in the center of the lever) once. The RayPilot 650 will then display a

POWER STEER legend along with the current heading.

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The joystick can operate in either Proportional or Bang-Bang mode. Y ou can select the required type is set up in Calibration mode.

Proportional mode

Proportional mode applies rudder in propor tion to joystick movement. The further the joystick is held over the greater the applied rudder (see illustrations on next page).

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Proportional mode - applying port rudder

Small Helm Angle

Large Helm Angle

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Proportional mode - applying starboard rudder

Small Helm Angle

Large Helm Angle

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Bang-Bang mode

Bang-Bang (drive left – drive right) mod e applies continuous rudder drive in the direction of joystick movement. T o improve control, the speed of rudder movement changes with the angle of the lever: for maximum speed push the lever hardover. If the lever is returned to the center position the rudder will remain in its current position.

The spring action should not be removed for Bang-Bang operation.

Bang-Bang mode - applying port rudder

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Bang-Bang mode - applying starboard rudder

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Chapter 3: Maintenance & Fault Finding

This chapter provides information about maintaini ng your RayPilot and obtaining product support.

3.1 Maintenance

CAUTION:

The RayPilot control unit does NOT contain any user serviceable parts. It should be repaired only by authorized Raymarine service representatives.

Maintaining satisfactory operation of your Ray Pilot and system components will depend on how well you care for the equipment. The basic maintenance tips that follow can save you time and mo ney, as well as prevent unnecessary and premature failures.

• Always keep the equipment as clean as possible.

• Use a soft clean cloth for cleaning instrumentation. Do not use

abrasive cleansers, chemical cleaners or solvents. Use glass cleaners or a suitable general purpose detergent.

• Periodically examine the system hardware.

• Examine all cables for possible chafing or abrasions; clean and

repair as necessary.

• Make sure connections to the boat’s power supply and RF ground system are clean and tight – a light film of a high insulation silicone grease (eg, Dow Corning DC-4) on connector pins can protect the plug contacts from corrosion.

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EMC advice

• When powered up, all electrical equipment produces electromagnetic fields. These can cause adjacent pieces of electrical equipment to interact with one another, with a consequent adverse effect on operation.

• T o minimize these effects and enable you to get the best possible performance from your Raymarine equipment, guidelines are given in the installation instructions, to enable you to ensure minimum interaction between different items of equipment, i.e. ensure optimum Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC).

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• Always report any EMC-related problems to your n earest Raymarine dealer. We use such information to improve our quality standards.

• In some installations, it may not be possible to preven t the equipment from being affected by ext ernal influences. In general this will not damage the equipment but it can lead to spurious resetting action, or momentarily may result in faulty operation.

3.2 Servicing

WARNING:

The RayPilot 650 control unit has an electro-fluorescent panel to provide disp lay backlighti ng. The circui try used to driv e this panel generates approximately 300 V. Y ou must NOT operate the unit is with its cover removed.

Servicing should only be carried out by qualified s ervice agents or authorized service centers.

3.3 Product support

All Raymarine products are designed to provide many years of trouble-free operation. W e also put them through comprehensive testing and quality assurance procedures befo re shipping.

Raymarine products are supported by a worldwide network of distributors and Authorized Service Representa tives.

Before you consider returning the autopilot, make sure that the power supply cable is sound and that all connections are tight and free fr om corrosion. If you cannot trace or rectify the fault, contact either your

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national distributor, serv ice representative, or the Raymarine T echnical Services Call Center. Refer to the back cover or the

W orldwide Distributor List for contact details. Always quote the product serial number, which is printed on the back

of the control unit.

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Chapter 4: Installing the RayPilot 650

4.1 Planning the installation

Before you start installing your RayPilot 65 0, read through the following information to help you determine where to locate the RayPilot and route its cables.

Cabling guidelines

• consider how you will run cables to and from each component

• avoid running cables through bilges wh ere possible

• avoid running cables close to fluorescent lights , engines, radio

transmitting equipment etc.

EMC installation guidelines

All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best industry standards for use in the recreational marine environment.

Their design and manufacture conforms to the appropriate Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards, but correct installation is required to ensure that performance is not compromised.

Although every effort has been taken to ensure that they will perform under all conditions, it is important to underst and what factors could affect the operation of the product.

The guidelines given here describe the conditions for op timum EMC performance, but it is recognized that it may not be possible to meet all of these conditions in all situations.

T o ensure the best possible conditions for EMC performance wit hin the constraints imposed by any location, always ensure the maximum separation possible between different items of electrical equipment.

For optimum EMC perfo rmance, we recommend that:

• Raymarine equipment and cables connected to it are:

• At least 3 ft (1 m) from any equipment transmitting o r cables

carrying radio signals e.g. VHF radios, cables and antennas. In the case of SSB radios, increase the distance to 7 ft (2 m).

• More than 7 ft (2 m) from the path of a radar beam. A radar beam can normally be assumed to spread 20 degrees above and below the radiating element.

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• The equipment is supplied from a separate battery from that used for engine start. Voltage drops below 10 V, and starter motor transients, can cause the equipment to reset. This will not damage the equipment, but may cause the loss of some information and may change the operating mode.

• Raymarine specified cables are used. Cutting and rejoining these cables can compromise EMC performance and must be avoided unless doing so is detailed in the installation manu al.

• If a suppression ferrite is attached to a cable, this ferrite shoul d not be removed. If the ferrite needs to be removed d uring installation it must be reassembled in the same position.

EMC suppression ferrites

W e supply the fluxgate compass and p ower cables with suppression ferrites fitted. Always use these ferrites supplied by Raymarine.

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Connections to other equipment

If your Raymarine equipment is to be connected to other equipment using a cable not supplied by Raymarine, a suppression ferrite MUST always be attached to the cable near to the Raymarine unit.

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4.2 Mounting the control unit

233 mm (9.2 in) 74 mm (2.9 in)

193 mm (7.6 in)

33 mm (1.3 in)

110 mm (4.3 in)

123 mm (4.8 in)

The RayPilot control unit is fully weather protected and i s designed for above or below deck installation. Connection to the cours e computer is made via the SeaT alk bus.

RayPilot control units can be mounted on a chart tabletop, suspended overhead or attached to a bulkhead using the bracket supplied.

