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  • Page 1 AP55 Display Head OPERATION AND INSTALLATION MANUAL www.tmq.com.au...
  • Page 2 This Page is Blank TMQ AP55 Display Head Page 2 Ver1.0 08/12/2005...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Figure 1 Connections for AP55 Display Unit ..........27 Figure 2 AP55 Display Unit Connections............27 ....................28 PTIONAL XTRAS Hydraulic Drives and Pump Units ..............30 S..................32-33 IRCUIT IAGRAM AP55 Circuit AP55 Layout TMQ AP55 Display Head Page 3 Ver1.0 08/12/2005...

  • Page 4: Warning

    ALL TIMES. IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED THAT THE AUTOPILOT SHOULD NOT USED WHILE NAVIGATING IN RESTRICTED WATERWAYS AS WATER CURRENTS, WIND CHANGES OR RADIO TRANSMITTER INTERFERENCE CAN ENDANGER YOUR OWN OR OTHER VESSELS. TMQ AP55 Display Head Page 4 Ver1.0 08/12/2005...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Congratulations on your wise choice and purchase of the TMQ AP55 Autopilot Display Head. We are sure that you will enjoy the benefits that it offers. The AP55 head utilises an existing Autopilot system and provides full control of the autopilot, indicating in different modes heading, course to steer and rudder angle.

  • Page 6: Block Diagram Of Full System

    2. Hand remote 3. Steering lever 4. Steering wheel 5. Rudder angle indicators (RAI), if desired See Optional Extras at the rear of this manual for details. Block Diagram of full system TMQ AP55 Display Head Page 6 Ver1.0 08/12/2005...

  • Page 7: Definition Of Terms

    C-Drive assembly. Remote Unit: This is a collective term for a “panel remote”, “hand remote”, “steering lever” or “steering wheel” station. Each of these function in similar ways, but differ in appearance. TMQ AP55 Display Head Page 7 Ver1.0 08/12/2005...

  • Page 8: Operation Of Ap55 Display Head

    Operation of AP55 Display Head Buttons or mode selection on the AP55 unit will select one of the possible steering modes in the Autopilot unit. It is the Autopilot assembly, which generates signals to the steering motor (whether mechanical, hydraulic, or other type).
  • Page 9 The AP55 Display Unit LCD can be set to display the rudder angle as a numeric number. • Selectable backlighting: When using the autopilot at night, the backlighting can be turned on. TMQ AP55 Display Head Page 9 Ver1.0 08/12/2005...

  • Page 10: Turning The Unit On / Off

    Turning the unit ON / OFF The power to the Autopilot motor control unit should be via a suitable circuit breaker. Turning this on will provide power for the Autopilot unit and the AP55 Display Head. MANUAL Mode In this mode •...

  • Page 11: Auto Mode

    The display will change to indicate the new course-to-steer. By pressing and holding the buttons pressed will cause the change to be at 10 degrees per second for larger turns. TMQ AP55 Display Head Page 11 Ver1.0 08/12/2005...
  • Page 12 AUTO is selected as the position of the rudder to allow the vessel to steer straight ahead. This can be an advantage in most vessels when a slight amount of helm from the physical centre position is required for the vessel to go straight. TMQ AP55 Display Head Page 12 Ver1.0 08/12/2005...

  • Page 13: Gps Mode

    If no GPS data is received by the AP55, the autopilot will lock onto the course of the vessel at the time that GPS Mode was engaged, and the “NO GPS DATA” alarm will function. TMQ AP55 Display Head Page 13 Ver1.0...
  • Page 14 The GPS unit is set and capable of “auto-sequence” between them, • An “arrival zone” of more than 0.05 NM (Nautical Miles) is set so • that the GPS can detect when the vessel has reached a waypoint. TMQ AP55 Display Head Page 14 Ver1.0 08/12/2005...
  • Page 15 GPS Mode steering. • Ensure that the GPS unit has the correct magnetic correction factor. • Ensure that theAP55 compass is correctly aligned and installed, and not subject to magnetic interference. TMQ AP55 Display Head Page 15 Ver1.0 08/12/2005...

  • Page 16: Rudder Sensitivity / Ratio

    The display shall change to show “r **” and display shall show the current Rudder ratio (between 1 and 10). The rudder setting may be altered by the < - > buttons. TMQ AP55 Display Head Page 16 Ver1.0 08/12/2005...

  • Page 17: Backlighting

    • As port rudder angle is applied, the number will be “Pt**”. • As starboard rudder angle is applied, the numbers will be “St**”. Pressing MODE or AUTO will cancel the rudder display. TMQ AP55 Display Head Page 17 Ver1.0 08/12/2005...

