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  • Page 1 GC80/85 Double System Controller User Manual ENGLISH www.navico-commercial.com...
  • Page 3 Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller Document history Rev. 001 First review 988-12721-001...

  • Page 4: Preface

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller PREFACE Compliance statement Navico declare under our sole responsibility that the GC80/85 conform with the requirements of: • The European Council Directive 2014/90/EU on Marine Equipment modified by Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/1397 - Wheelmark.

  • Page 5: About This Manual

    Intended audience This manual is intended as a reference guide for installing, operating and maintaining the GC80/85 Double System Controller unit. The manual assumes that the operator is a qualified ship officer, or is under supervision of a qualified person.
  • Page 6 8. Drawings Dimensional drawings and wiring diagrams for the GC80/85 Double System Controller unit. 9. Part list List of all standard and optional units that are used in the GC80 and GC85 Double System Controller unit. 10. Terminal layout List of all terminal pins and terminal labelling with details on GTERM-A board in the GC80/85 Double System Controller unit.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents PREFACE ..................... 4 Compliance statement ............4 Disclaimer ................. 4 Governing language ............4 Copyright ................4 Trademarks ............... 4 About this manual .............. 5 Intended audience ............5 Important text conventions ..........5 SYSTEM OVERVIEW ................11 Introduction ..............
  • Page 8 Power supply .............. 30 Grounding the unit ............30 DIP switch and jumper settings .......... 30 Activating the GC80 or GC85 Double System Controller unit ................30 Activating or deactivating the automatic switch ..... 32 Expanded Control unit settings in a Double gyro system ..32 Parameter settings ............
  • Page 9 DRAWINGS ..................40 Drawings included ............40 PART LIST ..................47 GC80/85 Double System Controller unit ....... 47 GC80/85 optional equipment, Double System Controller unit .. 47 TERMINAL LAYOUT ................48 10.1 DGCT board ..............48 TB1 ................48 TB2 ................48 TB3 ................
  • Page 10 Check alert list and alert history ........71 12.3 Complete alarm code lists ..........72 Alerts detected on Double..........72 Alert detected in GC80/85 Expanded No.1 ......74 Alert detected in GC80/85 Expanded No.2 ...... 74 Alarm priority list ............75 TROUBLESHOOTING .................

  • Page 11: System Overview

    This section provides an overview of the GC80/85 Double System Controller unit and its components. Introduction The GC80/85 Double System Controller unit has been designed for any size of vessels to enhance the navigational capabilities and reliability. The system controller outputs the true heading of the selected gyrocompass and an optional heading sensor.

  • Page 12: Precautions In Use

    (IEC61924) and notations specified by other classification bodies. Precautions in use The GC80/85 Double System Controller unit displays and outputs bearing information. Although the system continually checks for faults while the system is running, failures or malfunctions may occur.
  • Page 13 Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller Note! For details, refer to “TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS” on page 34. 988-12721-001...

  • Page 14: Bearing Repeaters

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller Bearing repeaters The Double controller unit outputs step and serial signals used for repeaters. Even when the emergency power supply is used, the connected repeaters will be powered by the repeater backup function included in the Double controller unit.

  • Page 15: User Interface

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller 3 USER INTERFACE This section gives an overview of the GC80/85 Double System Controller unit and the user interface. General The Double System Controller unit includes 1 control panel. Control panel The control panel includes the buttons described on the following pages.
  • Page 16 Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller EXT indicator Not used. ▽/EXT key Used to adjust the illumination and move the cursor down. MENU/NO.1 key Select to open the display menu list. Refer to “Display menu list” on page This key is also used to select the NO.1 gyrocompass as the primary heading sensor.

  • Page 17: Operation

    System start-up and shut-down A GC80/85 Double System Controller unit is usually left with power ON. If the system has to be shut down and restarted, follow the procedures described in the following sections.

  • Page 18: Display

    SW102 (Gyro No.2) can be turned to OFF. Power and signals from the gyros will then be turned Off. If gyros are to be stopped completely you must follow the stop procedure explained in the GC80/85 Expanded MK2 User Manual. Display Start screen Turn on NO.1 gyrocompass, NO.2 gyrocompass to start the unit.

  • Page 19: Main Screen

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller Main screen Select <MAIN> in the display menu list. A list of the connected heading sensor(s) is displayed. The true heading of the selected heading sensor is displayed [SELECTED]. When NO.1 gyrocompass is selected. When NO.2 gyrocompass is selected.

