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Garmin GLADIATOR TR-1 Installation Setup Manual

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  • Page 1 TR-1 Autopilots Gladiator Installation & Setup Manual 2.0 Liter and 1.2 Liter Pump Units Only...

  • Page 2: Safety

    You are responsible for the safe and prudent operation of your vessel. Your TR-1 Autopilot is a tool that will enhance your capability to operate your boat and catch fish. It does not relieve you from the responsibility for safe operation of your vessel.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Safety... Parts List... Hydraulic Layout (SeaStar Power Assist) ... Hydraulic Layout (Single Helm)... Hydraulic Layout (Dual Helm)... Electrical Layout... Chapter I: Section I Gladiator Installation Installation Check List 9 Gladiator Specifications 10 Preparation for Installation 10 - 12 Mounting Considerations 12 Component Protection 12 Hydraulic Connections 12 Magnetic Environment 12...

  • Page 4: Parts List

    TR-1 Gladiator 1.2 or 2.0 Pump and ECU Parts List 2.0 liter Pump Unit: 120-2560-00 1.2 liter Pump Unit: 120-2565-00 4 ea.#10 x 11/2” Pan head screw 310-0071-01 4-ea. SS washers 310-0031-06 Pump with unbalanced kit: (for boats with unbalanced cylinders) See page 12 Unbalanced Valve kit: 130-2579-00...

  • Page 5: Hydraulic Layout (Seastar Power Assist)

    Hydraulic Layout for SeaStar Power Assisted Helms SeaStar Power Assist ������������������������������������������ ����������������������������� � ������������������ �������������������������������������� P= Port R= Return S= Starboard Hydraulic Layout �������������������������������������������������������������� ������������������������������������������������������������������� ������������������������������������������������������������ ����������������������������������������������������� **Shadow Drive 1) Mount Horizontally and as May be located in the Port or Starboard Hydraulic Lines 3) Use a length of hose between DO NOT...

  • Page 6: Hydraulic Layout Single Helm

    Hydraulic Layout Single Helm...

  • Page 7: Hydraulic Layout Dual Helm

    Hydraulic Layout Dual Helm Unbalanced Cyl. Unbalanced Valve NOTE: UNBALANCED CYLINDER REQUIRES UNBALANCED VALVE ON PUMP. P= Port R= Return S= Starboard...

  • Page 8: Electrical Layout

    Shadow Drive Brown Green Black Warning Black( - ) Blue (- ) Horn Orange ( + ) Red ( + ) Hydraulic Pump & Motor Do not extend or splice these Orange and Black Twisted Wire wires Red and Black Twisted Wire Battery Electrical Layout NMEA Out...

  • Page 9: Section I: Installation

    This chapter will provide detailed information to accurately and successfully install the TR-1 Gladiator. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to call technical support. 1-866-559-0229 Section I: Installation Installation Checklist Specifications Preparation for Installation Unbalanced Valve Pump Unit Electronic Control Unit (ECU) Compass Ball NMEA 0183...
  • Page 10 Installation Overview and Check List Please read all installation instructions before proceeding with the install! The TR-1 Gladiator is designed and manufactured to meet the harsh marine environment. However, no electronics can perform as intended unless installed, setup and maintained properly. Please read and follow the recommended installation procedures.
  • Page 11 Pump Set Compass Ball HH/Remote Deckmount/On-Off Battery Cable Tach Cable Warning Horn Shadow Drive Supply Voltage In line fuse Operating Ambient Temperature You will be hard mounting four components in your boat:1) The pump unit 2) The Deckmount switch 3) The Compass Ball 4) The Electronic Control Unit (ECU).
  • Page 12 Mounting Considerations, Protection, Hydraulic Connections, Magnetic Pump Unit: The Pump unit will need to be mounted within at least 20” of the ECU. It will need to be mounted in a horizontal position to a solid surface. Do not mount the pump vertical with the pump end down, air gets trapped in the pump head end and it will not work correctly.
  • Page 13 Protection Locate the Pump Unit, the ECU and the Compass Ball in a place where they will not be submerged or exposed to wash down. Spray the installed components with a protective corrosion prohibitive like Bo-Shield or Corrosion X, etc. Hydraulic Connections Before starting the hydraulic installation, please verify the type of hydraulic steering in the boat.
  • Page 14 If the system was ordered as an Unbalanced System, the kit is installed at the factory. The unbalanced valve accessory is a pilot operated bleed valve. It is intended for use when the steering cylinder fitted to the vessel is of the unbalanced type.

