Raymarine SmartPilot X-5 Sport User manual

SmartPilot X-5
Sport Installation &
Setup Guide
Document reference: 87076-1
Date: March 2008
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SeaTalk is a registered trademark of Raymarine Ltd.
Raymarine, SeaTalk2, SeaTalkng, SmartPilot, AutoLearn, AutoTack, AutoTrim, GyroPlus and WindTrim are trademarks of Raymarine Ltd
© Handbook contents copyright Raymarine plc, 2008
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Contents
Preface ............................................................................................................................v
Safety notices .......................................................................................................... v
EMC Conformance .................................................................................................. v
Pressure washing .................................................................................................... v
Product documents .................................................................................................. v
Warranty ..................................................................................................................vi
Product disposal ......................................................................................................vi
Chapter 1:Installation and system overviews ................................................... 1
1.1 Installation overview ...................................................................................... 1
Planning ......................................................................................................... 1
Installing ......................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Safe and successful installation ..................................................................... 1
Certified installation ........................................................................................ 1
Getting assistance.......................................................................................... 1
Product documents .................................................................................................. 2
Marine electronics systems ............................................................................ 2
1.3 Equipment & Tools ......................................................................................... 4
Parts supplied................................................................................................. 4
Tools and equipment NOT supplied ................................................................ 5
1.4 Create a schematic diagram .......................................................................... 5
Chapter 2:Installing the system ............................................................................. 7
2.1 Installation requirements ................................................................................ 7
EMC installation guidelines............................................................................. 7
Suppression ferrites.................................................................................... 7
Connections to other equipment................................................................. 8
Compass..................................................................................................... 8
2.2 General cabling guidelines ............................................................................. 8
Power cable requirement................................................................................ 8
2.3 SPX-5 Sport system Course Computer .......................................................... 9
Mounting ........................................................................................................ 9
Connection overview .....................................................................................11
2.4 Mounting the SportDrive ...............................................................................11
Step 1 – Remove the steering wheel..............................................................11
Step 2 - Check wheel shaft size..................................................................... 12
Step 3– Prepare to fit torque restraint............................................................ 13
Step 3 - Fit Sport Pilot drive ........................................................................... 16
Introduction ............................................................................................... 16
Fitting to 3/4 inch steering shaft................................................................ 17
Fitting to 1 inch steering shaft................................................................... 18
Sport drive cable routing ............................................................................... 19
2.5 Connecting power & drive cables to the Course Computer .......................... 20
Power ........................................................................................................... 20
Circuit breaker/fuse................................................................................... 20
Cable ........................................................................................................ 20
Connection procedure .................................................................................. 20
2.6 Fluxgate Compass ....................................................................................... 21
Compass mounting....................................................................................... 21
Location .................................................................................................... 21
Mounting procedure.................................................................................. 22
Compass connection .................................................................................... 22
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2.7 Pilot Controller ............................................................................................. 23
Fitting ........................................................................................................ 23
Connect controller and SeaTalk bus ............................................................. 23
SeaTalk power connections...................................................................... 23
2.8 Connect to ground ....................................................................................... 25
2.9 Optional connections ................................................................................... 26
Rudder reference.......................................................................................... 26
SeaTalkng Connections................................................................................ 27
SeaTalkng power...................................................................................... 27
See also.................................................................................................... 27
NMEA 0183 equipment................................................................................. 28
Data bridging ............................................................................................ 28
NMEA 0183 / Connecting other manufacturers’ equipment...................... 28
2.10Final checks ............................................................................................... 29
Secure all cables .......................................................................................... 29
2.11Commission the system before use ............................................................ 29
Chapter 3:Commissioning & Setup ..................................................................... 31
Requirement................................................................................................. 31
Rudder reference information ....................................................................... 31
3.1 Commissioning ............................................................................................ 31
Dockside checks & setup.............................................................................. 32
Step 1 - Switching on................................................................................ 32
Step 2 - Check data connections.............................................................. 33
For details of supported NMEA sentences, see Appendix 1: NMEA 0183 sen-
tences ....................................................................................................... 33
Step 3 - Checking rudder bar operating sense ......................................... 33
