Flir BelgiumBA SMART Smart Controller and Autopilot radio interface User Manual 81243 1
Raymarine UK Ltd. Smart Controller and Autopilot radio interface 81243 1
Operations Manual
Raymarine
SmartController
User Guide
Welcome to the SmartController
Handbooks can be such daunting things, can’t they?
Please don’t worry, we have made this guide as simple as
possible.
Your guide contains an explanation on how to use your
SmartController, so finding your way around will become
second nature.
If all you want to do is power up and get going, that’s fine.
But if you want to know more about what your
SmartController will do for you, you’ll find it here.
Document Number: 81243-1
Date: December 2004
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Contents
SmartController
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Getting Started
How do I power the unit on/off? ........................................... 7
Keylock ................................................................................. 7
Using your SmartController
How do I view instrument data? ........................................... 9
How do I see all the available data? .................................... 10
How do I use the autopilot? ................................................ 11
How do I automatically steer straight? ............................... 12
How do I follow a route from my GPS? ............................... 13
How do I follow a circle pattern? ........................................ 14
How do I follow a zig-zag pattern? ..................................... 15
How do I follow a cloverleaf pattern? ................................. 16
How do I steer to a fixed wind angle? ................................. 17
How do I tack using the autopilot? .................................... 18
How do I dodge an obstacle? .............................................. 19
Setting up your SmartController
How do I change a favourite page? .................................... 21
How do I change the page layout? ...................................... 22
How do I change page content? 23
How do I show or hide pages? ............................................ 24
How do I change the pattern direction? .............................. 25
How do I change my boat type? ......................................... 26
Alarms and Troubleshooting
How do I set up alarms? ..................................................... 29
SmartController Alarm messages ....................................... 31
Fault finding ....................................................................... 33
General maintenance ......................................................... 34
Product Support .................................................................. 37
Important Safety Information
Intended Use ...................................................................... 42
Declaration of Conformity .................................................. 42
EMC Guidelines .................................................................. 42
Handbook Information ....................................................... 43
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Getting
started . . .
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Battery power and signal strength
The battery power (5 levels) are
indicated on the left hand side of the
display. Your SmartController will
sound an alarm when battery power
is running low.
Wireless signal strength is shown
similarly on the right hand side of the
display.
Charging the SmartController
Before using the SmartController for the first time,
you will need to charge the unit.
To charge the SmartController, simply place it into
the cradle, pull open the rubber cover on the base
and connect the charging cable.
CAUTION:
Do not use any other cable to charge the
unit.
The battery power indicator will flash during
charging. The recommended charge time is
approximately five hours. Once fully charged the
battery indicator will stop flashing.
The SmartController can also be charged whenever
you wish without affecting performance.
Battery
power
Wireless
signal
strength
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Your SmartController
PILOT Use to activate the autopilot.
C (POWER) Exit, cancel or back
When off, press to power on the
SmartController
ACTION Performs softkey function
UP/DOWN Scroll through a list or a
set of values
NAVIGATE STARBOARD
Use in PILOT mode to power steer your
boat. Press and hold for Smart Steer
STANDBY Use to return to manual
control of your boat when in PILOT
mode.
Press and hold to access Pilot Setup
MODE Press to select required pilot
mode.
SmartController display with power
and battery strength indicators
NAVIGATE PORT Use in PILOT mode
to power steer your boat. Press and
hold for Smart Steer
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How do I power the unit on/off?
Power on
Press and hold the C button. The handset will beep, the display will show
the first instrument data page and you’re ready to go.
Power off
Press and hold the C button for 3 seconds. The display will countdown to
zero and will then go blank.
Note: You cannot power off the handset when the autopilot is in control of
your boat.
Keylock
When using your SmartController, you can temporarily lock the autopilot
keys to ensure that it is not accidentally operated. Access to the instrument
pages is unaffected by the keylock.
How do I activate the keylock?
