Sleipner RCT-20E User manual

User Manual
SLEIPNER AS
P.O. Box 519
N-1612 Fredrikstad
Norway
www.sleipnergroup.com
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RCT-20E, RCT-21E, RCT-22E, RCT-23E
RCR-2E, RCRS-2E
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P.O. Box 519, Arne Svendsensgt. 6-8
N-1612 Fredrikstad, Norway
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Contents
Products
RC-20E Remote control, complete kit for bow and stern thruster, EU
RC-21E Remote control, complete kit for thruster and windlass, EU
RC-22E Remote control, complete kit for dual windlass, EU
RC-23E Remote control, complete kit for dual thruster and dual windlass, EU
RCS-20E S-link Remote control, complete kit for bow and stern thruster, EU
RCT-20E Remote control transmitter bow and stern thruster, EU
RCT-21E Remote control transmitter bow thruster and windlass, EU
RCT-22E Remote control transmitter for dual windlass, EU
RCT-23E Remote control transmitter dual thruster and dual windlass, EU
RCR-2E Remote control receiver, EU
RCRS-2E Remote control receiver S-link, EU
User Manual
General Operation Considerations and Precautions Guidelines............................................................................................................. 3
Remote Control Kits .............................................................................................................................................................................. 4
Remote Layout & Functions .................................................................................................................................................................... 5
User Operation ...................................................................................................................................................................................6 - 7
Programming Additional Transmitters/ Remote Controls....................................................................................................................8 - 9
Transmitter Installation and Battery Replacement................................................................................................................................. 10
Transmitter LED Operation and Alarm Indication ................................................................................................................................. 11
Receiver LED Indicator......................................................................................................................................................................... 11
S-Link Transmitter LED Operation and Alarm Indication...................................................................................................................... 11
Installation Manual
Responsibility of the Installer................................................................................................................................................................ 12
S-Link Receiver Installation................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Receiver Installation ............................................................................................................................................................................ 14
Technical Specications ....................................................................................................................................................................... 15
S-Link Technical Specications ........................................................................................................................................................... 15
Technical Wiring Diagram ............................................................................................................................................................. 16 - 19
Output Signals Diagram ....................................................................................................................................................................... 20
S-Link System Description .................................................................................................................................................................... 21
Technical Wiring Diagram..................................................................................................................................................................... 22
Service and Support........................................................................................................................................................................... 23
Product Spare Parts and Additional Resources.............................................................................................................................. 23
Warranty Statement............................................................................................................................................................................ 23
Sleipner Motor AS
P.O. Box 519, Arne Svendsensgt. 6-8
N-1612 Fredrikstad, Norway

