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  • Page 1 Simrad AP20 and AP21 Autopilots A L W A Y S T H E F O R E F R O N T T E C H N O L O G Y...
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  • Page 3 Instruction manual Instruction Manual This manual is intended as a reference guide for operating and correctly installing the AP21 and AP22 autopilots. Great care has been paid to simplify operation and set-up of the autopilots. However, an autopilot is a complex electronic system. It is affected by sea conditions, speed of the vessel, hull shape and size.
  • Page 4 Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots Document revisions Date Written by Checked by Approved by N.G. N.S. Th.H. – 09.03.98 N.G. Th.H. 21.04.98 N.G. N.S. Th.H. 09.03.99 N.G. Th.H. 23.06.99 N.G. Th.H. 15.03.00 N.G. Th.H. 14.06.00 N.G. I.K. Th.H. 02.10.01 27.05.02 Document history Rev.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    RFC35R Rate compass ............... 13 CDI35 Course Detector Interface and CD100A Course Detector ..13 NMEA compass .................. 13 Other fluxgate compass models ............13 Simrad RGC10 and RGC50 gyrocompasses........13 1.9 Optional equipment................14 R3000X Remote Control..............14 S35 NFU Lever ................... 14 FU35 Follow-Up Steering Lever ............
  • Page 6 Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots 2.3 AP21 and AP22 with MSD50 Stern Drive unit ........18 Zero point setting ................18 Operation..................... 19 2.4 Follow-Up steering (FU)..............19 2.5 Non-Follow-Up steering (NFU)............19 2.6 R3000X Remote Control..............20 2.7 S35 Steering lever ................20 2.8 Automatic Steering................
  • Page 7 Instruction manual 3.9 CI300X Compass Interface ..............46 3.10 NI300X NMEA Interface..............47 3.11 R3000X Remote.................. 48 S35 NFU Steering Lever................48 3.13 LF3000 Linear Feedback ..............49 3.14 LFI3000 Mk2 Linear Feedback Interface ........... 49 3.15 NMEA sentences................. 50 3.16 IP protection ..................
  • Page 8 Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots JP21 Jack Point installation..............68 4.14 RFC35 Fluxgate Compass installation..........69 4.15 RFC35R Rate Compass installation............ 70 4.16 R3000X Remote Control installation..........72 4.17 S35 NFU Lever installation ..............73 4.18 Interfacing ..................74 4.19 Single NMEA input/output ..............74 4.20 Double NMEA input/output..............
  • Page 9 Instruction manual Compass Offset ................. 102 Automatic tuning................103 View parameters................104 Manual parameter adjust ..............105 NMEA Test ..................107 Master Reset..................107 Final sea trial ..................107 Providing user training..............108 Maintenance ..................109 5.1 Control unit ..................109 5.2 Junction Unit ..................
  • Page 10 Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots 20220596G...

  • Page 11: Introduction

    Today Simrad manufacture a complete range of autopilots for all types of vessels, from leisure boats up to advanced steering systems for merchant marine vessels.

  • Page 12: System Components

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots Other documentation material provided with your system includes a warranty card. This must be filled out by the authorized dealer that performed the installation and mailed in to activate the warranty. System components A basic autopilot system consists of the following units (refer to Figure 1-1 and Figure 1-2): •...

  • Page 13: Ap22 Control Unit

    Introduction JUNCTION UNIT AP21 CONTROL UNIT RFC35 FLUXGATE COMPASS REVERSIBLE RF300 PUMP RUDDER FEDDBACK Figure 1-2 AP21 Basic System AP22 Control Unit A compact autopilot control for panel, bulkhead or overhead mounting. It has a multifunction LCD display for readout of autopilot data, dedicated keys and rotary course knob.

  • Page 14: Rudder Feedback Unit

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots Junction unit comparison chart: J3000X J300X (J300X-40) Supply voltage 10-28 V 10-40 V Motor current 6/10 A 10/20A (20/40A) (continuous/peak) Clutch/bypass current 1,5 A 1,5 A Number of Robnet units NMEA ports (input/output) Solenoid output...

  • Page 15: Heading Sensors

    RFC35 Electronic Fluxgate Compass A compact heading sensor from Simrad with 15 m (45 feet) of cable. The direction of the earth's magnetic field is sensed by a floating ring core in a fluxgate coil and transformed to a digital signal read by the autopilot steering computer.

  • Page 16: Optional Equipment

    Furuno). Includes two Robnet connectors for connection to the autopilot system. CI300X Compass Interface Unit for interface to non-Simrad fluxgate compasses and windvane systems with analogue output, and NFU levers. Input for Simrad RGC50 and RGC10 gyro compasses. Mounting Bracket Optional bracket for bulkhead or overhead mount of AP22.

  • Page 17: Operation Of The Autopilot

    Introduction OPERATION OF THE AUTOPILOT WARNING ! An autopilot is a very useful navigational aid, but DOES NOT under any circumstance replace a human navigator. Do not use automatic steering when: • In heavy traffic areas or in narrow waters •...