  • Page 20: Screen When An Alert Occurs

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller Screen when an Alert occurs Display when an alert occurs. Refer to “ALERT MESSAGES AND CORRECTIVE ACTIONS” on page 67. Select heading sensor Sensor selection - To select NO.1 gyrocompass, press the △/NO.1 key and the HDG The unit outputs the true heading of the selected gyrocompass.

  • Page 21: Display Test

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller Display test Press and hold the △/NO.2 key and the ▽/EXT key simultaneously. Check the display, the key backlight, and the buzzer sound. The system operates normally if: Display: Shows the image below. Display during test Lighting of the display and the keys: - Lights up at maximum brightness.

  • Page 22: Maintenance

    This section describes maintenance procedures that should be performed by the system operator. General Caution All units in the GC80 Double System Controller unit are designed for optimum safety and reliability. However, a limited amount of preventive maintenance should be performed to verify safe operation and durability.

  • Page 23: Cleaning The Operator Panels And The Cabinet Surface

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller Do not use a megger etc., for insulation test of the system. Using a megger can break internal electric parts. Always disconnect wirings connected to the system before testing related power distribution lines with a megger.

  • Page 24: Replacing The Fuses

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller Tighten fastening screws. Every 6 months Clean panels, labels, and cabinet. Once a year or as required Note! Refer to the Expanded Control Unit User Manual for the detailed maintenance procedure of the gyro compass sensitive element.
  • Page 25 Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller WARNING Main power can cause electric shock. Do not touch any terminal boards, even if unit power is OFF. Caution If a fuse is blown, replace it. Before replacing, make sure turn “OFF” the power and disconnect the main power and the battery power fed from the vessel’s distribution board.

  • Page 26: Storage And Disposal Methods

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller If the fuse is blown, replace it. Insert the fuse into the holder cap and into the fuse holder. Turn clockwise while pushing down slowly. When the fuse is inserted normally, the fuse holder is locked.
  • Page 27 Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller Press △/NO.2 key or ▽/EXT key and move the yellow frame to the selected heading sensor. Press SET/ENT key to display the heading of the gyrocompass, rate of turn, latitude, and vessel’s speed input. Heading of gyrocompass...

  • Page 28: Installation

    This section is a reference guide to correctly install and configure the GC80/85 Double System Controller unit. The installation must be performed by a SIMRAD certified technician. For installation and setup of GC80/85 Expanded systems, please refer to separate manual. Unpacking and handling Care should be taken when unpacking and handling the equipment.

  • Page 29: Cabling

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller Flush mounting the control panel Control panel The control panel may be removed from the control unit and mounted in a remote location by using the optional flush mounting kit (part number 000-15844-001). The flush mounting kit includes: 1 blind panel for Double CP ext.

  • Page 30: Power Supply

    GC80 system. Before the system is started, the switch settings described below have to be changed to match a GC85 system. DIP switch NO.2 on S1 on the SCC board identifies the gyro as a GC80 or GC85 system. 988-12721-001...
  • Page 31 Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller 988-12721-001...

  • Page 32: Activating Or Deactivating The Automatic Switch

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller GC80 system GC85 system Activating or deactivating the automatic switch The Double Gyro system can have manual switch/selection of gyro sensor or automatic switching when one of the gyro sources fails. Selection is done by S1-8 on the DGCIF board located under the DGCT board.

  • Page 33: Parameter Settings

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller Parameter settings This section explains how to set the parameters. On the main screen, press MENU/NO.1 key to open the display menu list in the upper left corner. Press △/NO.2 or ▽/EXT key and move the yellow frame to <SET>.

  • Page 34: Technical Specifications

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS This section lists all specifications for the GC80/85 Double System Controller unit. General specifications Repeater type: ..................24 V DC - 6 step/° Number of step repeater connections: ..............6 Number of NMEA connections: .................. 18 Function: NO.1/NO.2 gyrocompass true heading display.

  • Page 35: Input Specifications

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller Battery power: 24 V DC +30% -20%, 75 V A (MAX) Operating Conditions Specified operating conditions: Temperature: -15 - +55°C Humidity: 95% RH (40°C) or less Recommended operating conditions Temperature: 0 - +45°C Humidity: 95% RH (35°C) or less...
  • Page 36 Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller INS (BAMS) Circuits: ...................... 1 Electrical: ..............RS422/ NMEA0183 Baud rate: .................. 4800 bps Data bits: ................... 8 bits Parity: ....................None Stop bits:....................1 Transmit freq.: ............INDETERMINATELY Input format: $--ACN,xxxxxx.xx,aaa,x.x,x.x,a,C*hh<CR><LF> $--HBT,x.x,a,x*hh<CR><LF> PULSE signal (LOG) Circuits: ......................

