Summary of Contents for MARINE DATA MD52A
- Page 1 …navigation with innovation USER MANUAL MD52A SHIP’S MAGNETIC COMPASS SENSOR F052003 MD52AT with TRIAD™ connector F052001 MD52AX with XLR connector MD52A-MA-v04r05 2015-02-19 ENGLISH...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
MD52A CONTENTS MD52A SHIP’S MAGNETIC COMPASS SENSOR: VARIANTS ......5 DOCUMENT ......................6 About This Manual ..................6 NOTICE ........................7 Copyright ...................... 7 DESCRIPTION ......................8 PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION ................. 9 APPLICATION ......................9 MAJOR DIMENSIONS ..................10 MOUNTING OPTIONS ..................11 MD54 Compass Sensor Adhesive Mount F054001 ........ - Page 4 13.7 MD58 Compass Sensor Bracket Mount F058001 ........20 OPTIONAL PARTS AND ACCESSORIES ............21 EXAMPLE SYSTEM SCHEMATICS ..............22 GROUNDING AND SHIELDING ................23 SAFETY AND SECURITY ..................23 GLOSSARY OF TERMS ..................24 ABOUT MARINE DATA ..................25 NOTES ........................26...
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Page 5: Md52A Ship's Magnetic Compass Sensor: Variants
MD52A 1 MD52A SHIP’S MAGNETIC COMPASS SENSOR: VARIANTS MD52AT Variant with Triad™ type connector MD52AX Variant with XLR type connector... -
Page 6: Document
About This Manual This Manual provides installation, operating Instructions and fault-finding procedures for the MARINE DATA MD52AT (Triad Connector) and the MD52AX (XLR Connector) Ship’s Magnetic Comapss Sensor. After installation, this manual should remain with the vessel to which it relates. -
Page 7: Notice
Vittlefields Technology Centre Forest Road NEWPORT Isle of Wight PO30 4LY UNITED KINGDOM tel: +44 (0)1983 822180 email: info@marine-data.co.uk fax +44(0)1983 822181 web: www.marine-data.co.uk MARINE DATA SYSTEMS LIMITED reserves the right to make changes to its products and specifications without notice... -
Page 8: Description
The MD52A compass sensor can either be mounted to an existing ship’s magnetic compass installation in its binnacle or to a magnetic compass supplied as part of the complete TMC system. -
Page 9: Principle Of Operation
The MD52A requires to be mounted on or under a host magnetic compass in close proximity to the compass card. The MD52A outputs a 3 phase positional signal by sensing the orientation of the host compass card. In this way, the MD52A acts as a Compass Sensor or a Magnetic Pickoff Coil. -
Page 10: Major Dimensions
MD52A 7 MAJOR DIMENSIONS All dimensions in mm MD52AT with Triad type Connector MD52AX with XLR type Connector... -
Page 11: Mounting Options
8 MOUNTING OPTIONS MD54 Compass Sensor Adhesive Mount F054001 The MD54 Adhesive Mount from MARINE DATA is a non-ferrous mounting for attaching the MARINE DATA MD52A Ship’s Magnetic Compass Sensor to an existing ship’s magnetic compass. The MD54 is designed to adhere to the smooth concentric area located underneath the majority of externally gimballed ship’s magnetic compasses. -
Page 12: Md58 Compass Sensor Bracket Mount F058001
MD52A MD58 Compass Sensor Bracket Mount F058001 The MD58 Bracket Mount from MARINE DATA is a non-ferrous Bracket Mount for attaching the MARINE DATA MD52A Ship’s Magnetic Compass Sensor to an existing ship’s magnetic compass. This bracket provides an alternative mounting option to the MD54 Adhesive Mount. - Page 13 MD52A MD58 Bracket Mount Ship’s liquid compass bowl MD52A Compass Sensor concentrically MD52A Ship’s Magnetic Compass Sensor fixed to a host Ship’s Compass using the shown clamped in place on MD58 Bracket Mount MD58 Bracket Mount All dimensions mm 100 CENTRES (MUST BE WITHIN ±0.2 OF TRUE CENTRE)
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Page 14: Installation
Slacken the four M4 screws which clamp the sensor to its mounting (type MD54 or type MD58) and gently rotate the MD52A sensor until the heading repeater reads the same heading as the magnetic compass card. Allow the reading on the heading repeater to settle and fine adjust if necessary. -