  • Page 18: On/Off - Standby Mode

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots Multifunction LCD Rotary course knob PORT key STARBOARD key AUTO / manual speed select STANDBY / POWER On/Off NAV or WIND / setup DODGE / U-TURN / TACK Figure 2-2 AP21 Front Panel The control unit can operate as a stand alone unit in an autopilot system or combined in a multistation system.
  • Page 19 Operation Robertson AP22 Autopilot model Software V(ersion) and R(elease) SW V1R3 HW rev. 0 Hardware revision Robertson J300X Junction unit model SW V1R8 Software V(ersion) and R(elease) S000 Self check Main board revision Power board revision SW and HW revisions shown are examples only. After approx.

  • Page 20: Ap21 And Ap22 With Msd50 Stern Drive Unit

    The information in this paragraph only applies if your autopilot Note ! is driving a Simrad MSD50 Stern Drive. The MSD50 Stern drive unit has a relative feedback signal which needs a zero point setting after the autopilot has been turned on.

  • Page 21: Operation

    Operation Operation Follow the operating instructions on the following pages. There is no further need for zero point setting until next time you turn the autopilot on. Follow-Up steering (FU) When both the PORT and STBD push buttons are pressed simultaneously the autopilot is set to Follow-Up mode and rudder commands can be set by the course knob.

  • Page 22: R3000X Remote Control

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots R3000X Remote Control In the STBY mode the rudder will move as long as the Port or Stbd REMOTE button is pressed. Push buttons for Port and In AUTO mode, the set course will Stbd NFU commands change 1°...

  • Page 23: Automatic Speed Selection

    Operation AUTO First press Automatic steering mode Set course In AUTO, the autopilot is issuing rudder commands to keep the boat on the set course. Heading input is provided by the compass for course keeping. AUTO Second press Automatic steering mode. RFC compass heading.

  • Page 24: Manual Speed Selection

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots on, selection of the steering parameters may be accomplished automatically, based on the availability of input data from either an external speed log or an external navigator, or manually. The autopilot automatically selects the HI or LO parameter set.

  • Page 25: Navigating With The Ap21 Or Ap22

    Operation 2.11 Navigating with the AP21 or AP22 The autopilot has the capability to use steering information from an external navigator (GPS/Chart Plotter) to direct the boat to a specific waypoint location, or through a route of waypoints. In NAV mode, the autopilot uses the heading sensor as it's reference for course keeping.
  • Page 26 Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots Press again to activate Course to steer: 173° * NAV mode Cross track error: 0.02 nm to stbd. * CTS (course to steer) is the course set internally in the autopilot to steer the boat on to the track.

  • Page 27: Selecting A Different Navigator

    Operation Origin New heading accepted automatically after NAV/SETUP button is pressed Waypoint 1 Waypoint 2 Waypoint arrival zone (determined by the navigator) 2.12 Selecting a different Navigator If you have more than one navigation source connected to the autopilot, you will be able to choose any for navigation. Refer to the User Set-up menu for details on selecting a different navigator.

  • Page 28: Dodging

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots 2.13 Dodging Dodging is useful in situations where you need to quickly take control of the helm to steer around an obstruction, and then wish to return to the previous set heading after performing the evasive manoeuvre.

  • Page 29: Dodge In Nav

    Operation 2.14 Dodge in NAV DODGE Press to activate DODGE mode N.02 nm DODGE Cross track error: 0.02 nm to starboard Perform dodge using: Wheel Non Follow Up Press Follow Up both To return from Dodge mode press one of the following buttons: Selects NAV mode at present position with new bearing to waypoint AUTO...

  • Page 30: Turn-Mode

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots 2.15 TURN-mode The autopilot provides a special U-turn feature when in AUTO mode. This feature is very useful in a man overboard situation. U-Turn changes the current set course to be 180 degrees in the opposite direction.

  • Page 31: Wind Vane Steering

    Operation 2.17 Wind vane steering Prior to entering WIND mode the autopilot system should be operating in AUTO, with valid input from the selected wind transducer. The WIND mode is an alternative function to the NAV mode and it is only available if the system has been set up for SAIL-boat in the Installation Menu, and NAV/WIND source is set to WIND under the USER SETUP menu.

  • Page 32: Tacking In Wind Mode

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots RFC compass heading: 123° Second press HI speed parameter manually selected Rudder angle: 12° to starboard Dodging while in WIND mode is very similar to dodging in AUTO or NAV modes. Refer to DODGE mode operation in the AUTO mode section on page 26.

  • Page 33: Multiple Station System

    Operation 2.19 Multiple station system In normal operation of multiple control units, control is accessible from every control unit connected to the autopilot system. One control unit is "active" and provides the user with access to all functions and enables the user to change modes and set the course for automatic course keeping.
  • Page 34 Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots The “Lock function is disengaged by the following actions: • The “active” control unit unlocks by another double press on the STBY button. • The system is switched OFF by any control unit (press STBY for 2-3 seconds).

