Raymarine EVOLUTION EV-1 Installation Instructions Manual

Raymarine EVOLUTION EV-1 Installation Instructions Manual

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Evolution EV-1 and ACU
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
English (en-US)
Date:
01-2017
Document number:
87180-4
© 2017 Raymarine UK Limited

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  • Page 1 Evolution EV-1 and ACU INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS English (en-US) Date: 01-2017 Document number: 87180-4 © 2017 Raymarine UK Limited...
  • Page 3 Software updates Important: Check the Raymarine website for the latest software releases for your product. www.raymarine.com/software Product handbooks The latest versions of all English and translated handbooks are available to download in PDF format from the website www.raymarine.com.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1 Important information..... 7 Example: Evolution recommended Water ingress ..........7 system ACU-200, ACU-300, Disclaimer..........8 ACU-400 ..........20 Suppression ferrites ........8 3.7 Warnings and cautions...... 21 Connections to other equipment ....8 3.8 Selecting a location ......21 Declaration of conformity......
  • Page 6 ACU-300 ..........34 7.3 Product cleaning........ 59 Connections overview — Chapter 8 Technical support ....61 ACU-400 ..........34 8.1 Raymarine product support and Making connections ........ 34 servicing ..........62 Power connection — ACU-200, Viewing product information....62 ACU-300, ACU-400......... 34 8.2 Learning resources......
  • Page 7: Chapter 1 Important Information

    Representative fits this product. You will Warning: Power supply only receive full warranty benefits if you voltage can show that an Authorized Raymarine Service Representative has installed and Connecting this product to a voltage commissioned this product. supply greater than the specified...
  • Page 8: Disclaimer

    Disclaimer Warranty registration Raymarine does not warrant that this product is To register your Raymarine product ownership, error-free or that it is compatible with products please visit www.raymarine.com and register online. manufactured by any person or entity other than It is important that you register your product to Raymarine.
  • Page 9: Chapter 2 Document And Product Information

    Chapter 2: Document and product information Chapter contents • 2.1 Handbook information on page 10 • 2.2 Product overview on page 11 Document and product information...
  • Page 10: Handbook Information

    • obtain support if required. Autopilot controller documentation This and other Raymarine product documentation Commissioning and operating instructions for your is available to download in PDF format from autopilot with compatible Autopilot Controllers are www.raymarine.com.
  • Page 11: Product Overview

    E12026 Rudder Gain, Rudder Damping, Counter Rudder, and compass calibration settings required by All documents are available to download from the existing autopilots are no longer necessary Raymarine website: www.raymarine.com/manuals The Evolution system consists of the following SeaTalkng® documentation components:...
  • Page 12: Required Additional Components

    Consult the then be able to select your preferred data source. Raymarine website or your local dealer for a full list of the components included with your autopilot Note: Once you have completed setting up your system.
  • Page 13: Chapter 3 Planning The Installation

    Chapter 3: Planning the installation Chapter contents • 3.1 Installation checklist on page 14 • 3.2 Parts supplied on page 14 • 3.3 Software updates on page 15 • 3.4 Compatible autopilot controllers on page 16 • 3.5 Compatible drive units on page 17 •...
  • Page 14: Installation Checklist

    3.1 Installation checklist 3.2 Parts supplied Installation includes the following activities: Parts supplied — EV-1 and EV-2 Installation Task Plan your system. Obtain all required equipment and tools. Site all equipment. Route all cables. Drill cable and mounting holes. Make all connections into equipment. Secure all equipment in place.
  • Page 15: Parts Supplied - Acu-200, Acu-300, Acu-400

    Parts supplied — ACU-200, ACU-300, 3.3 Software updates ACU-400 The software running on 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).
  • Page 16: Compatible Autopilot Controllers

    3.4 Compatible autopilot Product name controllers SmartController (repeat controller only) A SeaTalkng® autopilot 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 S100 remote (repeat limited functionality.
  • Page 17: Compatible Drive Units