Press and hold the mode button until you see the “KEYLOCK ACTIVE”
message. A key symbol will also be displayed on the instrument data pages.
Note: You cannot activate keylock when the autopilot is in control of your
boat.
How do I turn off the keylock?
Press mode followed by unlock. A “KEYLOCK OFF” message will be
displayed.
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Using your
SmartController
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How do I view instrument data?
Your SmartController can display up to 8 pages of boat information.
Each page can be set to show 1,2 or 4 data items, or, to view
information graphically. When the autopilot is enabled, an extra "P"
page is added to the favourites, showing autopilot specific information.
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From the main instrument display:
1. Press the up/down key to
move to the previous or next
page.
2. The number of the page
currently being displayed will
be shown in the upper left
hand corner.
3. Press the MENU softkey to
access SmartController settings
Example Screens
view previous page
view next page
MENU
DEPTH
4.7FT
SPEED
11KTS
MENU
XTE 0.35NM
BTW
002º
DTW
2.5NM
2 Data items Graphcal data
1 4
If you only ever use a few favourite pages, use
the PAGE ON/OFF feature to turn off the rest.
Quick Tip
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How do I see all the available data?
You can display all the available SeaTalk data in a list for reference.
This is particularly useful when checking the availability of data, or
when wishing to see an infrequently used reading.
SELECT
SHOW ALL DATA
Scroll through data list
MENU
ALL DATA
DEPTH 4.7 FT
SPEED 11 KTS
SOG 9.7 KTS
VMG W --- KTS
BACK
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When planning your favourite pages, use SHOW
ALL DATA to see what data will be shown
Quick Tip
From the main instrument display:
1. Press the MENU softkey to
display the main menu.
2. Using the up/down key, scroll
to"SHOW ALL DATA" and press
the SELECT softkey.
3. All of the available SeaTalk data
will be displayed with its
present value. Use the up/down
key to scroll through the data.
Where the is no data present,
"- - -" will be displayed.
Example Screen
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How do I use the autopilot?
You can change your boat type in the autopilot
setup pages
Quick Tip
Your autopilot can steer your boat according to one of its preset
modes. The modes that are available are dependant on your boat and
autopilot type. Each of these are explained on the following pages.
Available modes
POWER FISHING SAIL
AUTOAUTOAUTO
ZIGZAG*
CIRCLE*
CLOVER*
TRACK
TRACKTRACK
WIND
TACK
*S1000 autopilots only
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How do I automatically steer straight?
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Quick Tip
From any screen:
1. Steer your boat onto the desired
heading.
2. Check that there are no
obstructions.
3. Press the PILOT key to activate
the autopilot.
PILOT
Activates autopilot in
AUTO mode
STANDBY
Returns the boat to
manual steering
To continue on your current heading under autopilot control, use the
AUTO mode. This will steer you in a straight line ahead until
commanded otherwise. AUTO mode can be used in conjunction with
SMARTSTEER (see page 20) to give you remote, power-steering
control of your boat.
AUTO mode is also available for selection via
the MODE button
AUTO
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How do I follow a route from my GPS?
TRACK
activates autopilot
in TRACK mode
press repeatedly until
you reach TRACK
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Press when asked to
accept new heading.
MODE
PILOT
PILOT
Press when asked to
accept new heading.
On arrival at each waypoint
Your autopilot can follow a route that you have previously set on your
GPS or Chartplotter. Ensure that your GPS/Chartplotter is sending valid
SeaTalk or NMEA 0183 data.
From any screen:
1. Press MODE repeatedly until
TRACK is displayed.
2. Press PILOT to activate TRACK
mode.
3. If a valid route is received, the
SmartController will tell you the
direction in which it will turn
the boat and the new heading
it will steer to. Press PILOT to
accept.
Note: At each waypoint,
confirmation of turn will be
required. Press PILOT to accept.
PILOT
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How do I follow a circle pattern?