  • Page 35: User Set-Up Menu

    Operation 2.21 User Set-up Menu Sequences FWD in MENU BACK SETUP Sequences BACK in Scrolls through menu Quick double press MENU selections or sets to enter value on menu items User Setup Menu Nav/Wind SETUP The Nav/Wind selection only appears if the autopilot is configured for sailboat.
  • Page 36 Select comp. Select the compass to be used for AUTO steering if more than one compass is connected. Refer to the interface setup table on page 97. RFC = Simrad RFC35 Fluxgate compass or Simrad RFC35R Rate compass (See Note) 20220596G...
  • Page 37 Operation MAGN = Magnetic compass (or Simrad RFC35 Fluxgate Compass. (See Note) FLUXG = Non-Simrad fluxgate compass GYRO = Simrad gyrocompass NMEA = NMEA compass It is necessary to select the correct compass and Nav. source to Note ! make the autopilot operate.
  • Page 38 Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots This page is intentionally left blank 20220596G...

  • Page 39: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AP21 and AP22 Autopilot System Boat size and type:..... Up to 80 feet, Power, Displacement, Sail Steering system types:....Hydraulic, Mechanical Inter-unit connection: ....ROBNET network or two-wire supply/data System ON/OFF: ....... From control units Supply voltage: ......See junction units Power consumption: ....

  • Page 40: Ap22 Control Unit

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots Optional output: ....Anritsu and Furuno radar display (clock/data) Heading sensors: Standard: ......RFC35 Electronic Fluxgate compass Options:......Magnetic compass RFC35R Rate compass NMEA compass (Not J3000X) Simrad RGC50/RGC10 gyrocompasses * Analogue fluxgate compass (sin/cos)*...
  • Page 41 Technical specifications Figure 3-1 AP22 Control Unit - dimensions (Mounting bracket is optional equipment) (D3-208503) 20220596G...

  • Page 42: Ap21 Control Unit

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots AP21 Control Unit Dimensions: ....... See Figure 3-2 Weight: ........0,57 kg (1,25 lbs) Power consumption ....3 W Display: Type: ......... Backlit LCD matrix display Resolution: ......80 x 32 pixels Colour: ........Black Illumination: ......

  • Page 43: Junction Units

    Technical specifications Junction units Dimensions: ....... See Figure 3-3 and Figure 3-4 Weight: J300X/J3000X....1,3 kg (2,9 lbs.) J300X-40......2,8 kg (6,2 lbs) Supply voltage: J3000X ......10-28V DC J300X/J300X-40 ....10-40V DC Reverse voltage protection ..Yes (not J300X-40) Power consumption: ....
  • Page 44 Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots Figure 3-3 J300X/J3000X Junction Unit - Dimensions Figure 3-4 J300X-40 Junction Unit - Dimensions 20220596G...

  • Page 45: Rfc35 Fluxgate Compass

    Technical specifications RFC35 Fluxgate compass Dimensions: ....... See Figure 3-5 Weight: ........0,9 kg (2,0 lbs) Supply and output: ..... Polarity independent 2-wire supply with superimposed pulse width modulation Automatic Performance: Calibration: ....... Automatically activated by control head Gain compensation: ..Automatically adjusted continuously Repeatability: ......

  • Page 46: Rfc35R Rate Compass

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots RFC35R Rate compass Dimensions: ....... See Figure 3-5 Weight: ........0,9 kg (2,0 lbs) Supply and interface: ....Robnet Power consumption: ....0,9 watts Automatic Performance: Calibration: ....... Automatically activated by control head Gain compensation: ..Automatically adjusted continuously Rate sensor stabilised heading output Accuracy: ........

  • Page 47: Rf300 Rudder Feedback

    Technical specifications Weight: ........0,9 kg including cable (2,0 lbs.) Power consumption: ....0,9 watts Temperature range: Operation: ......0 to +55 °C (+32 to + 130 °F) Storage: ......–30 to +80 °C (–22 to +176 °F) Environmental Protection: ..IP56 Mounting: ........

  • Page 48: Ci300X Compass Interface

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots Temperature range: Operation: ......–10 to +55 °C (+14 to +130 °F) Storage: ......–30 to +80 °C (–22 to + 176 °F) Transmission link: ..... Stainless 350mm (13.8") with 2 ball joints. Ball joint stud for rudder arm requires 4.2mm dia hole and 5mm tap.

  • Page 49: Ni300X Nmea Interface

    Technical specifications Gyro compass input: ....Synchro 1:1 (RGC10/RGC50 gyrocompasses) Heading or windvane input: ..Sin/cos max 12V DC NFU steering lever input: ..Port/stbd potential free contact Robnet network interface: ..2 network connectors Cable inlets: ....... Rubber glands for cable diam. 10-14 mm Mounting: ........

  • Page 50: R3000X Remote

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots Material:........Epoxy coated aluminium Environmental Protection: ..IP44 Temperature range: Operation: ......0 to +55 °C (+32 to +130 °F) Storage: ......–30 to +80 °C (–22 to +176 °F) 3.11 R3000X Remote Dimensions:..See Figure 3-10 Weight: ....

