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Chapter 11: ACU-200, ACU-300, ACU-400 connections

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11.1 ACU-200, ACU-300, ACU-400 connections on page 84

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11.2 SeaTalk ® pilot controller connection on page 103

ACU-200, ACU-300, ACU-400 connections

Summary of Contents for E70096

Page 1: ... 2020 Raymarine UK Limited 87180 5 Document number 09 2020 Date English en US Installation instructions EVOLUTION AUTOPILOT EV 1 ACU 100 ACU 150 ACU 200 ACU 300 ACU 400 ...

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Page 3: ...ding or design patents pending Fair Use Statement You may print no more than three copies of this manual for your own use You may not make any further copies or distribute or use the manual in any other way including without limitation exploiting the manual commercially or giving or selling copies to third parties Software updates Check the Raymarine website for the latest software releases for yo...

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Page 5: ...cable products 14 Product documentation 14 Document illustrations 16 Document conventions 16 Chapter 3 Product and system overview 17 3 1 Product overview 18 Required additional components 19 SeaTalkng 19 Multiple data sources MDS 19 System examples 20 Compatible autopilot controllers 26 Compatible drive units 28 Software updates 30 Chapter 4 Parts supplied 31 4 1 Parts supplied EV 1 and EV 2 32 4...

Page 6: ... installation 56 Autopilot drive unit documentation 56 Chapter 9 EV 1 connections 57 9 1 General cabling guidance 58 Cable types and length 58 Cable routing 58 Strain relief 58 Cable shielding 58 9 2 Connections overview EV 1 and EV 2 59 9 3 Connecting SeaTalkng cables 59 9 4 Power connection EV 1 60 9 5 SeaTalkng power connection point 60 In line fuse and thermal breaker ratings 61 SeaTalkng syst...

Page 7: ...drive and bypass valve connection ACU 300 96 VMU adapter connection ACU 400 98 SeaTalkng connection ACU 200 ACU 300 ACU 400 99 Sleep switch connection ACU 200 ACU 300 ACU 400 100 Rudder angle reference sensor connection 100 11 2 SeaTalk pilot controller connection 103 Chapter 12 System checks and troubleshooting 105 12 1 Post installation checks 106 12 2 Autopilot system setup 106 12 3 Rudder damp...

Page 8: ...specification ACU 100 ACU 150 125 16 3 Technical specification ACU 200 ACU 300 ACU 400 126 Chapter 17 Spares and accessories 129 17 1 Spare parts 130 17 2 Evolution SeaTalk ng cable kit 130 17 3 SeaTalkng cables and accessories 132 Appendix A NMEA 2000 sentences PGNs EV 1 and EV 2 135 Appendix B NMEA 2000 sentences PGNs ACU 137 8 ...

Page 9: ...vernment charts notices to mariners caution and proper navigational skill when operating this or any other Raymarine product Warning Potential ignition source This product is NOT approved for use in hazardous flammable atmospheres Do NOT install in a hazardous flammable atmosphere such as in an engine room or near fuel tanks Warning Product grounding Before applying power to this product ensure it...

Page 10: ...roduct by the interaction of the product with products manufactured by others or by errors in information utilized by the product supplied by third parties Suppression ferrites Raymarine cables may be pre fitted or supplied with suppression ferrites These are important for correct EMC performance If ferrites are supplied separately to the cables i e not pre fitted you must fit the supplied ferrite...

Page 11: ...70099 The original Declaration of Conformity certificate may be viewed on the relevant product page at www raymarine com manuals Declaration of Conformity FLIR Belgium BVBA declares that the following products are in compliance with the EMC Directive 2014 30 EU Evolution ACU 300 part number E70139 The original Declaration of Conformity certificate may be viewed on the relevant product page at www ...

Page 12: ... label indicating the serial number of the unit You will need this serial number when registering your product online You should retain the label for future reference IMO and SOLAS The equipment described within this document is intended for use on leisure marine boats and workboats NOT covered by International Maritime Organization IMO and Safety of Life at Sea SOLAS Carriage Regulations Technica...

Page 13: ...Chapter 2 Document information Chapter contents 2 1 Handbook information on page 14 Document information 13 ...

Page 14: ...U 200 Actuator Control Unit ACU 15 A E70139 ACU 300 Actuator Control Unit ACU 5 A E70100 ACU 400 Actuator Control Unit ACU 30 A Product documentation The following documentation is applicable to your product Evolution documentation Description Part number Evolution autopilot system Installation instructions Plan and install an autopilot system including an EV 1 Attitude Heading Reference Sensor AH...

Page 15: ...propriate document for your autopilot drive unit Description Part number Tiller Drive Installation instructions Installation and commissioning instructions for the following Tiller Drive Q047 87279 ST1000 ST2000 Tiller Drive Owner handbook Installation and commissioning instructions for the following Tiller Drives A12004 A12005 81130 Wheel Drive Installation instructions Installation and commissio...

Page 16: ...pending on product variant and date of manufacture All images are provided for illustration purposes only Document conventions The following conventions are used throughout this document System conventions DockSense System Refers to the complete DockSense system consisting of a processor module multiple cameras and AR250 AR270 sensors Processor module Refers to the black box central processing uni...

Page 17: ...Chapter 3 Product and system overview Chapter contents 3 1 Product overview on page 18 Product and system overview 17 ...

Page 18: ... the centerline of the vessel and pointing towards the vessel s bow Simple connections all Evolution system components are connected to a single SeaTalkng backbone High accuracy accurate course keeping to within 2 degrees in all conditions Built in heading and attitude sensor no additional fluxgate compass required Automatic setup no calibration required The Rudder Gain Rudder Damping Counter Rudd...