    Constant Running ACU-300 Once you have this figure, refer to the Cylinder Ram Size Chart on the Raymarine pump (solenoid) website to determine which hydraulic autopilot pump is compatible with your vessel's hydraulic steering system: http://www.raymarine.co.uk/view/?id=209.
  • Page 18 • The information provided in the preceding table is for guidance only. If you are in any doubt as to the correct drive unit for your vessel, contact Raymarine Technical Support or an authorized Raymarine dealer.
  • Page 19: System Examples

    3.6 System examples Example: Evolution recommended system ACU-100, ACU-150 Example: Evolution minimum system ACU-100, ACU-150 1. 12 V dc power supply (providing power to SeaTalkng®) 2. EV-1 sensor 3. Autopilot controller 1. 12 V dc power supply (providing power to 4.
  • Page 20: Example: Evolution Minimum System

    Example: Evolution minimum system Example: Evolution recommended ACU-200, ACU-300, ACU-400 system ACU-200, ACU-300, ACU-400 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.
  • Page 21: Warnings And Cautions

    3.7 Warnings and cautions 3.8 Selecting a location Warning: Potential ignition Important: Before proceeding, ensure that you have read and understood the warnings and source cautions provided in the Chapter 1 Important This product is NOT approved for use in information section of this document.
  • Page 22: Location Requirements - Acu

    For optimum EMC performance we recommend that wherever possible: • Raymarine equipment and cables connected to it are: – At least 1m (3ft) from any equipment transmitting or cables carrying radio signals e.g. VHF radios, cables and antennas.
  • Page 23: Product Dimensions

    3.9 Product dimensions Dimensions — EV–1 and EV–2 Dimensions — ACU-100, ACU-150 Dimensions — ACU-200, ACU-300, ACU-400 Planning the installation...
  • Page 25: Chapter 4 Cables And Connections

    Chapter 4: Cables and connections Chapter contents • 4.1 General cabling guidance on page 26 • 4.2 EV connections on page 26 • 4.3 ACU-100, ACU-150 connections on page 29 • 4.4 ACU-200, ACU-300, ACU-400 connections on page 34 • 4.5 SeaTalk®...
  • Page 26: General Cabling Guidance

    • Unless otherwise stated use only standard cables of the correct type, supplied by Raymarine. • Ensure that any non-Raymarine cables are of the correct quality and gauge. For example, longer power cable runs may require larger wire gauges to minimize voltage drop along the run.
  • Page 27: Power Connection - Ev-1

    NOT cover every scenario. If you are unsure how to provide the correct level of protection, please consult an authorized Raymarine dealer or a suitably qualified professional marine electrician. In the example above the system has an overall LEN Implementation —...
  • Page 28 • If you need to extend the length of the power Important: cable, ensure you use suitably rated cable and Be aware that the suitable fuse rating for the that sufficient power (12 V dc) is available at the thermal breaker or fuse is dependent on the SeaTalkng®...
  • Page 29: Acu-100, Acu-150

    4.3 ACU-100, ACU-150 Warning: Positive ground connections systems Do not connect this unit to a system which Connections overview — ACU-100, has positive grounding. ACU-150 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.
  • Page 30: Grounding - Dedicated Drain Wire Required

    (screen) for connection to a vessel's RF ground to provide the correct level of protection, please point. consult an authorized Raymarine dealer or a It is important that an effective RF ground is suitably qualified professional marine electrician. connected to the unit. The unit can be grounded by connecting the drain conductor (screen) to the Implementation —...
  • Page 31: Power And Drive Cables

    • Alternatively, the unit’s power connection may be Circuit breaker connected to a suitable breaker or switch on the Fuse vessel's power distribution panel, or factory-fitted power distribution point. Where possible, connect individual items of • The distribution point should be fed from equipment to individual circuit breakers.
  • Page 32: Drive (Motor) Connection - Acu-100

    Max. Note: Supply length The connection colors for the motor cables may be Drive voltage (A+B) Cable size different depending on the motor type. 12 V 0–5 m 10 mm (8 AWG) Type 3 drive (0–16.4 ft) Motor power output 24 V 0–5 m 6 mm...
  • Page 33: Rudder Reference Connection