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Quick Tip
CIRCLE
When you select CIRCLE mode, your current position is marked as the
center of the circle pattern. Your autopilot will now gently steer your
boat into the circle of the selected size.
From any screen:
1. Press MODE repeatedly until
CIRCLE is displayed.
2. Use the PORT and
STARBOARD keys to change
the size (S, M or L) if required
3. Press the PILOT key to activate
the autopilot
change pattern size
(Sml, Med or Large)
press repeatedly until
you reach CIRCLE
activates autopilot
in CIRCLE mode
MODE
PILOT
If your circles are gradually becoming larger, increase
the response setting and restart the circle pattern.
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How do I follow a zig-zag pattern?
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Quick Tip
ZIGZAG
From any screen:
1. Press MODE repeatedly until
ZIGZAG is displayed.
2. Use the PORT and
STARBOARD keys to change
the size (S, M or L) if required
3. Press the PILOT key to activate
the autopilot
change pattern size
(Sml, Med or Large)
press repeatedly until
you reach ZIGZAG
activates autopilot
in ZIG ZAG mode
MODE
PILOT
When you enter ZIGZAG mode, the autopilot will use your current
position and heading as the center line of the zig-zag. The autopilot
will now gently steer your boat into the pattern starting with a turn to
starboard.
Fishing patterns are designed to work at speeds
up to 15kts. Check your speed before starting.
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How do I follow a cloverleaf pattern?
Quick Tip
When you enter CLOVERLEAF mode, the autopilot will use your
current position as the center point. The autopilot will then steer your
boat through a series of starboard turns, repeatedly intersecting the
start point.
CLOVERLEAF
change pattern size
(Sml, Med or Large)
press repeatedly until
you reach CLOVERLEAF
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activates autopilot
in CLOVERLEAF mode
MODE
PILOT
From any screen:
1. Press MODE repeatedly until
CLOVERLEAF is displayed.
2. Use the PORT and
STARBOARD keys to change
the size (S, M or L) if required
3. Press the PILOT key to activate
the autopilot
You can change the pattern direction in
PILOT SETUP (See section 3)
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How do I steer to a fixed wind angle?
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WIND
MODE
PILOT
press repeatedly until
you reach WIND
activates autopilot in
WIND mode and shows
current wind angle.
adjusts the desired
wind angle
If your boat is equipped with a wind transducer, you can set the
autopilot to steer at a fixed angle to the wind, WIND mode. You can
adjust this angle to suit your needs.
WIND
From any screen:
1. Press MODE repeatedly until
WIND is displayed.
2. Press PILOT to activate WIND
mode.
3. The current wind angle will be
displayed. Use the PORT and
STARBOARD keys to change
the angle as required.
Quick Tip For best results when heading upwind, sail slightly
freer of the wind than if you were hand steering.
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How do I tack using the autopilot?
When in WIND mode you can use the autopilot to execute a tack
maneuver. The degree of turn is set by the autopilot (Refer to the
handbook supplied with the autopilot for details on changing the tack
angle)
TACK
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MODE
PILOT
WIND
From any screen:
1. Press MODE repeatedly until
TACK is displayed.
2. Use the PORT and
STARBOARD keys to select
the TACK direction.
3. Press PILOT to accept.
press repeatedly until
you reach TACK
press to start the
TACK maneuver
select the desired
tack direction
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How do I dodge an obstacle?
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Quick Tip When used with SMARTSTEER enabled autopilots, the
press-and-hold command will activate SMARTSTEER
Even when the autopilot is activated, you are are still able to override
it. If, for example, you encounter an obstacle, or you just wish to
change direction by a few degrees. This allows you to effectively
power-steer your boat.
With the autopilot activated:
1. A brief press of the PORT or
STARBOARD key will make a
1º course change in that
direction. Use this method for
course changes up to 20º
2. A press and hold of the PORT
or STARBOARD key will
execute a 10º turn in that
direction.
3. The autopilot will resume on
the new heading.