Location

Mount the RayPilot control unit close to the steering station where it will be:

• normally viewed straight on for best display legibil ity

• well protected from physical damage

• at least 230 mm (9 in) from a compass

• at least 500 mm (20 in) from radio receiving equipment

• accessible from behind to install and run cables

47.5 mm (1.87 in)

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Bracket mounting

Control

unit

Seating washer

Lock

washer

Washer

Screw

Nut

Knob

Mounting

bracket

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1. Remove the mounting bracket from the RayPilot control unit by loosening the knob on each side.

2. Attach the bracket to the selected location with the screws, washers, seating washers, lock washers and nut.

3. Slide the RayPilot control unit into the bracket and secure in position by tightening the knobs.

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Console mounting

Rubber

spacer

1. Select a clear location at least 228 mm x 127 mm (9 in x 5 in) by

2. Attach the supplied template to the console and drill a pilot hole

3. Use a suit able saw to cut a hole to match the template.

4. Fit the bracket and secure using the six screws.

5. Assemble the RayPilot control unit to the bracket and secure

Control

unit

Bolt (x2)

Washer

(x2)

127 mm (5 in) deep.

inside the rectangular hole.

using the bolts and washers.

Bracket

Screw

(x6)

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Cabling

The RayPilot control unit is provided with a 9 m (30 ft) SeaT alk cable fitted with a flat moulded 3-pin socket on each end. The SeaTalk cable provides power to the control unit and allows it to share data.

1. Plug one end of the cable into one of the two SeaT alk sockets on the back of the RayPilot control unit.

2. Run the SeaTalk cable back to the course computer , bearing in mind the EMC and cabling guidelines at the start of this chapter.

Note: If the control unit is not the main autopilot control unit, run the SeaTalk cable to the main control unit and connect to the free SeaTalk socket on the rear of the unit.

3. Cut the remaining plug from the SeaTalk cable and connect to the wires to the SeaTalk terminals on the course computer as shown in the following illustration.

Connecting to course computer as main control unit

Type 150/400 course computer terminals

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Red

Screen

Type 100/300 course computer terminals

Red

Screen

Yellow

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Note: If your boat is already fitted with ST50 instruments, connect the RayPilot to the SeaTalk system using an interface cable wit h a round plug. The course computer can sup ply power for the complete system.

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4.3 Joystick installation (optional)

Note: T he joystick is an option for Type 100/300 course com puters.

Mounting

The mounting surface must be smooth and flat to insure t hat there is adequate waterproofing.

1. Use the template provided to mark the centers for the two fixing holes and outline of the body aperture.

2. Drill the fixing holes and cut-out the aperture for the body.

3. Remove the mounting template.

4. Peel off the protective paper from the rear of the weather gasket and fix to the mounting surface.

5. Pass the cable through the body aperture and secure the joystick with the thumb nuts provided.

Cabling

The joystick is supplied with 26ft (8m) of cabl e which should be connected to the T ype 100/300 course computer as shown.

Red

Screen

Green

Blue

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Note: Only one joystick can be connected to the course computer.

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Chapter 5: Commissioning the Autopilot 39

Chapter 5: Commissioning the Autopilot

WARNING:

All new autopilot system installations MUST be calibrated.

If you have connected the RayPilot 650 to a newly installed course computer autopilot system, you must commission the system This involves a series of dockside checks and then the seatrial calibration:

Note: Before completing the procedures in this section, complete the ‘Post installation checks’ described in the drive installation guide.

5.1 Dockside checks

With the boat safely tied up, complete the following dockside checks:

1. Switch on.

2. Check the SeaTalk and NMEA connections.

3. Check the autopilot operating sense.

4. Set the basic autopilot parameters.

WARNING:

For safe con trol of your bo at, you MUST co mplete the dock side checks before starting the initial seatrial.

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Step 1 - Switch on

1. When you have installed the RayPilot control unit and the rest of the autopilot system, switch on the main power breaker.

2. If the control unit and system are active, the control unit will beep and then display the

3. Check that the

STANDBY screen.

STANDBY screen displays a live compass heading.

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Step 2 - Check the SeaTalk and NMEA connections

SeaTalk connections

If you have connected the RayPilot to other SeaT alk instruments or control units, check the links as follows:

1. Select display lighting level 3 ( instruments or control units.

2. The RayPilot should immediately switch on its d isplay lighting:

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• if the lighting does not switch on, there is a fault in the SeaTalk

cabling between the RayPilot and the other units

NMEA navigator connections

If you have connected the autopilot system to an NMEA navigator , check the links by setting an active waypoint on the navigator . After a brief delay , the RayPilot should show the waypoint information at the bottom of its screen.

Wind instrument connections

If you have connected the autopilot to an NMEA or SeaT alk wind instrument, check the links by pressing

• the RayPilot should display the W ind V ane mode screen, with the locked wind angle and locked heading:

• if nothing happens when you press RayPilot is not receiving wind data: check the wind instrument and connections

LAMP 3) on one of the SeaT alk

AUTO and STBY together:

AUTO and STBY together , the

Step 3 - Check the autopilot operating sense

Check the rudder position sensor

1. Turn the wheel manually to starboard.

2. Check that the rudder bar on the display moves to starboard. If the rudder bar display moves to port:

• turn off the power

• reverse the red and green wires connected to the

inputs on the course computer

• switch on the power and re-check

RUDDER

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Check the autopilot steering sense

1. Manually center the wheel, then press the AUTO key so the autopilot is in Auto mode. Check that the display show s

Be ready to pr ess

standby if the rudder moves hardover.

2. Turn the course change knob clockwise. Check that the rudder moves to starboard a few degrees and then stops.

• if the rudder drives hardover , immediately press

prevent further rudder movement

If the rudder moves to port or the rudder drives hardover:

• press

STBY

• turn off the power

• reverse the motor wires connected to the course computer

• switch on the power and re-check

Note: If the rudder overshoots and has to drive back or starts to hunt back and forth, you will need to increase the rudder damping level as described in Step 5 (see page 45).

AUTO.

STBY to

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Mechanical system tests

Mechanical test (linear, rotary and hydraulic drives)

WARNING:

When the steering system is being moved manually, or under drive from the autopilot, do not to uch any part of the system. The forces exerted are considerable and could cause injury.

