Simrad WP10 User Manual
MAXIMIZING YOUR PERFORMANCE AT SEA
Simrad WP10
Wheelpilot
MANUAL
Instruction manual
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Wheelpilot WP10
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as part of our policy of continuous development and improvement.
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E03548 Issue 1.3 MDL/CR 01/12/03
© 2003 Simrad Ltd
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Instruction manual
CONTENTS
1. General
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Technical Summary
2. Operation
2.1 General
2.2 Engaging the Clutch
2.3 Autopilot Mode
2.4 Adjusting Course
2.5 Autotack
2.6 Rudder Movement (Gain)
2.7 Seastate
2.8 Autotrim
3. Configuration
3.1 Scaling
3.2 Calibration Mode
3.3 Adjusting Gain
3.4 Adjusting Seastate
4. Installation
4.1 Fitting the Wheelpilot
4.2 Electrical Installation
5. Appendix
5.1 Advice On Operation
5.2 Fault Finding
5.3 Auto Compass Calibration
5.4 Adjusting Belt Tension
5.5 Spares & Accessories
5.6 Servicing
5.7 Warranty
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Wheelpilot WP10
1 General
1.1 Introduction
The Simrad Wheelpilot WP10 is a self-contained
automatic pilot suitable for a wide variety of wheelsteered sailing yachts up to 10m (32ft) in length.
Combining highly sophisticated electronics with
advanced software and a powerful mechanical
drive, it is capable of providing reliable and accurate steering performance under a variety of different conditions with minimal current consumption.
The WP10 has been designed so that, while it represents the state of the art in marine autopilots with
many advanced features, it remains very simple to
operate, using only five keys to access all functions.
To ensure the best results from your Wheelpilot it is
essential that the unit is installed correctly. Please
read this manual thoroughly before installation.
Thank you for choosing Simrad!
If you are pleased with your Wheelpilot, we hope
you will be interested in our range of marine electronic equipment, which is manufactured to the
same high standards as the Wheelpilot. Please contact your nearest Simrad Agent for a catalogue
showing our increasing range of high-tech navigational instruments, GPS, Autopilots, Radar,
Chartplotters, Fishfinders and VHF radio sets.
Simrad operate a policy of continual development
and reserve the right to alter and improve the
specification of their products without notice.
Wheelpilot®is a registered trademark of
Simrad Ltd.
WP30
Wheelpilot WP10
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1.2 T echnical Summary
WHEELPILOT WP10 SPECIFICATIONS
Supply Voltage 12v DC (10v-16v)
Power Consumption 0.06A (Standby)
(Typical) 0.75A (Auto)
WP30
Fig 1.1 - Wheelpilot dimensions
388mm (15.25 in)
348mm (13.7 in)
165mm (6.5 in) 550mm (21.6in)
234mm (9.2 in)
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Wheelpilot WP10
Fig 2.1 - Engaging clutch
STBY
TACK
STBY
AUTO
STBY
AUTO
Fig 2.2 - Engaging autopilot mode
STBY
CAL
TACK
STBY
AUTO
Fig 2.3 - Course adjustment to Port
2 Operation
2.1 General
The Wheelpilot powers up in Standby mode, indicated by a flashing LED next to the STBY/AUTO key.
The two direction LEDs above the Port and Starboard
keys are always dimly lit, which provides night illumination for the keypad. All functions are confirmed
audibly by a “beep” and visually by the LEDs, so the
status of the unit can always be confirmed at a glance.
2.2 Engaging the clutch
The Wheelpilot will not drive in any mode, unless the
drive clutch is engaged first. The clutch is controlled
by the lever on the left side of the unit (Fig 2.1). When
the lever is in the upward position, the clutch is disengaged, and the wheel is free to turn by hand. To
engage the clutch, push the lever down fully until it is
flush with the motor housing. The wheel will then be
held firmly by the Wheelpilot – hand steering will not
be possible until the clutch is disengaged.
2.3 Autopilot Mode
To lock the vessel onto the current heading, simply
steer a straight course, engage the clutch and press the
STBY/AUTO key to switch to Auto mode, indicated
by the LED next to the STBY/AUTO key lighting per-
manently (Fig 2.2).
To lock the pilot onto the desired course, simply steer
the correct course and then engage the autopilot. The
wheel should always be in the centreline position
before engaging the Wheelpilot.
If the STBY/AUTO key is pressed and held, the pilot
will beep a second time and lock onto the previously
used heading (this feature will not be available if the
unit has just been switched on).
To disengage the pilot, press the STBY/AUTO key
and lift the clutch lever. Always switch the pilot to
Standby mode when disengaging the clutch.
2.4 Adjusting Course
While in Autopilot mode, precise course adjustments
can be easily made -
Clutch On
Clutch Off
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