    Evolution system with all autopilot products or system packs. components will ignore rudder inputs from any Consult the Raymarine website or your local dealer rudder reference units that are NOT connected for a full list of the components included with your directly to an Evolution ACU.
  • Page 34: Acu-200

    4.4 ACU-200, ACU-300, ACU-400 Connections overview — ACU-400 connections Connections overview — ACU-200 1. SeaTalkng® connection 2. Digital input / output connection 3. Sleep switch connection 1. SeaTalkng® connection 4. Power connection 2. Sleep switch connection 5. Motor (drive) connection 3.
  • Page 35: Grounding - Dedicated Drain Wire Required

    Warning: Positive ground ACU-200 20 A systems ACU-300 15 A Do not connect this unit to a system which ACU-400 40 A has positive grounding. Grounding — Dedicated drain wire Fuses and circuit protection required There are 3 levels of power protection in the autopilot system.
  • Page 36 Raymarine dealer or a protection. suitably qualified professional marine electrician. • In all cases, observe the recommended breaker / fuse ratings provided in the product’s...
  • Page 37: Power And Drive Cables

    Circuit breaker Max. Supply length Fuse Drive voltage (A+B) Cable size Where possible, connect individual items of 12 V 0–5 m 10 mm (8 AWG) equipment to individual circuit breakers. Where this Type 3 drive (0–16.4 ft) is not possible, use individual in-line fuses to provide 24 V 0–5 m 6 mm...
  • Page 38: Solenoid (Drive) And Bypass Valve Connection - Acu-300

    The clutch voltage may be different from that of the should be no permanent damage to the autopilot. drive itself, for example the range of both 12 V and 24 V Raymarine drives all have a 12 V clutch. If in doubt, consult your local dealer. Clutch power output ACU–200...
  • Page 39: Vmu Adapter Connection - Acu-400

    3. ZF-Marine VMU (Connection to sail pod drive) Note: The screen wire is terminated at the ZF-Marine VMU and VMU adaptor. It is NOT connected at the ACU-400. Raymarine recommends the following cable specification: • 4-core (22 AWG) with overall screen SeaTalkng® connection — ACU-200, ACU-300, ACU-400...
  • Page 40: Sleep Switch Connection - Acu-200

    NOT connected Consult the Raymarine website or your local dealer directly to an Evolution ACU. for a full list of the components included with your autopilot system.
  • Page 41: SeatalkĀ® Pilot Controller Connection

    4.5 SeaTalk® pilot controller connection The SeaTalk® to SeaTalkng® converter can be used to enable control of SeaTalkng® autopilots using legacy SeaTalk® pilot controllers. Other SeaTalk® devices can be connected to the SeaTalkng® backbone in the same way. 1. SeaTalkng® MFD (MFDs require a separate power supply.) 2.
  • Page 43: Chapter 5 Installation

    Chapter 5: Installation Chapter contents • 5.1 EV-1 Installation on page 44 • 5.2 ACU Installation on page 46 • 5.3 Drive unit installation on page 47 Installation...
  • Page 44: Installation

    5.1 EV-1 Installation Important: The unit must be mounted with the LED ‘arrow’ Surface mounting the EV-1 in parallel alignment with the longitudinal axis (centerline) of the vessel and be pointing towards The supplied Deck mounting kit is used to surface the vessel’s bow.
  • Page 45: Releasing The Unit From The Adaptor

    2. Place the small sealing ring in the groove located on 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.
  • Page 46: Acu Installation

    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 Once the cover is removed, the unit’s mounting...
  • Page 47: Mounting The

    1. Mount the ACU in an appropriate location and The documents are also available to secure with the screws supplied. download from the Raymarine website: www.raymarine.com/manuals You should also mount the autopilot control head and rudder reference unit (if appropriate) at this time.
  • Page 49: Chapter 6 System Checks And Troubleshooting