Page 19: ...utopilot system Optional Position data source The autopilot uses position data when following routes and calculating the optimum course to steer This data is usually supplied by a GNSS receiver on the SeaTalkng backbone SeaTalkng SeaTalkng Next Generation is an enhanced protocol for connection of compatible marine instruments and equipment It replaces the older SeaTalk and SeaTalk2 protocols SeaTa...

Page 20: ... to the handling of multiple sources of certain types of data Specifically Heading data If a non Evolution source of heading data is designated by the user the Evolution system components will combine this heading data with its own gyro and accelerometer data and then use the improved heading data This combined heading data will also be available to other equipment on the SeaTalkng bus Rudder angl...

Page 21: ...n in the drawing above but available separately as M81105 1 12 V dc power supply providing power to SeaTalkng 2 EV 1 sensor 3 Autopilot controller 4 SeaTalkng backbone 5 SeaTalkng 5 way block 6 Drive unit example 7 12 V dc power supply providing power to the ACU 8 ACU Product and system overview 21 ...

Page 22: ... ACU 150 1 12 V dc power supply providing power to SeaTalkng 2 EV 1 3 Wind transducer only required for Sailing vessels 4 Speed data source a Speed transducer STW or b GNSS Receiver SOG 5 iTC 5 6 12 V dc power supply providing power to the ACU 22 ...

Page 23: ...7 Autopilot controller 8 ACU 9 Drive unit example 10 Rudder angle reference sensor transducer M81105 Product and system overview 23 ...

Page 24: ... is a highly recommended system component not shown in the drawing above but available separately as M81105 1 Autopilot controller 2 EV 1 sensor 3 SeaTalkng backbone 4 12 V 24 V dc power supply providing power to the ACU and SeaTalkng backbone 5 ACU 6 SeaTalkng 5 way block 7 Drive unit example 24 ...

Page 25: ... Autopilot controller 2 EV 1 3 Wind transducer only required for Sailing vessels 4 Speed data source a Speed transducer STW or b GNSS Receiver SOG 5 iTC 5 6 12 V 24 V dc power supply providing power to the ACU and SeaTalkng backbone Product and system overview 25 ...

Page 26: ...controller is required to operate your autopilot system SeaTalk autopilot controller can be used when connected via a SeaTalk to SeaTalkng converter but may have limited functionality More than 1 autopilot controller can be used to control your autopilot system SeaTalkng Autopilot controllers Product name p70s p70Rs p70 p70R ST70 26 ...

Page 27: ...Product name ST70 LightHouse MFD SeaTalk Autopilot Controllers Product name ST6002 ST7002 ST8002 SmartController repeat controller only S100 remote repeat controller only Product and system overview 27 ...

Page 28: ... If you are in any doubt as to the correct drive unit for your vessel contact Raymarine Technical Support or an authorized Raymarine dealer Raymarine autopilot systems accommodate hydraulic mechanical and power assisted stern drive systems Drive category Available types Suitable ACU Max output Type 0 5 ACU 100 7 A Type 1 12 V dc only ACU 150 12 A Type 1 12 V 24 V dc ACU 200 15 A Type 2 ACU 400 30 ...

Page 29: ...ort for vessels with a maximum displacement of 15 000 Kg ACU 400 30 A Mechanical linear drives Used in sailing vessels the mechanical linear drive moves the rudder directly by pushing the tiller arm or a rudder quadrant Correct drive selection depends on the maximum displacement of your vessel Type 2 Long for vessels with a maximum displacement of 20 000 Kg ACU 400 30 A Type 1 for vessels with a m...

Page 30: ...n the product can be updated Raymarine periodically releases software updates to improve product performance and add new features The software on many products can be updated using a connected and compatible multifunction display MFD Refer to www raymarine com software for the latest software updates and the software update procedure for your specific product Important To prevent potential softwar...

Page 31: ...hapter 4 Parts supplied Chapter contents 4 1 Parts supplied EV 1 and EV 2 on page 32 4 2 Parts supplied ACU 100 ACU 150 on page 33 4 3 Parts supplied ACU 200 ACU 300 ACU 400 on page 33 Parts supplied 31 ...

Page 32: ...on Quantity 1 Mounting trim 1 2 EV 1 EV 2 1 3 Sealing ring 1 4 Mounting tray 1 5 Sealing ring 1 6 Wall mounting bracket 1 7 Screws for deck or bracket mounting 4 8 Screws for wall bracket 3 9 Document pack 1 10 1 m 3 3 ft SeaTalk ng spur cable 1 32 ...

Page 33: ...rews pan head type 2 4 SeaTalkng spur to bare wires cable 1 m 3 3 ft 1 4 3 Parts supplied ACU 200 ACU 300 ACU 400 Item Description Quantity 1 ACU unit 1 2 Rudder angle reference sensor transducer Not supplied with all system packs Also available separately as M81105 1 3 Cable ties 10 Parts supplied 33 ...

Page 34: ...Item Description Quantity 4 Mounting screws 2 5 Document pack 1 34 ...

Page 35: ...Chapter 5 Product dimensions Chapter contents 5 1 Dimensions EV 1 and EV 2 on page 36 5 2 Dimensions ACU 100 ACU 150 on page 37 5 3 Dimensions ACU 200 ACU 300 ACU 400 on page 38 Product dimensions 35 ...