  • Page 15: Correct Mounting Position

    Pump Unit: The Pump unit will need to be mounted within 20” of the ECU. We reccommend that it be mounted in a horizontal position, preferably fl oor mounted to a solid surface. Do not install the pump vertically with the pump head down. (Air will be trapped in pump head) Do not lengthen or splice the #5 wire or the orange and black power wires.
  • Page 16 Return or Compensating line: See Fig. 2. or Fig. 3. You will need to add the section of hose from the Return or compensating hose line on the back of your helm to the Return connection on the hydraulic pump motor. he manifold allows for different hose configurations to allow more room to access the fittings.
  • Page 17 The Compass Ball connects to #4 on the ECU. The Compass needs to be mounted in the front 1/2 of the boat. The Compass ball contains a fluxgate compass which is sensitive to magnetic disturbances, be aware of what is around it before mounting it permanently.
  • Page 18 Fig.17 Compass Ball Installation of Compass Ball Step Three: Adjusting Compass Ball Readjust the ball if necessary and fi x it in position by tightening the thumbscrew. See Fig.16. Make sure the that the wires from the Compass Ball are pointing straight down, out the bottom;...
  • Page 19 Installation Of Electronic Control Unit (ECU) lectronic Control Unit (ECU): The ECU will need to be mounted within 20” of the pump unit. (Wire length only allows for 20” and cannot be lengthened) Most all components in the system connect to this unit, so considerations will need to be made due to cable access and lengths.

  • Page 20: Nmea 0183 Connections

    The Autopilot does not need to connect to a GPS for the autopilot to work, but if you want to use waypoint steering you must connect to a GPS and set North see page 32. The Autopilot will accept NMEA input from two GPS units and transmit NMEA to one receiving device.

  • Page 21: Non-Compliant Nmea 0183 Devices

    Non-Compliant NMEA 0183 Devices The TR-1 Autopilot is designed in conformance with the NMEA 0183 standard. The TR-1 will communicate reliably and safely when connected to other devices that meet this standard with the normal wire connections. Some manufacturers imply that they conform to the standard when in fact they do not.
  • Page 22 Installation Of Shadow Drive Valve (Single Helm Station) Shadow Drive Valve/Sensor: The Shadow Drive is an electronic bi-directional valve. Install it as shown in the system layout.Install it horizontally, as level as possible, and mount the valve lower than the helm. Avoid any loops in the hydraulic lines, air may get trapped and cause the autopilot not to work properly.
  • Page 23 Installation Of Shadow Drive Valve (Dual Helm Station) Shadow Drive Valve/Sensor: The Shadow Drive is an electronic bi-directional valve. Install it as shown in the system layout. Install it horizontally, as level as possible. In a dual helm, the shadow drive valve must be located behind and closest to the lower helm, and closer to the helm than the pump.
  • Page 24 Installation Of Warning Horn The warning horn is an audible alarm, and needs to be mounted near the helm station. It can be mounted under the dash out of the way. Example Compass Ball Warning Black( - ) Blue (- ) Horn Orange ( + ) Red ( + )
  • Page 25 Installation of Deckmount On/Off Switch If you choose to mount the On/Off Switch in an area that may be subject to salt water spray or wash down, please install the switch using the waterproof bezel provided. Installation of On/Off Switch Using Waterproof Bezel Deckmount On/Off Switch: The Deckmount switch connects to #1 on the ECU.

  • Page 26: Flush Mount

    The handheld connects to # 3 at the ECU. The handheld comes with a standard 18’ cable. It can be extended in length by using extensions. These are available in three lengths; 10 ft, 20 or 30 ft. Corded Mount: Different options are available.

  • Page 27: Tachometry Connections

    Tach Sensor Cables: The tachometry connection is a very intricate part of the Gladiator and must always be connected. In most cases this can be simply done behind the dashboard at the tachometer display or just before the display. You must always refer to the engine’s owner’s manual or shop manual to locate the color codes and location of tachometry wiring.
  • Page 28 Honda + Gray (positive) - Black (negative) On most Hondas the pulses per revolution to 2. For the 6 cyl VTEK it must be set to 1 (Use Setup Code 267) Mercury (not applicable to Verados) + Gray (positive) - Black (negative) On Optimax motors: if your reading is incorrect and fluctuates up and down you must change the tach output to analog by taking the cowling off the motor, finding the 3 gray wires under the alternator (2 will be connected together), unplug those two and moving the plug from one wire to the open connector on the 3rd wire.

