Raymarine SmartPilot X-5R Manual

SmartPilot X-5R
DriveInstallation&
Setup
Documentreference:87128-1
Date:December2010

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Contents
Preface ............................................................................................................................v
Safetynotices .......................................................................................................... v
EMCConformance .................................................................................................. v
Pressurewashing .................................................................................................... v
Productdocuments .................................................................................................. v
Warranty ..................................................................................................................vi
Productdisposal ......................................................................................................vi
Chapter 1:Installation and system overviews ................................................... 1
1.1Installationoverview ...................................................................................... 1
Planning......................................................................................................... 1
Installing......................................................................................................... 1
1.2Safe and successful installation ..................................................................... 1
Certified installation........................................................................................ 1
Gettingassistance.......................................................................................... 1
Productdocuments ..................................................................................................2
Marine electronics systems ............................................................................ 2
1.3Equipment& Tools ......................................................................................... 4
Partssupplied................................................................................................. 4
Tools and equipment NOT supplied................................................................ 5
1.4Createa schematicdiagram .......................................................................... 5
Chapter 2:Installing the system ............................................................................. 7
2.1Installationrequirements ................................................................................ 7
EMC installationguidelines............................................................................. 7
Suppression ferrites.................................................................................... 7
Connections to other equipment................................................................. 8
Compass..................................................................................................... 8
2.2General cabling guidelines ............................................................................. 8
Power cable requirement................................................................................ 8
2.3SPX-5R Drive systemCourse Computer ....................................................... 9
Mounting ........................................................................................................ 9
Connection overview.....................................................................................11
2.4Mountingthe Drive ........................................................................................11
Step 1 – Remove the steeringwheel..............................................................11
Step 2 - Check wheel shaft size..................................................................... 12
Step 3 -Plan suitable mounting angle........................................................... 13
Step 4– Prepare to fittorque restraint............................................................ 13
Step 5- Fit Drive unit...................................................................................... 16
Introduction............................................................................................... 16
Fitting to 3/4 inch steering shaft................................................................ 17
Fitting to 1 inch steering shaft................................................................... 18
Drive cable routing........................................................................................ 19
2.5 Connecting power & drive cables to the CourseComputer .......................... 20
Power........................................................................................................... 20
Circuit breaker/fuse................................................................................... 20
Cable ........................................................................................................ 20
Connection procedure.................................................................................. 20
2.6FluxgateCompass ....................................................................................... 21
Compassmounting....................................................................................... 21
Location.................................................................................................... 21
Mounting procedure.................................................................................. 22

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Compassconnection.................................................................................... 22
2.7Pilot Controller ............................................................................................. 23
Fitting........................................................................................................ 23
Connect controller and SeaTalk bus ............................................................. 23
SeaTalk power connections...................................................................... 23
2.8Connect to ground ....................................................................................... 25
2.9 Optional connections ................................................................................... 26
Rudderreference.......................................................................................... 26
SeaTalkng Connections................................................................................ 27
SeaTalkng power...................................................................................... 27
See also.................................................................................................... 27
NMEA 0183 equipment................................................................................. 28
Data bridging ............................................................................................ 28
NMEA 0183 / Connecting other manufacturers’ equipment...................... 28
2.10Finalchecks ............................................................................................... 29
Secure all cables .......................................................................................... 29
2.11Commission thesystem before use ............................................................ 29
Chapter 3:Commissioning & Setup ..................................................................... 31
Requirement................................................................................................. 31
Power assisted steering................................................................................ 31
Rudder reference information....................................................................... 31
3.1Commissioning ............................................................................................ 32
Docksidechecks & 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............................................. 34
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
Clear water ............................................................................................... 40
AutoLearn procedure................................................................................ 41
Commissioning complete ............................................................................. 44
3.2Manual setup ............................................................................................... 44
Checking SPX-5R Drive system operation.................................................... 44
Adjustable parameters.............................................................................. 44
Setting response level .............................................................................. 44
Rudder gain.................................................................................................. 45
Checking................................................................................................... 45
Adjusting................................................................................................... 45
Counter rudder ............................................................................................. 46
Checking................................................................................................... 46
Adjusting................................................................................................... 46
AutoTrim....................................................................................................... 46
Adjusting................................................................................................... 46