Page 36: ...5 1 Dimensions EV 1 and EV 2 36 ...

Page 37: ...5 2 Dimensions ACU 100 ACU 150 Product dimensions 37 ...

Page 38: ...5 3 Dimensions ACU 200 ACU 300 ACU 400 38 ...

Page 39: ...Chapter 6 Installation sequence Chapter contents 6 1 Installation checklist on page 40 Installation sequence 39 ...

Page 40: ... 5 Drill cable and mounting holes 6 Make all connections into equipment 7 Secure all equipment in place 8 Power on and test the system Schematic diagram A schematic diagram is an essential part of planning any installation It is also useful for any future additions or maintenance of the system The diagram should include Location of all components Connectors cable types routes and lengths 40 ...

Page 41: ... and cautions on page 42 7 2 Potential ignition source on page 42 7 3 Location requirements EV 1 and EV 2 on page 42 7 4 Location requirements ACU on page 43 7 5 Compass safe distance on page 44 7 6 EMC installation guidelines on page 44 Location requirements 41 ...

Page 42: ...level within 5º of pitch and 5º of roll compared with the vessel s neutral position when at rest and normally loaded 1 Roll 2 Pitch The unit can be mounted on a vertical surface such as a bulkhead or mast etc using the supplied bracket The unit location must be at least 1 m 3 ft away from any source of magnetic interference such as compasses and electrical cables Choose a location where the unit w...

Page 43: ...ld be mounted on a vertical surface The unit should be located as close to the battery as practical Choose a location where the unit will be safe from physical damage and excessive vibration Choose a location where the unit will not be subjected to a load or force Mount away from any source of heat or potential flammable hazards such as fuel vapor The unit should be mounted in a location where the...

Page 44: ... interference some slight interference may be noticed on the product Where this occurs the product and the source of the interference should be separated by a greater distance For optimum EMC performance we recommend that wherever possible Raymarine equipment and cables connected to it are At least 1 m 3 3 ft from any equipment transmitting or cables carrying radio signals e g VHF radios cables an...

Page 45: ...Chapter 8 Installation Chapter contents 8 1 EV 1 Installation on page 46 8 2 ACU Installation on page 50 8 3 Drive unit installation on page 56 Installation 45 ...

Page 46: ...d to surface mount the unit Ensure that the chosen location meets the product s location requirements refer to p 42 Location requirements EV 1 and EV 2 Important The installation must only be performed with the vessel either on a hard standing or tied up alongside a pontoon or berth 46 ...

Page 47: ...t into the mounting tray ensuring the tabs in the Mounting tray are slotted into the grooves around the edge of the unit Important The unit must be mounted with the LED arrow in parallel alignment with the longitudinal axis centerline of the vessel and be pointing towards the vessel s bow 7 Place the Mounting trim over the unit slightly offset and then twist the Mounting trim clockwise until it lo...

Page 48: ...the bottom of the Mounting tray 3 Secure the tray to the bracket using 3 of the supplied screws in the positions indicated in the illustration above 4 Place the large sealing ring into the groove on the upper side of the Mounting tray 5 Pull the SeaTalkng cable through the canter of the bracket and tray Plug in the cable connector on the underside of the unit and secure by rotating the locking col...

Page 49: ...ounted with the LED arrow in parallel alignment with the longitudinal axis centerline of the vessel and be pointing towards the vessel s bow 7 Orientate the Mounting trim so that the release hole is accessible when mounted 8 Place the Mounting trim over the unit slightly offset and then twist the Mounting trim clockwise until it locks into position Installation 49 ...

Page 50: ...the tip of your screw driver with a small piece of insulation tape 2 With the screw driver in place twist the mounting trim counter clockwise approximately 10 and then lift away from the unit 8 2 ACU Installation Mounting the ACU 100 ACU 150 Ensure that the chosen location meets the product s location requirements refer to p 43 Location requirements ACU Important The installation must only be perf...

Page 51: ...Once the cover is removed the unit s mounting holes are accessible 2 Mount the ACU in an appropriate location and secure to the mounting surface using the supplied screws Installation 51 ...

Page 52: ...l head and rudder angle reference sensor transducer if appropriate at this time 3 To access the screw terminals for connecting the cables to the ACU remove the screw terminal connectors from the sockets as shown in the following illustration 52 ...

Page 53: ...nection 6 Route the cables through the cable guides located on the lower lip of the unit Raymarine recommends that you use cable ties to secure the cables to the unit 7 Once all connections are made and the cables correctly routed in the guides replace the ACU cover ensuring a tight fit between the cover s rubber seal and the cables 8 Using the supplied screws secure the cover to the unit ensuring...

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Page 55: ...and secure with the screws supplied You should also mount the autopilot control head and rudder angle reference sensor transducer if appropriate at this time 2 Route the power data and any other cables required for connection to the ACU 3 Make all necessary connections into the ACU connector panel The connector panel is accessed by removing the front cover A Unlock cover panel B Lock cover panel I...

Page 56: ...ion and commissioning instructions for the following Constant Running Hydraulic Pumps E12171 E12172 87039 Hydraulic Linear Drive Installation instructions Installation and commissioning instructions for the following Hydraulic Linear Drives E12207 E12208 M81202 M81203 81177 Hydraulic Pump Installation instructions Installation and commissioning instructions for the following Hydraulic Pumps E12139...

Page 57: ...g guidance on page 58 9 2 Connections overview EV 1 and EV 2 on page 59 9 3 Connecting SeaTalkng cables on page 59 9 4 Power connection EV 1 on page 60 9 5 SeaTalkng power connection point on page 60 9 6 Power distribution SeaTalkng on page 61 EV 1 connections 57 ...

