Simrad AP70 MK2 User manual

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AP70 MK2
Operator Manual
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Preface
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About this manual
This manual is a reference guide for operating the unit. It assumes that all equipment is
installed and configured, and that the system is ready to use.
Images used in this manual might not exactly match the screen on your unit.
Intended audience
This manual is written for system operators.
The manual assumes that the reader has basic knowledge about this type of equipment in
regards to:
•operation
•nautical terminology and practices
Important text conventions
Important text that requires special attention from the reader is emphasized as follows:
ÚNote: Used to draw the reader’s attention to a comment or some important information.
Warning: Used when it is necessary to warn personnel that they should
proceed carefully to prevent risk of injury and/or damage to equipment/
personnel.
Manual version
This manual is written for software version 1.0. The manual is continually updated to match
new software releases. The latest available manual version can be downloaded from the
following website:
•www.navico-commercial.com
Change log
Part no Date and description
988-12375-001 2019-Jan-11
First version.
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Contents
7 Introduction
7 Front panel keys
8 USB port
9The autopilot page
11 Basic operation
11 Safe operation with the autopilot
11 External system selector
11 External EVC override (SG05 PRO)
12 The Pendulum feature
12 Turning the system ON and OFF
12 Taking command
13 The menu system
13 Display setup
14 Selecting autopilot mode
14 Selecting work profile
14 Working with thrusters
17 Delegation of control in multiple station systems
17 Steering stations
17 Open systems
18 Master systems
20 Autopilot modes
20 External system selector
20 Hand steering
20 Automatic modes
25 NAV mode
27 Controlling steering performance in automatic and navigational modes
29 Simulator mode
30 Work profiles
30 Predefined profiles
30 Creating a new work profile
30 User configurable settings
36 The alert system
36 Alert message types
36 Alert indication
37 Acknowledging a message
37 Alert dialogs
38 Setting the alert and warning limits
38 Fallback and failures during automatic steering
40 Possible alerts and corrective action
44 Maintenance
44 Preventive maintenance
44 Cleaning the display unit
44 Cleaning the media port door
44 Checking the connectors
44 Restoring factory default settings
44 Backup and restore of system data
45 Software updates
47 Menu overview
47 Quick menus
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48 Settings
50 Terms and abbreviations
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Introduction
Front panel keys
P
TURN
MENU CMD
STBY AUTO TRACK WORK
ALARM
H I J
A B C
L
K
D
G
EF
A Command/Thruster key
•Press to take/request command
•Press and hold to activate/deactivate available thrusters
B Menu key
•Press once to display the Quick menu
•Press twice to show the Settings menu
C Power/Brilliance key
•Press to display the Display setup dialog
•Press and hold to turn the unit to sleep mode
D Rotary knob
Menu and dialog operation:
•Turn to move up and down in menus and dialogs
•Turn to adjust a value
•Press to select a menu option and to enter the next menu level
In Standby and NFU mode:
•Press and hold to activate Follow up (FU) mode
In FU mode:
•Turn to set the rudder angle
In automatic modes:
•Turn to change the set heading/set course, press to re-activate automatic
mode with current heading/course as reference
E Starboard (confirm) key
Menu and dialog operation
•press to confirm/enter next menu level
In Standby mode:
•press to activate NFU mode
In automatic modes:
•press to change set heading/set course to starboard
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F Port (cancel) key
Menu and dialog operation:
•press to cancel and to return previous menu level
•press and hold to close the menu
In Standby mode:
•Press to activate NFU mode
In automatic modes:
•press to change set heading/set course to port
G Standby key
•Press to turn the autopilot to Standby mode
H Auto key
•Press once to activate Auto or NoDrift mode
•Re-press to toggle between the Auto and NoDrift mode options
I Track key
•Press to activate Nav mode
J Work key
•Press to display the Work quick menu
K Turn key
•Press to display the Turn quick menu
L Alarm key
•Press to display the list of active alerts
USB port
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The USB port can be used to:
•connect a storage device
The USB devices should be standard PC compatible hardware.
When not in use, the protective door should always be securely shut to prevent possible
water ingress.
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The autopilot page
AHeading repeater
BStatus panel
CMode info panel
DRudder bar
Heading repeater
AHeading source
BCurrent heading
CHeading unit (True or Magnetic)
DSet heading
ERate of Turn (ROT) indicator
Status panel
The panel includes status icons (A), active mode with steering reference (B), and active
profile (C).