Page 15: Xlr Connector: Pin Identification (Variant Md52Ax)
MD52A the MD52A sensor securely in position on its mounting. Allow the system to settle. Re-adjust as previously described if necessary. Isolation and earthing requirements must comply with Lloyd’s Rules and Regulations VI paragraph 1.13.2 CAUTION: APPLICATION OF ANY VOLTAGE OTHER THAN THOSE STIPULATED IN THIS... -
Page 16: Commissioning The System
10.1 Product Registration Be sure to register your product online at www.marine-data.co.uk Alternatively, fill out the product registration form and return it to MARINE DATA. • NOTE: It is the the process of registration which activates the warranty. 11 OPERATION... -
Page 17: Maintenance And Fault-Finding
Maintenance No scheduled maintenance is required. It is recommended to gently wipe away any accumulated dust periodically. Note: The MD52A is a sealed unit and has no user-serviceable parts inside. Breaking the factory seal will invalidate the warranty. 12.2 Fault-Finding 12.2.1... -
Page 18: Technical Support
MD52A 12.3 Technical Support If further technical support is required then please contact Marine Data Technical Support: • By email: support@marine-data.co.uk • Through our website: www.marine-data.co.uk All technical support enquiries must include the following basic equipment information: About your MARINE DATA Equipment: MARINE DATA Equipment Model number (e.g. -
Page 19: Specifications
RoHS: Compliant 13.5 Additional Information Requires the MARINE DATA MD97 Compass Sensor Interface to drive the coil and provide a digital NMEA 0183 heading output May be used with the MARINE DATA MD76HM-1 Independant Analogue Heading Monitor and an MD97JB Junction Box to drive the coil in an analogue heading monitor system Requires the host compass manufacturer’s fixing bracket or MD54 Compass Sensor... -
Page 20: Md54 Compass Sensor Adhesive Mount F054001
Finish: Black RoHS: Compliant • Self-adhesive pad and 3x M3 fixing screws Supplied: • Sensor Clamp Ring to secure the MD52A Option: Alternative mount thicknesses available 13.7 MD58 Compass Sensor Bracket Mount F058001 Weight: 200g Aluminium (Brass option 500g) Dimensions: 245mm long;... -
Page 21: Optional Parts And Accessories
MD52A 14 OPTIONAL PARTS AND ACCESSORIES MD Part No. Description Illustration MD54 Compass Sensor F054001 Adhesive Mount (10mm thick) MD58 F058001 Compass Sensor Bracket Mount MD97JB Compass Sensor F097001 Junction Box (Option for MD52AX version) -
Page 22: Example System Schematics
MD52A 15 EXAMPLE SYSTEM SCHEMATICS MD52AT as the Magnetic Heading MD52AT as the Magnetic Heading Source in a Comprehensive TMC System Source in a Simple TMC System using using MD86HCU Heading Comparator MD93 Variation & Deviation Corrector: Unit (with built-in Heading Monitor): SHIP’S... -
Page 23: Grounding And Shielding
MD52A 16 GROUNDING AND SHIELDING The power/data connector has a conductive outer casing which, when mated, connects to the unit enclosure. A screened cable is used. 17 SAFETY AND SECURITY Please observe the following procedures to ensure safety of personnel installing and operating the equipment: •... -
Page 24: Glossary Of Terms
MD52A 18 GLOSSARY OF TERMS Term Description Electro-Magnetically Compatibility - specifically measured against MIL-SPEC-461 Electromagnetic Compass (fluxgate coil compass) Maritime navigation and radio communication equipment and systems. EN60945 General requirements. Methods of testing and required test results. Minimum Order Quantity... -
Page 25: About Marine Data
MARINE DATA is a brand name and trademark of Marine Data Systems Limited, a British multi-award winning company established in 1978 and based on the Isle of Wight, England. MARINE DATA, now in its 35th year, has led the world in the development and manufacture of marine navigation and control systems. -
Page 26: Notes
MD52A 20 NOTES... - Page 27 MD52A NOTES...
- Page 28 MARINE DATA SYSTEMS LIMITED Vittlefields Technology Centre Forest Road NEWPORT Isle of Wight PO30 4LY UNITED KINGDOM tel: +44 (0)1983 822180 fax +44(0)1983 822181 web: www.marine-data.co.uk email: info@marine-data.co.uk...
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