Raymarine SmartPilot X5 Sport Operating Manual
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- Page 1 SmartPilot X5 Sport Operating Guide Document reference: 81293-3 Date: August 2009 www.raymarine.com...
- Page 2 Autohelm, HSB, RayTech Navigator, Sail Pilot, SeaTalk and Sportpilot are UK registered trademarks of Raymarine UK Limited. Path- finder and Raymarine are UK registered trademarks of Raymarine Holdings Limited. 45STV, 60STV, AST, Autoadapt, Auto GST, AutoSeastate, AutoTrim, Bidata, G Series, HDFI, LifeTag, Marine Intelligence, Maxiview, On Board, Raychart, Raynav, Raypilot, RayTalk, Raystar, ST40, ST60+, Seaclutter, Smart Route, Tridata, UniControl, Hybridtouch, and Waypoint Navigation are trademarks of Rayma- rine UK Limited.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Important Information ....................iii Safety notices ......................iii EMC Conformance ....................iii Pressure washing ....................iv Product documents ....................iv Product disposal ......................iv Waste Electrical and Electronic (WEEE) Directive ........iv Warranty ........................v Chapter 1:Basic Operation ..................1 1.1 Introduction ....................1 Extended systems .................. - Page 4 SmartPilot X-5 Sport installation & Setup Guide Large cross track error................16 Tidal stream compensation............... 16 Waypoint arrival .................... 17 To steer to the next waypoint in the route..........17 To skip a waypoint (SeaTalk chartplotters only) ........17 Waypoint arrival circle................18 Route completion..................
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Page 5: Important Information
(in the SPX-5 Sport Installation & Setup Guide) must be completed before this product is used. Your Raymarine SPX-5 Sport system will add a new dimension to your boating enjoyment. However, it is the skipper’s responsibility to ensure the safety of the boat at all times by following these basic rules: •... -
Page 6: Pressure Washing
SmartPilot X-5 Sport Operating Guide Pressure washing Subjecting any Raymarine product to high pressure washing may cause subsequent water intrusion and failure of the product. Raymarine will not warranty product subjected to high pressure washing. Product documents This document is part of a series of books associated with the SmartPilot X-5 series. -
Page 7: Warranty
Important Information Warranty To register your new Raymarine product, please take a few minutes to fill out the warranty card. It is important that you complete the owner information and return the card to us to receive full warranty benefits. You can also register online at... - Page 8 SmartPilot X-5 Sport Operating Guide...
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Page 9: Chapter 1:Basic Operation
• AutoLearn, Raymarine’s self-learning calibration system. Extended systems You can connect the Pilot Controller to other Raymarine SeaTalk equipment so it can send and receive SeaTalk data. The Pilot Controller uses: • Waypoint information from a SeaTalk navigation instrument to provide track control. -
Page 10: Using The Control Unit
SmartPilot X-5 Sport Operating Guide For further information on other connections to your system refer to the SmartPilot X-5 Sport Installation & Setup Guide. 1.2 Using the control unit Switching on and off disp button to When power is applied to the Pilot Controller, you can use the switch it off and on as follows: •... -
Page 11: Displayed Information
Chapter 1: Basic Operation Displayed information The Pilot Controller display screen provides the following information: Port and Starboard Variable text region (up to 9 characters/digits) direction-to-steer indicators TRUE Heading indicators Rudder position indicator. Displayed only if Distance units: the optional rudder reference transducer is •... -
Page 12: Using The Spx-5 Sport System To Steer Your Boat
SmartPilot X-5 Sport Operating Guide 1.3 Using the SPX-5 Sport system to steer your boat WARNING: Maintain a permanent watch Automatic course control makes it easier to steer a boat, but it is NOT a substitute for good seamanship. ALWAYS maintain a permanent watch by the helm. -
Page 13: Using The Autopilot To Steer To A Heading
Chapter 1: Basic Operation In Standby mode: • You have manual control of the boat. • The display shows STANDBY and the boat’s current compass heading. Using the autopilot to steer to a heading Before engaging the autopilot, ensure you can steer the boat satisfactorily by hand, then steady the boat on the required heading. -
Page 14: Steering Away
SmartPilot X-5 Sport Operating Guide Use -1, -10, +1 and +10 to change the locked heading. • Obstacle Original course Dodge D10692-1 Steering away The preferred method for steering away from obstacles is: 1. Press standby, to return to Standby mode. 2. -
Page 15: Adjusting Pilot Performance
Chapter 1: Basic Operation Note: The default off course angle is set at 20º. You can adjust this angle in Dealer Calibration (see SmartPilot X-5 Sport Installation & Commissioning Guide). 1.4 Adjusting pilot performance The principal method of adjusting the performance of an SPX-5 Sport system is by changing the response level. -
Page 16: Display Lighting & Contrast
SmartPilot X-5 Sport Operating Guide To make temporary adjustments to the response level as required: 1. Press and release -1 and +1 simultaneously, to display the RESPONSE screen. RESPONSE Note: screen is set as a default data page (see SmartPilot X-5 Sport Installa- disp tion &... -
Page 17: Data
Chapter 1: Basic Operation 4. The display automatically returns to the previous mode if you do not press a button for 10 seconds. If you press another mode button within 10 seconds you will select the associated mode. For example: auto selects Auto mode, standby selects Standby mode. 1.6 Data pages A series of data pages on the Pilot Controller enables you to quickly monitor various information from your SPX-5 Sport system. -
Page 18: Alarms
SmartPilot X-5 Sport Operating Guide • Waypoint names of more than five characters alternate with the page name (as shown by screen B below). • If a waypoint name has more than nine characters, the display only shows the first nine characters. -
