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CONTENTS
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Notication........................................................................................................ 7
Liability and Safety Warnings........................................................................... 8
About B&G ....................................................................................................... 9
About this Handbook ........................................................................................ 9
SYSTEM INTRODUCTION
H3000 System Example.................................................................................. 11
H3000 Pilot ACP............................................................................................. 12
Graphical Pilot Display (GPD) ....................................................................... 13
Hand-Held Controller...................................................................................... 14
Joystick............................................................................................................ 15
Man Overboard Button.................................................................................... 16
OPERATING INFORMATION
Switching On................................................................................................... 20
GETTING STARTED
Graphic display (GPD) Keys Explained ......................................................... 21
GPD Menu Structure....................................................................................... 24
GPD MAIN MENU
Timer ............................................................................................................... 27
Pilot ................................................................................................................. 27
Instruments...................................................................................................... 30
GPS ................................................................................................................. 32
Trip Control .................................................................................................... 33
Remote Units................................................................................................... 34
Setup................................................................................................................ 35
Alarms ....................................................................................................... 35
Calibration ................................................................................................. 37
Compass Calibration.................................................................................. 37
Halcyon 2000 Compass Calibration.......................................................... 38
Halcyon Gyro Compass Calibration and Setup......................................... 39
Heading Source Selection.......................................................................... 40
Damping.......................................................................................................... 40
Dynamic Damping..................................................................................... 40
This Display .................................................................................................... 42
Page Setup ................................................................................................ 42
Screen ........................................................................................................ 43

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Show Alarms on this Display .................................................................... 43
Favourites .................................................................................................. 44
Units........................................................................................................... 45
Unit Information........................................................................................ 46
Key Lock ................................................................................................... 46
Commission..................................................................................................... 46
Use SOG as Speed Input ........................................................................... 46
Heading...................................................................................................... 47
Pilot............................................................................................................ 47
System ....................................................................................................... 48
PILOT OPERATION
Engaging the Pilot ........................................................................................... 49
Dis-Engaging the Pilot .................................................................................... 49
Changing the Pilot Course............................................................................... 49
Pilot Mode Selection ....................................................................................... 50
Steer to Compass ....................................................................................... 50
Steer to Apparent Wind Angle................................................................... 51
Steer to True Wind Angle .......................................................................... 51
Steer to Waypoint ...................................................................................... 51
Steer to Target TWA .................................................................................. 53
Power......................................................................................................... 53
Response Mode ............................................................................................... 54
Response Mode: Halcyon Gyro-Stabilised Compass................................ 54
Response Mode: Halcyon 2000 Compass or Other Sources ..................... 54
Action.............................................................................................................. 55
COMMISSIONING
Pilot Installation Check List............................................................................ 60
Drive Unit and Steering System ................................................................ 60
Hydraulic Rams ......................................................................................... 60
Hydraulic Pumps ....................................................................................... 61
Rotary Drives............................................................................................. 61
Compass Installation.................................................................................. 62
Electronics Installation .............................................................................. 62
Parameters to be Set .................................................................................. 63
Pilot Commission ............................................................................................ 64
Dockside Setup.......................................................................................... 64
Sea Trial........................................................................................................... 68
Checking Rudder Gain Learning............................................................... 69
Setting the Rudder Gain Manually ............................................................ 69
Setting the Rudder Gain Value .................................................................. 70

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Checking the Boat Lag .............................................................................. 71
Boat Lag Response .................................................................................... 71
Setting the Boat Lag Value ........................................................................ 72
Advanced Settings........................................................................................... 72
Speed Source ............................................................................................. 73
Automatic Response.................................................................................. 73
Recovery Mode............................................................................ ............ 74
Nav Source ................................................................................................ 75
Magnetic Dip Zone.................................................................................... 76
Pilot Speed Cal .......................................................................................... 77
Setting the Speed Calibration Value .......................................................... 78
Joystick Type ............................................................................................. 78
Boat Length ............................................................................................... 79
Rudder Max Angle..................................................................................... 79
Watch Alarm Lock..................................................................................... 79
INSTALLATION INFORMATION
Cable and Connection Information ................................................................. 80
General Wiring Notes ................................................................................ 80
Pilot Drive Unit Cables.............................................................................. 81
Network Installation........................................................................................ 82
Pilot Display Connections............................................................................... 84
ACP Unit Terminal Details ............................................................................. 85
Clutch Voltage Selection............................................................................ 86
DIP Switch Location.................................................................................. 87
ACP Wiring Connections ................................................................................ 88
Network & Alarm ...................................................................................... 88
Man Overboard Button & Hand-held Controller ...................................... 89
Remote Button & Joystick......................................................................... 90
Hydraulic Ram Drives............................................................................... 91
Rotary Drives............................................................................................. 92
Stern Drives ............................................................................................... 93
Proportional Solenoid................................................................................ 94
Continuous Drives ..................................................................................... 95
Linear Feedback ........................................................................................ 96
Halcyon 2000 Compass............................................................................. 97
Halcyon Gyro Stabilised Compass............................................................ 98
Direct Speed Input..................................................................................... 99
Direct Speed Input................................................................................... 100
Rotary Rudder Reference Sensor .................................................................. 101
Installation of RRF .................................................................................. 101
Typical System with Tiller Arm and Quadrant........................................ 102