The following mode abbreviations are used:
•S: Standby
•A: AUTO
•FU: Follow-up
•ND: No Drift
•NFU: Non-Follow Up
•N: NAV
•S-turn icon
If the autopilot is operated from another control unit, the passive icon is shown in the mode
indication field.
If the autopilot is controlled by an external system selector, the mode indication will be
replaced as below.
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Passive control unit Autopilot disengaged by external system
selector
Available status icons are shown below. Only active icons are visible.
Icon available if a thruster is installed. The icon will be shaded when the truster is
deactivated for steering
Active alert. Red icon for alarms, yellow for warning. See more details in "Thealert
system" on page 36.
Locked control unit
Picture freeze indicator. Two dots alternate slowly to show that the screen is alive
and that information from sensors is updated
Mode info panel
The panel contains mode specific content and varies with the operational mode. See "Autopilot
modes" on page 20 onwards for more details.
If a thruster is available and active, the mode info panel will be split to show thruster
information.
No thruster available Thruster in use
ÚNote: If sensor input is missing, the numbers will be replaced with hyphens.
Rudder bar
Rudder position indicator with digital and analog readout. Direction indicator (A) is shown
when rudder movement is commanded and rudder feedback is available.
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Basic operation
Safe operation with the autopilot
Warning: An autopilot is a useful navigational aid, but DOES NOT replace
a human navigator.
Warning: Ensure the autopilot has been installed correctly, commissioned
and calibrated before use.
Do not use automatic steering when:
•In heavy traffic areas or in narrow waters
•In poor visibility or extreme sea conditions
•When in areas where use of an autopilot is prohibited by law
When using an autopilot:
•Do not leave the helm unattended
•Do not place any magnetic material or equipment near the heading sensor used by the
autopilot system
•Verify at regular intervals the course and position of the vessel
•Always switch the autopilot to standby and reduce speed in due time to avoid hazardous
situations
Autopilot alerts
For safety reasons it is recommended to turn on all autopilot alerts when operating the
autopilot.
For more information, refer to "Thealertsystem" on page 36.
External system selector
IMO resolution MSC.64(67) and other regulations require that an external switch is used for
controlling change-over from manual to automatic steering.
The mode descriptions in this manual assumes that an external system selector has opened
for autopilot operation, or that no external selector is installed.
Manual steering
When an external system selector is set to manual steering, the autopilot will be disengaged.
The control unit will display information as in Standby mode. It is not possible to change to
FU, NFU or to any automatic mode. The menus can however be used, alerts acknowledged
and illumination adjusted.
When the autopilot is disengaged by an external switch, this will be indicated in the mode
display.
Autopilot operation
When the external selector is set to automatic steering, the autopilot will go directly to AUTO
heading mode with present heading as set reference. The autopilot can then be used in all
operational modes.
External EVC override (SG05 PRO)
You may at any time, irrespective of the autopilot mode, take manual control of the steering
by means of the helm. The autopilot will then go to Standby mode and display Override to
indicate the steering is from the helm. Autosteering can be resumed by pressing the AUTO
or the WORK key.
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The Pendulum feature
The pendulum feature is intended for pendulum ferries where it is required to turn the
heading 180° when the vessel is going backwards. The feature can be included in systems
equipped with SD80 or AD80 boards.
The pendulum feature is activated by using an external switch. When the contact is closed,
the heading from the main compass and the monitor compass will change 180°. The
heading is changed before heading data enters the CAN bus network, and all devices on the
bus will pick up the modified heading.
ÚNote: The system must be configured for the pendulum feature as described in the
separate installation manual.
Turning the system ON and OFF
Turning ON
Press the standby/brilliance key to turn the system ON.
The system will be ON as long as power is connected.
Switch the system to sleep mode
Press and hold the Standby/Brilliance key on an active control unit to switch the system to
sleep mode.
During the shut-down procedure the system will automatically go to Standby mode before it
is turned off.
ÚNote: The Standby/Brilliance key will remain lit on units that are in sleep mode. To stop
the system from drawing current a separate breaker should be installed.
Taking command
You can take command from any control unit and/or remote by pressing the Command key.
In an open system (no command transfer restrictions) you will get immediate control from
the control unit requesting command. A steering handle without a Command key will get
control when the lever is operated.
In a multi-station system with active lock function, the command request must be confirmed
on the active control unit.
Active/passive units
In a system including more than one control unit and/or remote units, only one unit can be
in control at a time. All other units will be passive.
A passive unit is indicated with a passive icon in the mode status field.