  • Page 51: Lf3000 Linear Feedback

    Technical specifications 3.13 LF3000 Linear Feedback Stroke:......300 mm Operating principle: ..Variable differential transformer, excitation and signal conversion by separate LFI3000 Mk2 Interface unit Power: ......Supplied by LFI3000 Mk2 Dimensions: ....465 mm (18,3") x 22 (0,86") dia. Mounting: .....

  • Page 52: Nmea Sentences

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots 3.15 NMEA sentences NMEA messages and data overview for IS15, AP11, AP20, AP35, AP300X, AP3000(X) and J3xx V1R8 Message ident. Data source: p p p p p n n n (n/p/h=nav/pos/heading source, c=calculated) Accept. cond...
  • Page 53 Technical specifications Remarks: Indata use Bold red = {IS15, J3xx and IS11Multi} M=Multi only, black = {J3xx and IS15}. Blue 'X' IS15 only. Shadowed not to be used any more N/P=nav/pos data warning, *DGPS if flag=2 d,c d,c* d,c *Not for AP35 * Output only HDG message in to IS15 see note2 d,c*...

  • Page 54: Ip Protection

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots 3.16 IP protection Each part of a Simrad autopilot system has a two digit IP protection code. The IP rating is a method to classify the degree of protection against solid objects, water ingress and impact afforded by electrical equipment and enclosures.

  • Page 55: Installation

    Installation INSTALLATION General This section provides detailed information required to successfully installing the AP21 and AP22 Autopilot systems. The autopilot system includes several modules that need to be mounted in different locations on the boat, and also need to interface with at least three different systems on the boat: •...

  • Page 56: Unpacking And Handling

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots e) Test NAV mode and input interfaces (if connected) including optional heading sensors f) Test interface outputs to external equipment (if connected) 9. Seatrial settings (Page 100) a) Set rudder zero b) Compass calibration c) Compass Offset adjustment...

  • Page 57: Autopilot System Layout

    Installation As many of the units are communicating on a common network (ROBNET), with identical connectors, the installation is simplified. Try to mount the units within the standard cable length supplied with each unit, if possible. ROBNET Extension Cable (10m) is available from your distributor. Autopilot System Layout Figure 4-1 Autopilot system layout with options RF300 Rudder feedback installation...
  • Page 58 Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots As a starting point, it is desirable to set the transmitter rod to the inner limit of the outer slot if possible. (Refer to Figure 4-2). Drill and tap the rudder tiller arm so that the Y1 dimension is equal to the Y2 dimension (Use 4.2 mm drill and 5 mm tap).

  • Page 59: Junction Unit Installation

    Installation Observe the RF300 while someone turns the helm wheel through the complete travel from full port to full stbd. rudder to verify that the mechanical linkage to the RF300 is not obstructed. JUNCTION UNIT MAIN PCB Rudder Feedb. * NON POLARIZED (COLOUR INDEPENDENT) Figure 4-3 RF300 connection Junction unit installation...

  • Page 60: Cable Connections

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots Cable connections Use only shielded cables. This includes Mains input, drive units and if necessary for the extension of the RF300 Rudder Feedback cable. The clutch/bypass cable and the solenoid cable should be 1,5 mm (AWG14).
  • Page 61 Installation Note! The Mains input Ground terminal is not polarity protected on J300X-40. Power Board terminals TB9 and TB10 are not on the J3000X Power Board Main Board terminals 20220596G...

  • Page 62: Drive Unit Installation

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots 4.10 Drive unit installation The relation between drive units, drive unit voltage, input voltage, drive output and interfacing to steering gear are shown in the table below. The autopilot system detects whether a reversible motor or a solenoid is connected and outputs the correct drive signal automatically.
  • Page 63 Installation LINEAR DRIVE UNITS MODEL MOTOR JUNC- PEAK HARD- PWR. TILLER VOLTS TION STROKE THRUST RUDDER OVER CON- UNIT mm (in.) kg (lb.) TORQUE TIME SUMP. sec. (in.) (lb.in.) (30% load) MLD200 J3000X 300 (11,8) 1,5-6 A (440) (4350) (10,4) HLD350 J3000X 200 (7,9)

  • Page 64: Connecting A Reversible Pump

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots PREVIOUS MODELS DRIVE UNITS Model Motor Junction Drive output Interface to voltage unit steering gear RPU100, J300X Proportional Hydraulic RPU150, rate plumbing (Reversible hydraulic pump) MRD100 J300X 12V to clutch Chain/ (Reversible 24V to clutch...

  • Page 65: Connecting A Hydraulic Linear Drive

    Installation Connecting a hydraulic linear drive HYDRAULIC JUNCTION UNIT LINEAR DRIVE POWER PCB TB1 TB2 TB3 TB4 TB5 Bypass Clutch Single pole clutch/bypass switch Figure 4-6 Connecting a hydraulic linear drive Connecting a solenoid valve JUNCTION UNIT SOLENOID VALVE POWER PCB TB1 TB2 TB3 TB4 TB5 Sol.

