Test the Autopilot and Finalize Installation
After installation and configuration are complete, it is important to
test the autopilot for accuracy and performance. You will also
compensate the compass and confirm the compass settings.
It is
important to complete all the steps in this section.
WARNING!
If the equipment is not functioning properly, or the
display readout is not correct, contact an
authorized technician (CMET or MEI), or contact
our Customer Resource Center for assistance.
Test 1: Confirm Autopilot Equipment & Readouts
The first test should be performed while the vessel is anchored in
a safe harbor or at dock.
1.
Power on the control head.
2.
Press the POWER/STANDBY key to begin Standby
Mode. Confirm the following sensor settings:
Rudder Feedback Unit
1.
Turn the wheel of the rudder manually.
2.
Confirm that the rudder angle matches the angle
displayed on the screen.
If the angle displayed on the screen is the
opposite angle of the actual rudder setting, see
the installation guides for the rudder feedback
sensor and CPU to invert the wire connections
for the feedback connector (pin 3 and 4).
TC 110 Joystick
(optional-purchase)
1.
Adjust the rudder angle with the remote control.
2.
Confirm that the rudder angle matches the angle
displayed on the screen. If the angle displayed on
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Test the Autopilot