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Contents
MC_0418
• Always turn the control device off when the thruster is not in use or when leaving the boat.
• When leaving the boat always turn off the main power switch for the thruster.
• Never use thrusters out of water.
• If the thruster stops giving thrust while running, there is possibly a problem in the drive system. You must immediately stop running the thruster
and turn it off. Running the thruster for more than a few seconds without resistance from the propeller can cause serious damage to the thruster.
• If two panels are operated with conflicting directions at the same time the thruster will not run. If both are operated in the same direction, the
thruster will run in this direction.
• If you notice any faults with the thruster switch it off to avoid further damage.
• The primary purpose of the thruster is to manoeuvre or dock the vessel. Forward or reverse speed must not exceed 4 knots when operated.
For the operation of thrusters
Never use thrusters when close to objects, persons or animals in the water. The thruster will draw objects into the tunnel and the rotating
propellers. This will cause serious injuries and damage the thruster.
Always turn the main power switch off before touching any part of the thruster. An incidental start while touching moving parts can cause
serious injuries.
It is the owner, captains or other responsible parties full responsibility to assess the risk of any unexpected incidents on the vessel.
If the thruster stops giving thrust for some reason while manoeuvring you must have considered a plan on how to avoid damage to persons or
other objects.
MC_0307
For Windlass systems
• Keep your distance to the windlass, the rope, anchor and anchor brackets during operation
• While operating the anchor maintain observation of the rope or chain during handling.
• Ensure anyone using the windlass knows how to operate it.
• Be aware when the anchor are raised as it can bring unwanted debris up from the bottom, potentially damaging your boat. (NB: If the windlass is
straining as the anchor is raised, stop for a few seconds and let the boat pic up momentum before continuing the raise.)
• If the anchor is stuck, release some rope/chain and attach it to a cleat before using the boat to pull the anchor free. The windlass is not designed
for loads beyond the specifi ed pull capabilities.
• The anchor MUST ALWAYS be secured to the boat while under way. Use the security line or other means to prevent unintentional anchor drop.
• Turn off the power to the windlass when not in use.
• Children must not operate the windlass.
• Careless use can cause damage or injury!
• Keep the engine running during windlass operation to ensure good battery capacity.
• Sleipner Motor AS is not responsible for damage or injury caused by the use of our windlass systems.
• While dropping anchor, do not push the “UP” button until the anchor is resting at the seabed.
• Always turn the control device off when the thruster is not in use.
Never use a windlass close to somebody in the water, an unexpected drop of the anchor can cause serious injuries.
It is the owner/ captain/ other responsible parties full responsibility to assess the risk of any unexpected incidents on the vessel.
Failure to follow the considerations and precautions can cause serious injury,
damage and will render all warranties given by Sleipner Motor as VOID.
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MC_0444
General Operation Considerations and Precautions Guidelines
For the operation of remote controls
• To reduce risk of dropping the remote transmitter in the water during operation it is recommended to wear the neck strap fastened to the remote
control.
It is recommended that the remote transmitter is stored in a secured location to avoid operation by unintentional personnel and to ensure
availability when operation is required. This could be achieved by mounting the holding bracket in a location on the bridge not easily accessible
to children and other unauthorized personnel.
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Sleipner Motor AS
P.O. Box 519, Arne Svendsensgt. 6-8
N-1612 Fredrikstad, Norway

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Remote Control Kits MC_0228
Remote control kit RC-20U/E consists of:
- Receiver: Part no. RCR-2U/E
- Transmitter (incl. Battery): Part no. RCT-20U/E
- Holding bracket for transmitter unit: Part no. RC-HOLDER
The transmitters and receivers are sold as individual products and in kits. The content of the different kits is described below.
Remote control kit RC-21U/E consists of:
- Receiver: Part no. RCR-2U/E
- Transmitter (incl. Battery): Part no. RCT-21U/E
- Holding bracket for transmitter unit: Part no. RC-HOLDER
Remote control kit RC-22U consists of:
- Receiver: Part no. RCR-2U/E
- Transmitter (incl. Battery): Part no. RCT-22U/E
- Holding bracket for transmitter unit: Part no. RC-HOLDER
Remote control kit RC-23U consists of:
- Receiver: Part no. RCR-2U/E
- Transmitter (incl. Battery): Part no. RCT-23U/E
- Holding bracket for transmitter unit: Part no. RC-HOLDER
Remote control kit RCS-20U/E consists of:
- Receiver: Part no. RCRS-2U/E
- Transmitter (incl. Battery): Part no. RCT-20U/E
- Holding bracket for transmitter unit: Part no. RC-HOLDER
*U For the USA confi guration
*E For European confi guration
*U For the USA confi guration
*E For European confi guration
*U For the USA confi guration
*E For European confi guration
*U For the USA confi guration
*E For European confi guration
*U For the USA confi guration
*E For European confi guration