1º
Dodge
With the autopilot activated:
1º course change
10º course change
press
press and hold
returns the boat
to manual steering
or
or
STANDBY
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Setting up
your SmartController
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How do I change a favourite page?
Quick Tip
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SELECT
SELECT
CHANGE PAGES
(Select page to change)
MENU
You can change the appearance, content and layout of up to 8
favourite data pages. Set these up to best suit your boating needs
When viewing a favourite page, Press and hold the
MENU button to change the content for that page
The selected favourite page can now be configured:
From the main instrument display:
1. Press the MENU softkey to
display the main menu.
2. Using the up/down key, scroll
to"CHANGE PAGES" and press
the SELECT softkey.
3. Using the up/down key, scroll to
the page you wish to change
and press the SELECT softkey.
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CONTENT
LAYOUT
PAGE OFF
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How do I change the page layout?
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Quick Tip
The selected favourite page can now be configured:
You can change the layout of each favourite page.
If you only ever use a few favourite pages, use
the PAGE ON/OFF feature to turn off the rest.
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CHANGE
LAYOUT
From the change page screen
selects the next available layout
(see options below)
When desired format selected:
ACCEPT
From the change page screen:
1. Using the up/down key, scroll
to"LAYOUT".
2. Press the CHANGE softkey to
scroll through the layout
options. The icon to the left
reflects the selected option.
3. Press the ACCEPT softkey to
use the selected layout for this
page.
MENU
XTE 0.35NM
BTW
002º
DTW
2.5NM
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CONTENT
LAYOUT
PAGE OFF
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How do I change page content?
Quick Tip
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ACCEPT
CONTENT
You can change the content of each favourite page.
If you only ever use a few favourite pages, use
the PAGE ON/OFF feature to turn off the rest.
From the change page screen:
data element selection
data type selection
When desired data selected:
ACCEPT DATA
DEPTH 4.7FT
SPEED 11KTS
HEADING 227M
AWS 2.3KTS
Example screen:
From the change page screen:
1. Using the up/down key, scroll
to"CONTENT" and press the
CHANGE softkey. The current
data type(s) will be displayed.
2. The selected data element will
be shown with a black
background. Where you have
more than one piece of data
displayed, use the softkey to
select the data element you
wish to change.
3. Use the up/down control to
scroll through the available
data types for your current
selection. When complete, press
the ACCEPT softkey to save
your changes and return to the
change page screen.
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How do I show or hide pages?
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Quick Tip If you only need to show a few items of data then
use a larger display size to make it stand out
Use as many or as few data pages as you like The page on/off option
allows you to only display those data pages you really want to see.
Example screen:
ACCEPT CHANGE
CONTENT
LAYOUT
PAGE OFF
PAGE 1
PAGE ON/OFF
From the change page screen:
CHANGE
Toggles Page On/Off
From the change page screen:
1. Using the up/down key, scroll
to"PAGE ON" or "PAGE OFF"
2. The label displayed indicated
the current status of the
selected page. This will also
be represented graphically in
the icon.
3. Press the CHANGE softkey to
toggle the setting from ON to
OFF and vice-versa.
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How do I change the pattern direction?
Quick Tip
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SELECT
PILOT SETTINGS
PATTERN
MENU
You can change the autopilot pattern direction.
SET
toggles between
clockwise and
anti-clockwise
Example screen:
Turns to starboard (clockwise) is the default
pattern direction.
From the main instrument display:
1. Press the MENU softkey to
display the main menu.
2. Using the up/down key, scroll
to"PILOT SETTINGS" and press
the SELECT softkey.
3. Use the up/down key to scroll
down to the "PATTERN" option
and press SET to switch
between CLOCKWISE and ANTI-
CLOCKWISE patterns. When you
are done, press BACK to return
to the main menu.
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AUTOLEARN START
BOAT TYPE FISHING
PILOT ENABLED
SETTINGS CHANGE
PATTERN CLOCKWISE
BACK
PILOT SETTINGS
SET
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How do I change my boat type?