  • Page 18: Initial Settings

    • Set the rudder to the desired Starboard position. • Select SET STARBOARD LIMIT. By pressing the MODE button six times until “SL**” is displayed. • Press the < > buttons simultaneously to set the Starboard Limit. TMQ AP55 Display Head Page 18 Ver1.0 08/12/2005...

  • Page 19: Reset Rudder Limits

    Press < > both simultaneously to reset rudder limit. Compass Calibration The AP55 Display Head will enable you to complete a compass calibration. If you have a steel vessel, or some other factor, which causes the compass to perform poorly, the calibration procedure will adjust compass characteristics to compensate.
  • Page 20 If the AP55 Display Head shows a compass heading with a constant offset when compared to a correctly calibrated ships compass (eg: the autopilot compass reads 3 degrees high on all headings), simply rotate the Autopilot compass sensor to align the displayed headings with the ships compass.
  • Page 21 Auto must not be selected to reset the compass calibration. Press the MODE Button nine times and “rStC” is displayed Press the < > buttons simultaneously to reset the compass calibration to factory settings. TMQ AP55 Display Head Page 21 Ver1.0 08/12/2005...

  • Page 22: Off Course Alarm

    AUTO and the autopilot turned OFF, or the AUTO or MANUAL button pressed on the Display Unit, you will need to move the switch to centre (OFF), then back to AUTO to re-engage REMOTE AUTO Mode. TMQ AP55 Display Head Page 22 Ver1.0 08/12/2005...

  • Page 23: Remote Power Steer (Remote Unit Operation )

    The remote dial or lever now acts as the helm, giving control over the angle of the rudder. With remotes with toggle switches, if the switch has been left at PWR and the autopilot turned OFF, or the AUTO or MANUAL button TMQ AP55 Display Head Page 23 Ver1.0 08/12/2005...
  • Page 24 Return the remote dial or lever to centre before switching to OFF. The autopilot will return to MANUAL mode. Pressing the AUTO button on the Display Unit will return the autopilot to MANUAL mode. TMQ AP55 Display Head Page 24 Ver1.0 08/12/2005...

  • Page 25: Alarms

    GPS. The GPS and AUTO LEDs blink on and off at the same time. OFF COURSE Alarm The alarm sounds when vessel is more than the preset amount (default 45 degrees) from the selected course-to-steer. The AUTO LED blinks on and off. TMQ AP55 Display Head Page 25 Ver1.0 08/12/2005...

  • Page 26: Installation Of Ap55 Display Unit

    Additional displays can be added in series (Daisy chained) with the AP55 head. The AP55 head however, is required to be the end display unit in the chain. If a TMQ C-Drive is used as the autopilot the AP55 Remote (AP55Rem) unit should be placed in series with the AP55...

  • Page 27: Figure 2 Ap55 Display Unit Connections

    C-Drive motor control unit. The AP55 Remote head can be ordered from your local TMQ agent. Figure 1 Connections for AP55 Display Unit When connecting to TMQ C-Drive using the NMEA socket. NMEA Function AP55 Display Cable...

  • Page 28: Optional Extras

    Optional Extras There is a range of optional extras available from TMQ. Further information can be obtained from the TMQ website at www.tmq.com.au Rudder Angle Indicator The rudder angle indicator is a flush mounted instrument providing a clear indication of rudder position, which is critical when docking or manoeuvring in close quarters.
  • Page 29 Panel Remote The TMQ panel remote provides basic autopilot control providing course changes from a second station such as a fly bridge. Hand Remote Active Remote Hand remotes and Active remotes provide the freedom to maintain full control of the autopilot and steering while moving around the vessel.

  • Page 30: Hydraulic Drives And Pump Units

    Continuous pumps Constant running pumps available in 2 or 3 litre for 24-volt DC systems. Accurate flow adjustment to set lock- to-lock time. TMQ AP55 Display Head Page 30 Ver1.0 08/12/2005...
  • Page 31 Mechanical drive units in 12 or 24 volt DC to suit vessels with existing mechanical steering. Supplied with standard chain and socket. Computer Software TMQ AP1000 Autopilot operating Software. Computer control program enabling autopilot control from a standard PC with serial com ports. (Cable required) (Note: Connect to ‘NMEA’...

  • Page 32: Circuit Diagram S

    AP55 Circuit Diagram TMQ AP55 Display Head Page 32 Ver1.0 08/12/2005...
  • Page 33 AP55 PCB Layout TMQ AP55 Display Head Page 33 Ver1.0 08/12/2005...

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