On a passive/locked unit illumination can be adjusted, alert sound can be locally silenced,
and the Command key can be used for requesting command. All other functions are
unavailable.
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The menu system
Quick menus
The system includes 3 different quick menus:
•Mode Quick menu, activated by pressing
the Menu key. See "Autopilotmodes" on page
20.
•Work profile Quick menu, activated by
pressing the Work key. See "Selectingwork
profile" on page 14 and "Workprofiles" on
page 30.
•Turn Quick menu, activated by pressing
the Turn key. See "Turnpatterns" on page
23.
The Settings menu
The Settings menu are used for system setup and configuration.
To access the Settings menu:
•press the Menu key twice
•select the Settings option in the Mode Quick menu
Display setup
The display setup can be adjusted at any time from the Display setup dialog.
To access the dialog:
•Press the power key
ÚNote: All changes made to the display setup will apply to all units belonging to the same
display group. For more information about network groups, refer to the separate
Installation manual.
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Backlight level
Adjusts the backlight level.
When the dialog is active, you can cycle the preset backlight levels by short presses on the
power key.
Night mode color
Sets the night mode color palette.
Selecting autopilot mode
•Standby mode or Nav mode: press the Standby or Track key
•Auto mode or NoDrift mode: press the Auto key
- last active mode (Auto or NoDrift) is activated immediately, and the mode pop-up
menu is displayed
•repeat pressing the Auto key to toggle the pop-up menu options. The selection
times out and triggers the mode shift
•Turn mode: press Turn key, then select the turn option from the Turn Quick menu
•NFU (Non Follow Up) mode: press the port or starboard key when the system is in Standby
mode
•FU (Follow Up) mode: press and hold the rotary knob when the system is in Standby or
NFU mode
See more details in "Autopilotmodes" on page 20.
Selecting work profile
The autopilot can be set up with different profiles associated with different work modes. See
more details in "Workprofiles" on page 30.
1. Press the Work key to display the Work quick menu
2. Repeat pressing the Work key or use the rotary knob to select preferred profile
- The selection times out and triggers the work profile shift. You can also confirm your
selection by pressing the rotary knob.
The name of the work profile in use is displayed in the mode status panel.
Working with thrusters
Thruster(s) can be connected to the autopilot system.
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For number of thrusters that can be connected, refer to the specifications in the separate
Installation manual for the autopilot system.
The thruster(s) can be configured to different work profiles, and the work profile in use will
then decide if the vessel can be controlled by rudder, thruster(s), or both rudder and
thruster(s).
Thruster settings
Two settings affect how the thrusters are used by the autopilot:
•Thruster inhibit speed - set during dockside setup
- This setting will turn the thrusters OFF when the vessel is running above a set speed
limit
•The Thruster assist function - set when configuring the thrusters for the work profiles
- ON: the thrusters will automatically be used by the autopilot system. If the thrusters are
turned off when the vessel increases inhibited speed, the thrusters will automatically
be turned on again when the speed goes below the inhibited limit
- OFF: you must manually turn thrusters ON
For more information see "Userconfigurablesettings" on page 30.
Activating and de-activating the thruster
If a thruster is activated for a profile, the thruster can manually be turned OFF and ON.
To turn the thruster ON and OFF:
•press and hold the Command key
A popup with slide bar is displayed to indicate change in thruster status.
Thruster presentation
When a thruster is installed and activated in the work profile, the thruster status icon and the
thruster information in the mode info panel are as shown below.
•Thruster available for present work profile,
no thrust applied
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•Thruster in use. Image including thrust
direction
•Thruster manually deselected
•Thruster unavailable (vessel speed is above
inhibit limit)
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Delegation of control in multiple station systems
Steering stations
An autopilot system with multiple stations can be set up with different steering stations. This
setting is done during installation of the system, and the separate autopilot Installation
manual details how to define network groups.
The network group Station settings determines lock/unlock and command transfer principle
between active and passive control units. Based on this setting the system is defined as an
open system or a master system as described in the following sections.
On a locked unit you can only adjust illumination and silence an alert locally. All other
functions are unavailable.
Open systems
In a default installation the system is open, and control is accessible from every control unit
connected to the autopilot system. One control unit is active and provides the user with
access to all functions. All remaining control units are inactive and have no effect on course
changes. A single press on the Command key on an inactive control unit will allow transfer of
command and make the unit active. On steering levers without a command key, command is
taken by moving the lever.
Locking and unlocking units in an open system
You can temporarily lock units in an open system if you want to avoid accidental control
from another control unit.