Page 58: ...t all cables from physical damage and exposure to heat Use trunking or conduit where possible Do NOT run cables through bilges or doorways or close to moving or hot objects Secure cables in place using cable clips or cable ties Coil any excess cable and tie it out of the way Where a cable passes through an exposed bulkhead or deckhead use a suitable watertight feed through Do NOT run cables near t...

Page 59: ... NOT connect this port on the EV 1 unit 9 3 Connecting SeaTalkng cables 1 Rotate your product s SeaTalkng connector locking collar counter clockwise so that the connector is in the unlocked position 2 Ensure the cable s connector is correctly oriented groove pointing up 3 Fully insert the cable connector EV 1 connections 59 ...

Page 60: ...is required Warning Positive ground systems Do not connect this unit to a system which has positive grounding 9 5 SeaTalkng power connection point The 12 V dc power supply is connected to a spur connection on the SeaTalkng backbone Large systems If the backbone length is greater than 60 m 197 ft the power connection point should be connected at a point that creates a balanced current draw from eac...

Page 61: ...Backbone Length 100 m 328 ft to 120 m 394 ft Maximum LEN 50 Backbone Length 120 m 394 ft to 160 m 525 ft Maximum LEN 40 Backbone Length 160 m 525 ft to 200 m 656 ft Maximum LEN 32 9 6 Power distribution SeaTalkng Recommendations and best practice Only use approved SeaTalkng power cables Do NOT use a power cable designed for or supplied with a different product See below for more information on imp...

Page 62: ...F Ground connection point for drain wire Ideally the SeaTalkng power cable should be connected to a suitable breaker or switch on the vessel s distribution panel or factory fitted power distribution point It is recommended that a 5 A inline fuse is fitted to the red positive wire of the SeaTalkng power cable The distribution point should be fed from the vessel s primary power source by 8 AWG 8 36 ...

Page 63: ...ion direct connection to battery SeaTalkng Where connection to a power distribution panel is not possible the power cable may be connected to the vessel s battery You MUST fit a suitably rated fuse or breaker between the red wire and the battery s positive terminal Refer to the inline fuse ratings provided in the product s documentation If you need to extend the length of the power cable ensure yo...

Page 64: ...ckbone s power connection point For power cable extensions a minimum wire gauge of 16 AWG 1 31 mm2 is recommended For cable runs longer than 15 meters you may need to consider a thicker wire gauge e g 14 AWG 2 08 mm2 or 12 AWG 3 31 mm2 An important requirement for all lengths of power cable including any extension is to ensure that there is a continuous minimum voltage at the product s power conne...

Page 65: ...res a breaker you must provide protection for the individual circuits E g by connecting an in line fuse for each power circuit 1 Positive bar 2 Negative bar 3 Circuit breaker 4 Fuse Where possible connect individual items of equipment to individual circuit breakers Where this is not possible use individual in line fuses to provide the necessary protection EV 1 connections 65 ...

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Page 67: ...Chapter 10 ACU 100 ACU 150 connections Chapter contents 10 1 ACU 100 ACU 150 connections on page 68 ACU 100 ACU 150 connections 67 ...

Page 68: ...sducer M81105 3 Power connection 4 RF Ground connection drain conductor 5 Motor drive connection Making connections For information on how to connect the various components of the autopilot system refer to the following sections p 46 EV and ACU installation instructions p 116 Pilot controller documents p 56 Drive unit installation documents 68 ...

Page 69: ...V dc power supply providing power to SeaTalkng 2 EV 1 3 Wind transducer only required for Sailing vessels 4 Speed data source a Speed transducer STW or b GNSS Receiver SOG 5 iTC 5 6 12 V dc power supply providing power to the ACU ACU 100 ACU 150 connections 69 ...

Page 70: ...s of power protection in the autopilot system The drive motor and associated cables are initially protected by the current sensing and stall condition detection within the ACU hardware and software A second level of protection is provided to these parts and the ACU components by the ACU s internal power fuse Protection for the entire autopilot system and its wiring back to the main power distribut...

Page 71: ...s are shown in the illustration above 1 Internal power fuse accessible via the removable cover twist and pull to access 2 SeaTalkng fuse fuse power supply from ACU to SeaTalkng backbone 3 Internal power fuse labelled with total power consumed by system ACU internal fuse ratings SeaTalkng 3 A ACU 100 10 A ACU 150 15 A ACU 200 20 A ACU 300 15 A ACU 400 40 A ACU 100 ACU 150 connections 71 ...

Page 72: ...ences ISO10133 13297 BMEA code of practice NMEA 0400 Power distribution ACU Recommendations and best practice The product is NOT supplied with a power cable Please refer to the Power and drive cables section for power cable requirements Refer to the Power connection section for more information on how to identify the wires in your product s power cable and where to connect them See below for more ...

Page 73: ...nario A suitable for a vessel with a common RF ground point In this scenario if your product requires a separate RF Ground drain connection then it should be connected to the vessel s common ground point B Battery connection scenario B suitable for a vessel without a common grounding point In this case if your product requires a separate RF Ground drain connection then it should be connected direc...

Page 74: ...e fuses for each power circuit to provide the necessary protection In all cases observe the recommended breaker ratings provided in the following table Thermal breaker ratings connection via distribution panel ACU Thermal breaker rating ACU 100 10 A ACU 150 15 A ACU 200 20 A ACU 300 15 A ACU 400 40 A Important Be aware that the suitable fuse rating for the thermal breaker or fuse is dependent on t...