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Remote Control Kits MC_0228
Remote control kit RC-20U/E consists of:
- Receiver: Part no. RCR-2U/E
- Transmitter (incl. Battery): Part no. RCT-20U/E
- Holding bracket for transmitter unit: Part no. RC-HOLDER
The transmitters and receivers are sold as individual products and in kits. The content of the different kits is described below.
Remote control kit RC-21U/E consists of:
- Receiver: Part no. RCR-2U/E
- Transmitter (incl. Battery): Part no. RCT-21U/E
- Holding bracket for transmitter unit: Part no. RC-HOLDER
Remote control kit RC-22U consists of:
- Receiver: Part no. RCR-2U/E
- Transmitter (incl. Battery): Part no. RCT-22U/E
- Holding bracket for transmitter unit: Part no. RC-HOLDER
Remote control kit RC-23U consists of:
- Receiver: Part no. RCR-2U/E
- Transmitter (incl. Battery): Part no. RCT-23U/E
- Holding bracket for transmitter unit: Part no. RC-HOLDER
Remote control kit RCS-20U/E consists of:
- Receiver: Part no. RCRS-2U/E
- Transmitter (incl. Battery): Part no. RCT-20U/E
- Holding bracket for transmitter unit: Part no. RC-HOLDER
*U For the USA confi guration
*E For European confi guration
*U For the USA confi guration
*E For European confi guration
*U For the USA confi guration
*E For European confi guration
*U For the USA confi guration
*E For European confi guration
*U For the USA confi guration
*E For European confi guration
Remote Layout & Functions MC_0175
Bow directional control for
the thruster.
Stern directional control for
the thruster.
Directional control
for the thruster.
Windlass
retract
Windlass release
Bow windlass
release
Bow windlass
release
Stern windlass
release
Bow windlass
retract
Bow windlass
retract
Stern windlass
retract
Stern windlass
retract
Bow directional
control for the
thruster.
Stern directional
control for the
thruster.
Pair Button
Pair Button
Dual Bow and stern
directional control for
the thruster.
Dual Bow and stern
directional control for
the thruster.
*U For the USA confi guration
*E For European confi guration
*U For the USA confi guration
*E For European confi guration
*U For the USA confi guration
*E For European confi guration
*U For the USA confi guration
*E For European confi guration
*U For the USA confi guration
*E For European confi guration
*U For the USA confi guration
*E For European confi guration
RCT-20(U/E)
RCRS-2(U/E) RCR-2(U/E)
RCT-22(U/E)
Receiver
Remote Transmitter
RCT-21(U/E)
RCT-23(U/E)
Turn ‘ON’ the
remote radio
Turn ‘ON’ the
remote radio
Turn ‘ON’ the
remote radio
Turn ‘ON’ the
remote radio
Turn ‘OFF’ the
remote radio
Turn ‘OFF’ the
remote radio
Turn ‘OFF’ the
remote radio
Turn ‘OFF’ the
remote radio
Stern windlass
release

