Simrad ROBERTSON AP45 User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUALRobertson AP45Autopilot20220042/6/02

Page IV Robertson AP45 AutopilotTable of contentsSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayFIG. 5-8 AP45/FI100-40 FLUXGATE INTERFACE - WIRING...

Page 7-4 Robertson AP45 AutopilotTrouble shootingSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayG45 GYRO INTERFACEReadjusting procedure of 2,5V reference voltage

Robertson AP45 AutopilotTrouble shootingSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 7-5Factory settings:LANGUAGE: ENGLISHCOMPASS: MAGN. COMPASSOFF COUR

Page 7-6 Robertson AP45 AutopilotTrouble shootingSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayStep through the loop by pressing the WEATHER button.Display text

Robertson AP45 AutopilotTrouble shootingSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 7-7Proceeding through the DEBUG-mode you will get access to the adjus

Page 7-8 Robertson AP45 AutopilotTrouble shootingSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayThe AP45 is as a standard set up with the NMEA 0183 CTS&XTE m

Robertson AP45 AutopilotSpare parts and drawingsSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 8-18. SPARE PARTS AND DRAWINGS20159240 AP45 Control Unit w/i

Page 8-2 Robertson AP45 AutopilotSpare parts and drawingsSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayFig. 8-1AP45 Exploded viewNote!Pos. 3 (N40 Nav. Interface

Robertson AP45 AutopilotSpare parts and drawingsSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 8-3Fig. 8-2AP45 Signal referenceJ1 1 N.C. 2 Watch alarm sen

Page 8-4 Robertson AP45 AutopilotSpare parts and drawingsSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - Norway20120861 CD109 Course Detector with holder20120721 1 CD10

Robertson AP45 AutopilotSpare parts and drawingsSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 8-520157202 G40A Gyro Interface Unit20157228 G40A PC-board as

Robertson AP45 AutopilotGeneral InformationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 1-11. GENERAL INFORMATIONToday Simrad manufacture a complete rang

Page 8-6 Robertson AP45 AutopilotSpare parts and drawingsSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayFig. 8-5G40A Circuit diagram

Robertson AP45 AutopilotSpare parts and drawingsSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 8-720158200 G45 Gyro Interface (1:1 SYNC)20158226 G45 PCB as

Page 8-8 Robertson AP45 AutopilotSpare parts and drawingsSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayFig. 8-7G45 Circuit diagram

Robertson AP45 AutopilotSpare parts and drawingsSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 8-920155008 FI100-40/VDO Fluxgate Interface20155206 FI100-40/

Page 8-10 Robertson AP45 AutopilotSpare parts and drawingsSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - Norway21102579 J45S Junction Unit21102827 PC-board complete211

Robertson AP45 AutopilotSpare parts and drawingsSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 8-11Fig. 8-10J45S Circuit diagram

Page 8-12 Robertson AP45 AutopilotSpare parts and drawingsSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - Norway21102611 J45A Junction Unit21099981 J101A-40 Junction Un

Robertson AP45 AutopilotSpare parts and drawingsSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 8-13Fig. 8-12J45A Circuit diagram

Page 8-14 Robertson AP45 AutopilotSpare parts and drawingsSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - Norway20171377 F200-40 Remote Control w/mounting accessories20

Robertson AP45 AutopilotSpare parts and drawingsSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 8-15Fig. 8-14F200-40 Circuit diagram

Page 1-2 Robertson AP45 AutopilotGeneral InformationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - Norway1. Magnetic compass with CD109 Course Detector2. RFC35NS Flu

Page 8-16 Robertson AP45 AutopilotSpare parts and drawingsSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - Norway23601800 S9 Non Follow Up steering lever23601859 Lever w

Robertson AP45 AutopilotSpare parts and drawingsSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 8-1722015655 RI9 Rudder Angle Indicator22015663 Mounting kit2

Page 8-18 Robertson AP45 AutopilotSpare parts and drawingsSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - Norway

Robertson AP45 AutopilotSales and service worldwideSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 9-19. Sales and service worldwide (150502)EUROPEAUSTRIAAl

Page 9-2 Robertson AP45 AutopilotSales and service worldwideSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwaySOUTH AFRICAMarine Radio AcousticDevicesP O Box 12076N

Robertson AP45 AutopilotGeneral InformationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 1-3Except for a bigger cabinet, the J45S and the J45A junction uni

Page 1-4 Robertson AP45 AutopilotGeneral InformationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayRI9 Rudder Angle IndicatorRI9 is an analogue indicator showing

