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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents I Preface......................6 I.1 Revision History................................ 6 I.2 General..................................6 I.3 Glossary..................................7 I.3.1 Units................................. 7 I.3.2 Abbreviations and Explanation of Terms......................8 II Cautions....................10 III Introduction....................11 III.1 Communication Overview............................. 11 III.2 Communication Matrix............................12 III.2.1 DP Control Commands to Thrusters 1a, 2a, 3a, 4a, 5a, 6a................12 III.2.2 Thruster Feedback to DP Controllers 1b, 2b, 3b, 4b, 5b, 6b.............. - Page 3 2.1.5 Auto Control Transfer on Fail Condition....................... 25 2.1.6 Simulation Mode............................25 2.1.6.1 Exit Simulation Mode........................... 26 2.2 Control Modes................................27 2.2.1 Change Control Mode on a Station......................27 2.2.2 Manual Joystick Mode..........................27 2.2.3 Auto Joystick Mode............................28 2.2.4 Auto Positioning Mode..........................29 2.2.4.1 Operation Mode: Consequences Analysis...................31 2.2.5 Auto Heading Mode............................
- Page 4 2.4.10.1 Change Heading Set Point........................ 60 2.4.10.2 Change Rotation Speed........................61 2.4.10.3 Change Heading Gain........................61 2.4.10.4 Change Heading Alarm Limit......................62 2.4.11 Auto Position Mode Settings........................62 2.4.11.1 Auto Position Mode..........................62 2.4.11.2 Change Position Set Point.........................62 2.4.11.3 Change Between Relative and Absolute Position Adjustment............63 2.4.11.4 Change Position Set Point Relative to Vessel...................63 2.4.11.5 Change Position Set Point to North, South, East or West Direction..........64 2.4.11.6 Change Position Point to Any Direction....................
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Page 6: I Preface
I Preface This operator guide is intended for DP operators using the AlphaDynaPos DP system. The AlphaDynaPos DP system offers the functionality to control the heading and position keeping of the vessel. For heading keeping at least one bow thruster and one gyro should be available. For position keeping at least the stern thrusters and a positioning device such as DGPS must be available. -
Page 7: Glossary
DP-0, DP-1, DP-2 RMRS DYNPOS-0, DYNPOS-1, DYNPOS-2 Table 1: IMO DP Notations Main advantages of the AlphaDynaPos DP Dynamic Positioning system: 1. Accurate positioning with up to 0.5 meter accuracy in combination with accurate DGPS and MRU (inclinometer), which is used as a position reference. The DGPS and Motion Reference Unit allows for accurate filtering and calculating of the actual position with the DGPS signal and taking into account the actual movement of the vessel. -
Page 8: Abbreviations And Explanation Of Terms
I.3.2 Abbreviations and Explanation of Terms Abbreviation Description Apparent Wind Wind speed and angle relative to vessel, as measured by Wind sensor (see also True Wind). Wind is displayed in numeric values with direction ‘coming from’. Course Over Ground, in degrees, from 0 to 360°, Bearing (relative to world). - Page 9 Abbreviation Description Speed Over Ground (knots), Absolute Speed (relative to world). True Wind Wind speed and angle relative to world, as measured by device on land (see also apparent wind). 9 | Preface...