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User Operation
General operation
1. Turn on the main power switch for the bow thruster. (NB: Always turn off the main power switch when not on-board.)
2. Turn on the control panel by pushing the/ both “ON” button(s) on the original Sleipner panel simultaneously.
*Turn off the control panel by pushing the “OFF” button
3. To Turn the bow/ stern in the desired direction:
The following is an operation guide to ALL Sleipner control products. Ensure to familiarise yourself with the functionality and operation of your specifi c
control device.
Take time to practice operation in open water to become familiar with the thruster and to avoid damages to your boat or people.
Hold Button
+ or -
Will increase or decrease the holding force output of the thrusters
Button control panels
For button control, push the button in the
corresponding direction you wish the bow/ stern to move.
Joystick control panels
For joystick control, move the joystick in the direction
you wish the bow/ stern to move.
(NB: If equipped for proportional control move the joystick equivalent to the amount of thrust you intend to receive.)
* For other controls like foot switches or toggle-switches please refer to that products user manual for detailed operational use.
Hold functionality
If equipped with ‘hold’ functionality push the button in the corresponding direction you wish the thrusters to engage a holding pattern:
Operating a combined bow and stern thruster
The combination of a bow and stern thruster offers total manoeuvrability to move the bow and the stern separately from each other or in unison. This
enables the boat to move sideways in both directions or turn the boat around a 360º axis while staying stationary.
Remote controls
Drift
Depending on the sideways speed of the bow/ stern, you must disengage the control device shortly before the vessel is in the desired position.
(NB: Be aware the boat will continue to move after disengaging the thruster control.)
At any signifi cant cruising speed (+1-2 kn) the side thruster will have little effect to steer the vessel.
Ensure the remote control is held in the same direction as the boat during operation.
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Activating the bow thruster Activating the stern thruster
Activating both bow and
stern thruster to rotate the
boat on axis
Activating both bow and
stern thruster to push the
boat sideways
Activating lowers Anchor/
Windlass
Activating raises Anchor/
Windlass
User Operation
General operation
1. Turn on the main power switch for the bow thruster. (NB: Always turn off the main power switch when not on-board.)
2. Turn on the control panel by pushing the/ both “ON” button(s) on the original Sleipner panel simultaneously.
*Turn off the control panel by pushing the “OFF” button
3. To Turn the bow/ stern in the desired direction:
The following is an operation guide to ALL Sleipner control products. Ensure to familiarise yourself with the functionality and operation of your specifi c
control device.
Take time to practice operation in open water to become familiar with the thruster and to avoid damages to your boat or people.
Hold Button
+ or -
Will increase or decrease the holding force output of the thrusters
Button control panels
For button control, push the button in the
corresponding direction you wish the bow/ stern to move.
Joystick control panels
For joystick control, move the joystick in the direction
you wish the bow/ stern to move.
(NB: If equipped for proportional control move the joystick equivalent to the amount of thrust you intend to receive.)
* For other controls like foot switches or toggle-switches please refer to that products user manual for detailed operational use.
Hold functionality
If equipped with ‘hold’ functionality push the button in the corresponding direction you wish the thrusters to engage a holding pattern:
Operating a combined bow and stern thruster
The combination of a bow and stern thruster offers total manoeuvrability to move the bow and the stern separately from each other or in unison. This
enables the boat to move sideways in both directions or turn the boat around a 360º axis while staying stationary.
Remote controls
Drift
Depending on the sideways speed of the bow/ stern, you must disengage the control device shortly before the vessel is in the desired position.
(NB: Be aware the boat will continue to move after disengaging the thruster control.)
At any signifi cant cruising speed (+1-2 kn) the side thruster will have little effect to steer the vessel.
Ensure the remote control is held in the same direction as the boat during operation.
MC_0059
!Please refer to the graphic for special considerations relating to your model !

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Programming Additional Transmitters/ Remote Controls
The original transmitter and receiver have the same factory pre-set code so that no programming is necessary. When additional transmitters
remote controls are to be used, the additional transmitters/remote controls have to be paired with the receiver.
1. Be sure that there is power on the receiver (Green status LED blinking) and that the transmitter that should be paired is off.
2. Push the Pair Button on the receiver to put the receiver in pairing mode (as shown above). Both red and green LED’s should start to blink
simultaneously.
3. Within 10s after the receiver pair button is pushed, set the transmitter in pairing mode by holding the off button and pressing both “ON” buttons
at the same time, all the transmitter LED’s turn on indicating that it is set in pairing mode. When a pairing signal is received from the receiver the
transmitter LED’s while turn off and the system is ready to be used. If no pairing signal received within 10s the transmitter will leave the pairing
mode.
4. Additional transmitters/remote controls must be programmed according to step 2-3. You can pair up to 4 transmitters/remote controls.
5. To clear all transmitters/remote controls paired with the receiver hold the pair button on the receiver for approximately 10s until the red and
green led stop blinking. When the LED’s stop blinking release the pair button, the green led will again start to blink when the receiver has
completed the reset process. The receiver is then ready to pair with up to four transmitters/remote controls. Take time to practice operation in
open water to become familiar with the thruster and to avoid damages to your boat or people.
MC_0181
!Please refer to the graphic for special considerations relating to your model !
MG_0197
Pair Button Pair Button
Pair Button
Pair Button