Robertson AP45 AutopilotOperationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 2-12. OPERATION OF THE AUTOPILOTFig. 2-1AP45 Control Unit - front panelAP45

Page 2-2 Robertson AP45 AutopilotOperationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayAny difference between course to steer and the vessel's actual head

Robertson AP45 AutopilotOperationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 2-3ALARMThe acoustic alarm is reset by pressing the red alarm push button.Al

Page 2-4 Robertson AP45 AutopilotOperationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayThese buttons are used to alter various settings. Each time one button i

Robertson AP45 AutopilotOperationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 2-5The PORT and STBD push buttons are for minor course adjustments, pressedo

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Page 2-6 Robertson AP45 AutopilotOperationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayWAYPOI NT 1WAYPOI NT 2WAYPOI NT 3New heading = 70°Heading =100°INFO DISP

Robertson AP45 AutopilotOperationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 2-7Example:R indicates that the vessel is located to the right of the bearin

Page 2-8 Robertson AP45 AutopilotOperationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayFor some navigational receivers, bearing to a waypoint or course to stee

Robertson AP45 AutopilotOperationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 2-9WAYPOINT 1WAYPOI NT 2WAYPOINT 3Updat eUpdat eUpdat eALARMACCEPT CHANGE?Y:

Page 2-10 Robertson AP45 AutopilotOperationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayThe different types of Remote Controls that can be connected to AP45, h

Robertson AP45 AutopilotOperationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 2-11F200-40 with dodgingPress AP45ModeFunction AP45 Display F200 DisplayMANU

Page 2-12 Robertson AP45 AutopilotOperationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayAlternative operation.The S9 can be configured in four alternatives. At

Robertson AP45 AutopilotOperationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 2-13Alternative 3 (R = 3K)S9 Lever AP45 Mode Function AP45 DisplaysIN MANUAL

Page 2-14 Robertson AP45 AutopilotOperationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayOperationThe FU91 is activated by operating the push totake command (PT

Robertson AP45 AutopilotOperationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 2-15Multiple FU91 installationThe operation of each lever is identical to ab

NOTE!Simrad Egersund AS makes every effort to ensure that the informationcontained within this document is correct. However, our equipment iscontinuou

Page 2-16 Robertson AP45 AutopilotOperationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayThe following fault warnings may be shown on the Information Display:OF

Robertson AP45 AutopilotOperationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 2-17A selection of standard settings is then automatically entered into the

Page 2-18 Robertson AP45 AutopilotOperationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - Norway.

Robertson AP45 AutopilotDesign and theory of operationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 3-13. DESIGN AND THEORY OF OPERATIONAn autopilot is an

Page 3-2 Robertson AP45 AutopilotDesign and theory of operationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayIn order to stop the rudder movement, a feedback si

Robertson AP45 AutopilotDesign and theory of operationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 3-3The rudder feedback unit transmits rudder angle info

Page 3-4 Robertson AP45 AutopilotDesign and theory of operationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayRF14XU is equipped with two sets of limit switches.

Robertson AP45 AutopilotDesign and theory of operationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 3-5Fig. 3-6Solenoids with positive commonFig. 3-7Soleno

Page 3-6 Robertson AP45 AutopilotDesign and theory of operationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayThe J45A operates reversible hydraulic power units

Robertson AP45 AutopilotTechnical specificationsSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 4-14. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONSDimensions: ...

Robertson AP45 Modification recordSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayMODIFICATION RECORDRobertson AP45 AutopilotDocument revisionsRev. Written by Che

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Robertson AP45 AutopilotTechnical specificationsSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 4-9Dimensions:...See Fig. 4-11.Wei

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Robertson AP45 AutopilotTechnical specificationsSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 4-11Dimensions:...See Fig. 4-14.We

Robertson AP45 Modification recordSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayIMPORTANT!An autopilot is a very useful navigational aid, but DOES NOT under any

Page 4-12 Robertson AP45 AutopilotTechnical specificationsSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayDimensions:...

Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 5-15. INSTALLATIONCare should be taken when unpacking and handling the e

Page 5-2 Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayThe cable conductors are connected to the connector block according t

Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 5-3Fig. 5-4AP45 External cabling diagram

Page 5-4 Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayAP45 is designed for connection to one compass only. However, a combi

Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 5-5The course detector ismounted on the ship'smagnetic compass totra

Page 5-6 Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayFWDThe RFC35NS (part no. 22083596) substitutes the Robertson RFC250 F

Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 5-7Fig. 5-6 AP45/RFC35NS - connectionJ1NMEAJ2ROBNETJ3EXT.COMPVIN-WHITE (

Page 5-8 Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - Norwayconfirmation in the display if the AP45 has a software revision earli

Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 5-9The G40A is required when a Gyro Compass with geared synchro or steppe

Robertson AP45 Modification recordSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - Norway

Page 5-10 Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayFig. 5-10G40A PC-board - Switch locationPower turn-onAfter power tur

Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 5-11The G45 is required when a gyrocompass with 1:1 ratio synchro signal

Page 5-12 Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayFig. 5-13G45 Input/output(Part of RGC Gyrocompass delivery)The RGC S

Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 5-13The RF45X is normally mounted with theshaft pointing upwards. It can,

Page 5-14 Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - Norwaymanually h.o. - h.o. and make sure the transmission link is moving f

Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 5-15Fig. 5-18RF45 TemplateScale 1:1

Page 5-16 Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - Norway

Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 5-17Electrical installationElectrical connection is shown in Fig. 5-21. T

Page 5-18 Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayVIOLETBROWNPINKBLACKREDWHITEWHITEBLACKREDBLUE (GND)YELLOW (+5V)GREEN

Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 5-19On the inside of the feedback unit cover, a piece of moisture protect

Robertson AP45 AutopilotTable of contentsSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage ITABLE OF CONTENTS1. GENERAL INFORMATION...

Page 5-20 Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayThe unit has separate mains supply for the autopilot electronics and

Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 5-21The junction unit is made for bulkhead mounting and secured by two sc

Page 5-22 Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayFig. 5-23AP45 Wiring diagram - basic system (015936H)

Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 5-23Fig. 5-24AP45 Wiring diagram - solenoids with positive common (015936

Page 5-24 Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayFig. 5-25AP45 Wiring diagram - solenoids with negative common (01593

Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 5-25Fig. 5-26AP45/J45 Wiring diagram

Page 5-26 Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayThis unit is fixed to a mounting bracket, which is secured by four s

Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 5-27The different alternatives are described on page 2-12, and are the re

Page 5-28 Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayMountingFig. 5-31FU91 MountingFor bulkhead mounting, use the 8 bushi

Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 5-29Fig. 5-33FU91 with mode switchingThe two diodes (1N4002 or similar) a

Page II Robertson AP45 AutopilotTable of contentsSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayRI9 Rudder Angle Indicator ...

Page 5-30 Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayThe unit is mounted to bulkhead or panel by two screws from the fron

Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 5-31The RI9 is designed for bulkhead or panel mounting, and should be pla

Page 5-32 Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayFig. 5-38 RI9 Input signal selectionNote!When changing from voltage

Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 5-33The RI35 is designed for flush, bulkhead or bracket mounting, and sho

Page 5-34 Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPanel mounting• Make a panel cut-out of 126 x 102 mm.• Use the sup

Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 5-35IlluminationThe scale is illuminated by internal LED’s. The illuminat

Page 5-36 Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayThe AP45 is preset to accept signals of NMEA 0183 format. For 180/18

Robertson AP45 AutopilotInstallationSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 5-37The output from the navigational receiver is connected to AP45 J3 pin

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Robertson AP45 AutopilotStart-Up procedure / CommissioningSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 6-16. START-UP PROCEDURE/ COMMISSIONINGAfter finis

Robertson AP45 AutopilotTable of contentsSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage III7. TROUBLE SHOOTING ...

Page 6-2 Robertson AP45 AutopilotStart-Up procedure / CommissioningSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayThe rudder speed is a contributing factor to au

Robertson AP45 AutopilotStart-Up procedure / CommissioningSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 6-3will be shown in the informationdisplay instead

Page 6-4 Robertson AP45 AutopilotStart-Up procedure / CommissioningSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayAP45 has been set up for magnetic compass from

Robertson AP45 AutopilotStart-Up procedure / CommissioningSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 6-5The COUNTER RUDDER serves two purposes, firstly

Page 6-6 Robertson AP45 AutopilotStart-Up procedure / CommissioningSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayIn some occasions, e.g. at very low speed, it m

Robertson AP45 AutopilotStart-Up procedure / CommissioningSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 6-74. Make several major course changes to test th

Page 6-8 Robertson AP45 AutopilotStart-Up procedure / CommissioningSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - Norway

Robertson AP45 AutopilotTrouble shootingSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 7-17. TROUBLE SHOOTINGThe following fault warnings may be shown on t

Page 7-2 Robertson AP45 AutopilotTrouble shootingSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayCheck that the nav. receiver is turned on and set up properly (se

Robertson AP45 AutopilotTrouble shootingSimrad Robertson ASEgersund - NorwayPage 7-3b. Enter the DEBUG-mode (see page 7-5) and verify that the sine a