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Quick Tip If you own a powerboat and still require wind
information, set the boat type to SAIL
Example screen:
SELECT
PILOT SETTINGS
BOAT TYPE
MENU
SET
toggles between
POWER, FISHING, SAIL
Your SmartController can be set to suit the type of vessel to which it is
fitted. This ensures that the user interface will offer you the most
relevant features.
AUTOLEARN START
BOAT TYPE FISHING
PILOT ENABLED
SETTINGS CHANGE
PATTERN CLOCKWISE
BACK
PILOT SETTINGS
SET
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From the main instrument display:
1. Press the MENU softkey to
display the main menu.
2. Using the up/down key, scroll
to"PILOT SETTINGS" and press
the SELECT softkey.
3. Use the up/down key to scroll
down to the "BOAT TYPE"
option and press SET to switch
between POWER, FISHING and
SAIL types. When you are done,
press BACK to return to the
main menu.
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How do I adjust the handset settings?
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Quick Tip To extend battery life, set the backlight to the
lowest acceptable level for your needs
Example screen:
SELECT
USER SETTINGS
(User Setting)
MENU
SET
(to adjust)
Your SmartController can be set to display information appropriate to
your current location, in the format you require. The User Settings
menu allows you to set this up.
HEADING MAG
DATE US
TIME 24 HR
TIME OFFSET -5.0H
BACKLIGHT 10S
CONTRAST 12
BACK
USER SETTINGS
SET
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From the main instrument display:
1. Press the MENU softkey to
display the main menu and
using the up/down key, scroll
to"USER SETTINGS" and press
the SELECT softkey.
2. Use the up/down key to scroll
to the item you wish to change.
Press SET to adjust a user
setting value.
3. When you are done, press
BACK to return to the main
menu.
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Alarms and
Troubleshooting
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How do I set up alarms?
Quick Tip
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SELECT
SELECT
ALARMS
(Select alarm
to configure)
MENU
You can configure which alarms to you want the SmartController to
report.
Wind alarms are only visible when the boat type is
set to SAIL.
From the main instrument display:
1. Press the MENU softkey to
display the main menu.
2. Using the up/down key, scroll
to"ALARMS" and press the
SELECT softkey.
3. Using the up/down key, scroll to
the alarm you wish to change
and press the SELECT softkey.
DEPTH
WP ARRIVAL
LOST FIX
PILOT
HIGH WIND
LOW WIND
BACK
ALARMS
SELECT
LOCAL
SYSTEM
SYSTEM
SYSTEM
OFF
OFF
Example Screen
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How do I set up local and system alarms?
Quick Tip
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adjusts local
alarm threshold
for LOCAL alarms
CHANGE
Where applicable, local alarm threshold values can also be set
independantly of the ships system
Wind alarms are only visible when the boat type is
set to SAIL.
From the main instrument display:
1. Press the CHANGE softkey to
select the type of alarm top be
reported.
2. SYSTEM - alarms with the
ship's system
LOCAL - alarms to a value set
on the handheld
OFF - Alarm not reported
3. For LOCAL alarms, use the
up/down key to adjust the
alarm threshold value.
DEPTH
LOCAL ALARM
9.4 FT
BACK -/+
ALARMS
SELECT
Example Screen
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SmartController Alarm messages
When the SmartController detects a fault or failure on the system, it will
activate one of the alarm messages listed in the following table.
Unless otherwise stated, you should respond to the alarm by pressing
standby to clear the alarm and return to manual control, before you
attempt to resolve the problem.
In some situations, the SmartController will raise more than one alarm.
When you have dealt with the first alarm, it will display the next alarm.
ALARM MESSAGE POSSIBLE CAUSE and SOLUTION
CHECK PILOT See the main autopilot display head for infor-
mation on this alarm.
CURRENT LIMIT Serious drive failure – the drive is taking too
much current due to short-circuit or jamming.
Check the drive unit.