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Pair Button Pair Button
Pair Button
Pair Button
MG_0200
Pair Button
Pair Button
Pair Button
Pair Button
Programming Additional Transmitters/ Remote Controls
The original transmitter and receiver have the same factory pre-set code so that no programming is necessary. When additional transmitters
remote controls are to be used, the additional transmitters/remote controls have to be paired with the receiver.
1. Be sure there is power on the receiver (S-link status LED is blinking green or continuous green ) and the transmitter that should be paired is off.
2. Push the Pair Button on the receiver to put the receiver in pairing mode (as shown above). The LINK/ACT LED should start to blink.
3. Within 10s after the receiver pair button is pushed, set the transmitter in pairing mode by holding the off button and pressing both “ON” buttons
at the same time, all the transmitter LED’s turn on indicating that it is set in pairing mode. When a pairing signal is received from the receiver the
transmitter LED’s while turn off and the system is ready to be used. If no pairing signal received within 10s the transmitter will leave the pairing
mode.
4. Additional transmitters must be programmed according to step 2-3. You can pair up to 4 transmitters.
5. To clear all transmitters paired with the receiver hold the pair button on the receiver for approximately 10s until the LINK/ACT LED stops blinking.
When the LED stops blinking release the pair button. The receiver is then ready to pair with up to four transmitters.
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Transmitter Installation and Battery Replacement
1. Open the transmitter case by removing the 3 torx screws.
2. Remove the battery by inserting a screwdriver or similar between battery and holder at point A and flip the battery out, taking care not to damage
the battery grips at point B.
3. Insert the new battery (Type CR2032, 3V - Brand name recommended). Ensure to insert the battery with the positive pole up diagonally into the
battery holder, ensuring that the edge of the battery is under the battery grips (B). Press the battery down until secured at point A.
4. Close the transmitter. Put the cover back in place, ensure that the rubber seal between remote upper and the lower part is located correctly. Place
the 3 screws (remember sealing washer) in their recessed holes and tighten carefully.
MC_0178
!Please refer to the graphic for special considerations relating to your model !
IMPORTANT
Before working on the transmitter, deactivate the transmitter and the receiver (push “OFF” on the transmitter(s)) and turn off the power to the
receiver as well as the thruster main switch.
MG_0194
Battery
A
B
AB

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Transmitter Installation and Battery Replacement
1. Open the transmitter case by removing the 3 torx screws.
2. Remove the battery by inserting a screwdriver or similar between battery and holder at point A and flip the battery out, taking care not to damage
the battery grips at point B.
3. Insert the new battery (Type CR2032, 3V - Brand name recommended). Ensure to insert the battery with the positive pole up diagonally into the
battery holder, ensuring that the edge of the battery is under the battery grips (B). Press the battery down until secured at point A.
4. Close the transmitter. Put the cover back in place, ensure that the rubber seal between remote upper and the lower part is located correctly. Place
the 3 screws (remember sealing washer) in their recessed holes and tighten carefully.
MC_0178
!Please refer to the graphic for special considerations relating to your model !
IMPORTANT
Before working on the transmitter, deactivate the transmitter and the receiver (push “OFF” on the transmitter(s)) and turn off the power to the
receiver as well as the thruster main switch.
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Battery
A
B
AB
Transmitter LED Operation and Alarm Indication
Receiver LED Indicator
S-Link Receiver LED Indicator
MC_0182
MC_0182
MC_0182
State LED status Alarm status
Transmitter ON The yellow LED’s
blink each second
No sound
Buttons activated The yellow LED’s
blink fast
No sound
Pairing mode All LED’s on No sound
Connection lost Red LED is blink-
ing once each
second
3 beeps from the
buzzer each second
Low battery Red LED blink One beep
State LED status
Power on the receiver and no transmitter connect-
ed
Green LED is blinking
Power on the receiver and at least one transmitter
connected
Green LED on
No power to the receiver. Both LED is off
Receiver in pairing mode Both the red and
green LED blinking
State S-Link LED status
No power to receiver OFF
OK, S-Link Bus active Continuous GREEN
No activity on S-Link bus Blinking GREEN
State Link/ACT LED status
Remote off OFF
At least one transmitter connected ON
Device in pairing mode Blinking

