Simrad FU80 User manual

ENGLISH
FU80, NF80, QS80
User Guide

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Preface | FU80, NF80, QS80 User Guide
Preface
As Navico is continuously improving this product, we retain the right to
make changes to the product at any time which may not be reflected in
this version of the manual. Please contact your nearest distributor if you
require any further assistance.
It is the owner’s sole responsibility to install and use the equipment
in a manner that will not cause accidents, personal injury or property
damage. The user of this product is solely responsible for observing safe
boating practices.
NAVICO HOLDING AS AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES, BRANCHES AND
AFFILIATES DISCLAIM ALL LIABILITY FOR ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN
A WAY THAT MAY CAUSE ACCIDENTS, DAMAGE OR THAT MAY VIOLATE
THE LAW.
Governing Language: This statement, any instruction manuals, user
guides and other information relating to the product (Documentation)
may be translated to, or has been translated from, another language
(Translation). In the event of any conflict between any Translation of the
Documentation, the English language version of the Documentation
will be the official version of the Documentation.
This manual represents the product as at the time of printing. Navico
Holding AS and its subsidiaries, branches and affiliates reserve the right
to make changes to specifications without notice.
Compliance statements
Simrad FU80, NF80 and QS80:
•meet the technical standards in accordance with Part 15.103 of the
FCC rules
•comply with CE under EMC directive 2004/108/EC
•comply with the requirements of level 2 devices of the Radio
communications (Electromagnetic Compatibility) standard 2008.
Warranty
In case of any queries, refer to the website of your display or system.

4 | Contents | FU80, NF80, QS80 User Guide
Contents
5 Introduction
5 About this manual
5 Wheelmark approval
6 Parts included
7 Installation
7 Mounting
9 Wiring
10 Configuring
11 Operation
11 Basic operation - all remotes
14 Using the NF80
16 Using the FU80
19 Using the QS80
21 Changing commanded rudder direction
21 Alerts
22 Restoring factory settings
22 Maintenance
23 Changing default settings
23 The main menu
24 Specications
24 Technical specifications
25 Drawings

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Introduction | FU80, NF80, QS80 User Guide
Introduction
About this manual
This manual describes how to install and use the FU80, NF80 and
the QS80 remotes.
NF80 FU80 QS80
These remotes can be used to remotely control autopilot systems.
They can also be used to remotely operate the autopilot function in
a Simrad MFD (Multifunction Display).
¼Note: It is not possible to use FU80 with an AP24/28 operating on
VRF (Virtual Rudder Feedback).
For detailed description of operational modes, see the Operator
manual for your autopilot system or for your MFD.
For details about installation of CAN bus or SimNet backbone, see
the autopilot System Installation manual.
Wheelmark approval
The remotes are produced and tested in accordance with the
European Marine Equipment Directive 96/98 as amended and can
be used in a Wheelmark installation according to the certificates.
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0575/05

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Parts included
LIMITEDWARRANTY
有限保修 Chinese (ZH)
GARANTIE LIMITÉE French (FR)
EINGESCHRÄNKTE GARANTIE German (DE)
GARANZIA LIMITATA Italian (IT)
GARANTÍA LIMITADA Spanish (ES)
ForTechnical Support, Repairs or Warranty Service call
the Simrad-Yachtingfactory direct suppor t center.
QF80, FU80, NF80
Mounting template
IMPORTANT.Donot use this template if it has been rescaled by copying or
prinng. If this is not the original, or is a print from a file, please check the
dimensionlines below are to scale before use.
204.5 mm (8.05")
102.0 mm (4.02") 130.0 mm (5.12") 136.0 mm (5.35") 144.0 mm (5.67")
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ENGLISH
FU80, NF80, QS80
User Guide
No. Description
1 Remote unit, including 6 m (19.7 ft) Micro-C drop cable
2 Bezel
3
Bag including:
- Gasket for panel sealing
- Mounting accessories
4 Long type lever (FU80 and NF80)
5Micro-C T-connector
6 User manual
7 Mounting template
8 Warranty card

