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ST1000 Plus &

ST2000 Plus

Tiller Pilots

Owner’s

Handbook

Document number: 81130-3

Date: June 2001

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ii ST1000 Plus & ST2000 Plus Tiller Pilots - Owner’s Handbook

Autohelm, HSB (High Speed Bus), SailPilot, SeaTalk and SportPilot

are registered trademarks of Raymarine Ltd.

Raymarine, AST (Advanced Steering Technology), AutoAdapt,

AutoLearn, AutoRelease, AutoSeastate, AutoTack, AutoTrim,

FastTrim, GyroPlus, RayGyro, RayPilot and WindTrim are

trademarks of Raymarine Ltd.

Handbook contents © Raymarine Ltd 2001.

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Preface iii

Contents

Chapter 1: Introduction ............................................................1

1.1 Overview .................................................................................. 1

1.2 Specifications ............................................................................ 2

1.3 About this handbook .................................................................3

Important Information .............................................................. 3

Chapter 2: Using the Tiller Pilot ...............................................7

2.1 Overview .................................................................................. 7

2.2 Using Auto mode ......................................................................8

Engaging the autopilot (Auto mode) ......................................... 8

Disengaging the autopilot (Standby mode) .............................. 8

Changing course ....................................................................... 9

Displaying navigation information pages ............................... 12

Automatic deadband control (Auto Seastate) .........................12

Operating hints – trim changes ...............................................13

2.3 Switching display illumination on and off .............................. 14

2.4 Using Track mode ...................................................................15

Selecting Track mode ............................................................. 15

Returning to Auto from Track mode ....................................... 17

Cross track error (XTE) .......................................................... 17

Tidal stream compensation ..................................................... 18

Waypoint arrival and advance .................................................19

Dodges in Track mode ............................................................ 19

Safety in Track mode ..............................................................20

Warning messages in Track mode ...........................................21

2.5 Using WindTrim mode ...........................................................23

Selecting WindTrim mode ...................................................... 23

Exiting WindTrim mode ......................................................... 24

Returning to the previous apparent wind angle ....................... 24

Wind shift alarm ......................................................................24

Operating hints for WindTrim mode .......................................25

Chapter 3: Maintenance & Fault Finding ..............................27

3.1 General maintenance ..............................................................27

3.2 Product support ....................................................................... 28

3.3 Fault finding ............................................................................28

Chapter 4: Installing the Tiller Pilot ......................................33

4.1 Planning the installation ..........................................................33

4.2 Installing the tiller pin and mounting socket ........................... 36

Measuring the critical dimensions ..........................................36

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Basic installation ..................................................................... 37

Installation accessories ........................................................... 38

4.3 Cabling and socket installation ............................................... 45

Mounting the socket ............................................................... 45

Power supply ..........................................................................46

SeaTalk cabling ....................................................................... 47

NMEA cabling ........................................................................ 49

Connecting NMEA and SeaTalk ............................................ 50

Chapter 5: Commissioning the Tiller Pilot ...........................51

5.1 Functional tests ....................................................................... 51

Switch on ................................................................................ 51

Operating sense ....................................................................... 51

Checking the navigation interface .......................................... 52

Checking the wind instrument interface ................................. 54

Checking the SeaTalk interface .............................................. 54

5.2 Initial sea trial .......................................................................... 55

Calibrating the compass .......................................................... 56

Autopilot operation ................................................................. 58

5.3 Adjusting autopilot performance ............................................ 58

Chapter 6: Adjusting Tiller Pilot Settings ............................61

6.1 Introduction ............................................................................ 61

Adjusting calibration values ................................................... 61

Calibration features ................................................................. 63

Default calibration values ....................................................... 63

6.2 Calibrating the tiller pilot ........................................................ 64

Calibration Level 1: Rudder gain ............................................ 64

Calibration Level 5: cruise speed ............................................ 64

Calibration Level 6: off course alarm angle ............................ 64

Calibration Level 9: magnetic variation .................................65

Calibration Level 10: heading error correction ....................... 65

Calibration Level 11: boat’s current latitude ........................... 66

Calibration Level 13: rudder damping .................................... 66

Controlling access to calibration ............................................. 66

Index ..................................................................................... 69

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Chapter 1: Introduction 1

1 Introduction

Chapter 1: Introduction

1.1 Overview

Your Raymarine tiller pilot is a totally self-contained autopilot

designed for tiller steered sailboats. The autopilot is mounted

between the tiller and a single attachment point on the boat’s

structure. It is designed for owner installation and is ready for use

after connection to the boat’s 12 V electrical system.

Operating modes

The tiller pilot has four basic operating modes:

•Standby mode: autopilot off

•Auto mode: autopilot engaged and locked onto a heading

•Track mode: autopilot on and maintaining a track between two

waypoints created on a navigation system

•WindTrim mode: autopilot on and maintaining a course relative

to an apparent wind angle

SeaTalk and NMEA compatibility

The tiller pilot is SeaTalk compatible, so it can share data transmitted

from other Raymarine SeaTalk instruments:

•wind information from a wind instrument can be used for

wind vane steering without the need to install a separate vane

•track information, from a navigator, enables the autopilot to

provide waypoint control

•boat speed from a speed instrument can provide optimum track

keeping performance

•SeaTalk compatibility also allows additional fixed and hand-held

autopilot control units to be easily connected at secondary

steering and control positions

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The ST1000 Plus and ST2000 Plus tiller pilots can also be used with

any navigator transmitting NMEA 0183 or NMEA 0180 data.