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When installing an S-Link™ system DO NOT connect any other control equipment directly to the S-Link™ bus except original Sleipner S-Link™ products.
In case of connecting third-party equipment, it must always be connected through a Sleipner-supplied interface product.
Any attempt to directly control or connect into the S-Link™ control system without a designated and approved interface will render all warranties and
responsibilities of all of the connected Sleipner products.
If you are interfacing the S-Link™ bus by agreement with Sleipner through a designated Sleipner supplied interface, you are still required to install at
least one original Sleipner control panel to enable efficient troubleshooting if necessary. MC_0105
The installer must read this document to ensure necessary familiarity with the product before installation.
Instructions in this document cannot be guaranteed to comply with all international and national regulations. It is the responsibility of the
installer to follow all applicable international and national regulations when installing Sleipner products.
The recommendations given in this document are guidelines ONLY, and Sleipner strongly recommends that advice is obtained from a person
familiar with the particular vessel and applicable regulations.
This document contains general installation instructions intended to support experienced installers. If you are not skilled in this type of work,
please contact professional installers for assistance.
If required by local regulation, electrical work must be done by a licensed professional.
Appropriate health and safety procedures must be followed during installation.
Faulty installation of Sleipner products will render all warranties given by Sleipner Motor AS.
MC_0038
Responsibility of the Installer
MC_0211
Signals Considerations and Precautions
IMPORTANT
Sleipner has developed remote controls with approval in the EU and US markets. However, it is the Importers responsibility to comply with all
restrictions and legislation on radio signals in the country to which it is imported.
MG_0193
Mount the receiver
by using the 4 holes
SLEIPNER AS
P.O. Box 519
N-1612 Fredrikstad
Norway
www.sleipnergroup.com
DOCUMENT ID:
REVISION:
DATE:
LANGUAGE:
Installation Guide
Failure to follow the considerations and precautions can cause serious injury,
damage and will render all warranties given by Sleipner Motor as VOID.
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S-Link Receiver Installation
• Install the receiver minimum 1 meter (3ft) from high power cables and data communication cables or other sources of electrical interference, i.e.
navigation instruments, radio communication devices, electric motors and generators.
• Install the receiver minimum 1 meter (3ft) above sea level.
• Install the receiver outside of shielded areas for radio signals, i.e. boxes made of metals or other material with shielding properties.
• Install the receiver in a dry environment, where no condensation can enter the unit. (The receiver assembly is not waterproof.).
• Mount the receiver using the four holes.
• The receiver is powered by the S-link cable.
• Connect the supplied wiring harnesses to the receiver unit according to the wiring diagram. Connect thrusters and windlasses to the appropriate
connectors according to the diagram.
• For use with other windlass brands, connections must be determined by the installer according to the out put signals diagram.
MC_0183
!Please refer to the graphic for special considerations relating to your model !
MG_0193
Mount the receiver
by using the 4 holes
SLEIPNER AS
P.O. Box 519
N-1612 Fredrikstad
Norway
www.sleipnergroup.com
DOCUMENT ID:
REVISION:
DATE:
LANGUAGE:
Installation Guide
Failure to follow the considerations and precautions can cause serious injury,
damage and will render all warranties given by Sleipner Motor as VOID.
MC_0411

