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- Page 1 AlphaTurn Rate of Turn Indicator (MED) Installation and Operation Manual www.jrc.am...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents I Preface......................4 I.1 Revision History................................ 4 I.2 Glossary..................................4 I.2.1 Definitions................................. 4 I.2.2 Abbreviations..............................5 I.3 Norms and Standards............................... 6 II Safety Information..................7 II.1 Pictorial Indication..............................7 II.2 Cautions................................... 7 II.3 Notices..................................7 II.4 Warranty................................... 8 II.5 Storage..................................8 III Introduction.................... - Page 3 2.5 Settings...................................30 2.5.1 Generic Settings............................30 2.5.1.1 Generic Settings Menu........................30 2.5.1.2 Touch Screen Calibration (TOUCH CAL).................... 31 2.5.1.3 Cleaning Display ( CLEAN MODE )....................32 2.5.1.4 Change Theme (THEME)........................33 2.5.1.5 Change Date and Time (DATE/TIME)....................34 2.5.1.6 About the AlphaLine instrument (ABOUT)...................35 2.5.1.7 ROT Settings (ROT SET)........................
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Page 4: I Preface
I Preface The Alphatron Marine AlphaLine instrument range was designed for navigation and control of ships and is based on generic hardware and software, allowing for many different applications. • Thoroughly read this instruction manual before installation and operation of the equipment. •... -
Page 5: Abbreviations
Reverse polarity protection This is a part of the power supply hardware that prevents any damage to the equipment when the power supply is connected to the wrong polarity. ROT signal Rate Of Turn (ROT) signal indicates the course change of a ship in degrees per minute. This signal can be analog using voltage or current, or can be an NMEA data signal. -
Page 6: Norms And Standards
Rate Of Turn Volts Alternating Current Volts Direct Current Voyage Data Recorder Watt Table 2: Abbreviations I.3 Norms and Standards The AlphaTurn complies with the applicable standards, norms and regulations: • IEC 60945 (2002) including IEC 60945 Corrigendum 1 (2008) •... -
Page 7: Safety Information
II Safety Information II.1 Pictorial Indication • DANGER • Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. This signal word is limited to the most extreme situations. • WARNING • Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. •... -
Page 8: Ii.4 Warranty
• This product must be installed in accordance with the installation methods described in this manual. Acting otherwise will void the warranty. • NOTICE • This product contains no operator serviceable parts. Service and repair shall only be carried out by personnel trained and certified by ALPHATRON MARINE B.V. -
Page 9: Introduction
III Introduction Each type in this navigation and control instrument product range consists of a display unit and, if applicable, one or more external remote I/O modules. The following display size is available for your AlphaLine instrument: AlphaLine MFM 6.5 inch display LCD orientation vertical The AlphaTurn is an MED Type Approved system for showing the rate of turn (ROT) on a standard ship's compass. -
Page 10: Installation Instructions
1 Installation Instructions Installation follows a generic method and is applicable to the complete range of AlphaLine instruments. This chapter describes the installation into a console. 1.1 Mechanical Installation • NOTICE • This product must be installed in accordance with the installation methods described in this manual. Acting otherwise will void the warranty. -
Page 11: Fitting Instrument Mounting Frame
1.1.4 Fitting Instrument Mounting Frame Prior to fitting the display unit, install the mounting frame. Figure 2: Mounting Frame MFM 1. Make a square hole in the (overhead) console. Use the provided template. For dimensions, see Mechanical Drawing MFM on page 50. 2. -
Page 12: Instrument Electric Connections
Figure 3: IP56 Kit for MFM Mounting instructions: Remove the 4 snaps ( ) from the instrument. Add the 4 adapters M3-M6 ( ) to the instrument. Remove the 4 clips ( ) from the bracket. 4. Apply the gasket to the instrument. INFO: Pay special attention to the small protruding cam, so that it fits exactly in the gap in the front panel. -
Page 13: Cable Preparation
Name Specification Shield Norm (Y/N) Power 2 x 1.5 mm IEC 60092-352 IEC 61162-2 3 x 2 x 0.5 mm (inside cabinets) Serial 3 x 2 x 0.75 mm (ship's cabling) 2 x 2 x 0.5 mm (inside cabinets) Serial IEC 61162-1 2 x 2 x 0.75 mm (ship's cabling) -
Page 14: Cable Preparation Receiving Sides
1.1.8.2 Cable Preparation Receiving Sides 1. Remove approx. 80 mm of the plastic cable sheath, including the grounding shield. 2. Wrap insulating tape over the cable end. 3. Attach the isolated cable end to the metal saddle on the rear of the instrument. See Figure 5: Cable Preparation Receiving Cable Sides on page 14. -