  • Page 66: Control Unit Installation

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots 4.11 Control unit installation Avoid mounting the control unit(s) where it is easily exposed to sunlight, as this will shorten the lifetime of the display. If this is not possible, make sure the units are always covered with the white protection cover when not used.

  • Page 67: Optional Bracket Mounting Of Ap22

    Installation Optional bracket mounting of AP22 • Locate the cradle on the mounting site and mark the 4 holes for the fixing screws on the mounting surface. • Drill the 4 mounting holes and screw the cradle to the mounting surface. •...
  • Page 68 Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots When installing a system, try to minimize total Robnet cable length by connecting all Robnet units to the nearest available Robnet connector. Total length of Robnet cable installed in a system should not exceed 50 m (165').

  • Page 69: Control Unit Connection

    Installation HOW TO REMOVE PINS: Extraction tool Pull the wire Insert tool in slot For installations that require special cable length, contact your Note ! Simrad distributor for information. 4.13 Control unit connection AP22 connection AP22 JUNCTION UNIT CONTROL UNIT...

  • Page 70: Jp21 Jack Point Installation

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots Note ! The AP21 cable contains an air-breathing tube. Check that the tube is open after you have cut the cable. JP21 Jack Point installation The JP21 can be used in conjunction with the AP21 control units.

  • Page 71: Rfc35 Fluxgate Compass Installation

    Installation 4.14 RFC35 Fluxgate Compass installation Figure 4-12 RFC35 mounting The heading sensor is the most important part of the autopilot system and great care should be taken when deciding the mounting location. As the heading is displayed on the Control Unit, the heading sensor can be mounted at a remote location.

  • Page 72: Rfc35R Rate Compass Installation

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots Use the supplied mounting kit and drill the holes through the centre of the slots in the sensor or the mounting brackets. The compass face plate on the RFC35 is the TOP. Never mount it Note ! upside down! Level the sensor as close to horizontal as possible.
  • Page 73 Installation • Alternatively, if there is no free receptacle, cut the connector from the cable and connect the wires in parallel with the wires going from the junction unit to the control unit. Do not connect the yellow and the green wire, but secure them from connection to the terminal or chassis.

  • Page 74: R3000X Remote Control Installation

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots 4.16 R3000X Remote Control installation R3000X should be mounted in the supplied bracket that can be fixed by four mounting screws. The unit is weather proof and can be mounted outdoor. R3000X J3000X/J300X JUNCTION UNIT...

  • Page 75: S35 Nfu Lever Installation

    Installation 4.17 S35 NFU Lever installation The unit is mounted to bulkhead or panel by two screws from the front. The cable is connected to the junction unit according to Figure 4-17. Interchange the port and stbd wires to the screw terminals in the junction unit if necessary to make the direction of the lever movement coincide with the direction of the rudder movement.

  • Page 76: Interfacing

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots 4.18 Interfacing With the autopilot system there are several possibilities to connect to other equipment for data exchange: 1. J3000X includes a single NMEA input/output port. 2. J300X includes two NMEA input/output ports and Clock Data interface to Anritsu and Furuno radars.

  • Page 77: Double Nmea Input/Output

    HDT (True) or HDG (Magn.) heading on 10 Hz (10x/sec.) NMEA2, TX2+, TX2– depending on heading source. NMEA format 4.22 NMEA Compass in (Applies for AP20 V1R3/J300X V1R8 onwards) J300X / J300X-40 JUNCTION UNIT POWER PCB TB10 NMEA COMPASS NMEA...

  • Page 78: Radar Clock/Data

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots 4.23 Radar Clock/Data ANRITSU J300X JUNCTION UNIT P O W E R P C B FURUNO RADAR T B 8 T B 1 0 T B 9 R a d a r Figure 4-21 Radar Clock/Data connection 4.24...
  • Page 79 Installation Figure 4-22 IS15 Instruments / J3XX Connection Figure 4-23 IS15 Expander / J3XX Connection 20220596G...

  • Page 80: External Alarm

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots 4.25 External Alarm The external alarm circuit has an open collector output for an external alarm relay or buzzer. The operating voltage for the circuit is the main supply voltage. Max. load on external alarm output is 0.9 Amp.
  • Page 81 Configuration for Anritsu or Furuno is selected in the Installation Menu. 12V out can drive max. 2 IS15 instruments (max 250mA load), e.g. “Rudder” and “Compass”. 12V DC BLACK MAX 250 mA SIGN. RET. SIMRAD STAND ALONE IS15 INSTRUMENT BLACK WHITE (YEL) GREEN GPS OR PLOTTER BLACK LORAN C SIGN.

  • Page 82: Ci300X Analogue Interface Unit

    • Magnetic compass connection with CD100A course detector. • Gyrocompass connection for Simrad RGC50, RGC10 • Analogue input of SIN/COS for either one of the following: – Fluxgate compass connection (for other manufacturers SIN/COS fluxgate compasses) –...

