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TMQ AP46, Operation And Installation Manual

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Introduction

Congratulations on your wise choice and purchase of the TMQ AP46 
Autopilot system. We are sure that you will enjoy the benefits that it 
offers.

AP46 Autopilot  System

The AP46 Autopilot system comprises the following units: -

Essential Electronics:

•

AP46 display and control head.

•

Rudder feedback unit.

•

Elproma Compass ECS1

•

Drive unit, for example

-

Hydraulic system with solenoid valves.

-

Reversing hydraulic pump system.

TMQ  AP46 Autopilot     

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Summary of Contents for AP46

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Page 3: ...S 18 COMPASS CALIBRATION 18 ALARMS 19 A NUMBER OF CONDITIONS WILL CAUSE ALARMS TO SOUND AND AN ALARM MESSAGE TO FLASH ON THE DISPLAY 19 OFF COURSE ALARM 19 GPS ALARM 19 INSTALLATION OF AP46 HEAD UNIT...

Page 4: ...d to other duties keep a more accurate check of navigation duties or just relax and enjoy the trip HOWEVER THE AUTOPILOT SHOULD NOT BE LEFT SOLELY IN CHARGE OF THE VESSEL AND AN ADEQUATE WATCH SHOULD...

Page 5: ...fits that it offers AP46 Autopilot System The AP46 Autopilot system comprises the following units Essential Electronics AP46 display and control head Rudder feedback unit Elproma Compass ECS1 Drive un...

Page 6: ...gram page 25 The RFU must also be electrically connected to the AP46 Head unit Rudder actuator system this system provides the physical movement to the rudder responding to the direction control signa...

Page 7: ...is is the magnetic heading of the vessel at the current time Course to steer The magnetic heading which the autopilot is attempting to maintain Overview of Operation MANUAL Mode H The autopilot displa...

Page 8: ...and RESPONSE Settings These customise the AP46 Autopilot for your vessel s steering They may also be used to adjust for varying sea conditions Rudder Angle Displays The AP46 display unit LCD can be s...

Page 9: ...sound and the text display will change to A The Auto LED will light The autopilot will lock on the current heading The course to steer is shown on the display Disengaging AUTO mode Press the AUTO butt...

Page 10: ...an be an advantage in most vessels when a slight amount of helm from the physical centre position is required for the vessel to go straight GPS Mode For use when interfaced to a GPS or plotting system...

Page 11: ...unit at a maximum rate of 10 degrees per second If no GPS data is received by the AP46 the autopilot will lock onto the course of the vessel at the time that GPS Mode was engaged and the NO GPS DATA a...

Page 12: ...rse to steer Under the following conditions Several waypoints are linked together into a single route The GPS unit is set and capable of auto sequence between them An arrival zone of more than 0 05 NM...

Page 13: ...uld closely correspond to the magnetic heading signal the AP46 is receiving from its magnetic compass The greater the difference between these headings the less accurate will be the GPS Mode steering...

Page 14: ...a time maximum 4 seconds or the steering will be driven to the stops Note The limit controls are not operating in this mode Driving the steering into the physical stops will damage your autopilot TMQ...

Page 15: ...ition and the autopilot system may work continuously A high response value the drive will position the rudder with maximum pulsing NOTE Too low a setting may cause the steering motor to work continuou...

Page 16: ...E button four times will display the message LitE Pressing either the or buttons will turn the backlighting on and off The backlighting will always be off when the unit is powered up Rudder Angle Indi...

Page 17: ...s if incorrect Rudder Limits The rudder limits prevent the steering motor driving the rudder beyond its physical mechanical stops The limits are factory set and should not need altering However the li...

Page 18: ...ting prior to the rudder running into the stops Reset Rudder Limits It is possible to reset the rudder limits to the factory settings if unsure of the settings Press the MODE Button 7 Times rLr will D...

Page 19: ...autopilot course holding ability by having the angle off course measured and alarm sounding if greater than 45 from the desired course If the difference is greater than 45 between the heading and the...

Page 20: ...erial cables to prevent interference to the radio and transmitted signals from the radio influencing the autopilot Cable should also be run separately if practical from other current carrying cables T...

Page 21: ...be selected It can be mounted on top of a flat surface on a bulkhead or from the deck head NOTE Check other side of bulkhead for materials which may cause magnetic interference Wiring The cable leadi...

Page 22: ...a vertical position Calibration The compass will need to be rotated for the correct heading to be displayed During sea trials further adjustment may be required to reduce any heading error displayed T...

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Page 24: ...ing should be kept as far as possible from radio aerials and aerial cables to prevent interference to the radio and to prevent transmitted signals from the radio influencing the AP46 unit The AP46 mus...

Page 25: ...of a parallelogram The rudder feedback unit is water resistant However if it is to be mounted in a wet position some protection should be provided to ensure the unit does not become excessively expose...

Page 26: ...Use the rudder feedback adjustment block on the tiller arm Hydraulic ram may be mounted on the other side of the tiller arm Ensure that when rudder turns to Port Rudder Feedback turns to Port as indi...

Page 27: ...HOLDS AN O RING AGAINST THE FEEDBACK BODY TO FORM PART OF THE WATER RESISTANT SEAL Rudder Feedback GPS Wiring Diagrams Pin connections from rear of plug solder connection side Pin 1 has adjacent dot...

Page 28: ...om the back of the rudder feedback plug on the AP46 display unit The connections on the plug are Pin 5 DATA IN white Pin 6 DATA COM green For information on connecting different brands of GPS units re...

Page 29: ...cable added Check cable used is off sufficient size to carry the motor current Can be up to 15 amps peak Check motor direction with jog mode reverse if required Where a bypass valve or clutch is requ...

Page 30: ...ed in correct direction as indicated on the RFU label on top 2 Repeat step 1 for anti clockwise 3 Return Steering to centre and Ensure RFU is at centre 4 Switch on AP46 Autopilot system and select Rud...

Page 31: ...ir locks contamination 3 Ensure that any flow restricting valves are not completely closed 4 Check all connections for leaks Rudder drive hard over After installation of the autopilot System if the ru...

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Page 33: ...te at www tmq com au Hydraulic Drives and Pump Units Reversible pumps Hydraulic pumps available in 12 volts DC with 1 or 2 litre capacity to suit recreational work boat or fishing applications Continu...

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Page 35: ...gether twice The motor routine will then be displayed in 4 settings 1 Pulse length 2 Reverse delay 3 Dead band 4 Pulsing frequency To adjust select the number to be adjusted press both arrows together...

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