Page 19: Response Setup
Chapter 1: Basic Operation Message Description and possible actions Responding to a Waypoint Advance alarm NEXT WPT To respond to a Waypoint Advance alarm: (continued) check that it is safe to turn onto the new track, then press track to accept •... -
Page 20: Accessing Response Setup
SmartPilot X-5 Sport Operating Guide Accessing response setup You can access the User calibration mode only from Standby mode, so to set the response level: 1. Ensure the SPX-5 Sport system is in Standby mode, then hold down standby for 2 seconds. -
Page 21: Chapter 2:Using Track Mode
Chapter 2: Using Track mode 2.1 Overview Your SPX-5 Sport system provides a Track mode, to enable you to automatically follow a route (or track), set on your chartplotter or GPS. A track is a predefined path through a series of waypoints with each “track leg” being a straight line between 2 consecutive waypoints. -
Page 22: Procedures
SmartPilot X-5 Sport Operating Guide 2.2 Procedures Entering track mode Starting with the SPX-5 Sport system in Auto mode and your chartplotter or GPS set to follow a route, enter track mode as follows: 1. Press track to enter Track mode. 2. -
Page 23: Track Keeping & Cross Track Error
Chapter 2: Using Track mode 3. Press auto to re-engage Auto mode. If you do not have time to engage Standby mode (e.g. in an emergency), manually turn the steering wheel to steer away from the obstacle, whist still in Track mode. When you have passed the obstacle, press standby then auto, to re-engage Auto on the previous locked heading. -
Page 24: Large Cross Track Error
This is to avoid potential collision with charted objects that may be near the defined path The Raymarine Track keeping algorithm ensures safe operation by correcting any XTE as quickly as possible, but with a maximum convergence angle of 30º with the Track Leg. -
Page 25: Waypoint Arrival
Chapter 2: Using Track mode Waypoint arrival As your vessel nears the waypoint, an audible Waypoint Advance warning sounds and a next waypoint (NEXT WPT) screen is displayed. This shows the bearing to the next waypoint. Waypoint arrival and advance Next target New target Waypoint at 270˚... -
Page 26: Waypoint Arrival Circle
SmartPilot X-5 Sport Operating Guide Waypoint arrival circle As the next Waypoint warning occurs within a circle around the actual waypoint, the next waypoint will probably be accepted some distance from the planned track leg. This can result in a cross track error and associated course correction. Refer to Track keeping &... -
Page 27: Chapter 3:Troubleshooting & Maintenance
This chapter provides information to enable you to identify problems, interpret alarm messages, maintain your SPX-5 Sport system and obtain product support. Raymarine products are designed to provide many years of trouble-free operation. They are also put through comprehensive testing and quality assurance procedures before shipping. -
Page 28: Spx-5 Sport System Alarm Messages
SmartPilot X-5 Sport Operating Guide Symptom Possible cause and remedy Navigation information not Navigator not transmitting the correct data. Ensure sys- received tem cables are securely connected. The SPX-5 Sport system will not No bearing to waypoint information received from the auto advance to the next way- navigator. -
Page 29: Maintenance
Computer fuses, and these are available from your Raymarine dealer: • Fuse F1 - 15 A (power in fuse). Part number 15454. • Fuse F2 - 2 A (SeaTalk fuse). Part number 15455. If any other parts require servicing or replacement, please contact your Raymarine authorized service agent. -
Page 30: Emc Servicing And Maintenance
Raymarine equipment, follow the guidelines given in the installation instructions. Suppression ferrites Raymarine cables may be fitted with suppression ferrites. These are important for correct EMC performance. Any ferrite removed for maintenance purposes must be replaced in the original position once the maintenance is complete. - Page 31 Chapter 3: Troubleshooting & Maintenance Service interval: Inspect and service in line with your steering system manufacturer recommendations. In any event a Raymarine approved service must be carried out every 2 years or 200 engine hours, whichever occurs soonest.
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Page 32: Product Support
Please visit the Customer Support area of our web site at: www.raymarine.com As well as providing a comprehensive Frequently Asked Questions section and servicing information, the web site gives e-mail access to the Raymarine Technical Support Department and a details of the locations of Raymarine agents, worldwide. Telephone help line If you do not have access to the world wide web, please call our help line. - Page 33 Chapter 3: Troubleshooting & Maintenance Help us to help you When requesting service, please quote the following product information: • Equipment type. • Model number. • Serial number. • Software issue number. To see the software version: 1. Hold down standby for 4 seconds: After 2 seconds you will see the DISPLAY CAL screen ii.
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Page 35: Glossary
Use the EMC guidelines in this book, to ensure optimum Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) between equipment and minimize any unwanted interactions. Fluxgate Standard Raymarine compass supplied as part of the SPX-5 Sport system. Global Positioning System. Man overboard. Nautical mile. - Page 36 SmartPilot X-5 Sport Operating Guide...
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Page 37: Index
Index Alarms EMC information CURRENT LIMIT Emergency release pin DRIVE STOPPED Engaging autopilot LARGE XTE LOW BATT LRN FAIL Fuse replacement MOT POW SWAPPED Glossary NEXT WPT GyroPlus fail alarm NO DATA NO PILOT NO RUDREF Help lines NO SPD OFFCOURSE Illumination RG FAIL... - Page 38 SmartPilot X-5 Sport Operating Guide Product support Response level Route completed Safety notices SeaTalk fail 1 or 2 alarm fail alarm Service Setup Response level Shallow Alarm Standby mode Switching on/off Technical support Tidal stream compensation Track mode avoiding obstacles cross track error entering leaving...