FLIR 00723193774298, Installation & Operation Instructions

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7.3 Autopilot response levels
The Evolution autopilot system features a number
of different response levels to help you quickly
configure the system for optimum performance for
the current conditions. In Wind Vane mode, Wind
Trim is automatically set by your selected response
level.
The available response levels are:
• Leisure — suitable for long passages where tight
heading control is not critical.
• Cruising — good course-keeping without
overworking the pilot.
• Performance — emphasis on tight heading
control.
You can change the response level at any time by
selecting
MENU > Response Level . Then select
Save to keep the changes.
7.4 Initial setup and commissioning
Commissioning pre-requisites
Before commissioning your system for the first time,
check that the following processes have been carried
out correctly:
• Autopilot system installation completed in
accordance with the Installation instructions.
• SeaTalk ng network installed in accordance with the
SeaTalk ng Reference Manual.
• Where fitted, the GPS receiver has been installed
and connected in accordance with the associated
Installation instructions.
Check also that the commissioning engineer is
familiar with the installation and components of the
autopilot system including:
• Vessel type.
• Vessel steering system information.
• What the autopilot will be used for.
• System layout: components and connections (you
should have a schematic of the vessel’s autopilot
system).
Initial set-up
Initial set-up involves the following steps:
Important: Before proceeding with the initial
set-up or commissioning of an Evolution autopilot
system with a
p70 , p70s , p70R or p70Rs Pilot
Controller, ensure that the Pilot controller, EV and
ACU software is updated to the latest versions.
Refer to
http://www.raymarine.co.uk/software to
download the latest software and view instructions
on how to upgrade the software of your products,
using an MFD.
1. Power-up your Pilot Controller.
2. Specify your preferred language and appropriate
vessel type, using the Set-up wizard .
3. Complete the dockside calibration process, using
the Dockside wizard :
For vessels without
a rudder reference
transducer:
For vessels with a rudder
reference transducer:
Drive Type selection Drive Type selection
Align Rudder (rudder
alignment)
Rudder Limit setting Rudder Limit setting
Hard Over Time (if you do not
already know your hard over
time, you should skip this
step in the Dockside Wizard
and enter the value manually
afterwards.
Rudder Drive check Rudder Drive check
4. Once the dockside wizard is complete, specify
the hard-over time (only applies to systems that
do NOT include a rudder reference transducer).
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