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Page 10: Cautions
II Cautions • Caution: Operation system. • To safely operate this equipment, so as not to adversely affect the warranty, only certified personnel should operate this system. 10 | Cautions... -
Page 11: Introduction
III Introduction III.1 Communication Overview The following overview drawing shows a block diagram with the main system components and network connections. Figure 1: Network Connections 11 | Introduction... -
Page 12: Iii.2 Communication Matrix
III.2 Communication Matrix This paragraph contains a table and description, which components exchange information via Ethernet network. In this table each component name is shown in the vertical row with an Alphabetic character to identify. This character is also used horizontally. Station Computer MPC1 MPC2... -
Page 13: Iii.3 System Overview (Dp2)
III.3 System Overview (DP2) Figure 2: system Overview (DP2) 13 | Introduction... -
Page 14: Iii.4 Sensor Overview
III.4 Sensor Overview Figure 3: Sensor Overview 14 | Introduction... -
Page 15: Iii.5 System Principle - Schematic Overview
III.5 System Principle - Schematic Overview In this chapter is explained how the data flow of the DP system works. A system diagram visualizes how information flows through the system processes. Schematic Overview The schematic overview of the system has the different sensors grouped into one symbol. This includes Gyro, DGPS, and MRU sensors. -
Page 16: Iii.6 System Diagram
III.6 System Diagram The system is built around the controller, which consists of a position and a velocity controller where all sensor data is fed into and all thruster Set Points outputs are driven by. The Motion Control determines whether the Controller is used or that the system is in Manual mode. -
Page 17: Iii.6.1 Motion Controller
The system works according to the following process, which will be explained more thoroughly further on: 1. Motion Control determines which mode is used. 2. Normalize blocks convert sensor data to values between -1 and 1. 3. Position controller calculates the required thrust when positioned close to the target. 4. -
Page 18: Iii.6.3 Position Controller
The function of the Normalize Block is to scale the error of position and error of speed to this range. In the displayed example below the normalization is done with a range from -40 meters to + 40 meters for both X and Y. The speed is 3.5 knots in X direction and 3.0 knots in Y direction. -
Page 19: Iii.6.5 Gain
III.6.5 Gain The Gain changes the response of the vessel from slow (smooth) to fast (aggressive). Before applying gain the position and velocity calculations are added together, so one set of values of X, Y and Z motion is computed. There are multiple gain factors. -
Page 20: Iii.6.8 Thruster Allocation
Figure 6: Summarize Block The block gets inputs from the regulator, wind sensor and the current compensation. Extra external forces can be setup. These forces are added into X, Y and Z force for the vessel. These forces are output towards the Allocation (ALLOC block). -
Page 21: Iii.6.10 Current Calculation
The main task of the Ramp Block is to change the actual Set Point to the new Set Point by increasing or decreasing as fast as the thruster is able to follow. Second task of the Ramp Block is to check whether the feedback signal matches the Set Point. -
Page 22: Installation
1 Installation 1.1 Operator Stations The AlphaDynaPos Dynamic Positioning system is a redundant (double) Dynamic Positioning system fulfilling the rules of IMO DP2. A DP Console consists of a redundant DP Controller, a redundant DP Workstation, a redundant DP Operator Panel and a redundant DP Thruster I/O Controller. -
Page 23: Dp Operator Panel
1.1.2 DP Operator Panel 1.1.2.1 Joystick and Tracker ball The DP Operator panel consists of: A) Joystick panel with integrated rotation button and mode select buttons. • Panel size (HxWxD): 144 x 144 x 135. • Joystick 2-dimensional coordinate type with 75mm stick. •... -
Page 24: Operation
2 Operation 2.1 DP Control Transfer Before the AlphaDynaPos DP system can take over the control, a takeover procedure from Individual Thruster/Rudder Control to DP Operation has to take place. On the AlphaDynaPos DP system, the DP system has to be CALLED UP to take over control. -
Page 25: Control Transfer From Dp To Jc Panel
2.1.3 Control Transfer from DP to JC Panel To change over from DP Operation to JC Operation (or vice-versa) perform the following actions: 1. Check that the AlphaDynaPos JC system is in good working order. 2. Set the Joystick and the Heading knob on the DP Operator Panel and on the JC Operator Panel, in the neutral position. -
Page 26: Exit Simulation Mode
Figure 10: Simulation Mode - No Control Figure 11: Simulation Mode To enter simulation mode perform the following actions: 1. Set the Joystick and the Heading knob in neutral position. 2. Set the mode switch to ‘Manual’. 3. Press SIMULATION tab to open simulation screen. 4. -
