*988-10674-001* simrad-yachting.com Addendum for AP70/AP80 sw release 1.2 This addendum documents new features that are included in AP70/AP80 software update 1.2, including new features for the AP70/80 and for the FU80 Remote control. The addendum also includes additions and updates to the existing AP70/AP80 Installation manual (part no 988-10197-002). These updated are included in the new release of the AP70/80 Installation manual (part no 988-10197-003).
New AP70/80 features Track steering With AP70/80 software release 1.2 the AP80 system and a Simrad CS68 ECDIS forms a fully type approved Track steering system according to IEC62065 ed.1. The routes are planned on and commanded by an ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display Information System). When the system is installed and configured as described in this section, you can start a route on the ECDIS and make the AP80 automatically keep the vessel on this route.
Unlocking the Track steering feature 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. A unlock key must be obtained from Navico to unlock the Track steering feature. Contact a Simrad Sales office for further information.
System configuration Configuring the ECDIS The ECDIS system must be set up with source type set to Autopilot, and the system must be set up to listen for TNT messages. Configure the ECDIS system to use the same primary sources as used by the AP80 system (Log, HDG, SOG, COG and POS). Refer to the software/system configuration in the ECDIS manuals. Configuring the AP80 The SI80 board uses the serial RS422 (IEC 61162 -1/2) standard.
Start Track steering Before the AP80 can be used for track steering, the system must be setup and configured according to the separate AP70/80 Installation manual. The wiring to the ECDIS system must be according to previous section, and both the ECDIS system and the AP80 system must be configured as previously described. 1.
Select Backup Navigator Alarm for Handshake 1 or 2, depending on physical connection of external switch. Track offset The track offset options allows for steering parallel to the track in NAV mode. You activate the track offset option by pressing and holding the rotary knob on the AP70/80. The display will change to show current distance from track (XTD) and set offset (OFF). Turn the rotary knob to adjust the offset distance. The red line shows the offset in relation to the track.
Initiating S-turns 1. Press the TURN key to display turn options 2. Select the S-turns icon 3. Select the port or starboard turn direction in the turn dialog Stopping S-turns You can at any time during a turn press the STBD key to return to Standby mode and manual steering. Toe angle This option sets the allowed angle deviation between the rudders. The feature will enhance rudder efficiency at small rudder commands around center position, and it will reduce vibration and/or propeller/water jet noise.
¼¼ Notes: -- The toe angle is a work profile setting, and must be enabled for current work profile to be available -- The Toe angle is only available if the vessel has 2 rudders. It applies only to rudders located on the side of the ship - it will have no effect on a rudder located in the ship center. -- The Toe angle is effecting all operating modes except Standby and NFU.
Pendulum feature The pendulum feature is intended for pendulum ferries where it is required to turn the heading 180° when the vessel is going «backwards». The feature can be included in AP70/80 systems equipped with SD80 or AD80 boards. It can only be used for NMEA 0183 heading sensors, RC42 and CDI80. The function is activated by using an external switch. When the contact is closed the system will add 180° to the heading received on the NMEA 0183 interface on SI80 and AC70.
New FU80 features Follow-Up dodge This feature provides a single action method of taking manual control of the rudder in any automatic mode. It is considered an alternative to using the lever for course change in AUTO mode. The feature may be used to quickly maneuver away from, or avoid, sudden hazardous situations. When the feature is enabled, the unit will assume command and change to FU (Follow Up) mode if the lever is moved more than halfway to either side.
Update to AP70/80 Installation manual SG05 PRO The SG05 PRO Autopilot Computer provides autopilot control from AP70 and AP80 control units to CAN bus/EVC steering systems. The SG05 PRO receives sensor data (drive/rudder angle and boat speed) from the EVC, does steering calculations and sends drive/rudder commands back to the EVC system which brings drive/rudder to commanded angle.
Drive setup There is no drive configuration when using SG05 PRO. No Rudder- or Feedback calibration is required. Operation You may at any time, irrespective of the autopilot mode, take manual control of the steering by means of the helm. The autopilot will then go to Standby mode and display Override to indicate the steering is from the helm. Autosteering can be regained by pressing the AUTO or the WORK key. 12 | AP70/AP80 | Addendum for sw release 1.
Corrections to AP70/80 Installation manual Some errors and omissions in the AP70/80 Installation manual will be updated in the next release of the manual. The following sections includes new information and updated drawings. AP80, advanced system example Page 8. Illustration updated to only show componenets that can be part of a Wheelmark approved system. Heading changed from “AP80, advanced system example” to “AP80, Wheelmark approved system example”.
Externally powered solenoids Page 27. Common positive/negative were mixed in the illustrations. Externally powered solenoids, common negative Connects to: SD80 board (in SD80, AC80S or AC85 Computer). SOLENOID VALVE SOL2 + POWER SOL1 SD80 BOARD SOL1LO SOL1HI SOL2LO SOL2HI SOL2LO SOL1LO SOL1HI / SOL2HI SOLENOIDS FUSE 10A SD80 , AC80S or AC85 Computer Externally powered solenoids, common positive Connects to: SD80 board (in SD80, AC80S or AC85 Computer).
Rudder Feedback Page 30. RF300, RF45X Wire color code is added to illustration. Connects to: AC70 board (in AC70 or AC85 Computer), SD80 board (in SD80, AC80S or AC85 Computer) or AD80 board (in AD80, AC80S or AC85 Computer). RF300 = White and Brown wires RF45X = Red and Blue wires ¼¼ Note: Polarity independent.
External feedback pot.meter input Page 31. Added missing potentiometer value and dip switch setting. Connects to: SD80 board (in SD80, AC80S or AC85 Computer) or AD80 board (in AD80, AC80S or AC85 Computer). AD80/SD80 BOARD U_IN RANGE EXTERNAL FEEDBACK POT.METER INPUT (1-10 K) +20V +10V +5V RUD_FRQ AD80/SD80, AC80S or AC85 Computer FRQ + FRQ RET RUD_UI U_IN FRQ + COM RET COM I_IN U_IN External Take command Page 32. Wrong wiring (left side of switch wired to red wire instead of black).
AP70 and AP80 Connector pinouts Page 71. Wrong pin-out of Micro-C connector (New drawing also refer to cable connector instead of chassis connector). CAN/NMEA 2000 Micro-C cable connector (female) Layout 4 1 3 2 2 3 1 4 Pin Wire Color Function 1 (Bare) Shield 2 Red NET S (+12 V) 3 Black NET C (-) 4 1White8 5 Blue NET H NET L Supported data Page 72. IEC61162-1/2 interfaces channels New table.
Sentences Table updated.