1. Push

2. Turn the course change knob to drive the rudder hardover onto the

3. Make sure the drive unit mounting shows no sign of movement.

AUTO.

end stops (Note: This may require increasing the rudder limit in the calibration mode).

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4. For hydraulic systems, make sure there is no seepage of hydraulic fluid and that the steering ram moves smoothly .

CAUTION:

If the installation is a non Raymarine Constant Running Pump, firstly check that the system includes a pressure relief valve. Failure to do this could cause damage to the steering system.

5. Repeat driving the rudder hardover to the opposite end stop.

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Current limit and cut-out

When the rudder is driven onto the end stops the power to t he drive will be cut out after a few seconds - this is normal. Drive will only be restored if the rudder moves away from the end stop or if drive is required in the opposite direction.

Mechanical test (sterndrives)

It is recommended that the Auto Release facility is used when a Raymarine mechanical sterndrive unit is installed. This is automatically selected when the vessel type in calibration is set to 4.

1. Manually drive the steering hard-over to starboard.

2. With the boat’s engines running, engage power steer and drive the steering to the opposite lock (Port) using the course chang e knob.

3. The autopilot should drive the steering onto the end s tops, sound an alarm while displaying the Standby mode.

4. Re-engage power steer and repeat driving the steering hard to starboard using the course change knob.

5. The autopilot should again drive onto the end stop, alarm/display

RELEASE and return to standby .

Note: If the unit sounds the alarm and displays

reaching the opposite lock, carefully check the boat’s steering system for any stiffness or mechanical jamming.

RELEASE message and then revert to

RELEASE before

If the condition persists, set the Auto Release function to “off” (0) in calibration and contact the Technical Services Department at Raymarine for further advice.

Note: T he Auto Release function should always be set to “off” (0) in calibration if using any driv e unit other than a sterndrive unit.

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Step 4 - Adjust basic autopilot settings

The next step in the dockside set-up is to enter Calibration mode so you can adjust some basic autopilot settings.

Enter Calibration mode

1. Start with the autopilot in St andby mode.

2. Enter Calibration mode as follows:

• press and hold shows

• press STBY and AUTO together to enter Calibration mode

• the first screen you should see

Set the vessel type

1. The first screen you should see when y ou enter Calibration mode is the V essel T ype screen

Note: If necessary, use the screens until you reach the Vessel Type screen.

2. Use the

▲ (NAV) or ▼ (LIGHTS) key or course change knob to

select a vessel type suitable for your boat:

Options

1 Displacement powerboat

2 Semi-displacement powerboat

3 Planing powerboat

4 Planing powerboat with I/O drive (stern drive)

5 Work boat (150/150G and 400/400G only)

6 Sail boat (150/150G and 400/400G only)

STBY for 16 seconds until the display

CAL

(vES tYP).

AUTO key to page through the Calibration

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Note: When you s elect the vessel type, the autopilot will select appropriate defaults for various other calibration settings.

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Set the drive type

1. With the autopilot still in Dealer Calibration, use the AUTO key to page through the calibration screens until you reach the Drive T ype screen (

2. Use the

drv oPt).

▲ (NAV) or ▼ (LIGHTS) key or course change knob to

make sure the appropriate drive type is selected for your boat:

Options

3 Linear drive, rotary drive or I/O (stern) drive

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4 Hydraulic pump or hydraulic linear drive

5 Constant running hydraulic pump solenoids

Align the rudder position sensor

1. With the autopilot still in Calibration mode, press the AUTO key to page through the calibration screens until you reach the Align Rudder screen (

rUd Add).

2. Use the wheel to manually center the rudder.

3. Use the

▲ (NAV) and ▼ (LIGHTS) keys or course change knob

to adjust the displayed rudder bar so its of fset is zero:

• you can only use this screen to adjust offsets within ±7°: if the

offset is beyond these limits, you will need to ph ysically adjust the sensor’s alignment (as described in the Autopilot System Installa tion Guide)

Note: Al ternatively, you can zero the rudder bar with the boat underway during the initial seatri al, by manually steering a straight course then accessing the Align Rudder screen to adjust the offset.

Set the rudder limits

1. With the autopilot still in Calibration mode, press the AUTO key to page through the Calibration screens until you reach the Rudder Limit screen (

rUd StP).

2. Turn the wheel to move the rudder:

• to the port end stop and note the angle

• to the starboard end stop and note the angle

3. Use the

▲ (NAV) or ▼ (LIGHTS) key or course change knob to

set the rudder limit to 5° less than the lowest angle you have noted.

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Adjust the rudder damping

Note: Y ou only need to adjust the rudder damping value if the autopilot ‘hunts’ when trying to position the rudder. Increasing the rudder damping value reduces hunting.

T o adjust the rudder damping:

1. Use the you reach the Rudder Damping screen (

2. Use the adjust the rudder damping:

• increase the damping one level at a time until the autopilot

AUTO key to page through the Calibration screens until

rUd dPG).

▲ (NAV) or ▼ (LIGHTS) key or course change knob to

stops hunting, and always use the lowest acceptable value

Save the new settings

When you have adjusted these basic settings in Dealer Calibration:

• press and hold

• the screen will then show the

STBY for two seconds to store the changes

STANDBY screen

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5.2 Initial seatrial

After competing the dockside calibration, you must complete t he setup by taking the boat on a short seatrial to:

1. Calibrate the compass:

• complete the automatic deviation correction

• align the compass heading

2. Adjust the autopilot settings to suit your boat.

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Seatrial safety

Note: You can return to hand steering at any time during the seatrial by pressing

Y ou should only perform the initial seatrial:

• when you have successfully completed the dockside calibration

• in conditions of light wind and calm wat er, so you can assess

autopilot performance without the influence of strong wi nds or large waves

• in waters that are clear of any obstructions, so the boat has plenty of clear space to maneuver

Note: Before you start your seatrial, make s ure you have switched on any ancillary equipment – such as a GPS (provi ding course over ground (COG), speed over groun d (SOG) and latitude (LAT) data) or a speed log (providing speed through the water). T his information will help the autopilot achieve its best performance.

stby.