  • Page 37: Output Specifications

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller Output specifications Serial output signal Circuits: ....................18 Electrical: ................RS422/485 Baud rate: 4800 / 38400 bps Data bits: ................... 8 bits Parity: ....................None Stop bits:....................1 Transmit freq.: ..............5, 10, 50 Hz Output format: Data no.1...

  • Page 38: Physical Dimensions

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller Data no.5 $--HEHBT,x.x,a,x*hh<CR><LF STEP signal Circuits: ...................... 6 Electrical: ..............24 V DC - 6 step/° RATE OF TURN signal Circuits: ...................... 3 Electrical: ........... +/-10 V (+/-120°) (default) +/-10 V (+/-30°) +/-10 V (+/-300°) +/-5 V (+/-120°)

  • Page 39: Environmental Specifications

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller Environmental specifications GC80/85 Double System Controller unit Enclosure material: ..................Aluminum Environmental protection: ..................IP22 Color: ..........................Black Temperature range: Operating: ............-15 - +55°C (5 - 131°F) Storage: ............-20 - +55°C (-4 - 131°F)

  • Page 40: Drawings

    Double System Controller unit, together with wiring diagrams of the gyro system. Drawings included The following mechanical drawings are enclosed: Name Rev. GC80/85 Double System Controller unit, dimensions GC80/85 Remote panel, dimensions The following wiring diagrams are enclosed: Name GC80/85 Double System Controller unit 988-12721-001...
  • Page 41 Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller Double System Controller unit dimensional drawing Remote panel dimensional drawing 988-12721-001...
  • Page 42 Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller 988-12721-001...
  • Page 43 Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller 988-12721-001...
  • Page 44 Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller 988-12721-001...
  • Page 45 Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller 988-12721-001...
  • Page 46 Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller Wiring when the Control panel is mounted outside the Control unit 988-12721-001...

  • Page 47: Part List

    PART NO. DESCRIPTION 000-15037-001 GC80/85 Double System Controller unit. 988-12719-00x GC80/85 Double System Controller unit User manual. GC80/85 optional equipment, Double System Controller unit PART NO. DESCRIPTION Remote mounting kit for Double Control panel. Including mounting frame, blind panel and harness 000-15832-001 (cable).

  • Page 48: Terminal Layout

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller TERMINAL LAYOUT This section includes tables that list all terminal pins and terminal labelling on the DGCT board in the GC80/85 Double System Controller unit. The tables include detailed descriptions of each terminal. 10.1 DGCT board GYROCOMPASS NO.1...

  • Page 49: Tb3

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller PIN NO NAME DETAILS G2SC Internal communication serial signal GND G2SEL1 Selection signal input (potential free contact) G2SEL2 E2SEL1 External heading selection signal input (potential free contact) E2SEL2 G2ALCN1 Alert signal output (potential free contact)

  • Page 50: Tb21

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller TB21 PIN NO NAME DETAILS 11TX+ Serial signal output (RS422+): selected sensor 11TX- Serial signal output (RS422-): selected sensor 11TSC Serial signal output (GND) 12TX+ Serial signal output (RS422+): selected sensor 12TX- Serial signal output (RS422-): selected sensor...

  • Page 51: Tb23

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller PIN NO NAME DETAILS 21TX- Serial signal output (RS422-): selected sensor 21TSC Serial signal output (GND) 21_GND Power for repeaters GND 21_24 V Power for repeaters 24 V DC 22TX+ Serial signal output (RS422+): selected sensor...

  • Page 52: Tb24

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller PIN NO NAME DETAILS 27_GND Power for repeaters GND 27_24 V Power for repeaters 24 V DC 28TX+ Serial signal output (RS422+): selected sensor 28TX- Serial signal output (RS422-): selected sensor 28TSC Serial signal output (GND)

  • Page 53: Tb25

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller TB25 PIN NO NAME DETAILS STD1 Step-to-step signal output (3 phased): selected sensor STD2 Step-to-step signal output (3 phased): selected sensor STD3 Step-to-step signal (3 phased): selected sensor STD4 Power for repeaters GND STD5 Power for repeaters 24V DC...

