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StarGazer Systems
2009 – 2016
BASIC TROUBLE SHOOTING
(PERFECTPASS FOR MECHANICAL ENGINES)
How PerfectPass Works
Through the in-dash display the driver sets the desired boat speed or engine RPM
depending upon which mode of operation the driver has selected. The master module
computer calculates the speed of the boat from the GPS signal and the engine RPM
from the engine tachometer signal. The servo motor control cable is connected to the
throttle arm of the engine, which allows the servomotor to control the engine's power.
This control cable operates the throttle in cooperation with the manual throttle cable so
that both the driver and the servo motor are able to change the engine output.
As the driver advances the throttle handle to bring the boat up to speed, the servo motor
prepares to take control, at the point where the boat speed or engine RPM has reached
the desired level, the system beeps to indicate it is beginning to control and the driver
stops moving the throttle handle. The servo motor adjusts the engine throttle as
required to continuously maintain the set speed or RPM. The driver is able to change
the set speed or RPM while the system is engaged by simply pressing the up or down
keys for each ¼ mph change in speed or 25 RPM change desired. At any time the
driver may pull back on the manual throttle to slow the boat down, the PerfectPass
system immediately stops controlling the engine and the driver once again has full
control.
Start Up Procedure
The Master Module is the heart of the system and requires a solid and continuous 12
volts before the "relay" will allow the Processor to start. Upon proper start up, the Dash
Display will become active and the servomotor will power up and perform an "auto-
tighten" rotation check.
A great deal can be confirmed from visually watching this routine start up. If the key is
moved to the on position, the PerfectPass Display should become active & beep and
servo motor is powered.
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Summary of Contents for PERFECTPASS StarGazer
- Page 1 ¼ mph change in speed or 25 RPM change desired. At any time the driver may pull back on the manual throttle to slow the boat down, the PerfectPass system immediately stops controlling the engine and the driver once again has full control.
- Page 2 The StarGazer Wake has two main operating modes: 1. Speed Based Wakeboard designed primarily for surfing/wakeboarding in the 10 – 28 mph range. User sets a speed on the main screen. Name/Mode Menu Arrow SETPOINT Speed Base Speed Mode Indicator Tachometer 2.
- Page 3 NO GPS LOCK - This means the system is searching for a satellite fix. Expect to see this upon start up each time key is turned on for a few seconds. Upon initial start up on a new system or after battery has been disconnected, GPS Lock may take 5 – 7 minutes. Page 3 C:\Users\mark\Desktop\Trouble.StarGazer.Mechanical.docx...
- Page 4 Servo Motor Test / Auto Tighten Test Every time you return the boat to neutral when PerfectPass is on, the servo will wind in the cable until snug in a clockwise direction. This is the normal starting point for the servo.