  • Page 83: Lf3000 Linear Feedback

    Installation CI300X COMPASS INTERFACE MAGNETIC COMPASS WITH CD100A COURSE DETECTOR Vref FLUXGATE COMPASS WITH SINE/COSINE OUTPUT DC SUPPLY WIND VANE RGC10/RGC50 GYRO COMPASS CD100 CONNECTIONS: NON FOLLOW UP STBD ALT. 1 ALT. 2 STEERING PORT BROWN BLACK* LEVER ENAB WHITE ORANGE GREEN GREEN...
  • Page 84 Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots Center the drives. Loosely secure the LF3000 to the supplied mounting bracket, across the center of the drive unit cylinder. Either cylinder may be used if there is a dual set up. You may mount the feedback in either direction, i.e. the shaft of LF3000 may point to port or starboard.

  • Page 85: Cd100A Course Detector

    Installation LFI3000 Mk2 JUNCTION UNIT LINEAR FEEDBACK MAIN PCB INTERFACE Rudder Feedb. Figure 4-28 LF3000/LFI3000 Mk2 connection Note ! The previous LFI3000 had no centre block terminal for screen termination. 4.29 CD100A Course Detector On some installations the owner may prefer to use the boats own compass.

  • Page 86: Cdi35 Interface

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots 4.30 CDI35 Interface Locate the CDI35 as close to the compass as possible so that there will be no problem finding it in the event of a service. Put the two fixing screws in the slots and secure the unit to the bulkhead.

  • Page 87: Software Setup Procedure

    Installation 4.31 Software Setup Procedure Description of Installation Settings The design of the autopilot includes advanced features that have simplified the installation and setup of an autopilot. The principle advantage is that manual adjustments that needed to be done on previous models are no longer necessary with the AP21 and AP22.

  • Page 88: Installation Menu

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots on and if an attempt is made to access the AUTO or NAV modes prior to completion of setup. • The Dockside, Interface and Seatrial settings can only be accessed when the system is in STBY mode.
  • Page 89 Installation ENTER INSTALLATION MENU SYMBOLS INSTALLATION BY PRESSING AND HOLDING THE MENU NAV BUTTON FOR 5 SECONDS SELECT OR CONFIRM BY ROTARY COURSE SELECTOR LANGUAGE MENU GO TO NEXT MENU ITEM BY PRESSING STBD BUTTON LANGUAGE ENGLISH DEUTSCH REVERT TO PREVIOUS FRANCAIS MENU ITEM ESPANOL...

  • Page 90: Language Selection

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots There are several actions that you can do once you have accessed the IM: • Answer YES to the question by rotating the course knob clockwise. • Change the highlighted item by rotating the course knob.

  • Page 91: Dockside Settings

    Installation 4.32 Dockside settings The following menu items are accessible and can be set up in the Dockside Menu: • Boat type • Drive Unit voltage • Rudder Feedback calibration • Automatic Rudder test • Transition Speed In addition the Dockside Menu display will show: •...

  • Page 92: Drive Unit Voltage Selection

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots Drive unit voltage selection This menu option requires the installer to set the drive unit voltage to the correct level. The selections are 12V, 24V or 32V (32V only with J300X/J300X-40) and should be set to the voltage specified for your drive unit.
  • Page 93 Note ! If you are not making any adjustment to the display readout (i.e. not turning the course knob), the AP20 will set a (default) value of 45° to each side in order to get full deflection on the display. If the real rudder deflection is less than ±20°, make sure the...

  • Page 94: Automatic Rudder Test

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots Proceed to next menu item by pressing STBD [>] button. Ru dd er t es t Mo to r - -- Cl ut ch /B yp as s -- - -- -- -- -- -...

  • Page 95: Transition Speed

    Installation Figure 4-28). If this gives a better result keep the screen connected. Proceed to next menu item by pressing STBD [>] button. Transition Speed Transition speed 00kn The transition speed is the speed where the autopilot will automatically change the steering parameter set from HI speed to LO speed parameters, or vice versa.

  • Page 96: Interface Settings

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots Rotate the course dial clockwise until the transition speed is set to the desired value in knots. Proceed to next menu item by pressing STBD [>] button. Interface Settings The autopilot system provides a totally flexible approach to the input of data from heading sensors and other peripheral equipment.
  • Page 97 CDI35 +CD100A is connected to course detector (CD100A) junction unit. CD100A only must be connected to CI300X. FLUXG For use with non-Simrad Optional CI300X item. fluxgate compasses that output SIN/COS GYRO For use with Simrad Optional CI300X item. True data...
  • Page 98 Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots Interface setup - input signal Setup item Equipment Hardware port terminal Hardware port (abbrev. connected (use one available from list) to be assigned name) (* = default setting) GPS1 Not connected – – – –...
  • Page 99 Installation Setup item Equipment Hardware port terminal Hardware port (abbrev. connected (use one available from list) to be assigned name) (* = default setting) NAV2 Not connected – – – –* J300X, Main PCB NMEA I/P RX1+,RX1– J300X-1 J300X, Power PCB NMEA I/P RX2+,RX2– J300X-2 NI300X, NMEA port #1 NI300-1...
  • Page 100 Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots Note 2 NMEA OUTPUT 2 on J300X has a constant output rate of 10x/sec. for HDG or HDT. Both port 1 and 2 are still sending HDM at 1 Hz. HDM is an obsolete sentence but some older equipment may still use it.
  • Page 101 Installation Note ! At the completion of the Interface Setup, the names of items that you have assigned hardware ports to will be available as sources of data for NAV (navigation), POS (position) and COMPASS in the USER SETUP MENU. It is recommended that you access the User Setup Menu directly after completing the Interface Setup to select the desired data.

