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- Page 1 Manual Navico WP30 Wheelpilot...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
E03549 Issue 1.0 CONTENTS General For service and advice please contact the main Simrad dealer in your country of residence. 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Technical Summary 1.3 The Complete Navigation System Operation 2.1 General 2.2 Engaging the Clutch 2.3 Autopilot Mode 2.4 Adjusting Course 2.5 Autotack 2.6 Rudder Movement (Gain) -
Page 3: General
1 General 1.2 Technical Summary 1.1 Introduction WHEELPILOT WP30 SPECIFICATIONS The Simrad Wheelpilot WP30 is a self contained automatic pilot suitable for a wide variety of wheel Supply Voltage 12v DC (10v-16v) steered sailing yachts up to 12.8M (42 Ft) in length. Power Consumption 0.06A (Standby) Combining highly sophisticated electronics with... -
Page 4: Operation
2 Operation and the relevant Port or Starboard LED will flash once. To make a 10¼ adjustment, press and hold the key, con- 2.1 General firmed by a double beep and a double flash of the Port Clutch Off The Wheelpilot powers up in Standby Mode, indicated or Starboard LED (Fig 2.3). -
Page 5: Rudder Movement (Gain)
2.6 Rudder Movement (Gain) 2.8 Autotrim The Wheelpilot uses highly advanced steering soft- Under differing conditions a rudder bias (sometimes known as standing helm or rudder trim) is ware, which constantly assesses how the vessel is applied in order to steer a straight course. An example is when sailing close hauled where the ves- being affected by the prevailing conditions. -
Page 6: Advanced Features
Advanced Features 3.2 Sail To Wind The Wheelpilot WP30 contains many advanced features, one of which is the ability to accept The WP30 is able to sail to the apparent wind angle course data from a variety of sources apart from rather than a compass course, using wind data via TACK the internal fluxgate compass, including NMEA... -
Page 7: Using External Compass
3.3 Using External Compass Configuration Normally, the accurate operation of a self-con- 4.1 Scaling tained autopilot is very difficult on a ferrous hulled boat (steel, ferro cement etc) as the hull Before using the Wheelpilot, it is necessary to pro- will affect the bearing read by the internal flux- TACK TACK... -
Page 8: Calibration Mode
4.2 Calibration Mode Installation To adjust the Gain and Seastate settings of the Wheelpilot it is necessary to enter Calibration Mode, 5.1 Fitting Wheelpilot which can be done whilst the Wheelpilot is in either Standby or Autopilot Mode. With correct preparation, the Wheelpilot can be TACK TACK installed in under an hour. - Page 9 The self adhesive neoprene pad supplied Front Plate should be attached to the inside face of the pedestal mount. This not only increases the grip Spoke of the pedestal mount, but also protects the clamps pedestal from being scratched by the mount. Pedestal Mount Badge 5.
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Page 10: Electrical Installation
5.2 Electrical Installation The WP30 is linked to the ATC600 external compass Core. Wired To via a connecting lead CMC-TP (not supplied), which The Wheelpilot WP30 operates from a 12v DC sup- is wired to the WheelpilotÕs Green & White wires +12v DC ply. -
Page 11: Nmea Sentences Received
5.4 NMEA Sentences Received 6 Appendix The NMEA0183 information required for full functionality whilst in NavLock is as follows - 6.1 Advice On Operation Cross track error Bearing to destination waypoint The Simrad Wheelpilot when used correctly can maintain as good a course, on most points of sail as a skilled helmsman, with the advantage that they never lose concentration where a human may Arrival at waypoint indication begin to show lapses of concentration after as little as ten minutes. -
Page 12: Fault Finding
6.2 Fault Finding 6.3 Auto Compass Calibration Although the Wheelpilot internal compass is extremely Symptom Probable Cause Remedy accurate, after installation it is necessary to calibrate the compass to compensate for any deviations caused by objects surrounding it on board the vessel. * Adjust gain setting (see Pilot consistently over or * Gain setting is respectively too high... -
Page 13: Spares & Accessories
6.5 Spares & Accessories 6.6 Service & Warranty The following spares and accessories are available through your local Navico agent. Please Your Wheelpilot should seldom need servicing, but will benefit from an application of silicone or quote the correct part number when ordering. Teflon grease to the connectors each season, and by keeping the control unit and the connectorÕs protective cover in place when not in use. - Page 14 Page 26...
- Page 15 Manufacturer: Simrad Navico Star Lane, Margate Kent CT9 4NP United Kingdom Telephone: +44 (0) 1843 290290 Telefax: +44 (0) 1843 290471 E-Mail: simrad-navico.co.uk W O R L D W I D E M A N U F A C T U R E R M A R I N E E L E C T R O N I C S...
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