CAUTION: EMC conformance

Always check the installation before going to sea to make sur e that it is not affected by radio transmissions, engine starting etc.

Calibrating the compass

Note: T his section does not apply if you have connected an NMEA compass to your autopilot system. Refer to t he handbook supplied with the NMEA compass for information a bout calibration.

Depending on your boat type, deviating magnetic fields can cause significant compass errors. The correction procedure reduces these errors to a few degrees, so you MUST perform this procedure as the

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first item in your initial seatrial. The autopilot will then automatically correct the fluxgate compass.

CAUTION:

If you fail to complete the deviation correction, your autopilot’s performance will be impaired on some compass headings.

The deviation correction procedure (swinging the compass) involves turning your boat in slow circles so the autopilot can determine the deviation and calculate any correction required. You must carry out this procedure in calm conditions and preferably on flat water .

Automatic compass deviation correction

1. With the pilot in S tandby mode, press and hold STBY for 4 seconds.

2. Y ou will then see the current autopilot heading and a message.

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3. Start turning the boat in slow circles (with the boat’s speed below 2 knots). Y ou will ne ed to complete up to 2 circles, taking at least 3 minutes to complete each 360°.

4. Continue slowly turning the display shows the amount of deviation the autopilot has corrected.

Current compass heading

Deviation present

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Note: If the deviation figure exceeds 15° or the displ ay shows no deviation value, the compass is being affected by ferrous objects on your boat. You should move the compass to a better location. Higher deviation figures are acceptable on steel boats.

Aligning the compass heading

1. Once the deviation is displayed, manually steer the boat on a steady course at a speed which enables you to hold that course.

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2. Use the course change knob to adjust the displayed heading until it matches the boat’s steering compass or a known transit bearing.

3. Press and hold and save the new compass settings.

Note: T o exit without saving changes, press

Adjusting the heading alignment

If you experience difficulties with compass alignment, you can check the compass alignment after completing the deviation correction procedure (swinging the compass). After completing the initial compass calibration, you can make further adjustments to the alignment without swinging the compass again.

Although the compass calibration removes most of the alignment error, small errors (o f the order of a few degrees) will probably remain. These will vary depending on the heading.

Ideally, yo u should check the heading reading against a number of known headings, plot a deviation curve, and determine the heading alignment value that will give the lowest average alignment error. Y ou can then enter this value on the Heading Alignment screen, as described above.

STBY for 2 seconds to exit Compass C alibration

STBY momentarily.

If the average heading error is more than 5°, you should perform the compass deviation correction procedure again, circling more slowly and in more favorable conditions.

Further adjustments to heading alignment

If the heading alignment requires further adjustment after the seatrial:

1. Enter Compass Calibration by pressing

2. Use the course change knob to adjust the displayed heading until it matches the boat’s steering compass or a known transit bearing.

3. Press

STBY for 2 second to save changes and return t o Standby .

STBY for 4 seconds.

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Adjusting autopilot settings

The next stage of the seatrial is to set key autopilot parameters that affect the autopilot’s steerin g charac terist ics.

Y ou need to manually adjust the rudder gain, counterrudder and AutoTrim setting s, based on your observations of the boat’s performance under autopilot control.

Adjust these settings when motoring your boat at cruising speed. On sail boats, repeat if necessary under sail to optimize the pilot.

Checking autopilot operation

Before manually adjusting any of these settings, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with basic autopilot operation:

1. Steer onto a compass heading and hold the course steady . If necessary , control the boat manually for a while to check how the boat steers.

2. Press

3. Use the course change knob to check how the autopilot alters the

4. Press

AUTO to lock onto t he current heading. The autopilot

should hold a constant heading in calm sea conditions.

course to port and starboard. Sterndrive systems only: W ith the RayPilot in Auto mode and

clear of obstruction, turn the steering wheel to observe the manual override (AutoRelease). Repeat two or three times until you are confident with its operation.

STBY to return to hand steering.

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Adjusting the rudder gain

Boats can vary widely in their response to helm, and by adjusting the rudder gain you can change the autopilot’s steering characteristics. Rudder gain is a measure of how much helm the autopilot applies to correct course errors – higher settings mean more rudder is appl ied. Complete the following test to determine whether the rudder gain is set correctly:

1. Set Response to level 2:

• press the

RESP key fo r 2 seconds, then use the ▲ (NAV),

▼ (LIGHTS) key or course change knob to adjust the setting,

then wait for five second to return to St andby mode

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2. Sail your boat at cruising speed in clear water:

• you will find it easiest to recognize the steering response in calm sea conditions where wave action does not mask basic steering performance

3. Press

AUTO to enter Auto mode, then alter course by 40°:

• if the rudder gain is adjusted correctly, the 40° course change

should result in a crisp turn foll owed by an overshoot of no more than 5°

• if the rudder gain setting is too high, the 40° course change

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will result in a distinct overshoot of more than 5° and there may be a distinct ‘S’ in the course (

Correct this oversteer by reducing the rudder gain setting.

• if the rudder gain is too low , the boat’s performance will be sluggish – it will take a long time to make the 40° turn and there will be no overshoot (B)

Correct this understeer by increasing the rudder gain setting.

New

heading

Rudder setting too low

Rudder setting too high

New

heading

New

heading

Correct rudder setting

T o adjust the default rudder gain:

1. Access the Rudder Gain screen in Calibration mode.

2. Use the

▲ (NAV) and ▼ (LIGHTS) keys or course change knob to

adjust the rudder gain as necessary .

3. Press and hold

4. Press

AUTO to check the autopilot performance in Auto mode.

STBY for 2 seconds to save the changes.

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Adjusting rudder gain - high speed planing craft

WARNING:

It is particularly important to set rudder gain correctly on high speed craft. Incorrect adjustment will lead to poor steering performance and this can be dangerous at high speed.

Adjust rudder gain as follows:

• set the default rudder gain for optimum steering performance at the boat’s normal cruising speed

• press the then make temporary adjustments to rudder gain either side of the calibrated setting to provide optimum autopilot steering

Due to the significant differences in dynamic stability bet ween planing and non-planing conditions, most hi gh speed boats require Rudder Gain adjustment when going from planing to displacement speeds or vice versa. The required adjustment can be achieved automatically or manually:

Automatic adjustment:

When the autopilot has speed input from a SeaT alk or NMEA speed instrument, it will automatically adjust rudder gain with boat speed. After setting the gain at planing speed no further manual ad justment should be required.

