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Furuno NAVpilot-500 Installation Manual

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NAVpilot-500/511
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  • Page 1 AUTOPILOT NAVpilot-500/511 PRINTED IN JAPAN...
  • Page 2 *00014698802* *00014698802* *00014698802* *00014698802* ( ( HIMA HIMA ) ) NAVPILOT-500 NAVPILOT-500 * 0 0 0 1 4 6 9 8 8 0 2 * * 0 0 0 1 4 6 9 8 8 0 2 * *IME72500D00* *IME72500D00*...
  • Page 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING CAUTION Turn off the power at the switchboard Confirm that the power supply voltage before beginning the installation. is compatible with the voltage rating of the equipment. Fire or electrical shock can result if the Connection to the wrong power supply power is left on.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SYSTEM CONFIGURATION................iii EQUIPMENT LISTS ..................... iv 1. INSTALLATION OF UNITS ................1-1 1.1 Control Unit FAP-5001/5011..................1-1 1.2 Processor Unit FAP-5002 ..................1-4 1.3 Rudder Reference Unit FAP-6111................1-5 1.4 Remote Controllers (option) ..................1-6 2. WIRING......................2-1 2.1 Wiring System ......................
  • Page 5 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION Control Unit FAP-5001/5011 (Max. 6)* Processor Unit FAP-5002 Reversible pump or Heading sensor Electromagnetic valve unit PG-500 Ship's steering system Clutch Rudder Reference Unit External buzzer FAP-6111 Remote Controller Navigator (NMEA0183) Remote Controller Remote Controller Distributor FAP-6800 RD-30 (Max. 3) (NMEA0183) Remote Controller Remote controler...
  • Page 6 EQUIPMENT LISTS Standard supply for Navpilot-500 Name Type Code No. Remarks Control Unit FAP-5001-E Processor Unit FAP-5002 FAP-6111-100 w/10 m cable Rudder Reference Unit FAP-6111-200 w/20 m cable For Control Unit, CP64-02200 MJ-A7SPF cable and 1 set CP64-02201 For Processor Unit,...
  • Page 7 Optional supply Name Type Code No. Remarks FAP-5001-E Control Unit Max. 5 optional units FAP-5011-E FAP-5551-E 000-090-224 1 set Dial type, w/connector FAP-5552-E 000-090-269 1 set Dial type, no connector FAP-6211-E 000-090-235 1 set Button type, w/connector FAP-6212-E 000-090-271 1 set Button type, no connector Remote Lever type, w/connector...
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  • Page 9: Installation Of Units

    1. INSTALLATION OF UNITS Control Unit FAP-5001/5011 The control unit can be flush mounted in a console panel. For the FAP-5001, the desktop mounting is also available using the optional bracket kit. FAP-5011 FAP-5001 Control unit When selecting a mounting location for the control unit, keep the following in mind. •...

  • Page 10: Flush Mounting

    1. INSTALLATION OF UNITS 1.1.1 Flush mounting Follow the procedure below to mount the control unit in a console panel. 1. Prepare a cutout in the mounting location using the template sheet supplied. 2. Screw four threaded rods (supplied) into holes on the back of the control unit tightly. 3.
  • Page 11 1. INSTALLATION OF UNITS 1.1.2 Desktop mounting (FAP-5001 only) Use the optional brackets to mount the control unit FAP-5001 on a desktop or the overhead. Name: Bracket Type: FP64-01011 Code No.: 009-000-330 Name Type Code No. Hanger 64-024-1502 100-305-820 Knob 02-139-1032 100-298-472 Bracket...
  • Page 12 1. INSTALLATION OF UNITS Processor Unit FAP-5002 This unit can be mounted on a desktop or on a bulkhead. Select a mounting location considering the points below. • Locate the unit out of direct sunlight and water splash. • Select a location where temperature and humidity are moderate and stable. •...
  • Page 13 1. INSTALLATION OF UNITS Rudder Reference Unit FAP-6111 • Leave sufficient space around all moving parts. • The unit must be coupled to the rudder as shown below, where the following conditions are satisfied: Use four tapping screws and flat washers (supplied) to fasten the rudder reference unit with gasket (supplied).