Page 15: Serial Interfaces
1.1.11 Serial Interfaces This chapter provides extra information about the serial interfaces used in the Marine Electronics. • IEC 61162-1 This standard is the most commonly used. In the standard, the sender (Tx side) and receiver (Rx side) are referred to as talker and listener. -
Page 16: Serial Connection
Figure 8: IEC 61162-2 Circuits The main difference with the IEC 61162-1 standard is that a COMMON signal is added here for a good reference to isolated ground. • Tx+ and Tx– are connected to Rx+ and Rx– respectively. • The shield of the cable is connected to the earth on the transmitting side, and is NOT connected on the listener. -
Page 17: Relay
For pin connections, see Figure 10: Serial pin connections on page 17, Table 4: Serial Connector P12 (8 pins) on page 17 and Table 5: Serial Connector P19 (12 pins) on page 17. Figure 10: Serial pin connections COM0 IEC 61162-2 Tx+ COM1 IEC 61162-1 Tx+ COM0 IEC 61162-2 Tx–... -
Page 18: Connecting Serial Ports
Relay Normally Open Relay Common Relay Normally Closed Table 6: Relay Connector P12 (8 pins) 1.1.14 Connecting Serial Ports Serial data from sensors such as GPS, Speedlog and others is commonly known as NMEA. In the regulations is referred to the IEC standard for the correct protocol description. These are IEC 61162-1 and IEC 61162-2. The manual will use both these standards as there is a difference between them. -
Page 19: Connecting Dimmer
1.1.15 Connecting Dimmer AlphaLine instruments can accept IEC 61162-1 dimmer messages with the $--DDC format. Connect the signal to the designated dimmer connector as shown on the connection diagram, see Electric Diagrams on page 51. Figure 11: Dimmer Message 19 | Installation Instructions... -
Page 20: Software Installation
1.2 Software Installation The software version for this AlphaLine instrument is 1.X. 1.2.1 Selecting Active Software The AlphaLine instrument is stocked in the warehouse with all software pre-installed. The commissioning engineer will select the function the AlphaLine instrument requires. When a AlphaLine instrument is started up for the first time, or after a RESET, a selection menu appears where the required application can be selected. -
Page 21: Software Updates
Visit our support website www.jrc.am/support for the newest manuals and to check that your product is still running the latest software. Due to the nature of our products and solutions, software and relevant instructions will be available to authorized distributors and dealers only. -
Page 22: Operation
2 Operation 2.1 Power The unit must be connected to the power at all times. Use the power button in the front panel of the instrument to switch the power ON and OFF. Note In the OFF position, the power button is still dimly lit for easy identification in the dark. This only applies when the instrument is connected to the power supply. - Page 23 Figure 15: Main Screen AlphaTurn Functionality of the buttons is as described in table below. Shows the instrument is functioning normally. If there's a malfunction a colored alert symbol will show here. Opens the MENU, where settings can be adjusted. This button also shows the functionality of the instrument by rotating.
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Page 24: Menu Handling
2.3 Menu Handling Menu handling is standardized for all different menu screens and for all different instruments. See Figure 16: Menu Example on page 24 for an example of the MENU and Table 10: Explanation of On-screen Buttons and Icons on page 24 for an explanation of the on-screen buttons and icons. -
Page 25: Default Values Alphaline Instrument
2.3.1 Default Values AlphaLine Instrument When the AlphaTurn is reset, it will return to the start-up screen, where a new instrument can be selected. The newly selected instrument will contain the default values. The default values for the AlphaTurn are shown in the table below. Menu ->... -
Page 26: Indication Handling
Protocol NMEA Menu -> ADV_SET -> NMEA_TALKER TALKER USED / UNUSED USED Menu -> ADV_SET -> ROT_Set MODBUS DISABLED Menu ->ADV_SET ->NMEA_SET SENTENCE NONE INTERVAL [ms] 1000 PORT Table 11: Default Values for AlphaTurn 2.4 Indication Handling If a malfunction occurs, a visual notification (=Important Indication) will be displayed. For indication handling while operating the MAIN screen, see Figure 17: Indication Handling in Main Screen (example) on page 27. - Page 27 Figure 17: Indication Handling in Main Screen (example) For indication handling while operating the MENU, see Figure 18: Indication Handling in Menu (example) on page 28. 27 | Operation...
- Page 28 Figure 18: Indication Handling in Menu (example) 28 | Operation...
- Page 29 Icon Graphic Icon Icon Name Icon Description Number (on display unit) Normal Condition Stationary circle with gray tick mark Important Indication Yellow message icon and indication text. Touching this icon toggles the visibility of the indication text. Table 12: Indication Management Icons 29 | Operation...