    Chapter 6: System checks and troubleshooting Chapter contents • 6.1 Post-installation checks on page 50 • 6.2 Autopilot system setup on page 50 • 6.3 Alarms on page 51 • 6.4 LED indications — EV-1 on page 54 • 6.5 LED indications — ACU on page 55 System checks and troubleshooting...
  • Page 50: Post-Installation Checks

    2 seconds. 3. Check the display for error messages that could indicate a problem with the installation. For assistance with diagnosing faults: • Refer to the troubleshooting information supplied with the product, or • contact Raymarine customer support...
  • Page 51: Alarms

    6.3 Alarms Alarms are raised by the autopilot system to alert you to mechanical and electrical conditions requiring your attention. The Evolution components transmit alarm alerts on the SeaTalkng® network for display on autopilot controllers and MFDs, along with an audible alert. The Evolution components stop raising an alarm when the alarm condition ceases or the alarm is acknowledged on the autopilot controller or MFD.
  • Page 52 The internal rate gyro on the EV-1 or RATEGYRO FAIL If the problem persists, contact your local EV-2 unit has developed a fault. This will Raymarine service center. be evident as a compass issue and could cause the compass heading to deviate or lock-up.
  • Page 53 Alarm Message Possible causes Solution JOYSTICK FAULT A fault has occurred with the joystick. Check the connections to, and operation This alarm applies only to autopilot of the joystick. systems that include a joystick controller. NO IPS (NO DRIVE DETECTED) Loss of communications between the Check all physical data connections EV-1 and ACU, or EV-2 and drive...
  • Page 54: Led Indications - Ev-1

    Cycle repeats after 4 • Ensure network cable and seconds. connections are secure and free from damage. • If problem persists contact Raymarine technical support. Short flash red on SeaTalkng® • If problem persists contact (x7), long flash off. connected but not...
  • Page 55: Led Indications - Acu

    Cycle repeats after 4 • Ensure network cable and seconds. connections are secure and free from damage. • If problem persists contact Raymarine technical support. Short flash red on SeaTalkng® • If problem persists contact (x7), long flash off. connected but not...
  • Page 57: Chapter 7 Maintenance

    Chapter 7: Maintenance Chapter contents • 7.1 Service and maintenance on page 58 • 7.2 Routine equipment checks on page 58 • 7.3 Product cleaning on page 59 Maintenance...
  • Page 58: Service And Maintenance

    7.1 Service and maintenance 7.2 Routine equipment checks This product contains no user serviceable Raymarine strongly recommends that you complete components. Please refer all maintenance a number of routine checks to ensure the correct and and repair to authorized Raymarine dealers.
  • Page 59: Product Cleaning

    7.3 Product cleaning Best cleaning practices. When cleaning products: • Lightly rinse or flush with clean, cool fresh water. • If your product has a display screen, do NOT wipe the screen with a dry cloth, as this could scratch the screen coating.
  • Page 61: Chapter 8 Technical Support

    Chapter 8: Technical support Chapter contents • 8.1 Raymarine product support and servicing on page 62 • 8.2 Learning resources on page 63 Technical support...
  • Page 62: Raymarine Product Support And Servicing

    3614 905 Raymarine offers dedicated service departments for Sweden support.se@raymarine.com warranty, service, and repairs. (0)317 (Raymarine subsidiary) 633 670 Don’t forget to visit the Raymarine website to register your product for extended warranty benefits: Finland +358 support.fi@raymarine.com http://www.raymarine.co.uk/display/?id=788. (0)207 (Raymarine subsidiary)
  • Page 63: Learning Resources

    Internet connection. • Some videos are only available in English. Training courses Raymarine regularly runs a range of in-depth training courses to help you make the most of your products. Visit the Training section of the Raymarine website for more information: •...
  • Page 65: Chapter 9 Technical Specification

    Chapter 9: Technical specification Chapter contents • 9.1 Technical specification — EV-1 and EV-2 on page 66 • 9.2 Technical specification — ACU-100, ACU-150 on page 67 • 9.3 Technical specification — ACU-200, ACU-300, ACU-400 on page 68 Technical specification...
  • Page 66: Technical Specification - Ev-1 And Ev-2