Step 4 - Checking steering operating sense............................................. 33
Step 4 - Dealer calibration settings........................................................... 34
Align the rudder indicator.......................................................................... 36
Set the rudder limits.................................................................................. 36
Save the new settings............................................................................... 37
Seatrial calibration ........................................................................................ 37
Getting started .......................................................................................... 37
Swinging the compass.............................................................................. 37
Aligning the compass heading.................................................................. 39
Aligning rudder bar ................................................................................... 40
AutoLearn ................................................................................................. 40
Commissioning complete ............................................................................. 43
3.2 Manual setup ............................................................................................... 43
Checking SPX-5 Sport system operation ...................................................... 43
Adjustable parameters.............................................................................. 43
Setting response level .............................................................................. 43
Rudder gain .................................................................................................. 44
Checking................................................................................................... 44
Adjusting ................................................................................................... 44
Counter rudder ............................................................................................. 45
Checking................................................................................................... 45
Adjusting ................................................................................................... 45
AutoTrim....................................................................................................... 45
Adjusting ................................................................................................... 45
Rudder damping ........................................................................................... 46
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Chapter 4:SmartPilot X-5 Sport Settings .......................................................... 47
4.1 Introduction .................................................................................................. 47
Calibration modes ........................................................................................ 47
Display Calibration.................................................................................... 47
User calibration......................................................................................... 47
Seatrial calibration .................................................................................... 47
Dealer Calibration ..................................................................................... 47
Accessing the Calibration modes.................................................................. 48
Adjusting calibration values .......................................................................... 48
4.2 Display calibration ........................................................................................ 49
RUDD BAR screen ....................................................................................... 49
Heading screen ............................................................................................ 49
Data pages .................................................................................................. 49
Setting up data pages............................................................................... 50
4.3 User calibration ............................................................................................ 51
Response level............................................................................................. 51
4.4 Dealer calibration ......................................................................................... 52
Seatrial calibration lock ................................................................................ 52
Vessel type .................................................................................................. 53
Drive type ..................................................................................................... 54
Align rudder .................................................................................................. 54
Rudder limit .................................................................................................. 54
Rudder gain ................................................................................................. 54
Counter rudder ............................................................................................. 55
Rudder damping........................................................................................... 55
AutoTrim ...................................................................................................... 55
Response level ............................................................................................ 55
Turn rate limit ................................................................................................ 56
Off course angle ........................................................................................... 56
PowerSteer................................................................................................... 56
Cruise speed ................................................................................................ 57
Latitude ........................................................................................................ 57
System reset ................................................................................................ 57
4.5 System defaults ........................................................................................... 58
Appendix 1:NMEA 0183 sentences .................................................................... 59
NMEA0183 to Course Computer ........................................................................... 59
NMEA0183 from Course Computer* ..................................................................... 59
Appendix 2:SPX-5 Sport system specifications ............................................. 61
Course Computer .................................................................................................. 61
SportDrive .............................................................................................................. 62
Pilot Controller (ST6002) ....................................................................................... 63
Index ............................................................................................................................. 65
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Preface v
Contents
Preface
Safety notices
EMC Conformance
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.
Pressure washing
Subjecting any Raymarine product to high pressure washing may cause subsequent
water intrusion and failure of the product. Raymarine will not warranty product
subjected to high pressure washing.
Product documents
This document is part of a series of books associated with the SmartPilot X-5 series.
Documents can be downloaded from www.raymarine.com/handbooks.
WARNING: Product installation & operation
This equipment must be installed, commissioned and operated
in accordance with the Raymarine instructions provided.
Failure to do so could result in personal injury, damage to your
boat and/or poor product performance.
WARNING: Switch off power supply
Make sure you have switched off the power supply before you
start installing this product.
WARNING: Navigational safety
Although we have designed this product to be accurate and
reliable, many factors can affect its performance. Therefore, it
should serve only as an aid to navigation and should never
replace commonsense and navigational judgement. Always
maintain a permanent watch so you can respond to situations
as they develop.