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Page 30: Settings
2.5 Settings All instruments have generic and advanced settings. All users are authorized to use the generic settings. Only the commissioning engineer has access to the advanced settings, which are only needed during commissioning or troubleshooting. 2.5.1 Generic Settings Every user of the AlphaLine instrument can access the generic settings. 2.5.1.1 Generic Settings Menu Touch the MENU button in the main screen to enter the MENU with generic settings, see Figure 19: Generic Settings Menu on page 30. -
Page 31: Touch Screen Calibration (Touch Cal)
2.5.1.2 Touch Screen Calibration (TOUCH CAL) The touch screen can be calibrated by following the instructions that appear on the screen. Figure 20: Touch Screen Calibration Figure 21: Calibration Reference Figure 22: Calibration Lines Menu Points 1. In the MENU, touch the TOUCH CAL button. The TOUCH SCREEN CALIBRATION MENU appears, see Figure 20: Touch Screen Calibration Menu on page 2. -
Page 32: Cleaning Display ( Clean Mode )
2.5.1.3 Cleaning Display ( CLEAN MODE ) The purpose of CLEAN MODE is to clean the surface of the display unit without accidentally activating a function. When the CLEAN MODE is started, the touch screen will be deactivated for 60 seconds. Within this period the instrument will remain functional, but it is not operable. -
Page 33: Change Theme (Theme)
2.5.1.4 Change Theme (THEME) 2.5.1.4.1 Change Illumination Contrast brightness can be easily adjusted to Day, Dusk and Night settings. Figure 25: Theme 1. In the MENU, touch the THEME button. The THEME MENU appears, see Figure 25: Theme on page 33 . 2. -
Page 34: Change Date And Time (Date/Time)
2.5.1.5 Change Date and Time (DATE/TIME) The date and time can be adjusted. Figure 26: Date/Time Screen 1 Figure 27: Date/Time Screen 2 1. In the SETTINGS screen, touch the DATE/TIME button. The DATE/TIME screen appears, see Figure 26: Date/Time Screen 1 on page 34. 2. -
Page 35: About The Alphaline Instrument (About)
2.5.1.6 About the AlphaLine instrument (ABOUT) The ABOUT screen contains the name and version of the software and when it was built. Figure 28: About the ROT Indicator 1. In the MENU, touch the ABOUT button. The ABOUT MENU appears, see for example Figure 28: About the ROT Indicator on page 35 . Note When asking for manufacturer's support, this information will be useful. -
Page 36: Rot Settings (Rot Set)
2.5.1.7 ROT Settings (ROT SET) The purpose of ROT Damping is to dampen the result on the screen when the ship is unstable. Figure 29: ROT Damping Menu To set up the ROT Damping settings, execute the following procedure: 1. In the MENU touch the ROT SET button. The ROT DAMPING MENU appears, see Figure 29: ROT Damping Menu on page 36. -
Page 37: Advanced Settings
2.5.2 Advanced Settings The advanced settings are password protected and are for use by commissioning engineers only. 2.5.2.1 Advanced Settings Menu (ADV SET) A password is required to open the menu. Figure 30: Password Screen Figure 31: Advanced Settings Menu 1. -
Page 38: Central Dimming (Cntrl Dim)
2.5.2.2 Central Dimming (CNTRL DIM) The AlphaLine instrument supports central dimming as a listener (slave) from a standard (IEC 61162-1) dimming sentence. This dimming signal should be connected to serial port COM3, see Table 5: Serial Connector P19 (12 pins) on page 17. Also see Figure 10: Serial pin connections on page 17. -
Page 39: Ethernet Configuration (Eth Config)
2.5.2.3 Ethernet Configuration (ETH CONFIG) The AlphaLine instrument has one network interface to connect to a ship's network. This can be useful when the instrument is connected to a remote interface or a PLC which uses Modbus/TCP. The Ethernet interface can also be used for IEC 611612-450 signals. Note This option has been included for future use. -
Page 40: Serial Port Configuration (Uart Config)
2.5.2.4 Serial Port Configuration (UART CONFIG) The AlphaLine instrument is equipped with 4 serial ports (also called UART or COM). The settings of the serial ports are divided over two screens as shown in Figure 35: UART Screen 1 on page 40 and Figure 36: UART Screen 2 on page 40. -
Page 41: Serial Port Monitor (Serial Mon)