    9.1 Technical specification — EV-1 and EV-2 Nominal supply voltage 12 V (powered by SeaTalkng® system). 10.8 V to 15.6 V dc. Operating voltage range Power consumption (taken 30 mA. from SeaTalkng® system) SeaTalkng® LEN (Load Equivalency Number) Sensors • 3-axis digital accelerometer.
  • Page 67 9.2 Technical specification — ACU-100, ACU-150 ACU-100 ACU-150 Drive current output • Maximum continuous 7 A at supply • Maximum continuous 12 A at supply voltage. voltage. Drive clutch output No clutch connection. No clutch connection. Connections • Rudder reference sensor. •...
  • Page 68 9.3 Technical specification — ACU-200, ACU-300, ACU-400 ACU-200 ACU-300 ACU-400 Drive current output • Maximum continuous 15 A • Maximum continuous 5 A • Maximum continuous 30 A at supply voltage. at supply voltage. at supply voltage. Drive clutch output Up to 2.0 A continuous, No clutch connection.
  • Page 69: Chapter 10 Spares And Accessories

    Chapter 10: Spares and accessories Chapter contents • 10.1 Spare parts on page 70 • 10.2 Evolution SeaTalk cable kit on page 70 • 10.3 SeaTalk ng® cables and accessories on page 71 Spares and accessories...
  • Page 70: Spare Parts

    10.1 Spare parts 10.2 Evolution SeaTalk cable kit A SeaTalk cable kit is available for Evolution Item Part number Notes components. SeaTalk cable kit R70160 Consists of: This cable kit provides the cables required to make • SeaTalk all the SeaTalk connections for some typical power cable Evolution systems.
  • Page 71: Cables And Accessories

    10.3 SeaTalk ng® cables and Description Part No Notes accessories SeaTalk to bare A06044 ends 3 m (9.8ft) SeaTalk cables and accessories for use with spur compatible products. SeaTalk Power A06049 Description Part No Notes cable SeaTalk starter kit T70134 Includes: SeaTalk A06031...
  • Page 73: Appendix A Nmea 2000 Sentences

    Appendix A NMEA 2000 sentences (PGNs) — EV-1 and EV-2 EV-1 and EV-2 support the following NMEA 2000 sentences. Message number Message description Transmit Receive ● 59392 ISO Acknowledgment ● ● 59904 ISO Request ● ● 60928 ISO Address Claim ●...
  • Page 74 Message number Message description Transmit Receive • Active Leg Origin Waypoint ID • Active Waypoint ID • Destination Waypoint Latitude • Destination Waypoint Longitude • Waypoint closing velocity ● 129285 Active Waypoint data ● 130306 Wind data...
  • Page 75: Appendix B Nmea 2000 Sentences (Pgns) - Acu

    Appendix B NMEA 2000 sentences (PGNs) — ACU The ACU supports the following NMEA 2000 sentences. Message number Message description Transmit Receive ● 59392 ISO Acknowledgment ● ● 59904 ISO Request ● ● 60928 ISO Address Claim ● 65240 ISO Commanded address ●...
  • Page 77 Index Essential system components ....... 12 Evolution autopilot system........11 Evolution Products..........10 ACU (Actuator Control Unit) ........11 AHRS (Attitude Heading Reference Sensor) ..11 Alarms ..............51 Fuse rating, ACU ..........29, 35 Autopilot controller documentation ......10 Fuse rating, SeaTalkng® ........27 Autopilot controllers, SeaTalk®...
  • Page 78 Technical support........... 62 Thermal breaker rating, SeaTalkng®..... 27 Network length, SeaTalkng®, See Backbone length, SeaTalkng® Upgrading, See Software updates Optional system components ........ 12 VMU connection, ACU-400 ........39 Post-installation ............. 50 Power cable length .......... 31, 37 Power cable size ..........31, 37 Wall Bracket ............
  • Page 80 Raymarine UK Limited, Marine House, Cartwright Drive, Fareham, PO15 5RJ. United Kingdom. Tel: +44 (0)1329 246 700...

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