  • Page 54: Tb27

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller TB27 PIN NO NAME DETAILS MALCN1 Change over unit alert output (potential free contact) MALCN2 MRNCN1 Change over unit running output (potential free contact) MRNCN2 AIN1 External alert acknowledging signal input potential free contact (Alert Ack.)

  • Page 55: Tb29

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller TB29 PIN NO NAME DETAILS GN1RX+ NO.1 GNSS serial signal input GN1RX- NO.1 GNSS serial signal input GN1SC NO.1 GNSS serial signal GND GN2RX+ NO.2 GNSS serial signal input GN2RX- NO.2 GNSS serial signal input GN2SC NO.2 GNSS serial signal GND...

  • Page 56: Dip Switch Settings

    11.1 Double System Controller unit 3 different boards in the Double System Controller unit have jumpers and/or DIP switches that may be used to configure the GC80/85 Double system. The following pages include drawings that show the location of jumpers and/or DIP switches, together with a short description of the different settings.

  • Page 57: Dgcif Board

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller DGCIF board Jumper settings on DGCIF board JUMPER DEFAULT FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Software download (open for Short NO.1 SCC software download download) 1-2 short: 200 p.p.n.m. contact 1-2 short NO.1 setting of speed log pulse 3-4 short: 400 p.p.n.m. contact...
  • Page 58 Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller DIP switch settings on DGCIF board SWITCH DEFAULT FUNCTION DESCRIPTION S1-1 Slave CPU Must be OFF S1-2 Do not touch S1-3 Do not touch S1-4 Do not touch S1-5 Must be ON - Do not touch...
  • Page 59 Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller SWITCH DEFAULT FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Output port: DGCIF board, TB21"13TX+/-", NO.1 NO.1 gyrocompass serial S11-1 OFF = IEC61162-1 ed.4 output (4800 bps) output setting ON = IEC61162-2 ed.1 output (38400 bps) Output port: DGCIF board, TB21 "14TX+/-", NO.1 NO.1 gyrocompass serial...
  • Page 60 Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller SWITCH DEFAULT FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Output port: DGCIF board, TB23 "25TX+/-", NO.1 NO.1 gyrocompass serial S12-5 OFF = IEC61162-1 ed.4 output (4800 bps) output setting ON = IEC61162-2 ed.1 output (38400 bps) Output port: DGCIF board, TB23 "26TX+/-", NO.1 NO.1 gyrocompass serial...
  • Page 61 Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller SWITCH DEFAULT FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Output port: DGCIF board, TB22 "21TX+/-", NO.2 NO.2 gyrocompass serial S22-1 OFF = IEC61162-1 ed.4 output (4800 bps) output setting ON = IEC61162-2 ed.1 output (38400 bps) Output port: DGCIF board, TB22 "22TX+/-", NO.2 NO.2 gyrocompass serial...

  • Page 62: Scc Boards

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller SCC boards DIP switch settings on SCC boards SWITCH DEFAULT FUNCTION DESCRIPTION S1-1 Control unit type OFF = Expanded ON = Compact S1-2 Master compass type OFF = Standard ON = High Speed S1-3 2 Gyros used...
  • Page 63 Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller SWITCH DEFAULT FUNCTION DESCRIPTION SW2-1 OFF No output SW2-2 OFF S2-1 SW2-1 OFF Output for old monitor Data output for record SW2-2 ON (Not used) SW2-1 ON Output for new monitor SW2-2 OFF S2-2 SW2-1 ON...
  • Page 64 S3-5 “ROT” sentence output OFF = Not used For Simrad use ON = Simrad GC type (80 or 85) shown in display at start-up according to S1-2 setting. S3-7 Not used Buzzer stop output/ OFF = Running contact enabled S3-8...
  • Page 65 Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller JUMPER DEFAULT FUNCTION DESCRIPTION 1-2 Short = IEC61162-2 ed.1 (38400 bps) 3-4 Short = IEC61162-1 ed.4 (4800bps) Serial signal output NOTE: Never use both jumpers at the 3-4 short setting (12TX) same time! (DGCT board 12TX)

  • Page 66: Dgct Board

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller DGCT board Jumper settings on DGCT board JUMPER DEFAULT FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Both jumpers open = two GPS signal connected 1-2 short Connection of GPS to Double control unit 3-4 short Both jumpers shorted = one GPS...

  • Page 67: Alert Messages And Corrective Actions

    12.1 The alert system The GC80/85 system will continually check for faults while the system is running. If any alarm is generated, verify the reason for the alarm. If a fault occurs, an alert code will be displayed in the LCD. The alarm lamp will be flashing and an audible alarm will be activated.