Page 75: ...s is not possible use individual in line fuses to provide the necessary protection Power and drive cables Important electrical considerations when planning cable runs and equipment location The amount of electrical current available to the autopilot system components will be impacted by the length and gauge of the cables used to connect all the components When determining the cable required for th...

Page 76: ... 0 5 m 0 16 4 ft 6 mm2 10 AWG 12 V 5 7 m 16 4 23 ft 10 mm2 8 AWG 0 3 m 0 9 8 ft 4 mm2 12 AWG 3 5 m 9 8 16 4 ft 6 mm2 10 AWG Type 2 drive 24 V 5 10 m 16 4 32 8 ft 10 mm2 8 AWG 12 V 0 5 m 0 16 4 ft 10 mm2 8 AWG 0 5 m 0 16 4 ft 6 mm2 10 AWG Type 3 drive 24 V 5 7 m 16 4 23 ft 10 mm2 8 AWG 0 7 m 0 23 ft 2 5 mm2 14 AWG Wheel drive Sail 12 V 7 10 m 23 32 8 ft 4 mm2 12 AWG 0 7 m 0 23 ft 2 5 mm2 14 AWG Whe...

Page 77: ...e and also observe the guidance provided in the location requirements section of this document Drive motor connection ACU 100 ACU 150 Motor connection The motor connects to the connection panel of the ACU Note The connection colors for the motor cables may be different depending on the motor type Motor power output ACU 100 ACU 150 7 A maximum continuous output 12 A maximum continuous output ACU 10...

Page 78: ...d be no permanent damage to the autopilot SeaTalkng connection ACU 100 ACU 150 The ACU connects to the SeaTalkng backbone using the supplied Spur cable 1 Drain Screen 2 Positive 12 V dc red wire 3 Negative 0 V dc black wire 4 CAN HI white wire 5 CAN LO blue wire 6 ACU 100 ACU 150 connector panel 7 SeaTalkng spur cable supplied 8 SeaTalkng backbone 78 ...

Page 79: ...opilot system The rudder angle reference sensor transducer is also available separately as M81105 A rudder angle reference sensor transducer converts its movement information to rudder angle in degrees Certain environmental conditions such as cross current can cause the autopilot system to steer persistently to port or starboard even when the rudder is centered With a rudder angle reference sensor...

Page 80: ...Item Wire color ACU 100 ACU 150 1 Red 2 Blue 3 Green 4 Gray screen 80 ...

Page 81: ...d 3 Green 4 Blue Note Where there are multiple sources of rudder reference information the Evolution system components will ignore rudder inputs from any rudder reference units that are NOT connected directly to an Evolution ACU ACU 100 ACU 150 connections 81 ...

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Page 83: ...pter 11 ACU 200 ACU 300 ACU 400 connections Chapter contents 11 1 ACU 200 ACU 300 ACU 400 connections on page 84 11 2 SeaTalk pilot controller connection on page 103 ACU 200 ACU 300 ACU 400 connections 83 ...

Page 84: ...nnection 3 Power connection 4 Motor drive connection 5 RF ground connection drain conductor 6 Connection for rudder angle reference sensor transducer M81105 7 Clutch connection selectable between 12 24 V dc to suit connected device Connections overview ACU 300 1 SeaTalkng connection 2 Sleep switch connection 84 ...

Page 85: ...ons overview ACU 400 1 SeaTalkng connection 2 Digital input output connection 3 Sleep switch connection 4 Power connection 5 Motor drive connection 6 RF ground connection drain conductor 7 Connection for rudder angle reference sensor transducer M81105 8 Clutch connection selectable between 12 24 V dc to suit connected device Making connections For information on how to connect the various componen...

Page 86: ... 300 ACU 400 1 Autopilot controller 2 EV 1 3 Wind transducer only required for Sailing vessels 4 Speed data source a Speed transducer STW or b GNSS Receiver SOG 5 iTC 5 6 12 V 24 V dc power supply providing power to the ACU and SeaTalkng backbone 86 ...

Page 87: ...t connect this unit to a system which has positive grounding Fuses and circuit protection There are 3 levels of power protection in the autopilot system The drive motor and associated cables are initially protected by the current sensing and stall condition detection within the ACU hardware and software A second level of protection is provided to these parts and the ACU components by the ACU s int...

Page 88: ...s standard automotive blade fuses Spare fuses are located on the underside of the removable cover Note For clarity only the power and fuse related connections are shown in the illustration above 1 Internal power fuse accessible via the removable cover twist and pull to access 2 SeaTalkng fuse fuse power supply from ACU to SeaTalkng backbone 3 Internal power fuse labelled with total power consumed ...

Page 89: ...97 BMEA code of practice NMEA 0400 Power distribution ACU Recommendations and best practice The product is NOT supplied with a power cable Please refer to the Power and drive cables section for power cable requirements Refer to the Power connection section for more information on how to identify the wires in your product s power cable and where to connect them See below for more information on imp...

Page 90: ...connection scenario A suitable for a vessel with a common RF ground point In this scenario if your product requires a separate RF Ground drain connection then it should be connected to the vessel s common ground point B Battery connection scenario B suitable for a vessel without a common grounding point In this case if your product requires a separate RF Ground drain connection then it should be c...

