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T R EL L E B O RG M A R I N E A N D I N F R A S T RU C T U R E SafePilot CAT PRO MANUAL...
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Wi-Fi to ensure stable and long-range The TRELLEBORG MARINE SYSTEMS SafePilot systems are designed as a secondary navigational aid and do not relieve the user (pilot, captain, navigator, etc.) of their professional responsibility and navigational skills.
Contents SafePilot CAT PRO What’s in the box Technical specifications System overview Setup Operation Modes Position and heading Quality Monitoring WiFi and RSSI Lights Guide Charging and Auto Power off Firmware Update Maintenance Common Errors and Trouble Shooting SafePilot Software...
Technical specifications CAT PRO: Wi-Fi NETWORK DGNSS CORRECTIONS (NTRIP) Client for CAT XT Access point: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n Protocol: Networked Transport of RTCM via with single band Internet Protocol (NTRIP) Access Point: IEEE 802.11 b/g/n with single band PILOT PLUG INTERFACE Number of clients: 8 Automatically polarity correction Security: WPA2...
System overview The SafePilot CAT PRO system comprises three units: two CAT PRO units, which can interchangeably be used as either position or heading units, and a CAT EXTENDER for expanding Wi-Fi coverage. CAT PRO provides position, speed, and course information when used as a position unit.
Setup Whether using one or two CAT PRO units, they should always have a clear sky view when placed outside. Obstructions could cause the CAT PRO system to be less accurate or even wrong because the readings would be based on fewer satellite trackings. To make sure to get the best measurements, the following conditions must be taken into consideration: If using the system without connecting any Make sure the CAT PRO units have at least a...
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The location shown in the pictures is not ideal for placing the CAT PRO because a significant portion of the sky is obstructed by the vertical wall and the wheelhouse next to the unit. Additionally, the wall and wheelhouse may cause multipath interference. Due to the proximity of numerous antennas, this location is not suitable for the CAT PRO.
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CAT PRO, connected to the pilot plug and placed on a horizontal surface.
Operation Modes The CAT PRO has four different operational modes, which can be used depending on the conditions and situations requiring their function. The following section will examine the different ways of usage. The CAT PRO has slightly directional Wi-Fi strength, which means that the signal is strongest in the direction of the arrow.
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2. Using CAT PRO as Pilot Plug Repeater with Then turn on the other device by pressing its external GNSS Receiver button for approximately four seconds until it starts flashing purple. Now functioning as POS unit In Mode two, the CAT PRO units will work as a pair. The one connected to the pilot plug will function as a After a few moments, the units will change to flash pilot plug repeater, and the other will be an external...
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3. Using CAT PRO as a stand-alone system: After a few moments, the units will shift to In the 3rd mode, the CAT PRO will function as a simultaneously flashing green, indicating that they fully independent system, not relying on the ship’s have paired instrumentation.
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4. Using CAT PRO as a stand-alone system with extended Wi-Fi Range In this mode, the CAT EXTENDER will be used With a short press on the top button, turn on one alongside the two CAT PRO units, making the system CAT PRO as the HDG unit (flashing blue) and the comprised of three units.
Position and heading quality The Device Status window in the SafePilot software provides valuable information about the quality of position, speed, and heading computations. To access it, tap the quality indicator on the left side of the top bar. The information from the different units is shown in separate windows. To switch between these, tap either CAT PRO HEADING or CAT PRO POSITION in the bottom bar of the Device Status window.
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General Guidelines for the CAT PRO HEADING Unit No Solution: No heading is computed. For the HDG unit to function optimally, Most likely because the HDG unit does not it should have access to more than 15 receive any corrections from the position satellites.
Monitoring WiFi and RSSI Maintaining a stable WiFi connection between the different units is essential for ensuring high- quality data reception and reliable connectivity. The strength of the signal can be monitored in the Device Status window under the "Device WiFi RSSI" point. This reference point will indicate whether the connection is strong or if there are any issues.
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Mode 2: In the second mode, the CAT PRO POS unit is the client to the HDG unit which is connected to the pilot plug and provides the signal. In this case, the signal strength can be monitored in the Device Status window when it displays the status for the POS unit, as shown in the screen capture below: If the signal gets lost, it may be necessary to turn...
Lights Guide CAT PRO: Steady Purple Position OK Fast Flashing Purple Not Connected to PRO access point Slow Flashing Purple No GPS position Steady Red Fully Charged Fast Flashing Red Low Battery Slow Flashing Red Charging Simultaneous Flashing Green Units Paired Steady Blue AIS/HDG data OK Slow Flashing Blue...
Charging and Auto Power off The CAT PRO offers high flexibility with two charging options: via cable or with a wireless charge pad. Additionally, the two units are fully interchangeable, allowing for easy switching if one needs to be charged. Cable Charging Wireless Charging The CAT PRO flashes red when the charging cable is...
Firmware Update It is recommended that CAT PRO devices always be updated to the latest firmware version When an update is available, it will be displayed in the GPS Status view window, and the version currently installed will be marked blue. After completing the update, the unit will restart, and the new firmware version will be displayed in black in the Status view window...
Maintenance To ensure the CAT PRO units remains in great condition, please keep the following in mind: Keep the CAT PRO units clean and dry while stored. The battery level should be maintained at 50-60% if the device is not used for an extended period of time All cables need regular inspection, and the connectors must be checked to ensure they are clean Inspect the straps on the mounting bracket and make sure they are in good condition.
COMMON ERRORS & TROUBLESHOOTING No Wi-Fi connection to iPad: No position is shown: Do not place the iPad on a metal surface, as Confirm that the CAT PRO POS is connected to this may affect its ability to connect to WiFi. the CAT PRO HDG.
To learn more about our products and SafePilot, or to purchase the software, please feel free to contact Trelleborg Marine & Infrastructure or visit our website for additional information. To learn more about our products and SafePilot,...
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