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Receiver Installation
• Install the receiver minimum 1 meter (3ft) from high power cables and data communication cables or other sources of electrical interference, i.e.
navigation instruments, radio communication devices, electric motors and generators.
• Install the receiver minimum 1 meter (3ft) above sea level.
• Install the receiver outside of shielded areas for radio signals, i.e. boxes made of metals or other material with shielding properties.
• Install the receiver in a dry environment, where no condensation can enter the unit. (The receiver assembly is not waterproof.).
• Mount the receiver using the four holes.
• The receiver must have a separate power supply fi tted with a 5 Amp fuse in the positive lead that has either a separate power switch or is shut off
by the thrusters system main power switch. The receiver can not be powered by the thrusters/windlass control looms even if you fi nd positive and
negative lead there.
• Connect the supplied wiring harnesses to the receiver unit according to the wiring diagram. Connect thrusters and windlasses to the appropriate
connectors according to the diagram.
• For use with other windlass brands, connections must be determined by the installer according to the out put signals diagram.
NB: Max. load on the windlass signal output is 4A! If the windlass requires more than 4A, use extra control relay.
MC_0177
!Please refer to the graphic for special considerations relating to your model !
IMPORTANT
Remote receiver power supply negative lead must be connected to the thrusters’ negative lead. Bow and stern thruster must have a common
negative. Power to the thrusters must be switched off during installation!
MG_0193
Mount the receiver
by using the 4 holes
Transmitter/Receiver - Technical Specifi cations
S-Link Transmitter/Receiver - Technical Specifi cations
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MC_0176
Transmitter Receiver
Power feed 1x3V battery (type: CR2032) 12V or 24V power source
Frequency (MHz) 868 MHz 868 MHz
RF-power <10mW <10mW
Operation temp. -10°C / +55°C -10°C / +55°C
HxWxD (mm) 107x47x21 83x136x36
Weight (g) 60 275
Voltage 8-30V
Standby power <300mW
Load, max 4A
Transmitter Receiver
Power feed 1x3V battery (type: CR2032) 12V or 24V power source
Frequency (MHz) 868 MHz 868 MHz
Operation temp. -10°C / +55°C -10°C / +55°C
HxWxD (mm) 107x47x21 110x35x35
Weight (g) 60 170
Voltage 8-30V
Operating range 30m under normal operating conditions

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Receiver Installation
• Install the receiver minimum 1 meter (3ft) from high power cables and data communication cables or other sources of electrical interference, i.e.
navigation instruments, radio communication devices, electric motors and generators.
• Install the receiver minimum 1 meter (3ft) above sea level.
• Install the receiver outside of shielded areas for radio signals, i.e. boxes made of metals or other material with shielding properties.
• Install the receiver in a dry environment, where no condensation can enter the unit. (The receiver assembly is not waterproof.).
• Mount the receiver using the four holes.
• The receiver must have a separate power supply fi tted with a 5 Amp fuse in the positive lead that has either a separate power switch or is shut off
by the thrusters system main power switch. The receiver can not be powered by the thrusters/windlass control looms even if you fi nd positive and
negative lead there.
• Connect the supplied wiring harnesses to the receiver unit according to the wiring diagram. Connect thrusters and windlasses to the appropriate
connectors according to the diagram.
• For use with other windlass brands, connections must be determined by the installer according to the out put signals diagram.
NB: Max. load on the windlass signal output is 4A! If the windlass requires more than 4A, use extra control relay.
MC_0177
!Please refer to the graphic for special considerations relating to your model !
IMPORTANT
Remote receiver power supply negative lead must be connected to the thrusters’ negative lead. Bow and stern thruster must have a common
negative. Power to the thrusters must be switched off during installation!
MG_0193
Mount the receiver
by using the 4 holes
MG_0191
112
145
118
4
7
110
15
38
107
21
97
57
45
83
36
47
136
Ø 4.5
Ø 3
Ø 3
Transmitter/Receiver - Technical Specifi cations
S-Link Transmitter/Receiver - Technical Specifi cations
MC_0176
MC_0176
Transmitter Receiver
Power feed 1x3V battery (type: CR2032) 12V or 24V power source
Frequency (MHz) 868 MHz 868 MHz
RF-power <10mW <10mW
Operation temp. -10°C / +55°C -10°C / +55°C
HxWxD (mm) 107x47x21 83x136x36
Weight (g) 60 275
Voltage 8-30V
Standby power <300mW
Load, max 4A
Transmitter Receiver
Power feed 1x3V battery (type: CR2032) 12V or 24V power source
Frequency (MHz) 868 MHz 868 MHz
Operation temp. -10°C / +55°C -10°C / +55°C
HxWxD (mm) 107x47x21 110x35x35
Weight (g) 60 170
Voltage 8-30V
Operating range 30m under normal operating conditions

