Set Proportional Sensitivity; Check Installation; Move Steering - Dometic OPTIMUS EPS Series Installation And User Manual

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6.3.3

Set Proportional Sensitivity

Proportional rudder sensitivity is an optional parameter used to increase
the helm sensitivity at the neutral rudder position for more responsive
steering. The total number of helm turns lock-to-lock is unchanged, so the
steering becomes less sensitive as you approach hard over.
Proportional Sensitivity is set in Steering Setup > Set Proportional
Sensitivity. There are two parameters:
Proportional Sensitivity Gain: This parameter controls the increase in
sensitivity. The range is from 0.5 to 4.0 and represents a multiplier of the
standard helm sensitivity. The default value of 1.0 means there is no
change, and a value of 4.0 means the helm sensitivity is four times the
normal setting. The multiplier applies at zero steering angle, then
decreases linearly as steering angle increases. We suggest that you start
with a gain of no more than 2 and sea trial before increasing the gain.
Proportional Sensitivity Range: This is the steering angle range (from
zero degrees) over which the Sensitivity Gain is applied. Adjust the
parameter between 0 and the maximum steering angle of 30 degrees
6.3.4

Check installation

At this point you have almost completed the installation and setup of the
Optimus EPS with Electric Actuator. The final step is to check the installation
for interference. Follow the interference check procedure in section 3.1.2
and correct any interference before handing the boat over to the customer.
NOTICE!
• Failure to perform these checks may result in damage to the Electric
Actuator, which could affect operation of the steering system.
• Do not hand the boat over to the customer without performing these
checks and correcting any interference.
• In some cases, you may need to install tilt limiting switches.
6.3.5 Move Steering (optional)
The Move Steering function allows the system installer or service
technician a convenient way to steer each Electric Actuator individually. It is
intended primarily as a diagnostic tool, but it can be helpful in the
performance of some service tasks. It is not a required step for initial setup.
To use this function, select Move Steering, then select either Move port
steering or Move stbd steering. Once in this mode, turning the helm
will move the selected steering actuator.
NOTICE!
In this mode the actuator's speed is reduced and collision detection is
disabled. Use caution when steering or damage to the outboard engine
cowlings may occur.
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