Page 91: ...ower circuit to provide the necessary protection In all cases observe the recommended breaker ratings provided in the following table Thermal breaker ratings connection via distribution panel ACU Thermal breaker rating ACU 100 10 A ACU 150 15 A ACU 200 20 A ACU 300 15 A ACU 400 40 A Important Be aware that the suitable fuse rating for the thermal breaker or fuse is dependent on the number of devic...

Page 92: ...kers Where this is not possible use individual in line fuses to provide the necessary protection Power and drive cables Important electrical considerations when planning cable runs and equipment location The amount of electrical current available to the autopilot system components will be impacted by the length and gauge of the cables used to connect all the components When determining the cable r...

Page 93: ... mm2 10 AWG 12 V 5 7 m 16 4 23 ft 10 mm2 8 AWG 0 3 m 0 9 8 ft 4 mm2 12 AWG 3 5 m 9 8 16 4 ft 6 mm2 10 AWG Type 2 drive 24 V 5 10 m 16 4 32 8 ft 10 mm2 8 AWG 12 V 0 5 m 0 16 4 ft 10 mm2 8 AWG 0 5 m 0 16 4 ft 6 mm2 10 AWG Type 3 drive 24 V 5 7 m 16 4 23 ft 10 mm2 8 AWG 0 7 m 0 23 ft 2 5 mm2 14 AWG Wheel drive Sail 12 V 7 10 m 23 32 8 ft 4 mm2 12 AWG 0 7 m 0 23 ft 2 5 mm2 14 AWG Wheel drive Power Spo...

Page 94: ...serve the guidance provided in the location requirements section of this document Motor drive and clutch connection ACU 200 and ACU 400 Motor connection The motor connects to the connection panel of the ACU 1 Clutch not all motors have this connection 2 Motor not all compatible variants are shown in the illustration above Clutch connection colors Color Description A Red Clutch Positive connection ...

Page 95: ...ch drive will have an impact on the amount of electrical current available to the SeaTalkng backbone On 24 V systems there is an 8 A 12 V maximum supply for the SeaTalkng backbone and clutch drive combined For example if the clutch requires 4 A the SeaTalkng supply can only deliver 4 A to the rest of the backbone Note The clutch output on all ACU variants has full short circuit and over current pr...

Page 96: ... jog lever if required 2 Back feed protection diodes if using an electronic steering or jog lever 3 Solenoid out 4 Solenoid return 5 Solenoid valves with diodes across spool valves Note If an electronic steering or jog lever is used fit diodes suggested type 1N4004 in line with the solenoid outputs to prevent back feeding the ACU Bypass valve connection and voltage switch Some drives feature an el...

Page 97: ... setting The bypass valve voltage may be different from that of the drive itself If in doubt consult the manufacturer of the drive unit Bypass valve connection colors Color Description A Red Bypass valve Positive connection B Blue Bypass valve Negative connection ACU 200 ACU 300 ACU 400 connections 97 ...

Page 98: ...nection ACU 400 The ACU 400 interfaces to the ZF Marine VMU sail pod drive using the VMU adapter The VMU adapter connects to the ACU 400 as shown 1 ACU 400 2 VMU adapter 3 ZF Marine VMU Connection to sail pod drive 98 ...

Page 99: ...CU 400 The ACU 200 ACU 300 and ACU 400 are connected to a compatible autopilot controller using SeaTalkng The ACU 200 ACU 300 and ACU 400 connect to the SeaTalkng backbone using the supplied spur cable Note For clarity only the power related ACU connections are shown in the illustration above 1 SeaTalkng power switch 2 ACU connector panel 3 Evolution to SeaTalkng spur cable 4 SeaTalkng backbone AC...

Page 100: ...CU 200 ACU 300 ACU 400 A Sleep switch disables the operation of the autopilot while retaining any power supplied to the SeaTalkng backbone The switch and associated cable are not supplied with the Evolution system Contact your dealer or drive manufacturer for more information Rudder angle reference sensor connection A rudder angle reference sensor transducer can be connected to the ACU to provide ...

Page 101: ...utopilot control head to specify an offset angle in degrees to compensate for inaccurate rudder angle information caused by such conditions The more accurate the rudder angle information the more accurately the autopilot system can keep to a correct course The rudder angle reference sensor transducer connection to the ACU connection panel is shown below Item Wire color ACU 100 ACU 150 1 Red 2 Blue...

Page 102: ...ay screen 2 Red 3 Green 4 Blue Note Where there are multiple sources of rudder reference information the Evolution system components will ignore rudder inputs from any rudder reference units that are NOT connected directly to an Evolution ACU 102 ...

Page 103: ...r SeaTalk devices can be connected to the SeaTalkng backbone in the same way 1 SeaTalkng MFD MFDs require a separate power supply 2 SeaTalk to SeaTalkng adaptor cable A22164 3 SeaTalk pilot controller powered from the SeaTalkng backbone 4 SeaTalkng autopilot 5 SeaTalkng 12 V dc power supply connection 6 SeaTalk to SeaTalkng converter ACU 200 ACU 300 ACU 400 connections 103 ...

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Page 105: ...st installation checks on page 106 12 2 Autopilot system setup on page 106 12 3 Rudder damping levels and deadband angles on page 107 12 4 Alarms on page 108 12 5 LED indications EV 1 on page 112 12 6 LED indications ACU on page 113 System checks and troubleshooting 105 ...

Page 106: ...se autopilot system components The web page also contains instructions on how to update your software 4 Check the display for error messages that could indicate a problem with the installation 5 Check the LED status indications for both the EV 1 and ACU Refer to p 112 LED indications EV 1 p 113 LED indications ACU 6 If the fault persists and cannot be rectified contact your dealer or Raymarine pro...