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Steering System Orientation.................................................................... 103
RRF Position............................................................................................ 104
Drag-Link & RRF Position...................................................................... 104
Linear Feed Back Unit............................................................................. 105
Diagnostic Data
Fault Diagnosis.............................................................................................. 107

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NOTIFICATION
The information contained in this document is subject to change without prior
notice.
Navico UK Ltd. shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or
consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance or use of
this document.
No part of this work covered by the copyright hereon may be reproduced or
otherwise copied without prior permission from Navico UK Ltd.
© 2008 Navico UK Ltd. All rights reserved.
Navico UK Ltd.
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Romsey, SO51 9DH,
United Kingdom
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LIABILITY AND SAFETY WARNINGS
Navico UK Limited accept no responsibility for the use and/or operation of this
equipment. It is the user’s responsibility to ensure that under all circumstances the
equipment is used for the purposes for which it has been designed.
Warning: Electrical Hazard
This equipment uses high voltage electrical power. Contact with high voltages may result in
injury and/or loss of life.
Warning: Calibration
The safe operation of this equipment is dependent on accurate and correct calibration.
Incorrect calibration of this equipment may lead to false and inaccurate navigational readings
placing the yacht into danger.
Warning: Operational Hazard
The H3000 system is an Electronic Navigation aid and is designed to assist in the navigation
of your yacht. It is not designed to totally replace conventional navigation procedures and
precautions and all necessary precautions should be taken to ensure that the yacht is not
placed into danger.
The Pilot is an aid to steering the vessel. It is the users responsibility to ensure the safe
control and movement of the vessel at all times.
Caution: Electrical Supply
This equipment is designed for use with a power supply source of 12V dc. The application
of any other power supply may result in permanent damage to the equipment.
Caution: Cleaning
The use of alcohol or solvent-based cleaners will damage this equipment and any warranty
in force will be invalidated.
Caution: Display Installation
Displays installed into locations manufactured from conductive materials (e.g. Steel, Carbon
Fibre etc.) should be insulated from the structure to prevent damage to the casings as a result
of the effects of electrolysis.
Caution: Processor Installation
All B&G Processors should be installed below decks in a dry location protected from water
and moisture.
Power Off Disclaimer
When in standby mode the H3000 system continues to consume power. To conserve the
vessel’s battery life switch off power at the main breaker.

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ABOUT B&G
B&G has welcomed the constant challenge to develop new electronic solutions
for every sailor’s need. Harnessing technical developments and providing proven
solutions has continued to be the focus that keeps B&G on the leading edge of
advanced marine electronics.
Proven in the world's most testing environments, B&G offers the most accurate
and reliable systems used by blue water cruisers, single-handed racers and record
breakers alike  rmly establishing ourselves as one of the leading innovators of the
most highly advanced marine electronics. B&G is renowned for tried and trusted
solutions and is ever evolving to offer the best technology to the customer.
B&G’s Promise.
“Uncompromising performance, precision and reliability from both our
products and our people”.
ABOUT THIS HANDBOOK
Instructions in this handbook describe the controls and calibration of your H3000
Pilot system. You can also use the controls on the RemoteVision.
All functions described in this handbook refer to the standard Hydra processor
settings unless indicated with a Hercules logo as shown below.
Indicates that the information listed relates to Hercules
processor functionality which includes Hydra functions.
Indicates that the information listed relates to Performance
processor functionality which includes Hercules and Hydra
functions.
Please contact your local dealer if you wish to upgrade your processor. A list of
B&G approved dealers can be found at www.bandg.com
HERCULES
PERFORM

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SYSTEM INTRODUCTION
The H3000 Pilot fully integrates with the H3000 instrument system, both in terms
of style and performance. The instrument system transmits sensor information via
the B&G Fastnet network to the ACP Pilot computer unit.
The Pilot computer processes the sensor data and then sends signals to the rudder
drive system (linear ram, rotary drive or hydraulic pump) to steer the vessel on the
desired course. The complex learning algorithms used in the Pilot computer ensure
that the steering performance is optimised for the sea and weather conditions, and
quickly responds to any changes that may occur.
Control of the Pilot is via the keys on any one of the dedicated Graphical Pilot
Displays (GPD). Each display acts as a master allowing control of the Pilot from
any station.
H3000 Pilots are available with a wide range of powerful and reliable 12V or 24V
dc rudder drive units suitable for boats of over 7m (23ft). The ACP (Advanced
Control Program) Pilot computers are supplied in two specications ACP1 or
ACP2 (Advanced Control Programming) depending on the size of vessel, power
requirements and options in use.
The H3000 Pilot can be used for both sailing and power boats that have a H3000
System installed.