The tiller pilot can be calibrated to suit each installation to provide

maximum performance with many types of boat.

1.2 Specifications

EMC conformance

All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best

industry standards for use in the recreational marine environment.

The design and manufacture of Raymarine equipment and

accessories conform to the appropriate Electromagnetic

Compatibility (EMC) standards, but correct installation is required to

ensure that performance is not compromised.

General specifications

Power supply: 10 V to 15 V DC

Drive unit thrust torque: ST1000 Plus: 57 kg (125 lb)

ST2000 Plus: 77 kg (170 lb)

Maximum boat

displacement:

ST1000 Plus: 3 000 kg (6 600 lb)

ST2000 Plus: 4 500 kg (10 000 lb)

Drive mechanism: ST1000 Plus: lead-screw and nut drive

ST2000 Plus: re-circulating ball drive

Helm speed (lock to lock): ST1000 Plus: 8 seconds

ST2000 Plus: 4.5 seconds

Current consumption: • Standby: 40 mA (90 mA with full lighting)

• Auto: 0.5 A to 1.5 A depending on boat trim,

helm load and sailing conditions

Operating temperature: 0°C to +70°C (32°F to 158°F)

Main features: • 6 button digital keypad

• Backlit LCD display of heading, locked course

and navigational information

• User calibration for optimum performance

• WindTrim control in WindTrim mode

• SeaTalk compatible

• Automatic compass deviation correction

• Northerly/Southerly heading compensation

• Automatic heading deadband – seastate control

• Automatic tack

• Built-in navigator interface (NMEA and SeaTalk)

• Waypoint advance feature

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Chapter 1: Introduction 3

1 Introduction

1.3 About this handbook

Part 1: Using the Tiller Pilot

This part of the handbook explains how to use your tiller pilot:

Part 2: Installing the Tiller Pilot

This part of the handbook explains how to install your tiller pilot:

Note: This handbook contains important information about

installing, using and maintaining your new Raymarine product. To

get the best from the product, please read this handbook thoroughly.

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.

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.

2Chapter 2: Using the Tiller Pilot

How to use the tiller pilot. page 7

3Chapter 3: Maintenance & Fault Finding

Provides maintenance and fault finding information. page 27

4Chapter 4: Installing the Tiller Pilot

How to install your tiller pilot and its components. page 33

5Chapter 5: Commissioning the Tiller Pilot

How to check the tiller pilot and perform an initial sea trial. page 51

6Chapter 6: Adjusting Tiller Pilot Settings

How to change the tiller pilot calibration settings. page 61

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Safety notices

WARNING: 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.

WARNING: Electrical safety

Make sure the power supply is switched off before you make any

electrical connections.

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.

Your Raymarine autopilot 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 crew members 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.

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Part 1:

Using the

Tiller Pilot

Part 1: Using the Tiller Pilot

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Chapter 2: Using the Tiller Pilot

2.1 Overview

WARNING:

Passage making under autopilot control is an enjoyable

experience that can, if you are not careful, lead to the relaxation

of the permanent watch. Always maintain a permanent watch no

matter how clear the sea may appear to be.

•The tiller pilot always powers up in Standby mode (indicated by a

flashing ‘C’ alongside the boat’s current compass heading).

•The tiller pilot is controlled using simple push-button operations,

all of which are confirmed with a short beep. In addition to the

main single key functions, there are several dual key operations.

•To select automatic steering:

•steady the boat on the required heading

•place the pushrod over the tiller pin (if necessary, extend or

retract the pushrod using the -1, +1, -10, and +10 keys)

•press auto: the display will then show an ‘A’ alongside the

current heading

•To return to manual steering at any time:

•press standby

•remove the pushrod from the tiller pin

•You can use the -1, +1, -10, and +10 keys to make course changes

when the boat is under autopilot control.

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2.2 Using Auto mode

Engaging the autopilot (Auto mode)

1. Steady the boat on the required heading.

2. Place the pushrod over the tiller pin. If necessary, extend or retract

the pushrod using the -1, +1, -10, and +10 keys.

3. Press auto: the tiller pilot will enter Auto mode and the display

will show an ‘A’ (for auto) alongside the locked autopilot heading.

Disengaging the autopilot (Standby mode)

To return to hand steering:

1. Press standby.

2. Remove the pushrod from the tiller pin to return to hand steering:

the display will show a flashing ‘C’ and the boat’s current

compass heading.

3. The last heading is memorized and can be recalled (see page 11).

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Changing course

In Auto mode, use the -1 and -10 (port) and +1 and +10 (starboard)

keys to change course in steps of 1° and 10°.