2.5.2.5 Serial Port Monitor (SERIAL MON) It is possible to show serial data transmitted and received over the serial ports. Usually, NMEA signals should be viewed as ASCII data and Modbus data should be viewed as HEX data. Received data as well as sent data can be viewed (but not simultaneously). -
Page 42: Factory Reset (Reset)
• Parity: - Parity is a method of detecting errors in transmission. When parity is used with a serial port, an extra data bit is sent with each data character, arranged so that the number of 1 bits in each character, including the parity bit, is always ODD or always EVEN. -
Page 43: Log (Log)
4. Touch the ˅ or ˄ buttons to scroll through the readings. 5. Take a picture of the log screen and contact the Alphatron Service Desk at www.jrc.am/support about errors. Note Use for example a mobile phone to take a picture. -
Page 44: Nmea Talker (Nmea Talker)
2.5.2.8 NMEA Talker (NMEA TALKER) With this menu, some additional NMEA sentence filters can be applied on the address field of an NMEA sentence. The address field consists of a talker ID and a sentence formatter (for example ROT). This is depending on the configuration of the software. -
Page 45: Nmea Settings ( Nmea Set )
2.5.2.9 NMEA Settings ( NMEA SET ) The AlphaLine instrument is able to transmit NMEA sentence to the external listener. In this software version, it only supports the sentence VBW and DDC. Figure 43: NMEA OUTPUT To set up the output settings, execute the following procedure: 1. -
Page 46: Maintenance
3 Maintenance • NOTICE • This product contains no operator serviceable parts. Service and repair shall only be carried out by personnel trained and certified by ALPHATRON MARINE B.V. • NOTICE • When cleaning the surface, do not use any organic solvent such as thinner or benzine. Otherwise, the paint and markings on the surface may get damaged. -
Page 47: Appendix A
4 Appendix A Appendix A contains: 1. Hardware Specifications on page 48 2. Mechanical Drawings on page 50 3. Electric Diagrams on page 51 4. Schematics on page 54 47 | Appendix A... -
Page 48: Hardware Specifications
4.1 Hardware Specifications 4.1.1 Specifications MFM Box Contents upon Delivery Display Functionality Rate of Turn Indicator MFM 3108.0096 grey / 3108.0098 black Font display text 7 mm (viewing distance = 2 m) Mounting bracket Font operation buttons 3.5 mm (viewing distance = 1 m) Screws (4 pcs) Accuracy Resolution 0.1°/min... -
Page 49: Software Specifications
4.2 Software Specifications 4.2.1 Supported NMEA Sentences IEC 61162 Supported NMEA sentences (IEC 61162) Primary IN $xxROT Secondary IN $xxDDC Secondary OUT $VDDDC Table 14: Supported NMEA Sentences 4.2.2 Indication List Indication list Invalid checksum of NMEA ... sentence Checksum of incoming sentence is incorrect Parsing of NMEA ... -
Page 50: Mechanical Drawings
4.3 Mechanical Drawings 4.3.1 Mechanical Drawing MFM Figure 44: Mechanical Drawing MFM 50 | Appendix A... -
Page 51: Electric Diagrams
4.4 Electric Diagrams The cable diagrams and connection diagrams illustrate the connections to hardware, power and other equipment. 51 | Appendix A... -
Page 52: Cable Diagram Alphaturn
4.4.1 Cable Diagram AlphaTurn Figure 45: Cable Diagram AlphaTurn 52 | Appendix A... -
Page 53: Connection Diagram Alphaturn
4.4.2 Connection Diagram AlphaTurn Figure 46: Connection Diagram AlphaTurn 53 | Appendix A... -
Page 54: Schematics
4.5 Schematics This chapter contains the schematics of the AlphaLine instruments. The commissioning engineer uses the schematics to be able to connect the signals according to the ship's requirements. 54 | Appendix A... -
Page 55: Schematics Alphaline Mf Display Unit
4.5.1 Schematics AlphaLine MF Display Unit Figure 47: Schematics AlphaLine MF Display Unit 55 | Appendix A... -
Page 56: Schematics Alphaline Instrument
4.5.2 Schematics AlphaLine Instrument Net Class: input isolation Power 16-36V 13. Power 2. Controller 9. Memory Vin+ Power_control Power_control Vin- Power_feedback Power_feedback MSTBV 2,5/ 2-GF QSPI QSPI Memory Memory Powerswitch B Powerswitch LED_Off_Anode On/Off LED_Off_Cathode 5. IO LED_On_Anode LED_On_Cathode LED_On_Cathode Buzzer_ext + Buzzer_ext+ Buzzer_ext -... - Page 57 All over the world, close to the customer JRC/Alphatron Marine B.V. Schaardijk 23 (harbor 115) The information in this document is subject to change without notice and 3063 NH Rotterdam does not represent a commitment on the part of Alphatron Marine B.V.
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