  • Page 29: Battery Connections

    Do not cut out or eliminate the fuse portion on your battery cable, it is there to protect your system and will void your warranty if it is removed. The Battery cable is 8’ long. If you need to lengthen the battery cable, do so by following the table below for the proper gauge wire.
  • Page 30 Section II Dockside Setup and Sea Trial Setup of Autopilot our autopilot needs to be setup and tuned to your boat dynamics and motor configuration. It is important to get the autopilot operating the best in can. The Dockside Setup and the Sea Trial Setup are steps that must be followed to achieve the best performance from the TR-1 Gladiator Autopilot.

  • Page 31: Compass Calibration

    Sea Trial Setup: Steps 10-15 will need to be performed on open water, free of obstacles. Calibrate your compass. The autopilot compass is made with a fl uxgate. Like all compass installations, fl uxgate installations are susceptible to local magnetic disturbances that will cause erroneous heading outputs. The autopilot computer can detect and correct deviations caused by magnets and iron materials around the fl uxgate- if the earths’...

  • Page 32: Autotune

    Autotune. The autopilot’s autotune function can really simplify the problem of adjusting the feedback gains. The autotuner will adjust the gains well enough that you may not need to do any additional adjustments at all. You can adjust the autotune results after autotuning if needed.

  • Page 33: Set North

    14. Set North. This needs to be done if any GPS or radar overlay functions are going to be used. To run a GPS course requires that the autopilot compass is in agreement with the GPS’s magnetic map. You need to set North with the pilot in standby mode.

  • Page 34: Fine Tuning

    15. Fine Tuning. (Optional) If autotune did a pretty good job but you feel that the dead idle response of the pilot is a bit “twitchy”, try to eliminate the twitch by increasing the Low RPM Limit [Code 357] to a few hundred RPM more than your dead idle RPM. If you want to hold heading more aggressively at high speeds, try decreasing the High RPM Limit [Code 359] to a few hundred RPM less than your engine RPM at high speed.

  • Page 35: Section Iii Trouble Shooting Guide

    Autopilot does not hold heading. 1. Did you calibrate the compass? a. Calibration must be done for the autopilot to work correctly. See pages 30 2. Has some kind of magnetic interference been introduced within 24” of the Compass? 3. Is Compass Ball and Bracket firmly mounted? 4.

  • Page 36: Section Iv: How To Change Parameters Of Setup Codes

    Section IV: How to Change Parameters of Setup Codes Using the Table of Setup Codes on the following pages as a guide, follow the instructions below on how to change any of the factory defaults. Remember-All changes must be downloaded and saved into permanent memory for the changes to take effect the next time the system is turned on.

  • Page 37: Table Of Setup Codes

    Table of Setup Codes and Values of the Parameters Description Step Turns (Degrees per Step Circle Time Zig-Zag Amplitude (Degree of Turn) Zig-Zag Period (Length) MOB Overshoot Clover Leaf Length Search Spacing Description Navigation Gain Navigation Trim Gain Code 15 & 16: Most GPS systems only send cross track error across the NMEA 0183 data bus with .01 mile (60 feet) resolution.
  • Page 38 Table of Setup Codes and Parameters Description Acceleration Limiter Code 5: This parameter limits the aggressiveness of the autopilot controlled turns. Turn it up to allow higher rate turns and down to limit the turn rate. Seastate Filtering Code 1: Seastate adjustments, toward least responsive, slow the heading response down and reduce rudder activity.

  • Page 39: Table Of Setup Codes

    Table of Setup Codes and Parameters Description RPM Source Configuration Code 259: For single engine installations, set this code to 2 (1 blink) (and hook the blue and black wires up to your engine tach leads). Pulses per Revolution Code 267: The number of tach pulses per engine revolution is an engine specific parameter.