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Rudder damping........................................................................................... 47
Chapter 4:SmartPilot X-5R Drive Settings ........................................................ 49
4.1Introduction .................................................................................................. 49
Calibration modes ........................................................................................ 49
Display Calibration.................................................................................... 49
User calibration......................................................................................... 49
Seatrial calibration.................................................................................... 49
Dealer Calibration..................................................................................... 49
Accessingthe Calibrationmodes.................................................................. 50
Adjusting calibration values.......................................................................... 50
4.2Displaycalibration ........................................................................................ 51
RUDD BAR screen....................................................................................... 51
Heading screen ............................................................................................ 51
Datapages .................................................................................................. 51
Setting up data pages...............................................................................52
4.3Usercalibration ............................................................................................ 53
Responselevel............................................................................................. 53
4.4Dealercalibration ......................................................................................... 54
Seatrial calibration lock ................................................................................ 54
Vessel type .................................................................................................. 55
Drive type ..................................................................................................... 56
Align rudder.................................................................................................. 56
Rudder limit.................................................................................................. 56
Rudder gain ................................................................................................. 56
Counter rudder ............................................................................................. 57
Rudder damping........................................................................................... 57
AutoTrim ...................................................................................................... 57
Responselevel ............................................................................................ 57
Turn rate limit................................................................................................ 58
Offcourseangle ........................................................................................... 58
PowerSteer................................................................................................... 58
Cruise speed ................................................................................................ 59
Latitude ........................................................................................................ 59
Systemreset ................................................................................................ 59
4.5Systemdefaults ........................................................................................... 60
Appendix 1:NMEA 0183 sentences .................................................................... 61
NMEA0183toCourse Computer ...........................................................................61
NMEA0183from CourseComputer* .....................................................................61
Appendix 2:SPX-5R Drive system specifications ........................................... 63
CourseComputer ..................................................................................................63
Drive ......................................................................................................................63
PilotController(ST6002) .......................................................................................65
Index ............................................................................................................................. 67

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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
Subjectingany Raymarineproduct tohighpressurewashingmay causesubsequent
water intrusion and failure of the product. Raymarine will not warranty product
subjected to high pressure washing.
Product documents
ThisdocumentispartofaseriesofbooksassociatedwiththeSmartPilotX-5Rseries.
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
SmartPilotX-5R Drive Operating Guide 81329
ST6002SmartPilot Controller - Drive Quick Reference Guide 86140
Fluxgatecompassinstallationsheet 87011

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To the bestof 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.
Inaddition,ourpolicyofcontinuousproductimprovementmaychangespecifications
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 thatyou complete the owner information and return the
card to us to receive full warranty benefits. You can also register online at
www.raymarine.comby 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
equipmentis 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 suchproducts.
Althoughthe WEEE Directivedoesnot apply toall Raymarine products, we support
its policy and ask you tobe aware of the correct method for disposing of such
products.
Pleasecontactyourlocaldealer,nationaldistributororRaymarineTechnicalServices
for information on product disposal.