Page 27: Control Modes
2.2 Control Modes 2.2.1 Change Control Mode on a Station Change control mode via operator joystick panel buttons or via the MODE button at the TFT Operator screen. To change the control mode (for example, select auto positioning mode) on the active station (DP or JC) perform the following actions: 1. -
Page 28: Auto Joystick Mode
Joystick Controls forward thrust moments (surge) and sideways thrust moments (sway) of available thrusters according direction and position of Joystick. Separate Integrated Heading knob in Joystick Heading Knob Adjusts heading by applying offset of thruster moments and rudder angles. Table 3: Operator Interfaces Note In this system the rotation button is integrated into the joystick lever. -
Page 29: Auto Positioning Mode
2.2.4 Auto Positioning Mode The position of the vessel is automatically kept on Set Position and the heading is automatically kept on the Set Heading. The Set Position can be absolute map longitude/latitude coordinates (absolute position keeping) or relative coordinates from for example, a platform (relative position keeping). - Page 30 Figure 16: Manual Sway Figure 17: Manual Surge and Sway Figure 18: Minimal Power DP Operator The DP Operator Workstation is used to adjust the Workstation Set Position by setting the bearing and distance. The vessel will move to the new position with the Set Transfer Speed.
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Page 31: Operation Mode: Consequences Analysis
starboard (Sway) thrust in order to keep the vessel at the Set Position. Heading Knob Manually adjusts Set Heading to port / starboard with variable rate depending knob deflection. This function is not available in MINIMAL POWER mode. Table 5: Operator Interfaces 2.2.4.1 Operation Mode: Consequences Analysis In Auto Positioning Mode the AlphaDynaPos DP software will continuously verify that the vessel can maintain its position, even if the worst case failure occurs. -
Page 32: Dp Workstation
2.3 DP Workstation The DP Operator Workstation is operated with a Trackball for pointing, or with the function selection keys on the TFT screen. Each graphic display is called a “screen” and displays settings and system information as numeric values or as graphic animation. -
Page 33: Map Section
The DP Operator Workstation MAP screen is divided in the following sections: 1. MAP Section. 2. Thrusters Section. 3. Heading Setting Section. 4. Position Settings Section. 5. Heading and Position keeping gain, speed and alarm settings. 6. Joystick gain setting. 7. -
Page 34: Thrusters Section
Figure 22: Off Set Orientation 2.3.1.2 Thrusters Section This part is dependent on the actual thruster configuration of the vessel. In this example the vessel has two azimuth thrusters on the stern and one azimuth and one tunnel thruster in the bow (Figure 23: Thruster Selection on page 34). Figure 23: Thruster Selection Indicators in this section are: •... -
Page 35: Heading Setting Section
• RPM or Pitch Feedback (%) (light green/red colors). • Numeric values per thruster RPM or Pitch Feedback (%). • An Icon per Thruster or Rudder showing the angle Set Point (°). • An Icon per Thruster or Rudder showing the angle feedback (°). •... -
Page 36: Heading And Position Keeping Gain, Speed And Alarm Settings
Figure 25: Position Settings section • Position Set point change STEP size in meters, parameter adjustable. • Select TRUE option for Absolute movement (N/E) and deselect button for Relative (X/Y) movement. • SP Relative, SP UTM, SP GEO to input new position Set Point. •... -
Page 37: Environmental Settings
2.3.1.7 Environmental Settings The Environmental Settings are displayed at the bottom of the MAP screen. See Figure 27: Wind and Current Compensation on page 37. Environmental settings include Wind and Current compensation. See Wind Compensation on page 37 for use of wind and current settings. -
Page 38: Alarm Area And Dimming
2.3.1.10 Alarm Area and Dimming The Alarm Display is situated at the top right of the MAP screen. See Figure 28: Alarm Area on page 38. Figure 28: Alarm Area When the Alarm Area shows alarms (errors) in system, perform following actions: •... -
Page 39: General Screen Description
2.3.2.1 General Screen Description The tracking screen provides control and feedback to run tracks. Figure 29: Tracking Screen The DP Operator Workstation TRACKING screen is divided in several sections. Values in yellow can be altered by double clicking on them and entering a new value. 1. - Page 40 • This section displays alarms (errors) in system. • Click on each alarm to acknowledge it, only then the system will check if this alarm occurs a second time. • Stop horn with CANCEL button on joystick panel to silence the buzzer after an alarm has been activated. •...
