Introduction; Welcome; Optimus 360 System Overview - Seastar Solutions Optimus 360 Operating Instructions & User Manual

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2.0 INtroDuctIoN

2.1 Welcome

Welcome to the world of electronic joystick control. Please take a few
minutes to familiarize yourself with the System Overview and the First
Time Operation sections. An understanding of the system will assure
your safety and help you get the most enjoyment from your Optimus 360
joystick control system.

2.2 Optimus 360 System Overview

An Optimus 360 system consists of:
a) An Electronic Power Steering (EPS) system to provide effortless
conventional steering.
b) An Electronic Shift and Throttle (EST) control system to provide ease
of shift and throttle operation and various convenience features.
c) An Electronic Joystick control system that can combine the EPS
and the EST systems to provide complete boat control using a
single intuitive interface.
d) An LCD display to provide system status, faults, and instructions.
The EPS system consists of an electronic helm located behind the
steering wheel which is electrically connected to a Pump Control
Module (PCM). The PCM converts the steering wheel action to electrical
signals that operate hydraulic pumps. These pumps move the smart
steering cylinders (SmartCylinders) at each engine.
The SmartCylinders are equipped with position sensors that feed engine
position back to the PCM. Service valves are installed between the
hydraulic pumps and the SmartCylinders to allow for manual positioning
of the engines should a fault occur, or for use by the technician
during servicing.
The EST system has a control head at each helm station to control
the gear selection and operate the throttle. The control head sends
electronic signals to actuators that move the shift and throttle control
cables connected to the engine's control levers.
The Joystick Control system consists of a Joystick which interfaces
with the shift, throttle, and steering equipment to control the overall
motion of the boat with one easy-to-use device.
A CANtrak display shows system operation and fault warnings. The
CANtrak display also permits system sensitivity and configuration
adjustments.
The Optimus 360 system is designed and tested to exceed ABYC
safety standards, and includes many advancements to make the
system as failsafe as possible. These include redundant sensors,
fault-tolerant communications, self-monitoring, and fault communications
to notify and advise the operator in case of fault.
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