An active control unit can lock and unlock all passive control units.
1. Activate the lock function from any active control unit by a single press on the Command
key
2. Deactivate the function with a second press on the Command key
Active locking function is indicated with a lock symbol on both active and passive units.
Taking command from a locked unit in an Open system
1. Press the Command key on the locked unit
-A dialog will be shown on the unit requesting command (A)
- A command request dialog will be shown on the active unit, accompanied by a 2
second sound (B)
2. Accept the command request on the active unit
- All passive units will be opened for command transfer, indicated as below
- The lock function will be deactivated, and the lock symbol removed from all units
3. Take command on selected remote unit
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Master systems
The international standard for heading control systems (ISO 11674/16329) requires controlled
command transfer when remote stations are provided. The delegation of control to the
remote station and the return of control shall be incorporated in the autopilot system, and
shall avoid unintended operation from a remote station.
To fulfil this requirement the AP70 MK2 system includes a Master function. This is used in
Wheelmarked systems where you permanently want to control command transfer to remote
stations.
In a Master system, one steering station is defined as the Master station. There can be several
control units in a master station, but only one of them can be set as the Master unit.
All units included in the master station will be unlocked, and command transfer within the
master group will be as in an open system.
Units not included in the master station will be locked. It is not possible to take command
from units outside the master station unless the master control unit opens for this. All units
outside the master station will have a lock symbol.
In the illustration the main bridge is defined as master station. One QS80, and two AP70 MK2
control units are included in the master station. One of the AP70 MK2 control units is defined
as the Master unit. The illustration includes network group settings for each unit, showing
how the units are defined as part of different network stations.
Defining a Master system
A master station is usually defined and units assigned to the master station during system
setup. Refer to the separate autopilot installation manual for details.
ÚNote: When a network group Station is set to Master, one control unit in this steering
station has to be defined as the Master unit.
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In a Master system command can be transferred to a remote unit either by opening the
system for remote operation from the Master unit, or by requesting command from one of
the remote units.
ÚNote: You can at any time return to control from the Master station by pressing the
Command key on one of the units in the master station.
Opening a Master system for operation from a remote unit
1. Press the Command key on the Master unit
2. Accept the command request on the master unit
- The system will now be open and command can be taken from any station
3. Take command on the selected remote by pressing the Command key
- Command will be transferred to this remote, accompanied by a 2 second sound
-All other remote units will return to locked status
Taking command from a locked unit in a Master system
1. Press the Command key on the locked unit
- A dialog will be shown on the unit requesting command (A)
- A command request dialog will be shown on the master unit (B)
2. Accept the command request on the master unit
- The requesting unit will now be opened for command transfer. Other units will remain
locked
3. Press the Command key on the unit requesting command
- Command will be transferred to this unit, accompanied by a 2 seconds sound
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Autopilot modes
The autopilot has several steering modes. The number of modes and features within the
mode depend on the autopilot computer, the boat type and available inputs.
External system selector
An external switch can be used for controlling change over from manual to automatic
steering.
The mode descriptions in the following pages assumes that an external system selector has
opened for autopilot operation, or that no external selector is installed.
Hand steering
Standby mode
Standby mode is used when you steer the boat at the helm.
•Switch to Standby mode by pressing the STBY key.
ÚNote: If sensor data vital for autopilot operation (e.g. rudder response) is lost when the
autopilot is running in an automatic mode, the system will automatically switch to
Standby mode.
Non-Follow Up (NFU) mode
In NFU mode you can use the port and starboard keys on the controller to operate the
rudder. The rudder will move as long as the key is pressed.
•Switch to NFU mode by pressing one of the port or starboard keys when the autopilot is
in Standby mode or FU mode.
Follow-up (FU) mode
In FU mode you turn the rotary knob to adjust the set rudder angle.
The rudder will move to the commanded angle and then stop.
•Switch to FU mode from Standby mode or NFU mode by pressing and holding the rotary
knob.
Quick menus in STBY, FU and NFU mode
From the Quick menu in Standby, NFU and FU you can change sources used for steering,
display active alerts and set manual speed.
Automatic modes
This autopilot system includes two automatic modes:
•Auto compass mode keeps the vessel on set heading
•NoDrift mode combines heading and position information, and keeps the vessel on a
straight track
You toggle between Auto and NoDrift mode by repeated presses on the Auto key. The
selection times out and triggers the mode shift. You can also confirm your selection by
pressing the Starboard key or the rotary knob.
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