DRIVE STOPPED The autopilot is unable to turn the rudder (this
occurs if the weather load on helm is too high,
or if the rudder position sensor has passed
beyond the preset rudder limits or rudder end-
stops).
Check drive and rudder position sensor.
LARGE XTE This alarm will sound when you are more than
0.3nm from your planned track. The alarm will
also state if you are to the PORT or STARBOARD
of the track,
LRN FAIL 1, 2 or 4 AutoLearn not completed successfully.
Failure codes:
1 = AutoLearn has not been carried out
2 = AutoLearn failed, usually due to manual
interruption
4 = AutoLearn failed, probably due to drive or
compass failure
Repeat the AutoLearn procedure.
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MOT POW SWAPPED Motor cables are connected to power terminals
(and power cables are connected to motor ter-
minals) at course computer. Turn off power and
swap over connections.
NO DATA The autopilot is in Track mode and:
• the autopilot is not receiving SeaTalk naviga-
tion data, or
• your GPS is receiving a low strength signal,
this will clear when the signal improves
Note: The autopilot stops adjusting the heading
as soon as it loses data.
NO GPS COG The autopilot is not receiving valid COG data
from your GPS system. Check the connections
and that your GPS unit is setup to send out COG
data.
NO GPS FIX Your GPS is receiving a low strength signal, this
will clear when the signal improves
NO PILOT The controller is not receiving data from the
autopilot. Check connections and check course
computer is switched on.
OFFCOURSE This alarm sounds if you have been off course
from the locked heading for more than 20 sec-
onds. It also states if you are to the PORT or
STARBOARD of the intended heading.
RG FAIL GyroPlus yaw sensor has failed. Call a Rayma-
rine service agent.
ROUTE COMPLETE This sounds on the completion of a track. Press
PILOT to continue on the same heading or
STANDBY for manual control.
SHIPS BATTERY The ships battery voltage has dropped below
acceptable limits, replace the batteries.
WAYPOINT ADVANCE You have arrived at a waypoint on your route.
The autopilot is now requestiong permission to
turn onto the next leg, press PILOT to accept.
ALARM MESSAGE POSSIBLE CAUSE and SOLUTION
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Fault finding
All Raymarine products are designed to provide many years of trouble-free
operation. We also put them through comprehensive testing and quality
assurance procedures before shipping.
If a fault occurs with your SmartController, use the fault finding tables in this
section to help identify the problem and provide a solution. If you cannot
resolve the problem yourself, refer to the product support information.
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE and SOLUTION
Display is blank No power – press C to power up the SmartCon-
troller or charge the batteries.
Autopilot not responding. Drive the boat for 30 seconds at above 2.5kts
and retry.
Check autopilot connections.
Boat turns slowly and takes a
long time to come onto course
Rudder gain too low. Complete AutoLearn or
increase gain setting.
Boat overshoots when turning
onto a new course
Rudder gain too high. Complete AutoLearn or
decrease gain setting.
Position information not
received
Navigator not transmitting the correct position
data.
The pilot will not auto advance to
the next waypoint.
No bearing to waypoint information received
from the navigator.
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General maintenance
Routine checks
The SmartController does NOT contain any user-serviceable parts. If you
remove the main cover you will invalidate the warranty. It should be
serviced only by authorized Raymarine service technician.
As a result, user maintenance is limited to the following checks
• make sure all cable connectors are firmly attached
• examine for signs of wear or damage – replace any damaged
cables
Cleaning the SmartController
Take care when cleaning the display. Avoid wiping the display screen with a
dry cloth as this could scratch the screen coating. If necessary, only use a
mild detergent.
Never use chemical or abrasive materials to clean the controller. If it is dirty,
wipe it with a clean, damp cloth.
Dealer Maintenance Procedures
This section includes procedures that have a significant impact on autopilot
operation and can affect your boat’s safety. You will not need to follow
these procedures in normal operation. We therefore recommend that these
are only performed by authorised service personnel.