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Page 41: Creating And Running A Track
• AUTO ADJUST: When this option is selected the operator allows the system to adjust the heading to get better behavior. The Auto Adjust option is used when the vessel is operating near or outside the sideways capability. The system will auto adjust its heading Set Point into the current depending on the requested sideways thrust needed. - Page 42 2.3.2.2.1 Create a Relative Track 1. Set INPUT to RELATIVE. 2. Double click on Bearing number to input bearing. 3. Double click on Distance number to input distance to next way point. 4. Double click on Radius to enter turning radius to next way point. 5.
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Page 43: Pms
2.3.3 PMS This screen displays a one-line configuration of the Power Management system with generators and thrusters. Figure 34: PMS Screen In the left section all the generators and thrusters are displayed in the actual bus configuration, hence this screen may differ per project. -
Page 44: Capability
In simulation mode the PMS is also simulated. In simulation mode the operator can open and close breakers for generators and bus ties and select/deselect thrusters. In doing this the operator can study what the consequences are for a given failure or setting without effecting (or starting) the actual system. 2.3.4 Capability In the capability screen the operator can view the ability of the vessel to keep position and heading at a given wind speed and direction. -
Page 45: Sensors
2.3.5 Sensors Sensor information includes all sensors except positioning sensors. Information and settings are displayed on the Sensors Screen (Figure 36: Sensor Screen on page 45), accessible by pressing the Sensors tab at the top of the large Screen. Figure 36: Sensor Screen 2.3.5.1 Available Sensors For an overview of the available sensors check the overview in Figure 3: Sensor Overview on page 14. -
Page 46: Heading Sensor
2.3.5.3 Heading Sensor GYRO section (suitable for 3 different heading devices): • Comport Status / sample time. • Check box to use this reference device. • Display of raw values Heading / Rate of Turn (if available). • Display of output values Heading / Rate of Turn. •... -
Page 47: Position
2.3.6 Position Information and settings on the position reference sensors can be obtained with the Position tab in the top of the large screen (Figure 37: Position Screen on page 47). Figure 37: Position Screen To select a sensor to be used click the check box in the USE column. Before USE is allowed the sensor must be calibrated (for example see the ACOUSTIC in the above screen shot). -
Page 48: Gps Sensor
Figure 38: PRS PLOT Screen 2.3.6.1 GPS Sensor • GPS section (suitable for 3 different GPS devices): • Comport Status / sample time. • Display of raw values Latitude / Longitude. • Check box to use this device. • Display of output values Latitude / Longitude at rotation point. •... -
Page 49: Acoustic Sensor
Each of the above items are calculated into a number from 0 to 10, then added to a total. This total is compared to other sensors to determine the weight of this sensor. 2.3.6.3 Acoustic Sensor ACOUSTIC section (suitable for 2 different echo devices): •... -
Page 50: Follow
Weighing section: • Parameter for filter time (moving average filter, default set at 4sec.). • Parameters for adjusting factors for the weighing rating / deviation / error (0~10). • Display of difference absolute (weighed). • Error North / SOG North. •... -
Page 51: Select Sensor For F.u. (Follow Up)
2.3.7.1 Select Sensor for F.U. (Follow Up) Select a sensor for Follow Up in the position screen (Figure 39: Position Screen (F.U.) on page 50). If the sensor was in use as normal positioning sensor then first deselect it, where the Laser sensor can be selected to be used for Follow Only one sensor can be used for Follow up at a time. -
Page 52: Simulation