RESP key to access the Rudder Gain screen: you can

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WARNING:

When speed information is fed to the autopilot via the NMEA input always check the displayed speed is close to the actual boat speed before locking the autopil ot onto a heading. Delays in data transmission could result in the autopilot applying too much rudder after a large change in boat speed.

Manual adjustment :

If no speed input is available, adjust rudder gain manually via the

RESP key:

1. Speed decr eases from planing to displacement:

• increase rudder gain by 1 or 2 level

2. Speed increases from displ acement to planing:

• decrease rudder gain by 1 or 2 levels

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WARNING:

Manual gain adjustment mu st be made after reducing fr om planing to displacement speed and before increasing from displacement to planing speed.

Adjusting the counter rudder

If you intend to use Response level 3 on a T ype 150/4 00 (non-GyroPlus) or T ype 100/300 autopilot system, you will need to

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adjust the counter rudder . Counter rudder is the amount of rudder the autopilot applies to try to prevent the boat from yawing of f course. Higher counter rudder settings result in more rudder being app lied.

T o check the counter rudder setting

1. Set Response to level 3.

2. Sail your boat at cruising speed in clear water

3. Press

AUTO to switch the autopilot to Auto mode, then make a

90° course change:

• when gain and counter rudder are both set correctly , the boat

performs a smooth continuous turn with min imal overshoot

• if the counter rudder is too low , the boat will still overs hoot

• if counter rudder is too high, the boat will ‘fight’ the turn and

make a series of short, sharp turns: this resu lts in a very ‘mechanical’ feel as the boat changes course

T o adjust the counter rudder:

1. Access the Counter Rudder screen in Calibration mode.

2. Use the to adjust the counter rudder .

3. Press and hold

4. Press

The pilot is now cali brated an d ready f or use.

▲ (NAV) and ▼ (LIGHTS) keys or course change knob

STBY for 2 seconds to save the changes.

AUTO to check the autopilot performance in Auto mode.

Further adjustments

Over time you may need to repeat these adjustments over a range of sea conditions and headings to achieve good overall performance.

Y ou may also need to adjust the AutoTrim setting. AutoTrim determines how quickly the autopilot applies ‘standing helm’ to correct for trim changes (caused, for example, by changes in the wind load on the sails or superstructure, o r an imbalance of engines).

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Gain experience with your autopilot before attempting to adjust t he AutoTrim setting. On sail bo ats you can only evaluate the effect of AutoTrim while under sail.

Increasing the AutoTrim level reduces the time the autopilot takes to get back onto the correct course, but makes the boat less stable:

• if the autopilot gives unstable course keeping and the bo at

‘snakes’ around the desired course, decrease the AutoTrim level

• if the autopilot hangs off cours e for excessive periods of time,

increase the AutoT rim lev el

If you need to adjust AutoTrim, go up o ne level at a time and use the lowest acceptable value. The possible settings range from trim correction) to

1. Access the AutoTrim

2. Use the to adjust the AutoTrim level.

3. Press and hold

4. Press

AUTO to check the autopilot performance in Auto mode.

4 (fastest trim correction). T o adjust the AutoTrim:

screen in Calibration mode.

▲ (NAV) and ▼ (LIGHTS) keys or course change knob

STBY for 2 seconds to save the changes.

OFF (no

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Chapter 6: Adjusting Autopilot Settings 55

Chapter 6: Adjusting Autopilot Settings

This chapter explains all of the calibration settings you can adjust on the autopilot system. You will have adjusted many of these settings when commissioning the system (see Chapter 5), and they should not require further adjustment.

The order of the calibration screens and the options you can select depend on the type of course computer connected to your RayPilot:

• for information about Calibration mode with T ype 150/ 150G and Ty pe 400/400G course computers, refer to page 56

• for information about Calibration mode with T ype 100/ 300 course computers, refer to page 66

Note: C omplete the procedures described in Chapter 5 before adjusting any calibration settings.

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6.1 Type 150/150G and 400/400G course computers

Accessing Calibration mode

Y ou can only access Calibration mo de from Standby mode:

1. With the autopilot in S tandby mode, press and hold 16 seconds until the display shows a small

2. Press

3. Press

4. Press

5. When you reach an item you wish to adjust, use the

AUTO and STBY together: you will then see a large CAL

message.

AUTO to enter Calibration mode. AUTO to scroll through the various calibration screens.

CAL legend.

▼ (LIGHTS) keys or course change knob to change the value.

6. When you have made all the required changes, press and hold

STBY for 2 seconds to exit Cali bration mode and save changes.

STBY for

▲ (NAV) and

Note: To exit Calibr ation mode without saving changes, press momentarily.

STBY

Calibration screens

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When you use the RayPilot 650 with a T ype 15 0/150G or T ype 400/400G course computer , the calibration screens appear in the following order:

Calibration lock (CAL LoC)

This screen controls whether it is possible to access the compass deviation and alignment screens.

Options

0 Calibration lock off – compass deviation can be

accessed (default)

1 Calibration lock on – compass deviation cannot be

accessed

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Vessel type (vES tYP)

V essel type shou ld be set when commissioning the autopilot.

Options

1 Displacement powerboat

2 Semi-displacement powerboat

3 Planing powerboat

4 Planing powerboat with I/O drive (stern drive)

5 Work boat (150/150G and 400/400G only)

6 Sail boat (150/150G and 400/400G only)

Note: When you s elect the vessel type, the autopilot will set appropriate defaults for several other calibration settings. Refer to the table on page 64 for default values.

Drive type (drv oPt)

The drive type setting controls how the autopilot drives the steering system. The drive type should be set when commissioning the autopilot.

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Options

3 Linear drive, rotary drive or I/O (stern) drive

4 Hydraulic pump or hydraulic linear drive

5 Constant running hydraulic pump solenoids

Align rudder (rUd Add)

Use the screen to center the rudder bar display after installing the autopilot system.