Page 107: ... how to adjust these settings to best suit your autopilot system please refer to your dealer or Raymarine product support The following table lists the rudder damping levels and deadband angles that are available with both old and new versions of the ACU software Rudder damping level Existing Deadband angle New Deadband angle ACU software version v3 11 onwards ACU 100 150 200 400 ACU 300 1 0 1 0 1...

Page 108: ...nnections or inadequate wiring Acknowledge the alarm and then start the engine to recharge the battery If problem persists check wiring connections and that the quality and gauge of wiring is adequate for the current draw of the drive unit LARGE XTE Large cross track error The autopilot has deviated more than expected from a planned course Check your vessel position and if necessary take manual co...

Page 109: ...ed outside its operational range 50 degrees If a rudder angle reference sensor is installed check the wiring Inspect the unit for possible damage STALL DETECTED Motor speed dropped too low for given course change or motor stalling This can be caused by a faulty drive unit or steering fault Alternatively the steering hard over time may be too slow Check that the drive unit operates and is not stall...

Page 110: ...e when in Auto mode NO COMPASS The EV 1 or EV 2 is not receiving heading data Check the connections to the EV 1 EV 2 Power cycle the EV 1 EV 2 by removing and then reconnecting the SeaTalkng cable RATEGYRO FAIL The internal rate gyro on the EV 1 or EV 2 unit has developed a fault This will be evident as a compass issue and could cause the compass heading to deviate or lock up If the problem persis...

Page 111: ...ulty wiring causing the autopilot components to power cycle Check all system wiring especially power related wiring PILOT RESET EXCEPTION UNEXPECTED SOFTWARE RESET The EV 1 EV 2 software has detected a fault it cannot recover from and has reset the pilot Wait approximately 1 minute for the EV 1 EV 2 to reset and re initialize System checks and troubleshooting 111 ...

Page 112: ...ly available None normal power up takes 1 minute Short flash red on x2 long flash off Cycle repeats after 4 seconds No SeaTalkng connection Ensure network is powered Ensure network cable and connections are secure and free from damage If problem persists contact Raymarine technical support Short flash red on x7 long flash off Cycle repeats after 9 seconds SeaTalkng connected but not receiving data...

Page 113: ... 4 seconds No SeaTalkng connection Ensure network is powered Ensure network cable and connections are secure and free from damage If problem persists contact Raymarine technical support Short flash red on x7 long flash off Cycle repeats after 9 seconds SeaTalkng connected but not receiving data If problem persists contact Raymarine technical support System checks and troubleshooting 113 ...

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Page 115: ...Chapter 13 Operation Chapter contents 13 1 Evolution autopilot operation instructions on page 116 Operation 115 ...

Page 116: ...uctions Installation commissioning and operation instructions including connection to a wider system of marine electronics 81355 p70s p70Rs installation and operation instructions Installation commissioning and operation instructions including connection to a wider system of marine electronics 81365 LightHouse 2 MFDs Operations and autopilot commissioning instructions for a LightHouse 2 Multifunct...

Page 117: ...Chapter 14 Maintenance Chapter contents 14 1 Service and maintenance on page 118 14 2 Routine equipment checks on page 118 14 3 Product cleaning on page 118 Maintenance 117 ...

Page 118: ...the following routine checks on a regular basis to ensure the correct and reliable operation of your equipment Examine all cables for signs of damage or wear and tear Check that all cables are securely connected 14 3 Product cleaning Best cleaning practices When cleaning products Switch off power supply Lightly rinse or flush with clean cool fresh water Do NOT use abrasive acidic ammonia solvent o...

Page 119: ...Chapter 15 Technical support Chapter contents 15 1 Raymarine product support and servicing on page 120 15 2 Learning resources on page 121 Technical support 119 ...

Page 120: ...ific E Mail emea service raymarine com Tel 44 0 1329 246 932 United States US E Mail rm usrepair flir com Tel 1 603 324 7900 Web support Please visit the Support area of the Raymarine website for Manuals and Documents http www raymarine com manuals Technical support forum http forum raymarine com Software updates http www raymarine com software Worldwide support United Kingdom UK EMEA and Asia Pac...

Page 121: ...ct Set up 2 Select Maintenance 3 Select Diagnostics 4 Select Select Device 5 Select the relevant product from the list The Diagnostics page is displayed 15 2 Learning resources Raymarine has produced a range of learning resources to help you get the most out of your products Video tutorials Raymarine official channel on YouTube YouTube LightHouse 3 tips and tricks Raymarine website Video Gallery R...

Page 122: ...pport forum to ask a technical question about a Raymarine product or to find out how other customers are using their Raymarine equipment The resource is regularly updated with contributions from Raymarine customers and staff http forum raymarine com 122 ...

Page 123: ...ication Chapter contents 16 1 Technical specification EV 1 and EV 2 on page 124 16 2 Technical specification ACU 100 ACU 150 on page 125 16 3 Technical specification ACU 200 ACU 300 ACU 400 on page 126 Technical specification 123 ...

Page 124: ...ar rate sensor Data Connections SeaTalkng NMEA 2000 DeviceNet EV 2 only port not used on EV 1 unit Environmental Installation environment Operating temperature 25 C to 55 C 13 F to 131 F Storage temperature 30 ºC to 70 ºC 22 F to 158 F Relative humidity max 93 Waterproof rating IPX 6 Dimensions Diameter 140 mm 5 5 in Depth including mounting enclosure 35 mm 1 4 in Depth including wall bracket 95 m...