2.3.8 Simulation This chapter explains functionality in simulation mode. Before selecting simulation mode the system should not be in control. During simulation mode Set Points will not be output to the thrusters. This mode is for testing, demonstration and educational purposes. Figure 41: Simulation Screen The SIMULATION tab will blink in red during simulation (Figure 41: Simulation Screen on page 52). -
Page 53: Setting Gps In Simulation Mode
• Wind Setting for wind speed in knots. This will have a direct effect on the vessel. In Joystick manual mode wind force will cause the vessel to drift off. This will also be shown on the MAP screen and will also show the speed the vessel will drift. -
Page 54: Set Map View Preferences
This procedure works the same for all buttons and screens in the top row. 2.4.2 Set MAP View Preferences The MAP screen display can be customized to user preference. Figure 44: MAP view preferences • The orientation can be relative to the vessel (Vessel orientated), or with north up (world orientated). In case of vessel orientated the bow of the vessel will be in actual bow direction and North and South will be shown rotated depending on heading of the vessel. -
Page 55: North Up In Map Screen
2.4.2.2 North Up in MAP Screen To change to NORTH UP in the MAP screen perform following actions: 1. Locate the check box for VESSEL ORIENTATED in the center at the bottom of the MAP screen . 2. Deselect VESSEL ORIENTATED and NORTH UP will be activated. Observe that the bow rotates to the heading of the vessel and the North-South-East-West cross rotates upwards. -
Page 56: Turn On Day / Night Dimming
2.4.3 Turn on Day / Night Dimming Night view lowers the light emission to be able to keep your night vision. It changes graphics to more dark colors. Day view increases the light emission to reduce the contrast with daylight. See Figure 47: MAP screen in daylight colors on page 56. -
Page 57: Silence Horn, Accept Alarms
2.4.4 Silence Horn, Accept Alarms When a failure has been detected the system will turn on the horn (intermittently) and show a flashing alarm entry in the alarm area (top right of all screens). This entry will keep flashing for as long as the user has not confirmed the alarm. To silence the horn and confirm flashing alarms perform following actions: 1. -
Page 58: Joystick Gain
2.4.5 Joystick Gain The Joystick Gain makes the joystick more or less sensitive. The setting can be changed by entering a number between 0 and 100%. The Joystick Gain setting is used for as well Manual as Auto joystick mode. At a gain of 1% the joystick has minimal effect. -
Page 59: Turn Thrusters On/Off
2.4.8 Turn Thrusters On/Off Before taking the system in control all thrusters must be selected. Once a thruster failure occurs this thruster will automatically be deselected. To select this thruster again it must be selected manually by performing the following actions: 1. -
Page 60: Heading Settings
2.4.10 Heading Settings Figure 49: Heading Settings The most used system settings for Heading can be altered in the MAP screen (Figure 20: DP MAP Screen on page 32). Heading information and settings are displayed at the lower center of the screen in the area of the actual heading display. -
Page 61: Change Rotation Speed
2.4.10.1.3 Change Heading Set Point with Rotation Knob It is possible to change the Heading Set Point using the Rotation Knob by performing the following actions: 1. Rotate the knob in the direction the vessel should rotate to. The Rotation Knob indicates the rotation speed. Rotate the button further to rotate faster. -
Page 62: Change Heading Alarm Limit
2.4.10.4 Change Heading Alarm Limit The system can be set up to activate an alarm when heading cannot be kept. The difference between the Actual Heading compared to the Set Heading must be larger than the alarm limit to activate an alarm. To change Heading Alarm Limit, perform the following actions: 1. -
Page 63: Change Between Relative And Absolute Position Adjustment
2. Press the Current POS button to take over Actual Position as new Set Point. 3. Press Apply to confirm. 2.4.11.3 Change Between Relative and Absolute Position Adjustment To change between Relative and Absolute Position Adjustment perform the following actions: 1. -
Page 64: Change Position Set Point To North, South, East Or West Direction