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Installation | FU80, NF80, QS80 User Guide
Installation
Mounting
The remotes should be mounted with special regard to the units’
environmental protection, temperature range and cable length.
Refer to“Technical specifications” on page 24.
¼Note: If installed outdoors, select a position and a mounting
option that prevents water from remaining on the display. It is
recommended to cover the units when not in use.
Panel mount
1. Attach the mounting template to the selected position
2. Drill fastening holes and remove the cut-out
3. Peel backing off the gasket (A) and apply it to the remote or to the
mounting surface
4. Place the remote into the console
5. Secure the unit with the 4 screws (B)
6. Clip the bezel (C) in place.
A
C
B
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The bulkhead frame
An optional bulkhead frame is available.
1. Attach the mounting template to the selected position
2. Drill fastening holes
3. Drill hole for the cable, or remove the material in the cable entry area on
the frame
4. Peel backing off the gaskets (A) and apply one to the remote, and the other
to the sealing frame (D)
5. Secure the unit with the 4 screws (B)
6. Clip the bezel (C) in place.
A
A
C
D
B
The NF80 lever
The lever is not mounted from factory. Screw the lever firmly into
the mounting hole.

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Installation | FU80, NF80, QS80 User Guide
The FU80 lever
The factory mounted short lever can be replaced by the longer lever
included in the package.
The lever can be mounted in a 180° opposite direction as follows:
1. Remove the knob’s cap (A)
2. Remove the screw (B), and carefully remove the knob (C)
3. Rotate the knob 180°, install the selected lever, re-install the knob and the
cap .
Wiring
¼Note: Don’t make sharp bends in the cables, and avoid running
cables in a way that allows water to flow down into the connectors.
If required, make drip and service loops.
The remotes connect to the CAN bus backbone or SimNet
backbone as shown below.
A
BCC
A
D
E
FF
AP60/AP70/AP80 system AP24/AP28/NSE/NSS/NSO systems
B
A
C
For part
numbers, refer to our
website.

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Item Component
A Micro-C drop cable, 6 m (19.7 ft) Included with the
unit
BMicro-C T-connector
C CAN-bus backbone
D SimNet to Micro-C (female) cable, 0.5 m (1.64 ft)
E SimNet T-joiner (3p) or SimNet Multijoiner (7p)
F SimNet backbone
Conguring
The remotes are plug-and-play units and no specific configuration is
required unless you want to change SimNet group settings or your
autopilot system needs to comply with regulations as described
below:
¼Note: If the remotes are installed in a system that has to comply
with regulation for alert handling as defined in IEC 62288 Ed 2 (MED
96/98 EC/SOLAS 74 as amended, the Alert handling has to be set
to SOLAS.
To set the Alert handling to SOLAS go to the Main Menu, select
Local settings, Alert handling, and select SOLAS as shown in the
following images:
¼Note: If the remotes are installed in a system with an AC12/AC12N or
an AC42/AC42N computer, the Alarms and Sources SimNet groups
must be changed from default value (100) to 1. Note that the value
defaults to 100 also after a reset.

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Operation | FU80, NF80, QS80 User Guide
Operation
Basic operation - all remotes
The keys
Key Short press Long press (3 seconds)
STBY
CMD
MODE
Take/request command Activates/deactivates
thrusters *
STBY
CMD
MODE
Adjust illumination Toggles day and night
display illumination
STBY
CMD
MODE
Turn the autopilot system to Standby mode
STBY
CMD
MODE
Toggle between available
modes
Displays the Main menu
(Standby mode only)
*Only available in AP60, AP70 and AP80 systems. The thrusters must
be available for autopilot steering in active steering profile. See the
autopilot’s Operator manuals for more information.
A long press is indicated with a progress bar. Keep the key pressed
until all segments are filled.
Softkeys
When the menu is active or when an alert message is displayed, the
small icons below and above the keys indicate the function of the
key.
Softkey Key Function
STBY
CMD
MODE
OK/Accept
STBY
CMD
MODE
Cancel/Return to previous menu level
Mute alert
STBY
CMD
MODE
Move upwards in menu
STBY
CMD
MODE
Move downwards in menu
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STBY
CMD
MODE