Chapter 1: Installation and system overviews 1
Chapter 1: Installation and system overviews
Thischaptergivesanoverview ofinstallationproceduresandnetworkconfigurations
foran SPX-5R Drive system.
TheSmartPilotX-5R (SPX-5R)Drivesystemisintended foruseas an aidtosteering
leisure marine craft with a fully-laden displacement up toa 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-5R Drive 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 correctlyspecified andlocated.
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 Course Computer.
2. Install Drive unit.
3. Install the autopilot controller.
4. Install the compass.
5. Connect power cables and system ground.
6. Connect additional equipment / cables to the 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-5R Drive system, installation
must be carried out by a competent professional who should adhere to the
instructions inthis guide.
Certified installation
Raymarinerecommends certified installation by a Raymarine approved installer. A
certified installation qualifies for enhanced warranty benefits.Contact your
Raymarine dealer for further details and referto the separatewarrantydocument
packed with your product.
Getting assistance
If you need further assistance with an installation, contactyour dealer or visit the
Raymarine web site www.raymarine.com.

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Product documents
The SPX-5R Drive system consists of a numberof componentsconnected together
using a Raymarine SeaTalk bus.
Marine electronics systems
The autopilot may form part ofyour wider ship’s electronics system, and may be
connected to equipment using a number of marine industrystandard protocols,
including:
•SeaTalk.
•SeaTalk
ng
• NMEA0183
• NMEA2000 (via SeaTalkng)
D10369-2
SmartPilot course computer Drive 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
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
Drive unit
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(cordlessrecommended).
• Bearing puller (optional - to remove the steering wheel).
•5/32 in(4 mm) drill.
• Suitablewrenches/spanners.
Cables / equipment
• Power cable and fuse/breaker. See page20.
• Additional data cables (e.g. for connection of GPSor chartplotter).
• Grounding braid. See page 25.
1.4 Create a schematic diagram
As partof the preparation for installingyour SPX-5RDrive system,we recommend
thatyoucreateaschematicdiagramrepresentingthesystemyouwanttoinstall.This
will help ensure that you install a safe optimum system, and so is particularly
importantifyouintendconnecting your autopilot to other electronicequipment.
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
theSPX-5 Drive system.

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Chapter 2: Installing the system
Before proceeding with the installation, ensure you have the following to hand:
• Allnecessary equipmentand tools to installyour SPX-5RDrive system.
• The correct type and length of power cable.
• Schematic diagram detailing autopilot system location and connections.
Youshouldalsocheckthatexistingmarineelectronics,suchastheGPSareinstalled
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.
Foroptimum EMC performance, we recommend that:
• Raymarine equipment and the cables connected to it are:
i. Atleast3ft(1m)fromanyequipmenttransmittingorcablescarryingradiosig-
nalse.g. VHFradios,cables andantennas. Inthe caseof SSBradios,the dis-
tance should be increased to 7 ft (2 m).
ii. Morethan7ft(2m)fromthepathofaradarbeam.Aradarbeamcannormally
be assumed to spread 20 degrees above and below the radiating element.
• The product is supplied from a separate battery fromthat used for enginestart.
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:
• Alwaysallowthemaximumseparationpossiblebetweendifferentitemsofelectri-
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. Anyferrite 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
Forsafetyreasonsyourboatmust be securely moored atdockside
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 tomagnetic influences and other potential sources of
interferenceincludingenginesandVHFradiowaves.Toensureoptimumoperationit
is essential to locate the compass correctly.
2.2 General cabling guidelines
• The power cable attached to the drive unit MUST be left intact. Coil and tie any
excess, do NOT cut or otherwise remove it.
• 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-5R Drive
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
CableA
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-5R Drive 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 Drive
The Drive fits over your boat’sexisting steering shaft, and the steering wheel is
secured to the Drive. A taper adaptor is provided to enable the Drive 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 Drive.
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 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 thesteeringwheel at full starboard lock, use thesupplied boxspanner 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
NMEA0183
input/ouput SeaTalkng
inputs/outputs
Drive motor
outputs
D10374-1
SeaTalk fuse
(2A) 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.
Asa rough guide,if you can slide the taperadaptor supplied with your SPX-5R Drive
onto the taper of the steering shaft, then the steering shaftis 3/4 inch diameter. If the
taperadaptoristoosmalltofitontothesteeringshaft,thenthesteeringshaftis1 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