6. Press the SB button to change the Set Point the step distance in meters to starboard. 7. Press the PS button to change the Set Point the step distance in meters to portside. 8. Press the AH button to change the Set Point the step distance in meters ahead. 9. -
Page 65: Change Position Point To Any Direction
2.4.11.6 Change Position Point to Any Direction To change Position Point to any direction perform the following actions: Figure 56: Change Position Dialog Box 1. Click the SP Relative Button in the lower center of the screen (Figure 20: DP MAP Screen on page 32). 2. -
Page 66: Change Position Set Point Using Joystick
2.4.11.8 Change Position Set Point Using Joystick When in auto position mode the joystick can be used to change position Set Point. Perform the following actions: Figure 58: Joystick Buttons Right 1. Press Manual Sway button at the right of the joystick panel for sideways movement (illuminates when active), see Figure 58: Joystick Buttons Right on page 66. -
Page 67: Change Position Gain
2.4.11.10 Change Position Gain Although the Transfer Speed determines the speed the vessel will sail at, the Gain influences the acceleration by limiting the thrust being used. The higher the Gain, the more thrust the system will use to correct errors in auto position mode. To change this setting use the MAP screen (Figure 20: DP MAP Screen on page 32) and perform the following actions: Figure 60: Gain Display 1. -
Page 68: Follow Mode
2.4.12 Follow Mode Follow Mode must be engaged for the DP system to follow one particular sensor. Set system into Auto-Position Mode to make this possible (Figure 62: Position Screen on page 68) and perform the following actions: Figure 62: Position Screen 1. -
Page 69: Operational Scenarios
5. Press OK to confirm new offset and close the dialog. See Figure 63: Follow Up Sensor Example on page 69 for example of Laser selected as follow up sensor. Figure 63: Follow Up Sensor Example 2.5 Operational Scenarios Guidelines to be followed when using the DP system in different situations. 2.5.1 Before Using Auto Position Nearby Other Objects Apart from the manual actions required to make the system operational and set it in Auto Position Mode, there are also guidelines to let the system learn environment forces present at the time. -
Page 70: Strong Wind Force
2.5.5 Strong Wind Force When the wind force is high, the vessel should be rotated with the bow, or the stern into the best angle for current and wind. The operator must calculate an angle in between the angle of wind and the angle of current. This action should also be taken, when the Worst Case alarm is activated to prepare the vessel for possible thruster or PMS failures. -
Page 71: System Alarms
2.6.3 System Alarms Note The ‘x’ indicates UPS number and accessory workstation number. Example: when an alarm occurs at workstation 1, then action should be performed at UPS-1. Alarm "DP SERVER – FAIL" Cause Communication between AlphaDynaPos and DP software is lost. Reaction Alarm on buzzer and on workstation. -
Page 72: Thruster Alarms
Note The alarm descriptions ‘x’ displays DP station number. Alarm "CONTROL STATION x FAILURE (COM & JS)" Cause Joystick value is outside specs. Reaction Alarm on buzzer and on workstation. If in Auto Position mode and DP2, then auto the control is transferred to the other DP station. Action Check wiring between Joystick and Joystick screen. -
Page 73: Reference Sensor Alarms
Alarm "THRUSTER x – RPM/PITCH FB/SP FAILURE" When this does not solve the problem, contact ALPHATRON MARINE. Alarm "THRUSTER x – STEERING FEEDBACK FAILURE" Cause 1. Steering feedback loop failure. 2. Steering Set Point loop failure. 3. Set point and feedback difference out of limits for predefined time delay. Reaction Alarm on buzzer and on workstation. -
Page 74: Position Sensor Alarms
Alarm "MOTION REFERENCE NOT AVAILABLE" Cause None of the MRU’s are healthy. Reaction Alarm on buzzer and on workstation. MRU roll (list) is set to 0. MRU pitch (trim) is set to 0. MRU yaw (heading) is set to 0. In calm weather DP operation can continue. -