  • Page 40: Gps Connection Guide

    Manufacturer Furuno 1850-D/F/DF Furuno 1700/1700C/ 1710C Furuno 1944 C/NT Furuno 18x3 19x3 GD 1900 Garmin GPS Map 76 GPS 176 Garmin GPS Map 162 Garmin GPS 178C GPS Map 182 GPS Map 182C GPS Map 232 Garmin GPS Map 2006...
  • Page 41 Model Manufacturer Garmin GPS Map 238 GPS Map 188 Garmin E-Trex Garmin 3010 3210 Garmin 4208 4212 5208 5212 Hummingbird NS25 Hummingbird 981, 987, 987C Lowrance Global Map 1600 LMS 160 LMS 350A Lowrance Global Map 2000 Lowrance LMS 240...
  • Page 42 Model Manufacturer Lowrance LMS 332/337 Lowrance LMS 320 LMS 325 Lowrance LCX 104C Lowrance Global Map 5000LCX 15, MtLCX 16, LCX 18 CILCX 19-C LMS 330C/335 Magellan Meridian NorthStar NorthStar 6000i RayMarine SL70RC Plus RayMarine Raychart 425 From GPS To Autopilot NMEA In #1 Yellow ( + ) Yellow ( + )
  • Page 43 RayMarine C Series E Series Model Manufacturer RayMarine L1260DRC Simrad GN 33 Simrad CP40, All CA Models, CR 40/42/50/52 CE 32 Yellow ( + ) Yellow ( + ) Brown ( - ) White ( - ) From GPS To Autopilot NMEA In #1 Blue ( + ) Yellow ( + )
  • Page 44 Installation of Wireless Remote Two Button This chapter will provide detailed information to accurately and successfully install the TR-1 Gladiator Wireless Remote Unit. Optional Accessory Five Button Parts List Introduction Remote Functions Installation Installation Considerations Installation Installation Diagram Security Codes Replacement Keypad Changing Batteries...
  • Page 45 Parts List Wireless Two Button Item Description Wireless keypad transmitter Neck Lanyard Antenna Antenna Base #4-40 x 3/8 Php Screw Receiver/cable assembly #4-40 x 1 Oval head Screw #4 x 1 Php Sheet Metal Screw #4-40 x 1 Php Screw #4 x 1 Oval Head Sheet Metal Screw #4-40 Nut Part #...
  • Page 46 Parts List Wireless Five Button Item Description Wireless keypad transmitter Neck Lanyard Antenna Antenna Base #4-40 x 3/8 Php Screw Receiver/cable assembly #4-40 x 1 Oval head Screw #4 x 1 Php Sheet Metal Screw #4-40 x 1 Php Screw #4 x 1 Oval Head Sheet Metal Screw #4-40 Nut Part #...

  • Page 47: Introduction

    Introduction Thank You Thank You for the purchase of your TR-1 Gladiator wireless remote. TR-1 wireless remote has been designed to give fishermen that competitive edge in fishing and unparalleled precision and control of their boat. TR-1 Autopilots is dedicated to create the finest controls and guidance systems for the best in boating and fishing.

  • Page 48: Remote Functions, Two Button

    Wireless Remote Functions, Two Button Thank you for purchasing this accessory for your TR-1 Autopilot. Please read and understand this manual before installing and operating this system. The TR-1 wireless remote control is an add on system that provides the two most often used functions of the standard TR-1 wired remote in a compact wireless form.

  • Page 49: Remote Functions, Five Button

    Wireless Remote Functions, Five Button The Five Button wireless remote control is an add on system that provides the fi ve most often used functions of the standard TR-1 Wired Remote in a compact wireless form. Note: The wireless remote does not replace your existing handheld. You will need your wired handheld to tune your autopilot or use the other special functions of the autopilot.

  • Page 50: Installation

    When installing the wireless remote system: 1) Mount the receiver box and antenna away from sources of electronic interference such as the autopilot hydraulic pump and the engines ignition systems. 1. Mount the receiver box. Use the screws provided, or use wire ties. 2.

  • Page 51: Security Codes

    Each keypad transmitter transmits its own unique identification code when a button is pressed. The receiver computer must be programmed to recognize your transmitter. Program the receiver/transmitter pair by: 1) Turn the TR-1 Autopilot on. 2) Watch the LED on the receiver box, when it starts blinking-press any button on the wireless keypad until the LED stops blinking.

  • Page 52: Limited Warranty

    Phone: 1-866-559-0229 e-mail: autopilot.support@garmin.com After you receive the RMA number, securely package the unit and ship it (insured) to the following address: Garmin International, Inc. 1200 E. 151 Street RMA number (insert your RMA number here) Dock Door #1 Olathe, KS 66062...
  • Page 53 906-2520-00 Version H 110107...

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