Screen text Range

rUd Add -7° to +7° in 1° steps

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Rudder limit (rUd StP)

Use the rudder limit screen to set the limits of autopilot rudder control just inside the mechanical end stops. This will avoid pu tting the steering system under unnecessary load. Y o u should adjust this setting when commissioning the autopilot.

Screen text Range

rUd StP 10° to 40° in 1° steps

Rudder gain (rUd LEv)

This screen determines the default rudder gain setting. Rudder gain is a measur e of how mu ch helm th e autopil ot will apply to correct course errors. The higher the setting the more rudder will be applied.

The default rudder gain is set during the initial seatrial. Y ou can make temporary changes to this rudder gain value during normal operation.

Screen text Range

rUd LEv 1 to 9

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Counter rudder (rtE LEv)

Counter rudder is the amount of rudder the autopilot appli es to try to prevent the boat from yawing off course. Higher counter ru dder settings result in more rudder being applied. The default rudder gain is set during the initial seatrial.

Screen text Range

rtE LEv 1 to 9

Rudder damping (rUd dPG)

Adjust the rudder damping value if the autopilot ‘h unt s’ when trying to position the rudder . Increasing the rudder damping value reduces hunting.

Screen text Range

rUd dPG 1 to 9

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AutoTrim (tr LEv)

The AutoTrim setting determines the rate at which the autopilot applies ‘standing helm’ to correct for trim changes caused by varying wind loads on the sails or superstructure.

The defau lt AutoT rim is se t when comm issioning t he autopilo t. If you need to change the setting, increase th e AutoTrim one level at a

time and use the lowest acceptable value:

• decrease the AutoTrim level if the autopilot gives unstable course keeping or excessive drive activity with a change in the heel angle

• increase the AutoTrim level if the autopilot reacts slowly to a heading change due to a change in the heel angle

• if the AutoTrim level is too high, the boat will be less stable and snake around the desired course

Note: T ype 150G/400G autopilots have a ‘FastTrim’ feature within AutoTrim. Select

Setting Effect

OFF No trim correction

1 Slow trim correction

2 Medium trim correction

3 Rapid trim correction

4 Very rapid trim correction

OFF to turn off FastTrim as well as AutoTrim.

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Response level (rES)

This is the default autopilot response level. The response level controls the relationship between course keeping accuracy and the amount of helm/drive activity . Y ou can make temporary changes to response during normal operation.

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Type 150G/400G autopilot systems

T ype 150G/400G autopilot systems have 9 possibl e response levels.

Options

1 to 9 • 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 with crisp, well controlled turns under normal operating conditions

• level 9 gives the tightest course keeping and greatest rudder activity, but may lead to a rough passage in open waters as the autopilot may ‘fight’ the sea

Type 150/400 autopilot systems

T ype 150/400 (non-GyroPlus) and T ype 100 /300 autopilot systems have 3 possible response levels:

Setting

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AutoSeastate on (Automatic deadband)

• autopilot to gradually ignores repetitive boat movements and only react to true variations in course

• provides the best compromise between power consumption and course keeping accuracy

AutoSeastate off (minimum deadband)

• provides tighter course keeping

• increased power consumption and drive unit activity

AutoSeastate off + counter rudder yaw damping

• provides tightest possible course keeping by introducing counter rudder yaw damping

Turn rate limit (trn rtE)

Note: No t available if vessel type = 6 (Sail boat).

This limits your boat’s rate of turn under autopilot control.

Screen text Range

trn rtE 1° to 30° per second in 1° steps

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Off course warning angle (oFF CrS)

This screen determines the angle used by the Off Course warning. The Off Course warning operates if the pilot strays of f course by more than the specified angle for more than 20 seconds.

Screen text Range

oFF CrS 15° to 40° in 1° steps

Locked heading

Boat heading

15°minimum

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AutoRelease (I/O drives only) (AUt rLS)

Note: Onl y available if vessel type = 4 (Stern drive).

If the vessel type is set to AutoRelease screen emergency manual over-ride in situation s when you need to avoid an obstacle at the last moment.

Screen text Range

0 AutoRelease off

1 AutoRelease on (default for stern drives)

4 (I/O or stern drive), you will see the

set to 1 (on) as a default. AutoRelease provides

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WindTrim (wind response) (unE tC)

Note: Onl y available if vessel type = 6 (sail boa t) on Type 150/150G or Type 400/400G.

WindT rim (wind response) controls how quickly t he autopilot responds to changes in the wind direction. Higher wind t rim settings will result in a pilot that is more responsive to wind chan ges.

Screen text Options

unE tC Range = 1 to 9

Lower values (1 to 3) = autopilot responds to longer term wind changes (less pilot activity) Typical values = 4 to 6 Higher values (7 to 9) = autopilot responds to shorter term wind changes (more pilot activity)

Cruise speed (CSE SPd)

Set the cruise speed to the boat’s typical cruising speed. If both the boat’s speed through the water and speed over ground are unavai lable via SeaTalk or NMEA, the autopilot will use this default cruise speed

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when computing course changes.

Screen text Range

CSE SPd 4 to 60 knots

AutoAdapt (AUt AdP)

The AutoAdapt feature allows the autopilot to compensate for heading errors at higher latitudes, which are caused by the increasing dip of the earth’s magnetic field. The increased dip has the effect of amplifying rudder response on northerly h eadings in the northern hemisphere, and on southerly headings in the southern hemis phere.

Options

0FF AutoAdapt off

1 AudoAdapt compensation on – Northern hemisphere

2 AutoAdapt compensation on – Southern hemisphere

Note: If you set AutoAdapt to 1 or 2, you then need to enter y our current latitude in the next screen (Latitude), so that the autopilot can provide accurate course keeping by automatically a djusting the

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rudder gain depending on the heading. If you have a GPS connected, the autop ilot will ta ke latitude informatio n from the G PS.

North

without

North

with compensation

compensation

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Latitude (LAt)

The RayPilot only displays thi s screen if you have set AutoAdapt to

1 or 2. Use the ▲ (NAV) and ▼ (LIGHTS) keys or course change

knob to set the value to your boat’s current latitude, to the nearest degree.

Note: If valid latitude data is available via SeaTalk or NMEA, t he RayPilot will use this data instead of the calibration value.