Title Part number
SmartPilot X-5 Sport Operating Guide 81293
SmartPilot X-5 Wheel Installation and Setup Guide 87076
ST6002 Controller Installation Sheet 87058
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To the best of our knowledge, the information in the product documents was correct
when they went to press. However, Raymarine cannot accept liability for any
inaccuracies or omissions in product documents.
In addition, our policy of continuous product improvement may change specifications
without notice. Therefore, Raymarine cannot accept liability for any differences
between the product and the accompanying documents.
Warranty
To register your new Raymarine product, please take a few minutes 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. You can also register online at
www.raymarine.com by following the
Login or create an account link.
Product disposal
Waste Electrical and Electronic (WEEE) Directive
The European WEEE Directive requires that waste electrical and electronic
equipment is recycled.
Products carrying the crossed out wheeled bin symbol (illustrated above)
must not be disposed of in general waste or landfill, but in accordance with local
regulations for such products.
Although the WEEE Directive does not apply to all Raymarine products, we support
its policy and ask you to be aware of the correct method for disposing of such
products.
Please contact your local dealer, national distributor or Raymarine Technical Services
for information on product disposal.
ST6002 SmartPilot Controller - Sport Quick Reference Guide 86131
Fluxgate compass installation sheet 87011
Warranty Booklet 80017
Title Part number
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Chapter 1: Installation and system overviews 1
Chapter 1: Installation and system overviews
This chapter gives an overview of installation procedures and network configurations
for an SPX-5 Sport system.
The SmartPilot X-5 (SPX-5) Sport system is intended for use as an aid to steering
leisure marine craft with a fully-laden displacement up to a maximum of:
• 4400 pounds (2000 kg) for mechanically steered craft.
• 7500 pounds (3500 kg) for power steered craft.
1.1 Installation overview
There are two stages to installing an SPX-5 Sport system, namely planning the
installation, then installing and mounting the components.
It is important to carry out the planning stage, to ensure that all components used in
the system, including cables and accessories, are correctly specified and located.
The following is a summary of the tasks in each stage.
Planning
1. Understand your system.
2. Check equipment supplied.
3. Establish suitable locations for the autopilot equipment.
4. Plan cabling and connections.
5. Produce a schematic diagram.
Installing
1. Mount the SPX-5 Sport Course Computer.
2. Install SportDrive unit.
3. Install the autopilot controller.
4. Install the compass.
5. Connect power cables and system ground.
6. Connect additional equipment / cables to the X-5 course computer.
7. Final fix: secure all equipment in place; secure all cables.
1.2 Safe and successful installation
To achieve a safe and reliable installation of your SPX-5 Sport system, installation
must be carried out by a competent professional who should adhere to the
instructions in this guide.
Certified installation
Raymarine recommends certified installation by a Raymarine approved installer. A
certified installation qualifies for enhanced warranty benefits. Contact your
Raymarine dealer for further details and refer to the separate warranty document
packed with your product.
Getting assistance
If you need further assistance with an installation, contact your dealer or visit the
Raymarine web site www.raymarine.com.
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Product documents
The SPX-5 Sport system consists of a number of components connected together
using a Raymarine SeaTalk bus.
Marine electronics systems
The autopilot may form part of your wider ship’s electronics system, and may be
connected to equipment using a number of marine industry standard protocols,
including:
•SeaTalk.
•SeaTalk
ng
• NMEA 0183
• NMEA2000 (via SeaTalkng)
D10369-1
SmartPilot X-5 computer
SPX-5 Sport system - key components
SportDrive unit
Fluxgate
compass
ST6002 controller
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Example SeaTalk system
SeaTalk allows connection of compatible products though a dedicated data bus, to
allow information sharing around the ship.