Accessing the dealer calibration area.
From the MAIN MENU mode, press and
hold SELECT for 5 seconds until the dealer
calibration screen is displayed:
Use the up/down key to scroll through the
various calibration options.
VERSION
SELF TEST
DIAGNOSTIC
REGISTRATION
RESET
BACK
DEALER
SELECT
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Hardware and Software version numbers
Use this option to display the current hardware revision and the software
version numbers for the SmartController. At VERSION, press the SELECT
key to display the information.
Self test
Press SELECT to start the unit test sequence and then follow the on-screen
instructions. This will test the display, buzzer and button functions.
Diagnostics
Press PILOT to display the the status of the wireless link.
Handset Registration
Raymarine wireless systems require each wireless controller to be
“registered” to a basestation. This registration process is to prevent
unauthorised control of your boat by another wireless user.
Note: There may be instances where you want to move your controller to
another boat and use it with another system. In this case, you will need to
de-register from the current system and register with the new system. You
can do this using the REGISTRATION function.
Note: For best results always perform registration and de-registration with
the handset close to the basestation.
To register a handset
At REGISTRATION, press SELECT.
If the SmartController is not registered,
then the display will read HANDSET NOT
REGISTERED. Press REG to start the
registration process. CANCEL REG
HANDSET
NOT
REGISTERED
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The SmartController will now search for
the basestation, you can press EXIT at
any time to stop the search. When a
basestation is found by the
SmartController, check that the yellow
registration light on the basestation is on.
This ensures that the handset and
basestation are matched correctly.
If the yellow light is on, press ACCEPT to
complete the registration, the display will
read REGISTER SUCCESSFUL. Otherwise,
press REJECT and re-start the
registration procedure
To de-register a handset
At REGISTRATION, press SELECT.
If the SmartController is already
registered, then the display will read
REGISTERED TO BASESTATION. Press
DEREG to continue, or EXIT to cancel the
operation.
The SmartController will attempt to
commuicate with the basestation and de-register. When complete, the
display will read HANDSET NOT REGISTERED.
If the SmartController cannot communicate with the basestation then a
“BASE NOT FOUND” message will be displayed. It is still possible to de-
register the SmartController at this point by pressing SELECT. To leave
without de-registering, press EXIT.
Factory Reset
This option will clear all settings from the SmartController. Press and hold
the SELECT key for 2 seconds to activate the reset.
EXIT START
REGISTER
HANDSET
CHECK
BASESTATION
IS POWERED ON
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REJECT ACCEPT
FOUND
BASESTATION
CHECK
LAMP
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EXIT DEREG
REGISTERED
TO
BASESTATION
READY TO USE
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Note: A reset does not alter the registration status of the SmartController
Product Support
Raymarine products are supported by a worldwide network of distributors
and Authorized Service Representatives. If you encounter any difficulties
with this product, please contact either your national distributor, service
representative, or the Raymarine Technical Services Call Center. Refer to the
back cover or www.raymarine.com for contact details.
If you cannot trace or rectify the fault, contact your nearest Raymarine
dealer or Service Center, specifying:
The SmartController serial numbers:
• the controller serial number is printed on its rear cover
• the controller software version numbers
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Important Safety
Information
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Safety Notices
Product installation
This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with the
instructions contained in this handbook. Failure to do so could result in poor
product performance, personal injury and/or damage to your boat.
Before installing the SmartController and basestation, check that they are
the correct voltage for your boat’s supply.
As correct performance of the boat’s steering is critical for safety, we
STRONGLY RECOMMEND that an Authorized Raymarine Service
Representative fits this product.
WARNING: Electrical safety
Make sure the power supply is switched off before you make
any electrical connections.
WARNING: Calibration
We supply this product calibrated to default settings that
should provide initial stable performance for most boats. To
ensure optimum performance on your boat, you must
complete the AutoLearn procedure as described in your
autopilot handbook.