  • Page 102: Seatrial

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots 4.33 Sea Trial The Sea-trial menu can only be accessed if the Dockside Settings are done and confirmed. It is also recommended that the Interface Setup be performed prior to Seatrial settings. The following are the seatrial settings: •...

  • Page 103: Compass Calibration

    Installation • Confirm the rudder ZERO position by rotating the course knob clockwise. The display will then show: Set rudder zero Confirmed 00 Press STBD [>] to proceed to next menu item. Compass calibration This function will activate the automatic compass calibration procedure.

  • Page 104: Compass Offset

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots If the compass is close to disturbing magnetic objects, the compass calibration may fail, and the display will show: RF C co mp as s F ai le d Try a second calibration. If it still fails, move the compass to a better location and re-calibrate.

  • Page 105: Automatic Tuning

    Installation • The automatic calibration obtained by the compass is not correct, and may be due to a large magnetic influence near the compass (a relocation may be needed) or too much waves during calibration. Proceed to the AUTOTUNE function by pressing the STBD [>] button, or return to STBY mode.

  • Page 106: View Parameters

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots Automatic Au to ma ti c tuning tu ni ng confirmed Activate the AUTOTUNE, by rotating the course knob clockwise. The display will flash “Automatic tuning”. After the Autotune has been completed the rudder must be controlled manually, as the mode is returned to STBY.

  • Page 107: Manual Parameter Adjust

    Installation Manual parameter adjust Boat type: Own boat Displayed parameter Displacement Planing Autotune Manual Use course knob & Sail to adjust LOw speed parameters Rudder LO 0.50 0.30 Cont Rudder LO 1.40 1.40 Autotrim LO 40 sec. 40 sec. Rudder lim LO 20°...
  • Page 108 Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots • Too much Rudder gives unstable steering and reduces speed. • Low speed requires more rudder than high speed. Counter Rudder is the parameter that counteracts the effect of the boats turn rate and inertia. For a short time period it is superimposed on the normal rudder response as provided by the Rudder parameter.

  • Page 109: Nmea Test

    Installation NMEA Test This menu item is for trouble shooting only. Do not pay attention to the readings on the display if the system interface is OK. Proceed to the Master Reset menu by pressing the STBD [>] button, or press STBY to return to normal operation. Master Reset INSTAL LATION M a s t e r r e s e t...

  • Page 110: Providing User Training

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots transition speed is crossed (by more than 1 Knot higher or lower speed). • Try the Dodge function and the U-turn. • If a Non-Follow Up lever (or handheld remote) is connected, test the mode switching and verify Port and Stbd steering commands of the lever.

  • Page 111: Maintenance

    Maintenance MAINTENANCE Control unit The AP21 and AP22 Control Units will under normal use require little maintenance. If the unit requires any form of cleaning, use fresh water and a mild soap solution (not a detergent). It is important to avoid using chemical cleaners and hydrocarbons such as diesel, petrol etc.

  • Page 112: Exchange Of Software Programme

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots Exchange of software programme Junction Unit PROM Figure 5-1 J3000X/J300X/J300X-40 Main PC-Board AP22 Control Unit PROM Figure 5-2 AP22 PCB, component layout 20220596G...
  • Page 113 Maintenance AP21 Control Unit PROM Figure 5-3 AP21 PCB, component layout • Remove the PROM from the socket by means of the special extraction tool (p/n 44139806). • Insert the tool by pressing the two grip pins down into the two slots in the corners of the socket.
  • Page 114 Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots • The identification tag indicates: - Name of unit Identification - Part number - Software version Cut-off WARNING ! Make sure that the right PROM Slots is mounted in the actual unit. PROM for AP21 and AP22 Control Unit:...

  • Page 115: Trouble Shooting

    Refer to the table below for hints and try to solve the problem yourself, or consult your nearest Simrad dealer for assistance. Perform the repair action in the listed order.
  • Page 116 Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots Display Probable fault Recommended action readout Rudder test Following conditions Refer to recommended actions for the failed may exist: specific probable faults. a) Rudder feedback failure b) J3XX current overload c) Bypass/clutch overload Rudder moves in one...
  • Page 117 Trouble shooting Display Probable fault Recommended action readout Compass data No data from 1. If more that one compass is missing selected compass. connected to the system, refer to the USER SETUP menu to select a different compass. 2. Check connections/Interface menu. 3.
  • Page 118 Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots Display Probable fault Recommended action readout Data failure Wrong checksum Perform a "Master reset" and make a new J3XX on memory "Dockside set-up". Switch off and on parameters or again. If the alarm is repeated, replace variables.