Depth
transducer
GPS
ST60+ depth
instrument
SeaTalk
cable
SeaTalk
cable
SeaTalk or NMEA
SeaTalk
cable
SeaTalk
cable
SeaTalk cable, carries:
- 12V power from Course computer
- Data to and from Course computer
SeaTalk
cable
ST60+ speed
instrument
Course computer
ST6002
SmartController
Speed
transducer
SeaTalk
3-way block
D10628-1
ST6002
SmartController
12 V dc
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1.3 Equipment & Tools
Before you begin ensure you have all the necessary components and tools to install
your system.
Parts supplied
D10662-1
3 mm allen key
Pan head screw,
No 8 x 3/4 inch (x7)
Countersunk screw,
M5 x 12 (x4)
Sun
cover
SmartPilot
ST6002
controller
Panel
seal
Cable tie
(x12)
Spade
connector
(1/8" x 2)
Spade
connector
(1/4" x 1)
Stud (x2)
Finger nut (x2)
5/8 inch,
Nyloc nut
M4
nut (x4)
M4
washer (x4)
M4 spring
washer (x4)
Countersunk screw,
M4 x 25 (x4)
5/8 inch
seal washer
Taper
adaptor
Woodruff
key
Woodruff
key (standard)
Stub shaft
SeaTalk cable,
4 m (13 ft)
Course
computer
SportDrive
Compass
warning label
Fluxgate compass
with 8 m (26 ft) cable
User documents
in wallet
Box
spanner
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Tools and equipment NOT supplied
You will need to supply the following equipment and tools:
Tools:
• Flat bladed screwdriver
• Power drill (cordless recommended).
• Bearing puller (optional - to remove the steering wheel).
•5/32 in (4 mm) drill.
• Suitable wrenches/spanners.
Cables / equipment
• Power cable and fuse/breaker. See page 20.
• Additional data cables (e.g. for connection of GPS or chartplotter).
• Grounding braid. See page 25.
1.4 Create a schematic diagram
As part of the preparation for installing your SPX-5 Sport system, we recommend that
you create a schematic diagram representing the system you want to install. This will
help ensure that you install a safe optimum system, and so is particularly important if
you intend connecting your autopilot to other electronic equipment.
The schematic diagram should include:
• Location of all components. See page v and page 7 for EMC guidelines that may
affect the location of specific components.
• Connectors, cable types, routes and lengths.
When you have completed the schematic diagram, you are ready to begin installing
the SPX-5 Sport system.
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Chapter 2: Installing the system
Before proceeding with the installation, ensure you have the following to hand:
• All necessary equipment and tools to install your SPX-5 Sport system.
• The correct type and length of power cable.
• Schematic diagram detailing autopilot system location and connections.
You should also check that existing marine electronics, such as the GPS are installed
and working.
2.1 Installation requirements
EMC installation guidelines
Raymarine equipment and accessories conform to the appropriate Electromagnetic
Compatibility (EMC) regulations. This minimizes electromagnetic interference
between equipment, which could otherwise affect the performance of your system.
Correct installation is required to ensure that EMC performance is not compromised.
For optimum EMC performance, we recommend that:
• Raymarine equipment and the cables connected to it are:
i. At least 3 ft (1 m) from any equipment transmitting or cables carrying radio sig-
nals e.g. VHF radios, cables and antennas. In the case of SSB radios, the dis-
tance should be increased to 7 ft (2 m).
ii. 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.
• The product is supplied from a separate battery from that used for engine start.
This is important to prevent erratic behavior and data loss which can occur if the
engine start does not have a separate battery.
• Raymarine specified cables are used.
• Cables are not cut or extended unless doing so is detailed in the installation man-
ual.
Remember
Where constraints on the installation prevent any of the above recommendations:
• Always allow the maximum separation possible between different items of electri-
cal equipment. This will provide the best conditions for EMC performance for the
installation.
Suppression ferrites
Raymarine cables may be fitted with suppression ferrites. These are important for
correct EMC performance. Any ferrite removed to facilitate installation must be
replaced in the original position immediately after the installation is complete.
• Use only ferrites of the correct type, supplied by Raymarine authorized dealers.