WARNING: Navigation aid
Although we have designed this product to be accurate and
reliable, many factors can affect its performance. As a result,
it should only be used as an aid to navigation and should
never replace common sense and navigational judgement.
Always maintain a permanent watch so you can respond to
situations as they develop.
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WARNING: Autopilot controller
If the wireless controller is your only method of operating
the autopilot, ensure that your system includes a readily
accessible method of switching off the autopilot power
supply.
Your SmartController 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:
• Ensure that someone is present at the helm AT ALL TIMES, to
take manual control in an emergency.
• Make sure that all members of crew know how to disengage the
autopilot.
• Regularly check for other boats and any obstacles to navigation
– no matter how clear the sea may appear, a dangerous situation
can develop rapidly.
• Maintain an accurate record of the boat’s position by using
either a navigation aid or visual bearings.
• Maintain a continuous plot of your boat’s position on a current
chart. Ensure that the locked autopilot heading will steer the
boat clear of all obstacles. Make proper allowance for tidal set –
the autopilot cannot.
• Even when your autopilot is locked onto the desired track using a
navigation aid, always maintain a log and make regular
positional plots. Navigation signals can produce significant
errors under some circumstances and the autopilot will not be
able to detect these errors.
General Care and Safety
Do not leave the controller in places where the temperature could exceed
60ºC (140ºF).
Do not attempt to dismantle the SmartController or any of its accessories.
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Only use with the lanyard supplied with your SmartController or a spare
supplied by Raymarine.
Switch off your SmartController system at a refuelling point, even if you are
not refuelling your own vessel.
The operation of some medical electronic devices such as hearing aids and
pacemakers, may be affected if a controller is used next to them. Observe
the manufacturers recommendations for such devices.
Radio frequency energy
Your SmartController and base station both low- power radio transmitters
and receivers. When they are turned on, they intermittently receive and
transmit radio frequency (RF) energy (radio waves).
Exposure to radio frequency energy
The SmartController is designed not to exceed the limits for exposure to RF
energy set by national authorities and international health agencies These
limits establish permitted levels of radio wave exposure for the general
population. An example of a radio frequency exposure guideline and
standard that the SmartController is designed to conform to is :
BS EN 50371:2002 - Generic standard to demonstrate the compliance of
low-power electronic and electrical apparatus with the basic restrictions
related to human exposure to electromagnetic fields.
FCC Information
These devices comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) these devices may not cause harmful
interference and (2) these devices must accept interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved in
writing by Raymarine could violate compliance with FCC rules and void the
user's authority to operate the equipment.
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Disposal
Disposal of this product, at the end of its useful life, should be in accordance
with local regulations.
Do not incinerate or mutilate the integral battery pack.
Intended Use
The Smart Controller and Base Station are part of a Raymarine autopilot and
instrumentation system intended for use on leisure vessels and small
workboats
Declaration of Conformity
Hereby Raymarine UK Ltd, declare that the SmartController and Basestation
are in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of the Directive 1999/5/EC
The original Declaration of Conformity certificate may be viewed on the
relevant product page at www.raymarine.com
EMC Guidelines
All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best industry
standards for use in the recreational marine environment. Their design and
manufacture conforms to the appropriate Electromagnetic Compatibility
(EMC) standards, but correct installation is required to ensure that
performance is not compromised.
Connections to other equipment
If your Raymarine equipment is to be connected to other equipment using a
cable not supplied by Raymarine, a suppression ferrite MUST always be
attached to the cable near to the Raymarine unit.
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Handbook Information
To the best of our knowledge, the information in this handbook was correct
when it went to press. However, Raymarine cannot accept liability for any
inaccuracies or omissions it may contain. In addition, our policy of
continuous product improvement may change specifications without
notice. As a result, Raymarine cannot accept liability for any differences
between the product and the handbook.
SeaTalk® is a Registered Trademark of Raymarine
All other trademarks used in this document are acknowledged.
© Copyright Raymarine UK Limited 2004
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