  • Page 119: System Data Menu

    Trouble shooting Alarms in AUTO and NAV: The boat is off Extreme weather 1. Check steering parameters (Rudder, course conditions, too slow Autotrim, Seastate-filter). speed. 2. Increase Rudder value Boats heading is 3. Increase boat speed, if possible, or outside fixed off steer by hand.

  • Page 120: Nmea Data Menu

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots Co mpass he ading 356.7 Ru dder an gle S 23.45 Compass heading readout Rudder angle. Normally between zero and 45 degrees. Steer course Clutch/Bypass not installed Steered course in Auto and Nav. mode. Verifies if clutch or bypass valve has been activated when performing the rudder test.

  • Page 121: Decoding

    Trouble shooting you with status information of the different NMEA sentences used in the system. Decoding The incoming signals are decoded according to a built in priority table. Cross track and bearing information are taken from the NMEA sentences with highest priority. One of the following codes will be displayed: No data or no NMEA sentence containing the data needed is available at the input port.

  • Page 122: Nmea Signal Monitor

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots NMEA signal monitor Close to the NMEA terminals in the junction unit you will find a green LED marked “RX”. A flickering LED indicates that an NMEA signal is received. It does not, however, qualify the contents of the message.

  • Page 123: Spare Parts List

    Spare parts list SPARE PARTS LIST AP21 Control Unit 22086268 AP21 Control Unit 22086276 Mounting kit 22086169 AP21 Board Ass'y 22085823 PROM (programmed) V..R.. 22086193 Back cover 22086250 AP21 Front Housing Ass’y 22086383 Cable with gasket AP22 Control Unit 22085849 AP22 Control Unit 22085831 Standard mounting kit consisting of:...
  • Page 124 Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots 22081707 J300X Installation accessories 22081855 J3000X Installation accessories 22081962 J300X-40 Installation accessories 22081251 J300X Power PCB Ass'y 22081715 J3000X Power PCB Ass'y 22081947 J300X-40 Power PCB Ass'y 22081285 J300X Main PCB Ass'y (All models) 22081640...
  • Page 125 Spare parts list 20193624 RF300 Ball joint Ass'y (2) CI300X Compass Interface 22081137 CI300X Compass Interface 22082044 CI300X PCB Ass'y 20193256 20193264 Cover 44138816 Cover nutknobs 20191607 Robnet Cable 7m NI300X NMEA Interface 22081129 NI300X NMEA Interface 20191607 Robnet cable 7m 22081913 NI300X PCB Ass'y 20193256...

  • Page 126: Glossary

    Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots GLOSSARY NMEA 0183 - A format (language) designed to permit communication between various types of marine electronic equipment. In essence this is a two-wire shielded, serial data link, permitting one device to talk while other devices listen.
  • Page 127 Index BRG POS - WP – Bearing to a specified waypoint from present position. SOG - Speed over ground is the actual speed of the vessel relative to the ocean floor. COG - Course Over Ground - The actual direction of progress of a vessel, between two points, with respect to the surface of the earth, The vessels heading may differ from the course over ground due to the effects of wind, tide, currents.
  • Page 128 Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots Index alarm voltage, 89 external, 77 fluxgate compass listing, 113 installation, 69 automatic tuning, 102 specifications, 43 autotrim, 105 follow-up steering, 19 backlight, 33 grounding, 58 bracket, 65 illumination. See backlight cable installation menu, 85...
  • Page 129 Index LO speed, 103 software program exchange, view, 103 position source, 34 software setup, 84 radar connection, 75 specifications, 37 rate compass speed selection installation, 70 automatic, 21 remote control manual, 22 installation, 72 steering lever specifications, 48 installation, 72 Robnet, 65 specifications, 48 rudder...
  • Page 130 Simrad AP21 and AP22 Autopilots SALES AND SERVICE WORLDWIDE (150502) (Recreational) MALTA SPAIN EUROPE Medcomms Ltd. Simrad Spain, SL Maritim Oy AUSTRIA 4 Msida Rd. Partida Torres N° 38 Veneentekijäntie 1 Allroundmarin Gzira GZR03 Nave 8 Y 9 SF 00210 Helsinki Griesfeldstrasse 1 Tel.: +356 21 335521...
  • Page 131 Fax: +56 2 207 2695 Fax: +852 2 873 0679 Enterprise Co. Ltd. UNITED ARAB PERU 12F-4, No. 251 EMIRATES INDIA Simrad Peru S.A. Min Chuan 1 Road Maritronics Norinco Private Ltd. Calle Los Topacios 266- Kaohsiung Priya Square P.O. Box 6488 Tel.: +886 722 72887...
  • Page 132 Manufacturer: Simrad Robertson AS P.O. Box 55 N-4379 Egersund Norway Telephone: +47 51 46 20 00 Telefax: +47 51 46 20 01 www.simrad.com A L W A Y S T H E F O R E F R O N T...

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