  • Page 14: Remote Controllers (Option)

    1. INSTALLATION OF UNITS Relationship between Reversing Pump Flow Rate and Steering Cylinder Capacity The table below shows a rough guideline to determine the proper Reversing Pump Flow Rate to match with the Hydraulic Steering Cylinder capacity. Your experience with specific boat designs may cause you to select a pump/cylinder relationship outside of the range of these guidelines.
  • Page 15 1. INSTALLATION OF UNITS Dial type remote controller FAP-5551/5552 can also be mounted on the bulkhead by using the optional hanger OP64-2 (Code No.: 009-004-030). Mounting the hunger for FAP-5551/5552 For handheld operation in the opposite direction, reverse the switch and dial blocks so that the dial is readable.
  • Page 16 1. INSTALLATION OF UNITS Button type remote controller FAP-6211/6222 FAP-6211, bulkhead mounting Lever type remote controller FAP-6221/6222 Allow sufficient space around the unit for maintenance. FAP-6221, bulkhead mounting...
  • Page 17 1. INSTALLATION OF UNITS To mount the FAP-6221/6212 in a panel, the optional flush mount kit OP64-4 (Code No.: 009-005-790) or OP64-5 (Code No.: 009-005-800) is required. Contents of OP64-4 Name Type Code No. Panel OP64-4 009-006-370 O-ring 64-015-4524 009-006-180 Hex.
  • Page 18 1. INSTALLATION OF UNITS FAP-6221, flush mounting (OP64-5) Distributor FAP-6800 For thin walls, use nuts, bolts and washers (all are local supplied) instead of wood screws. FAP-6800, desktop mounting 1-10...

  • Page 19: Wiring

    2. WIRING Wiring System All units are connected to the processor unit. The cables should be separated as far as possible from cables carrying radio frequency or pulsed signals. At least one meter separation is recommended. Wiring (ex. Navpilot-500)

  • Page 20: Processor Unit

    2. WIRING Processor Unit All cables run into the processor unit from the cable entrance and are connected to the terminal board inside. 2.2.1 How to fix cables to the clamp Cables are not location-specific so you may fix them on the cable clamp in any order. 1.
  • Page 21 2. WIRING 2.2.2 How to insert the cable into the cable blocks Cables are terminated at the cable blocks inside the processor unit. Insert cables into the cable blocks as follows: 1. Open the processor unit. 2. Insert a slotted-head screwdriver between the upper cable block and lower cable block, and then lift screwdriver to separate the blocks.
  • Page 22 2. WIRING NMEA Heading In/Out Sensor (PG-500) JP-2 #3-4 #1-2 NMEA Control unit Rudder Ship's reference Motor TB10 mains unit 1 2 3 4 5 JP-1 #1-2 NMEA Ext. Remote controller PWR+, #3-4 Buzzer B/Clutch RS232C Processor unit, inside view 2.2.3 Power and Motor cable For ship’s mains cable and motor line cable, use the recommended shielded cable referring...
  • Page 23 2. WIRING Connecing a reversible pump MOTOR A MOTOR B POWER + POWER - SOL B SOL A Reversible pump Connecing a hydraulic linear drive BUZZ PWR+ SHLD SHLD POWER + POWER - MOTOR A MOTOR B SOL B SOL A Hydraulic linear drive Connecing a solenoid valve Solenoid valve...
  • Page 24 2. WIRING ® 2.2.4 Connection of Terflex linear sensor ® When connecting the Teleflex linear sensor AR4102/AR4302 instead of the FAP-6111, do the following modification. 1. Cut the black jumper at the back of the AR4102/4302. DO NOT cut the red jumper. 2.

  • Page 25: Control Unit

    2. WIRING Control Unit A maximum of six control units may be connected. The processor unit has two ports for connection of two main control units, and two control units may be connected in series to each main control unit. Use the cable MJ-A7SPF0010-100 (10 m, supplied), MJ-A7SPF0015 (15 m, option) or MJ-A7SPF0010-200 (20 m, option) to connect the control unit and processor unit, MJ-A7SPF0012-100 (10 m, option) to connect two control units.
  • Page 26 2. WIRING Remote Controllers (option) The processor unit has two ports for connection of two remote controllers. The Distributor FAP-6800 enables connection of three NFU (Non Follow-Up) type remote controllers to the processor unit. Note 1: Connect remote controllers having connectors to the distributor FAP-6800. Note 2: After the connection of remote controller, set the remote controller type on the SYSTEM SETUP menu.
  • Page 27 2. WIRING Button or lever remote controller with distributor Maximum six button or lever remote controllers can be connected. FAP-6211 (button)/6221 (lever) FAP-6211 (button)/6221 (lever) FAP-6211 (button)/6221 (lever) Processor unit FAP-6211 (button)/6221 (lever) FAP-6211 (button)/6221 (lever) FAP-6211 (button)/6221 (lever) Connection of button or lever remote controllers Dodge remote controller with distributor Maximum six dodge type remote controllers can be connected.
  • Page 28 2. WIRING 2.4.2 Prohibited remote controller connections The following remote controller connections are not possible. Wrong connection 1 Different types of remote controllers cannot be connected. FAP-6211 (button) FAP-6221 (lever) FAP-6231 (dodge) Processor unit FAP-6211 (button) FAP-6221 (lever) FAP-6231 (dodge) Wrong connection 1 Wrong connection 2 Only one dial remote controller can be connected.