WARNING: Install at dockside
For safety reasons your boat must be securely moored at dockside
with power switched off, before commencing installation.
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Connections to other equipment
If Raymarine equipment is to be connected to other equipment using a cable not
supplied by Raymarine, a Raymarine suppression ferrite MUST always be attached
to the cable near the Raymarine unit.
Compass
The compass is sensitive to magnetic influences and other potential sources of
interference including engines and VHF radio waves. To ensure optimum operation it
is essential to locate the compass correctly.
2.2 General cabling guidelines
• Do not mix ac and dc cables.
• Adhere to EMC guidelines (see page 7).
• Use Kopex conduit where appropriate to protect cables.
• Label all cables for easy identification
• Keep the Fluxgate compass cable separate from other cables.
Power cable requirement
An overview of the power cables is given in the following illustration.
CAUTION: Power cable
Using an incorrect size of power cable could reduce the power
supplied to the drive unit and therefore cause your SPX-5 Sport
system to malfunction. Ensure the correct cable size is used. If in
doubt, use a heavier gauge cable.
The requirement for power cables depends on the total length of the power circuit. In
the above illustration, that is the total length of Cable A + Cable B.
Distribution
panel
Course
Computer
Cable A
Cable B
Drive unit
D10679-1
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The correct cable dimensions for various cable lengths are given in the following
table.
2.3 SPX-5 Sport system Course Computer
Mounting
The Course Computer must be mounted on a secure vertical surface, free from
vibration.
Total cable length (A + B) Copper area AWG
Up to 3.0 m (10 ft) 2.5 mm214
Up to 5.0 m (16ft) 4mm
212
Up to 7.0 m (23 ft) 10 mm28
or
D10373-1
Min
Max
-10
55
14
130
°F°C
10° 10°
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D10375-1
MOUNT
VERTICALLY
170 mm (6.7 in)
237 mm (9.33 in) 56 mm
(2.2 in)
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Connection overview
The Course Computer provides the following system connections
2.4 Mounting the SportDrive
The SportDrive fits over your boat’s existing steering shaft, and the steering wheel is
secured to the SportDrive.A taper adaptor is provided to enable the SportDrive to be
fitted to either 3/4in (19 mm) or 1 in (25 mm) steering shaft tapers. As the way in which
components are fitted depends on the diameter of the steering shaft, you need to
ascertain the diameter of the steering shaft before you fit the SportDrive.
Step 1 – Remove the steering wheel
CAUTION: Turn the wheel fully clockwise
Before you remove the steering wheel, it is very important to turn it fully
clockwise, otherwise damage to the Sport Pilot drive could occur, in the
later stages of installation,
1. Turn the wheel fully clockwise to starboard lock.
2. Remove the steering wheel hub cover.
3. Holding the steering wheel at full starboard lock, use the supplied box spanner or
a suitable socket to remove and retain the wheel securing nut and washer.
4. Carefully remove the steering wheel (a bearing puller will assist with this).
5. Remove and retain the woodruff key.
152
A B
Fluxgate
compass inputs
Rudder position
sensor inputs
SeaTalk
inputs/outputs
Power
inputs
(12 V)
RF ground
connection
NMEA 0183
input/ouput
SeaTalkng
inputs/outputs
Drive motor
outputs
D10374-1
SeaTalk fuse
(2 A)
Power fuse
(15A)
Note: Spare fuses
are located in the
connector cover
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.
Step 2 - Check wheel shaft size
As the way in which components are fitted depends on the diameter of the steering
shaft, it is very important to ascertain the steering shaft diameter before you proceed
with the fitting procedure.
As a rough guide, if you can slide the taper adaptor supplied with your SPX-5 Sport
Drive onto the taper of the steering shaft, then the steering shaft is 3/4 inch diameter. If
the taper adaptor is too small to fit onto the steering shaft, then the steering shaft is
1 inch diameter.
The following simplified diagrams show the general arrangement of the major
components for each size of steering shaft.
D10376-1
Woodruff key
Steering
wheel hub
Retaining
nut
Washer
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