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MG_0406
Technical Wiring Diagram
RED
BLACK
BOW STERN
STERN
BOW
To Bow
Thruster
To Stern
Thruster
To Thruster
Control Panel
To Windlass
Control Panel
To Thruster
Control Panel
To Windlass
Control Panel
To Bow
Windlass
To Stern
Windlass
Battery12/24V
+ -
FUSE
5A
IMPORTANT
Cables/wires must be cable tied well.
IMPORTANT
Power cables must be connected to the
battery as shown. Remaining wires must
be cable tied well.
RCT-20(U/E)

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MG_0406
Technical Wiring Diagram
RED
BLACK
BOW STERN
STERN
BOW
To Bow
Thruster
To Stern
Thruster
To Thruster
Control Panel
To Windlass
Control Panel
To Thruster
Control Panel
To Windlass
Control Panel
To Bow
Windlass
To Stern
Windlass
Battery12/24V
+ -
FUSE
5A
IMPORTANT
Cables/wires must be cable tied well.
IMPORTANT
Power cables must be connected to the
battery as shown. Remaining wires must
be cable tied well.
RCT-20(U/E)
MG_0407
Technical Wiring Diagram
RED
BLACK
BOW
STERN
STERN
BOW
To Bow
Thruster
To Stern
Thruster
To Thruster
Control Panel
To Windlass
Control Panel
To Thruster
Control Panel
To Windlass
Control Panel
To Bow
Windlass
To Stern
Windlass
Battery12/24V
+ -
FUSE
5A
IMPORTANT
Cables/wires must be cable tied well.
IMPORTANT
Power cables must be connected to the
battery as shown. Remaining wires must
be cable tied well.
RCT-21(U/E)

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MG_0408
Technical Wiring Diagram
RED
BLACK
BOW
STERN
STERN
BOW
To Bow
Thruster
To Stern
Thruster
To Thruster
Control Panel
To Windlass
Control Panel
To Thruster
Control Panel
To Windlass
Control Panel
To Bow
Windlass
To Stern
Windlass
Battery12/24V
+ -
FUSE
5A
IMPORTANT
Cables/wires must be cable tied well.
IMPORTANT
Power cables must be connected to the
battery as shown. Remaining wires must
be cable tied well.
RCT-22(U/E)

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MG_0408
Technical Wiring Diagram
RED
BLACK
BOW
STERN
STERN
BOW
To Bow
Thruster
To Stern
Thruster
To Thruster
Control Panel
To Windlass
Control Panel
To Thruster
Control Panel
To Windlass
Control Panel
To Bow
Windlass
To Stern
Windlass
Battery12/24V
+ -
FUSE
5A
IMPORTANT
Cables/wires must be cable tied well.
IMPORTANT
Power cables must be connected to the
battery as shown. Remaining wires must
be cable tied well.
RCT-22(U/E)
MG_0195
Technical Wiring Diagram
RED
BLACK
BOW STERN
STERN
BOW
To Bow
Thruster
To Stern
Thruster
To Thruster
Control Panel
To Windlass
Control Panel
To Thruster
Control Panel
To Windlass
Control Panel
To Bow
Windlass
To Stern
Windlass
Battery12/24V
+ -
FUSE
5A
IMPORTANT
Cables/wires must be cable tied well.
IMPORTANT
Power cables must be connected to the
battery as shown. Remaining wires must
be cable tied well.
RCT-23(U/E)

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MG_0196
Output Signals Diagram
Thruster Bow
RED - Thruster Positive
BLUE - Thruster STBD
RED - Common
BLUE - Windlass IN
GREY - Windlass OUT
RED - Common
BLUE - Windlass IN
GREY - Windlass OUT
GREY - Thruster PORT
YELLOW - Automatic Main switch Enable
RED - Thruster Positive
BLUE - Thruster STBD
GREY - Thruster PORT
YELLOW - Automatic Main switch Enable
Thruster Stern
Windlass Bow
Windlass Stern
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