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Screen text Range

LAt 0° to 80° in 1° steps

Magnetic variation (vAr)

If required, set this value to the level of magnetic variation present at your boat’s current position – indicated as east or west. The autopilot sends this variation setting to other instrument s on the SeaT alk system, and it can be updated by other SeaT alk instruments.

Screen text Options

OFF Default setting = OFF

vAr EAST/ vAr WEST 30°EAST(-30°) to 30° WEST (+30°) in 1° steps

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Calibration defaults: Types 150/150G & 400/400G

Calibration setting

Vessel type

Factory default

Displacement

Semi Displacement

Planing

Stern drive (I/O)

Work boat

Calibration lock0000000 Vessel type0123456 Drive type3444353 Rudder alignment0000000 Rudder limit 30 30 30 20 20 30 30 Rudder gain4544452 Counter rudder4355522 Rudder damping2222232 AutoTrim2233321 Response: with G

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non-G52

5 2

2 Turn rate limit555555--Off course angle20202020202020 AutoRelease OFF --- --- --- ON --- --Wind Trim 5 --- --- --- --- --- 5 Cruise speed88882088 AutoAdapt nth nth nth nth nth nth nth Latitude 0000000 Variation 0000000

Sail boat

5 2

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Calibration options: Types 150/150G & 400/400G

Calibration setting

Vessel type

Factory default

Displacement

Semi Displacement

Planing

Stern drive (I/O)

Work boat

Sail boat

Calibration lock 0 = OFF, 1 = ON Vessel type 1 = DISPLACE, 2 = SEMI DISPLACE, 3 = PLANING, 4 = STERN DRV,

5 = WORK BOAT, 6 = SAIL BOAT Drive type 3, 4, 5 Rudder alignment -7 to +7 Rudder limit 10 to 40 Rudder gain 1 to 9 Counter rudder 1 to 9 Rudder damping 1 to 9 AutoTrim 0 to 4

Response

1 to 9 (Type 150G/400G)

1 to 3 (Type 150/400) Turn rate limit 1 to 30 Off course angle 15 to 40 AutoRelease OFF, ON Wind Trim 1 to 9 Cruise speed 4 to 60 AutoAdapt OFF, nth, Sth Latitude 0 to 80 Variation -30 to +30

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6.2 Type 100/300 course computers

Accessing Calibration mode

Y ou can only access Calibration mo de from Standby mode:

1. With the autopilot in S tandby mode, press and hold 16 seconds until the display shows a small

2. Press

3. Press

4. When you reach an item you wish to adjust, use the

AUTO and STBY together to enter Calibration mode. AUTO to scroll through the various calibration screens.

CAL legend.

▼ (LIGHTS) keys or course change knob to change the value.

5. When you have made all the required changes, press and hold

STBY for 2 seconds to exit Cali bration mode and save changes.

Note: To exit Calibr ation mode without saving changes, press momentarily.

Calibration screens

When you use the RayPilot 650 with a T ype 10 0/300 course

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computer, the calibration screens appear in the following order:

Vessel type (vES tYP)

V essel type shoul d be set when commissioning the autopilot.

STBY for

▲ (NAV) and

STBY

Options

1Displacement

2 Semi-displacement

3 Planing

4 Boat with I/O drive (stern drive)

Note: When you select the vessel type, the autopilot will set appropriate defaults for several other calibration settings.

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Calibration lock (CAL LoC)

This screen controls whether it is possible to access the compass deviation and alignment screens.

Options

0 Lock off: Compass Calibration can be accessed

1 Lock on: Compass Calibration cannot be accessed

Rudder gain (rUd LEv)

This screen determines the default rudder gain setting. Rudder gain is a measure of how much helm the autopilot will apply to correct course errors. The higher the setting, the more rudder will be applied. Y ou should adjust this setting when commissioning the autopilot. Y ou can make temporary changes to this ru dder gain value during normal operation.

Screen text Range

rUd LEv 1 to 9

Counter rudder (rtE LEv)

Counter rudder is the amount of rudder the autopil ot applies to try to prevent the boat from yawing off course. Higher counter rudder settings result in more rudder being applied. You should set the default counter rudder when commissioning the autopilot.

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Screen text Range

rtE LEv 1 to 9

Align rudder (rUd Add)

Use this screen to center the rudder bar display after installing the autopilot system.

Screen text Range

rUd Add -7° to +7° in 1° steps

Rudder limit (rUd StP)

Use the rudder limit screen to set the limits of autopilot rudder control just inside the mechanical end stops. This will avoid putting the

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steering system under unnecessary load. Y ou should adjust this when commissioning the autopilot.

Screen text Range

rUd Add 15° to 30° in 1° steps

Turn rate limit (trn rtE)

This limits your boat’s rate of turn under autopilot control.

Screen text Range

trn rtE 5° to 20° per second in 1° steps

Cruise speed (CSE SPd)

Screen text Range

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CSE SPd 4 to 60 knots

Off course warning angle (oFF CrS)

This screen determines the angle used by the Off Course warning. The Off Course warning operates if the pilot strays off course by more than the specified angle for more than 20 seconds.

Screen text Range

oFF CrS 15° to 40° in 1° steps

AutoTrim (tr LEv)

The AutoTrim setting determines the rate at which the autopilot applies ‘standing helm’ to correct for trim changes caused by varying wind loads on the sails or super structure.Y ou should set t he default AutoTrim after commissioning the autopilot.

Setting Effect

OFF No trim correction

1 Slow trim correction

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Setting Effect

2 Medium trim correction

3 Rapid trim correction (default)

4 Very rapid trim correction

Power steer (JoY)

If you have a joystick connected to your T ype 100/300 autopi lot system, use this screen to select the required joystick mode of operation (see table).

Options

OFF Power steer off

1 1 = Proportional power steer

Proportional power steer applies rudder in proportion to joystick movement – the further the joystick is held over, the greater the applied rudder.

2 2 = Bang-bang power steer

Bang-bang power steer applies continuous rudder in the direction of the lever movement – to improve control, the speed of rudder movement changes with the angle of the lever. For maximum speed, push the lever ha rdover. If you return the lever to the center position, the rudder will remain in its current position.

