Furuno NAVpilot-711C User manual

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NAVpilot-711C
with Seastar Optimus
1. Optimus Seastar
1.1. What is Seastar Optimus?
1.2. Seastar Optimus with NAVpilot-711C
2. NAVpilot-711C
2.1. Interconnection
2.2. Wiring IF-NMEA2K2 to EVC (CAN 2)
2.3. Wiring IF-NMEA2K2 to NAVpilot-711C
(TB7)
2.4. Initial Settings on NAVpilot-711C
2.5. Compatible Software Versions
Optimus CANTrak Display
3.1. Status Indication on Optimus CANTrak
Displays
3.2. OVRD (Override) Mode
3.3. Seastar Optimus Software Version
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Overview
Notes:
The IF-NMEA2K2 software version must be 1.16 or higher.
Set the IF-NMEA2K2 to high speed mode by cutting the orange wire. See
IF-NMEA2K2 installation guide for additional information.
Software version of PCM, Pump Control Module, must be revision “T” or later.
Navpilot 711C Processor unit (FAP7002) must be ver 1.27 or higher.
Navpilot 711C Control head (FAP7011C) must be ver 1.08 or higher.
If the Optimus CAN Bus is 24vdc, install the optional Gateway Adapter, part #
VIP-GTW-ADP
Specific settings in Navpilot 711C for EVCS systems
In the setup menu under, Ship’s Characteristics, set the Boat Type to EVCS.
When you set the Boat Type to EVCS Boat, please note the following.
NMEA0183 Port 2 will no longer show up in the setup menu. Port 2 is now used for
the EVCS connection.
Dockside Setup Menu is not displayed when the Boat Type is set to EVCS Boat.
Rudder information is supplied by the EVCS so this part of the Navpilot setup is no
longer required.
Continue to installation instructions and connection diagrams

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Optimus Seastar
1.1. What is Seastar Optimus?
Seastar Solutionoffers electronically controlled steering systems called Optimus. The
following drawing is from the website of Seastar Solutions showing the Optimus 360
Joystick Control System.
URL:
http://www.seastarsolutions.com/products/electronic-power-steering/optimus-360-o
utboard-control-system/
1.2. Seastar Optimus with NAVpilot-711C
The Optimus system has three independent CAN bus networks, consisting of CAN1, CAN2
and CAN3. CAN1 network is for the Optimus steering network. CAN2 network is for
Optimus communication, display units and for a connection to the autopilot. CAN3
network is for NMEA2000 certified devices. The NAVpilot-711C is connected to CAN2 via
an IF-NMEA2K2. Rudder control is achieved by plugging the IF-NMEA2K2 into the Optimus
CAN2 Network.

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NAVpilot-711C
2.1 Interconnection
The following drawing shows an overview of NAVpilot-711C connected to the Seastar
Optimus network. The NAVpilot-711C processor unit FAP-7002 is connected to the
Seastar Optimus system EVC bus, CAN2 via the IF-NMEA2K2 (v01.16 or later). The
NMEA2000 port is connected to the NMEA2000 backbone to communicate for navigation
data.
2.2 Wiring IF-NMEA2K2 to EVC (CAN 2)
No special procedure is required: Just connect the NMEA2000 connector (Micro-C,
male) of IF-NMEA2K2 to the backbone of Seastar Optimus CAN2 network.

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2.3 Wiring IF-NMEA2K2 to NAVpilot-711C (TB7)
Connect NMEA0183 wires of the IF-NMEA2K2 to the processor unit FAP-7002: TB7
(NMEA0183 Port 2) port as shown below. Make sure that the IF-NMEA2K2 mode is set
to High Speed mode.
Connection with TB7 (NMEA
port 2)
Connect the signal lines of the
cable to TB7 with the color
assignment shown at right.
Pin No Signal Color
1 TD_A L-BLU/YEL
2 TD_B L-BLU/GRN
3 RD_H PNK
4 RD_C PNK/BLK
5 Shielded DRAIN
Setting High Speed Mode
The remaining wires are
short-circuited by default
for the Normal mode. The
mode can be changed by
cutting one of the wires. For
the High-Speed mode, cut
the PORT1 (ORG) as shown
at right. Then cycle power to
enable the change.
Extracted from
Installation Manual

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2.4 Initial Settings on NAVpilot-711C
(1) In the Installation Menu, access [Installation] –
[SHIP’S CHARACTERISTICS] –
[BOAT TYPE] and
select [EVCS BOAT].
Selecting the [EVCS BOAT] will allow the NAVpilot-711C
system to communicate with the
Seastar Optimus
system via the IF-NMEA2K2.
(2) Set the [Boat Length], [Cruising Speed], and [Rate
of Turn] to fit the boat’s characteristics.
(3) Check that no detection failure message appears.
This confirms that the connection
with EVC is
established.
Note: “Dockside Setup” and “Set Center Rudder
Position” setting
is not displayed when “EVCS
Boat” is selected.
2.5 Navpilot 711C compatible software versions
The NAVpilot-711C is compatible with Seastar Optimus with the following software
versions. Make sure to install the latest versions of both processor and control units in the
correct combination, as well as the appropriate IF-NMEA2K2 serial number and version.
Items Versions
Processor Unit FAP-7002 01.27 or later
Control Unit FAP-7011C (Color) 01.08 or later
IF-NMEA2K2 01.16 or later
IMPORTANT Note on IF-NMEA2K2:
Although older IF-NMEA2K2 units can be updated to version 1.16, some older hardware
units CANNOT detect the EVC even with the version 01.16 being installed. It is best to use
newer hardware units which already has v1.16 or better pre-installed.

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Optimus CANtrack Display
3.1 Operation Information
The Optimus CANtrak display will show the current mode status at the top of the screen.
Under normal operating conditions, “ALL HELMS ACTIVE” is displayed. The CANtrak
display will show “AUTO-PILOT MODE” when the NAVPILOT is engaged in either the AUTO
or NAV mode.
3.2 Override (OVRD) mode of NavPilot
The NavPilot will display OVRD mode during the following conditions. When operating the
Helm or Joystick, or in one of the Optimus operating modes such as Position Hold, Heading
Hold or Position and Heading Hold.

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The NavPilot-711C will display OVRD mode during the following conditions. When
operating the Helm or Joystick, or in one of the Optimus operating modes such as Position
Hold, Heading Hold or Position and Heading Hold.
The Seastar Optimus system automatically
incorporates a safety feature called
“Override”. When a user moves the helm
or joystick, an override signal coming from
the Seastar Optimus system automatically
sets the Navpilot to STBY (Standby). When
this happens, the NAVpilot-300 will display
the [OVRD] icon on the top of the screen.
Note: Two rudders are controlled separately during Optimus operation modes.
Consequently, the Optimus PCM alternatively outputs two rudder angles. The
NavPilot will toggle the display of the rudder angles during the OVRD mode.
3.3 Optimus compatible software versions
See “Product Information” on the Optimus CANtrak display and confirm that the PCM
software is software Rev T or above. (Menu -> Devices -> Main Display -> Product
Information).
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Part Number:
******
Serial Number:
******
Software:
******Rev *
Bootloader:
******Rev*
(See appendix for specific 12vdc or 24vdc Optimus BUS connection diagrams
and the Navpilot 711C Installation manual for further information)
All brand and product names are registered trademarks, trademarks or service marks of
their respective holders.

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3.4 Appendix: Connection Diagrams

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