Page 75: Heading Sensor Alarms
Alarm "GPS-x ALARM" Input sentence not valid or time-out. Signal quality low (input from sensor). Reaction Alarm on buzzer and on workstation. Quality for this GPS is set to 0. Weight for this GPS is set to 0. Rating for this GPS is set to 0. Action Does alarm occur at DP_SYSTEM1, DP_SYSTEM2 and JC_SYSTEM? YES:... -
Page 76: Wind Sensor Alarms
Alarm 'GYRO-x ALARM" When this does not solve the problem, contact ALPHATRON MARINE. Restart DP workstation x by turning power inside UPS-x OFF/ON. When this does not solve the problem, contact ALPHATRON MARINE. Alarm "HEADING REFERENCE NOT AVAILABLE" Cause No healthy GYRO reference available. Reaction Alarm on buzzer and on workstation. -
Page 77: Operational Alarms
Alarm "WIND REFERENCE NOT AVAILABLE" Absolute wind speed is set to 0. Absolute wind direction is set to 0. Action Check if any WIND sensor is selected. Restart DP workstation(s) x by turning power inside UPS-x OFF/ON. When this does not solve the problem, contact ALPHATRON MARINE. 2.6.9 Operational Alarms Alarm "DP SERVER –... - Page 78 Alarm WARNING – NO STANDBY SERVER AVAILABLE Reaction Alarm on buzzer and on workstation. Action Check alarms at standby server. Check ethernet cabling. Restart total DP_SYSTEM1 and DP_SYSTEM2 by turning power inside UPS-1 and UPS-2 OFF/ON. When this does not solve the problem, contact ALPHATRON MARINE. Alarm "POWER REDUCTION ACTIVE"...
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Page 79: Maintenance
3 Maintenance To verify proper operation of the DP system the actions described in this chapter must be taken periodically. Most of these actions can only be performed by getting access to the Windows system. 3.1 Planned Maintenance Planned Maintenance should comprise: 1. -
Page 80: Set Date And Time
3.1.4 Set Date and Time Date and time require to be updated regularly on the DP workstations. Once a month check and correct time setting for DP1 by performing the following actions: 1. Click on the Logo at the right top of the screen. A new screen appears. -
Page 81: Special Maintenance
3.2 Special Maintenance Special maintenance is done on request by Service, or when the operator requires extra information from the system. Special maintenance comprises: 1. USB Memory Stick. 2. Log Files. 3. Sensor Communication. 3.2.1 USB Memory Stick Any USB stick used with the system should be checked for viruses. This may be performed with a computer that has updated anti-virus software installed. -
Page 82: Sensor Communication
7. Right click on the “Data” folder, and select “Copy” from the menu. 8. Locate the USB drive on the left side of the Windows file explorer and click on it. 9. Click with right tracker ball button on the right side of the file manager (now showing USB stick contents) and select “Paste”... -
Page 83: Troubleshooting
3.3 Troubleshooting In this chapter frequently asked questions and their answers are dealt with. 3.3.1 Question: Cannot Take Control Even when system Seems Ready Answer: Set ROT button and Joystick back to zero (middle / center) position. Press CTRL button to activate system. If this is not working then check the alarm page. -
Page 84: Appendices
4 Appendices 4.1 Appendix A: UPS Battery History Battery History Date (mm/yyyy) Manufacturing Date Replacement Date (1) Replacement Date (2) Replacement Date (3) Replacement Date (4) Replacement Date (5) Note Battery set to be changed after 4 years of operation or sooner as required. 84 | Appendices... - Page 85 4.2 Appendix B: Checklist for Taking DP system into Operation Before taking the DP2 system into operation perform items as listed in Table 8: DP system Operation Checklist on page Item Description ☑ ☐ No (unacknowledged) alarms are present. ☐ system is not in simulation mode.
- Page 86 All over the world, close to the customer JRC/Alphatron Marine BV Schaardijk 23 (harbor 115) The information in this document is subject to change without 3063 NH Rotterdam notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of The Netherlands Alphatron Marine B.V.
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