  • Page 68: Alert List

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller Alert list To access alert details (date and cause), press MENU/NO.1 and select <ALERT>. For more details refer to “Complete alarm code lists” on page 72. Alert history In the alert details, you can check the priority, the date, and the cause of the alert.

  • Page 69: Acknowledging An Alert

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller 12.2 Acknowledging an alert When an alert is activated, check the system. Take appropriate measures after checking the navigational conditions around the vessel for safety and stopping at non-dangerous sea areas in principle. Refer to “Complete alarm code list” on page 71.
  • Page 70 Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller Press and Press and hold ACK hold ACK for 3 sec. for 3 sec. Alert is acknowledged. The alert window disappears. The alert indicator stops blinking. The buzzer stops. Press ACK Press ACK Press and...

  • Page 71: Check Alert Screen

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller Check alert screen You can open the alert screen and display the acknowledged alerts. Press the MENU/NO.1 key to open the display menu list. Press the △/NO.2 key or the ▽/EXT key to move the yellow frame to <ALERT>...

  • Page 72: Complete Alarm Code Lists

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller Press the △/NO.2 key and the ▽/EXT key to move the yellow frame to < ALERT >. Press the SET/ENT key to show the alert screen. After acknowledging the alert, you can check for active alerts.
  • Page 73 Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller Alarm Name Detailed code*1 Priority Category Troubleshooting code Alarm NO.1 SCC COMM. TS-05 Warning Alarm NO.2 SCC COMM. TS-06 Warning PANEL COMM. Warning TS-07 Alarm DGCIF COMM. TS-08 Warning G1 PWR 24 V Warning TS-11...

  • Page 74: Alert Detected In Gc80/85 Expanded No.1

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller Alert detected in GC80/85 Expanded No.1 Alarm Name Detailed code*1 Priority Category Troubleshooting code NO1GYRO MAIN PWR Warning NO1GYRO PWR FAIL Warning NO1GYRO INVERTER Warning NO1GYRO CONT. PWR Warning NO1GYRO ROTOR Warning NO1GYRO LEVEL Warning...

  • Page 75: Alarm Priority List

    Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller NO2GYRO GPS DATA Warning NO2GYRO LOG COMM. Warning NO2GYRO LOG DATA Warning NO2GYRO E5V Warning TS-24 NO2GYRO STEP ERR. Warning NO2GYRO ZERO ERR. Warning NO2GYRO DGC COMM. Warning *1: Type of alert escalation: E-1: If the warning is not acknowledged within a minute, the warning will escalate to Alarm.
  • Page 76 Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller Alarm that can only be acknowledged (ACK button) by operating the Category A system. Alarm that can be acknowledged (ACK button) by operating either the Category B system or external equipment (CAM-HMI). 988-12721-001...

  • Page 77: Troubleshooting

    If the NO.1 gyrocompass is abnormal, fix the abnormality by following the operator manual of the gyrocompass. Relevant information: If an alert or symptom cannot be fixed, contact SIMRAD service center. TS-03 - Communication error between the system and the NO.2 gyrocompass control unit Procedure and treatment: Check the working condition of the NO.2 gyrocompass.
  • Page 78 Check the status of the service switch SW102 and the fuse XF102 in the system. Relevant information: If an alert or symptom cannot be fixed, contact SIMRAD service center. TS-07 - Display communication error Procedure and treatment: Check the fuse XF103 in the system.
  • Page 79 Check the fuse of the NO.1 gyrocompass following the operator manual of the gyrocompass. Relevant information: If an alert or symptom is not fixed, contact SIMRAD service center. TS-15 - Power failure of the NO.2 gyrocompass communication system of Double Procedure and treatment: Check the service switch SW102 and the fuse XF102 in the system.
  • Page 80 Simrad GC80/85 Double System Controller Relevant information: If an alert or symptom is not fixed, contact SIMRAD service center. TS-19 - Switch failure of the heading sensor Procedure and treatment: Check the condition of the service switches SW101 and SW102. Then check the fuses XF101 and XF102 in the system.
  • Page 81 After confirming the system recovery, push the ACK/ENT key to determine the heading of selected gyrocompass. Relevant information: If an alert or symptom is not fixed, contact SIMRAD service center. TS-24 - Gyrocompass abnormality Procedure and treatment: Refer to the troubleshooting method of Expanded System operator manual.

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