  • Page 29: Connection Of Instruments Fi-30

    The FI-30 series has various sensors, such as speed, depth, wind, etc. These sensors can be connected to the NAVpilot-500/511 via the FI-30 server, and the NAVpilot-500/511 can show data from them on its graphic display. To connect the NAVpilot-500 to the FI-30 server, see the connection diagram shown below.

  • Page 30: Input/Output Sentences

    Output unit NMEA0183 HDT (True), Ver. Input Heading SENSOR HDG, HDM (Magnetic) 1.5/2.0/3.0, 200 ms interval Output FURUNO specified Own ship position GGA>RMC>RMA>GLL (SOG) VTG>RMC>RMA Ship’s speed (STW) VHW Waypoint location RMB>WPL Bearing and distance to RMB>BWC>BWR waypoint Course RMC>RMA>VTG...

  • Page 31: Adjustments

    ALARM SETUP "DONE" is shown when SET CENTER RUDDER POS: setting is completed. CONTRAST/BRILLIANCE AUTO TUNING: COMPASS CALIBRATION: Navpilot-500 Navpilot-511 Installation menu The installation should be done in the order in which the items of the installation menu are listed.

  • Page 32: Dockside Setup Menu

    1. Open the INSTALLATION menu. 2. Rotate the course control knob to select “DOCKSIDE SETUP”. 3. Press the course control knob to show the DOCKSIDE SETUP menu. DRIVE UNIT: SOLENOID SELECT RRU: FURUNO RRU DRIVE UNIT: SOLENOID AIR BLEEDING: SELECT RRU: FURUNO RRU...
  • Page 33 The select RRU options window appears. FURUNO RRU LINEAR SENSOR Select RRU options window 2. Rotate the course control knob to select FURUNO RRU or LINEAR SENSOR. FURUNO RRU: The rudder reference unit FAP-6111 is connected. ® LINEAR SENSOR: The Teleflex linear sensor AR4102 or AR4302 is connected.
  • Page 34 3. ADJUSTMENTS When selecting “USE ARROW (◄►) KEYS” a) Press the [PORT] (or [STBD]) key until the indicator is completely filled (in black). b) Remove the appropriate rubber cap of the cylinder to bleed air. c) Press the [STBD] ([PORT]) key until the indicator is completely filled (in black). d) Remove the appropriate rubber cap of the cylinder to bleed air.
  • Page 35 REPEAT FOR STARBOARD. PUSH MENU KEY WHEN FINISHED. Adjust RRU menu (Ex. Navpilot-500) 3. Steer the helm to port direction fully. The current degree of the rudder reference unit arm is shown at the top of the menu. 4. Rotate the course control knob to select “PORT”.
  • Page 36 3. ADJUSTMENTS 3.2.8 Setting rudder auto movement limit AUTO RUDDER LIMIT determines the maximum rudder movement in degrees from the mid position in the AUTO or NAV mode. 1. Rotate the course control knob to select “AUTO RUDDER LIMIT”. 2. Press the course control knob and the current value is circumscribed with a double rectangle.
  • Page 37 4. Press the course control knob to finish. 3.2.12 Selecting compass type Select the heading sensor connected to your NAVpilot-500/511. 1. Rotate the course control knob to select “COMPASS TYPE.” 2. Press the course control knob to show the compass type options window.
  • Page 38 3. ADJUSTMENTS 3. Rotate the course control knob to select PG-500, PG-1000 or OTHER depending on the heading sensor connected. If OTHER is selected though the PG-500 is connected, the auto variation compensation and self check function is not available. (Use hybrid or gyro sensor only.) 4.

  • Page 39: Sea Trial Menu

    PUSH MENU KEY TO RETURN TO PREVIOUS MENU. *: Appears only when selecting "PG-500" or "PG-1000" at COMPASS TYPE on the DOCKSIDE SETUP menu. **: Appears only when selecting "PG-500" at COMPASS TYPE on the DOCKSIDE SETUP menu. Sea trial menu (Ex. Navpilot-500)
  • Page 40 3. ADJUSTMENTS 3.3.1 Calibrating the heading sensor (For PG-500, PG-1000) The COMPASS CALIBRATION activates the automatic magnetic field deviation correction when turning the boat. If you feel that the correction at the heading sensor PG-500 does not provide satisfactory results, select AUTO or MANUAL. Note: This setting is available only when “PG-500”...
  • Page 41 3. ADJUSTMENTS 3.3.2 Using magnetic variation When connecting with a magnetic heading sensor (PG-500 etc.), the magnetic variation is necessary to use true heading data. The plotter outputs magnetic variations for all areas of the earth. You may choose to use the preprogrammed variations or enter variations manually, in case of no plotter or you prefer to enter them manually.
  • Page 42 3. ADJUSTMENTS 3.3.4 Automatic distortion compensation (For PG-500) When the magnetic field distortion changes, it can be compensated as follows. Note: This setting is available only when “PG-500” is selected at COMPASS TYPE on the DOCKSIDE SETUP menu. 1. Rotate the course control knob to select “AUTO CALIBRATION”. 2.
  • Page 43 3. ADJUSTMENTS 3.3.6 Memorizing your boat’s characteristics The automatic tuning enables the NAVpilot-500/511 system to automatically set up the two main steering parameters (rudder gain and counter rudder gain) for the boat. This procedure will shorten the learning time for the self-learning feature. However, as parameters are memorized over time, it is not necessary to complete the procedure.