Page 125: ... Equivalency Number 1 1 SeaTalkng Power out No power supply to SeaTalkng No power supply to SeaTalkng Data connections SeaTalkng SeaTalkng Environmental Installation environment Operating temperature 20 ºC to 55 ºC 4 ºF to 131 ºF Storage temperature 30 ºC to 70 ºC 22 F to 158 F Relative humidity max 93 Waterproof rating Connector panel IPX2 Drive electronics IPX6 Installation environment Operating...

Page 126: ...sor transducer Sleep switch Power Solenoid drive out return Ground Rudder angle reference sensor transducer Sleep switch Power Drive motor Drive clutch Ground Digital Input Output DIO Nominal supply voltage 12 V or 24 V Operating voltage range 10 8 V to 31 2 V dc Power consumption standby main power supply 300 mA 12 24 V Power consumption standby SeaTalkng power supply 20 mA 12 V SeaTalkng LEN Loa...

Page 127: ...ACU 200 ACU 300 ACU 400 Weight 2 2 kg 4 84 lbs EMC compliance Europe 2004 108 EC Australia and New Zealand C Tick Compliance Level 2 Technical specification 127 ...

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Page 129: ...hapter 17 Spares and accessories Chapter contents 17 1 Spare parts on page 130 17 2 Evolution SeaTalk ng cable kit on page 130 17 3 SeaTalkng cables and accessories on page 132 Spares and accessories 129 ...

Page 130: ...r quantity 2 Sealing ring pack R70161 EV 1 EV 2 wall bracket R70162 Deck mounting kit A80437 Consists of Mounting adaptor clamshell Riser Wall bracket Sealing rings Fixings 17 2 Evolution SeaTalk ng cable kit A SeaTalk ng cable kit is available for Evolution components This cable kit provides the cables required to make all the SeaTalk ng connections for some typical Evolution systems The kit is s...

Page 131: ...ty Length 1 SeaTalk ng power cable 1 0 4 m 1 3 ft 2 SeaTalk ng backbone cable 1 5 m 16 4 ft 3 SeaTalk ng spur cable 1 0 4 m 1 3 ft 4 SeaTalk ng 5 way connector block 1 5 SeaTalk ng T piece 2 6 SeaTalk ng terminator 2 Spares and accessories 131 ...

Page 132: ...e cable 1 m 3 3 ft A06035 Backbone cable 3 m 9 8 ft A06036 Backbone cable 5 m 16 4 ft A06068 Backbone cable 9 m 29 5 ft A06037 Backbone cable 20 m 65 6 ft A06043 SeaTalkng to bare wire spur cable 1 m 3 3 ft A06044 SeaTalkng to bare wire spur cable 3 m 9 8 ft A06049 Power cable 1 m 3 3 ft A06077 Right angled connector 90 right angle spur connector A06031 Terminator A06028 T piece Provides 1 x spur ...

Page 133: ...06046 SeaTalkng to DeviceNet Male adaptor cable 1 5 m 4 92 ft Allows the connection of NMEA 2000 devices to a SeaTalkng system A06076 SeaTalkng to DeviceNet Male adaptor cable 1 m 3 3 ft Allows the connection of NMEA 2000 devices to a SeaTalkng system A06078 SeaTalkng to DeviceNet Male adaptor cable 0 1 m 0 33 ft Allows the connection of NMEA 2000 devices to a SeaTalkng system E05026 DeviceNet Fem...

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Page 135: ...Model Version Manufacturer s Model Serial Code NMEA 2000 Certification Level Load Equivalency 127245 Rudder angle 127250 Vessel heading 127258 Magnetic Variation 128259 Speed Through Water STW Referenced 129026 Course Over Ground COG and Speed Over Ground SOG rapid update 129029 GNSS position data Date Time Lattitude Longitude 129283 Cross track error 129284 Navigation data for following routes Ac...

Page 136: ...Message number Message description Transmit Receive Destination Waypoint Latitude Destination Waypoint Longitude Waypoint closing velocity 129285 Active Waypoint data 130306 Wind data 136 ...

Page 137: ...126208 NMEA Request group function 126208 NMEA Command group function 126208 NMEA Acknowledge group function 126464 PGN List 126996 Product information NMEA 2000 Database Version NMEA Manufacturer s Product Code NMEA Manufacturer s Model ID Manufacturer s Software Version Code Manufacturer s Model Version Manufacturer s Model Serial Code NMEA 2000 Certification Level Load Equivalency 127245 Rudder...

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Page 139: ...n of Conformity ACU 150 11 Declaration of Conformity ACU 200 11 Declaration of Conformity ACU 300 11 Declaration of Conformity ACU 400 11 Declaration of Conformity EV 1 10 DeviceNet cables 133 Diagnostics ACU 113 Diagnostics EV 1 112 Dimensions ACU 37 38 Dimensions EV sensor 36 Dis assembly 50 Distribution panel connection 62 74 91 DockSense System 16 Document conventions 16 Drive cable length 76 ...

Page 140: ...port 120 R Recommended system components 19 Recommended system ACU 100 22 69 Recommended system ACU 150 22 69 Recommended system ACU 200 25 86 Recommended system ACU 300 25 86 Recommended system ACU 400 25 86 Routine checks 118 Rudder reference connection ACU 79 100 S SeaTalk pilot controller connection 103 SeaTalkng 19 Backbone length 61 Connecting 59 Connecting cables 59 LEN 60 Load equivalency ...

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