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Drive type (drv oPt)

The drive type setting controls how the autopilot drives the steering system. Y ou should se t the drive type when commissioning the autopilot.

Options

1 and 2 Not used

3 Linear drive, rotary drive or I/O (stern) drive

4 Hydraulic pump or hydraulic linear drive

5 Constant running hydraulic pump solenoids

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Rudder damping (rUd dPG)

Set this option during the initial dockside checks if the autopilot ‘hunts’ when trying to position t he rudder.

Screen text Range

rUd dPG 1 to 9

Magnetic variation (vAr)

If required, set this value to the level of magnetic variation present at your boat’s current position – indicated as east or west. The autopilot sends this variation setting to other instruments on the SeaTalk system, and it can be updated by other SeaT alk instruments.

Screen text Options

VARIATION Default setting = 0°

vAr EAST/ vAr WEST 30°EAST(-30°) to 30° WEST (+30°) in 1° steps

AutoAdapt (AUt AdP)

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The AutoAdapt feature allows the autopilot to compensate for heading errors at higher latitudes, which are caused by the increasing dip of the earth’s magnetic field.

The increased dip has the effect of amplifying rudder resp onse on northerly headings in the northern hemispher e, and on southerly headings in the southern hemisphere.

Note: If you set AutoAdapt to

1 or 2, you th en need to enter your

current latitude in the next screen (Latitude), so that the autopilot can provide accurate course keeping by automatically a djusting the rudder gain depending on the heading.

Options

OFF AutoAdapt off

1 AudoAdapt compensation on – Northern hemisphere

2 AutoAdapt compensation on – Southern hemisphere

Latitude (LAt)

The RayPilot 650 only displays this screen if you have set AutoAdapt to

1 or 2. Use the ▲ (NAV) and ▼ (LIGHTS) keys or course change

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knob to set the value to your boat’s current latitude, to the nearest degree.

Note: If valid latitude data is available via SeaTalk or NMEA, t he autopilot will use this data instead of the calibration value.

Screen text Range

LATITUDE 0° to 80° in 1° steps

WindTrim (wind response) (unE tC)

Note: Onl y available if vessel type = 1 (displacement) on Type 100/300.

WindT rim (wind response) controls how qu ickly the autopilot responds to changes in the wind direction.

Screen text Options

WIND TRIM 1 = Normal setting

2 = Faster response for wind shifts

AutoRelease (I/O drives only) (AUt rLS)

Note: Onl y available if vessel type = 4 (Stern drive).

If the vessel type is set to AutoRelease screen provides emergency manual over-ride in situations when you need to avoid an obstacle at the last moment.

4 (I/O or stern drive), you will see the

(AUt rLS) set to ON as a default. AutoRelease

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Screen text Range

AUt rLS ON = AutoRelease on

OFF = AutoRelease off

Response level (rES)

This is the default response setting. The response level contr ols the relationship between the autopilot’s course keeping accuracy and the amount of helm/drive activity . Y ou can make temporary changes to response during normal operation.

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Screen text Options

AutoSeastate on (Automatic deadband) = default

• autopilot to gradually ignores repetitive boat movements and only react to true variations in course

• provides the best compromise between power consumption and course keeping accuracy

AutoSeastate off (minimum deadband)

• provides tighter course keeping

• increased power consumption and drive unit activity

AutoSeastate off + counter rudder yaw damping

• provides tightest possible course keeping by introducing counter rudder yaw damping

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Dealer Calibration: default settings with Type 100/300

Calibration setting Vessel type

1 = Displacement

2 = Semi Displacement

3 = Planing

4 = Stern drive (I/O)

Vessel type 1234 Calibration lock 0000 Rudder gain 5543 Counter rudder 7775 Rudder alignment 0000 Rudder limit 30303020 Turn rate limit 20 15 15 8 Cruise speed 6 8 15 15 Off course angle 20202020 AutoTrim 2333 Power steer OFF OFF OFF OFF Drive type 3443 Rudder damping 2222 Variation OFF OFF OFF OFF AutoAdapt NORTH NORTH NORTH NORTH Latitude 0000 Wind Trim

(displacement only) AutoRelease

(stern drives only)

1 --- --- ---

--- --- --- ON

Response 1111

Note: Information applies to Type 100/300 Course Computers with Version 15 software.

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Raymarine RAYPILOT 650 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

RayPilot 650 Control Unit

Owner’s Handbook

Chapter 1: Introduction 1

1.1 Overview

SeaTalk and NMEA compatibility

EMC conformance

1.2 About this handbook

Part 1: Using the RayPilot 650

Part 2: Installing the RayPilot 650

Important Information

Warranty

Handbook information

Safety notices

Part 1: Using the RayPilot 650

Chapter 2: Using the RayPilot 650 7

2.1 Overview

2.2 Auto mode

Features

2.3 Navigation (Track) mode

Features

2.4 Power steer

Features

2.5 Manual override (AutoRelease) - sterndrives only

2.6 Display and keypad

Display

Keypad

Key functions

AUTO

STBY

AUTO and STBY

RESP

LIGHTS and RESP

RESP and NAV

RESUME (PWR STR)

LIGHTS

Course change knob

Watch alarm

2.7 Response control

Adjusting response – Type 150G/400G

Temporary changes to response – Type 150G/400G

Response level – Types 150/400 and 100/300

2.8 Alarms and warnings

Off Course alarm

Waypoint Change alarm

Low Battery alarm

No Drive alarm

No Data alarm

Data Invalid alarm

Manual Override (AutoRelease) alarm

Large XTE (Cross Track Error) alarm

2.9 Joystick operation

Basic operation

Proportional mode

Bang-Bang mode

Chapter 3: Maintenance & Fault Finding 27

3.1 Maintenance

EMC advice

3.2 Servicing

3.3 Product support

Part 2: Installing the RayPilot 650

Chapter 4: Installing the RayPilot 650 31

4.1 Planning the installation

Cabling guidelines

EMC installation guidelines

EMC suppression ferrites

Connections to other equipment

4.2 Mounting the control unit

Location

Bracket mounting

Console mounting

Cabling

4.3 Joystick installation (optional)

Mounting

Cabling

Chapter 5: Commissioning the Autopilot 39

5.1 Dockside checks