  • Page 44: Display Setup Menu

    DATA BOX FORMAT: 3 BOXES PUSH MENU KEY TO RETURN PUSH MENU KEY TO RETURN TO PREVIOUS MENU. TO PREVIOUS MENU. Navpilot-500 Navpilot-511 Display setup menu To change pages, select “▼NEXT PAGE” or “▲PREVIOUS PAGE” and press the course control knob.
  • Page 45 3. ADJUSTMENTS 6. Rotate the course control knob to select option. See the table shown below detailed information. 7. Press the course control knob to finish. Item Description Settings Speed Unit Choose unit of ship’s speed measurement. kt, km/h, MPH Range Unit Choose unit of range measurement.

  • Page 46: Data Calibration Menu

    3. ADJUSTMENTS DATA CALIBRATION Menu The DATA CALIBRATION menu lets you offset speed, temperature and depth data to further refine accuracy referring to the appropriate sensors. Rotate the course control knob to select “DATA CALIBRATION” from the INSTALLATION MENU, and then press the course control knob to show the DATA CALIBRATION menu. STW: TEMP: 18.00 F...

  • Page 47: Other Settings

    RECEIVE SCREEN SETUP DATA: TEST: CLEAR SETUP DATA: MEMORY CLEAR: ALL CLEAR Navpilot-500 Navpilot-511 System setup menu 4. Rotate the course control knob to select “REMOTE CONTROLLER 1” or “REMOTE CONTROLLER 2” from the SYSTEM SETUP menu. 5. Press the course control knob to show the remote controller options window.
  • Page 48 PREVIOUS COURSE PRESENT COURSE Course after remote options window (Ex. Navpilot-500) PREVIOUS (COURSE): The previous course before using the remote controller. PRESENT (COURSE): The heading at the moment the remote controller is turned off.
  • Page 49 For connection of FI-30 series *: Sentences are same as NMEA V3.0. 4. Press the course control knob. Note: When selecting FI-30 FORMAT, turn off the NAVpilot-500 and FI-30 at the same time always. Otherwise, data will be lost. 3-19...
  • Page 50 3. ADJUSTMENTS Setting the sentences Select the sentences to output from NMEA IN/OUT (PORT 1) and NMEA OUT (PORT 2) ports. 1. Open the SYSTEM SETUP menu referring to the previous paragraph. 2. Rotate the course control knob to select “DATA OUT” of PORT 1 or PORT 2 as appropriate.
  • Page 51 3. ADJUSTMENTS Using settings selected on other control unit You can use the display settings selected on other control unit. 1. Open the SYSTEM SETUP menu. 2. Rotate the course control knob to select “RECEIVE SCREN SETUP NO”. 3. Press the course control knob to show the optional window. 4.
  • Page 52 3. ADJUSTMENTS 3.6.3 Clearing all data All memories can be cleared to restore default settings. 1. Open the DOCKSIDE SETUP menu. 2. Rotate the course control knob to select COMPASS TYPE, and then press the course control knob. 3. Rotate the course control knob to select “OTHER”, and then press the course control knob.
  • Page 53 The simulation mode provides simulated operation to help acquaint users with the many features of the Navpilot-500/511. It allows you to view and control a simulated autopilot without position-fixing equipment. Most controls are operative so you may practice using the Navpilot-500/511.
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  • Page 67 DRAWN TITLE NAVpilot-500/511 ＊３）TABLE1参照。 K.MIYAZAWA Mar. 3 '04 CHECKED 名称 オートパイロット TAKAHASHI.T NOTE *1. SHIPYARD SUPPLY. APPROVED 相互結線図 Y. Hatai *2. OPTION. SCALE MASS NAME AUTOPILOT *3. REFER TO TABLE1. DWG No. INTERCONNECTION DIAGRAM C7250-C01- E FURUNO ELECTRIC CO., LTD.

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