For example: press -10 three times for a 30° course change to port:

Port Starboard

oror

D3320-2

D3254-2

Original

course

30˚ to port

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Automatic tack feature (AutoTack)

The autopilot has a built-in automatic tack facility (in Auto, Track and

WindTrim modes) that turns the boat through 100°:

•to AutoTack 100° to port, press -1 and -10 together

•to AutoTack 100° to starboard, press +1 and +10 together

Dodging obstacles

1. To avoid an obstacle when you boat is under autopilot control,

select a course change in the appropriate direction. For example,

press -10 three times for a 30°dodge to port.

2. When safely clear of the obstacle, you can either:

•reverse the previous course change (for example, by pressing

+10 three times), or

•return to the previous heading (see below)

Wind

AutoTack - Starboard

D5399-1

Wind

AutoTack - Port

AutoTack

angle

AutoTack

angle

D3255-2

Original

course

30˚ dodge

to port

Obstacle

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Returning to the previous heading

1. Press auto for 1 second: the previous heading will flash for

10 seconds.

2. To accept the previous heading, press auto again while the

previous heading is flashing.

Note: If you do not press auto while the display is flashing, the

autopilot will maintain the current heading.

Off course alarm

The off course alarm sounds if the locked autopilot heading and the

boat’s current heading differ by more than the value set in

calibration level 6 (see page 64) for 20 seconds.

Cancelling the off course alarm

To cancel the off course alarm, press standby to return to manual

steering.

Note: If the off course alarm sounds, this is usually an indication that

the boat is carrying too much sail, or that the sails are badly

balanced. In these conditions, you can usually obtain significant

improvements in course keeping by improving the sail balance.

Original

course

Obstacle

SECOND

Resumed

course

Dodge

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Displaying navigation information pages

If navigation information (e.g. distance to waypoint, cross track error

and bearing to waypoint) is available, you can display it in Auto mode

or Standby mode by pressing either -1 and +10 or +1 and -10 together

momentarily. The display will then cycle through the navigation

information pages:

You can revert to normal operation by pressing either -1 and +10 or

+1 and -10 together again.

Automatic deadband control (Auto Seastate)

In Auto, WindTrim or Track modes, the tiller pilot is set to

AutoSeastate (automatic deadband control) as a default. This causes

the pilot to gradually ignore repetitive movements of the boat and

respond only to true course variations.

By preventing unnecessary rudder movement, AutoSeastate

provides the best compromise between power consumption and

course keeping accuracy.

If you want to switch off the AutoSeastate feature:

1. From Auto, WindTrim or Track mode, press -1 and +1 together to

switch from AutoSeastate to Fixed Minimum Deadband.

2. The “°” sign flashes when Fixed Minimum Deadband is selected.

Minimum deadband provides the tightest course keeping

possible, at the expense of increased power consumption and

drive unit activity.

D178-2

Locked heading

Distance to waypoint

(if available)

Bearing to waypoint

(if available)

Cross track error

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To switch back to AutoSeastate, press -1 and +1 again.

Note: The autopilot reverts to Automatic Deadband Control each

time you select Standby mode.

Operating hints – trim changes

CAUTION:

Only make major course changes when steering MANUALLY.

This ensures that the boat will safely clear any obstructions or

other boats, and you can take into account the changed wind and

sea conditions on the new heading before engaging the autopilot.

Large course changes which change the apparent wind direction can

produce large trim changes. When a sudden trim change occurs (for

example due to weather helm or sail imbalance) there will be a delay

of up to one minute before the automatic trim applies rudder to restore

the locked heading.

In these situations, the autopilot will not immediately assume the new

automatic heading, and will only settle onto course when the

automatic trim has been fully established. To minimize this problem,

use the following procedure to make major course changes:

1. Note the required new heading.

2. Press standby, remove the pushrod from the tiller pin, and steer

manually.

3. Bring boat onto the new heading and fit the pushrod back onto the

tiller pin.

4. Press auto and let the boat settle on course.

5. Bring your boat onto the final course in 1° steps using -1 or +1.

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Gusting conditions

In gusting conditions, the course may tend to wander slightly,

particularly if the sails are badly balanced. By improving sail balance,

you can improve course keeping.

If you take the following precautions, the autopilot will be able to

maintain competent control even in gale force conditions:

•Do not allow the boat to heel over excessively.

•Ease the mainsheet traveller to leeward to reduce heeling and

weather helm.

•If necessary, reef the mainsail a little early.

•It is also advisable (whenever possible) to avoid sailing with the

wind dead astern when there are very strong winds and large seas.

•Ideally, the wind should be at least 30° away from a dead run.

•In severe conditions, it may be advisable to remove the mainsail

altogether and sail under headsail only.

2.3 Switching display illumination on and off

You can switch the display illumination on and off when the tiller

pilot is in Standby mode:

•from Standby mode, press -1 and +1 together to switch the

illumination between on (L1) and off (L0)

•to return to the previous mode either wait 10 seconds or press the

appropriate mode key

Note: The tiller pilot normally powers-up with the illumination

switched on (L1).

If other SeaTalk instruments or autopilot control units are connected

via SeaTalk, you can also control the tiller pilot’s illumination from

these units.

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2.4 Using Track mode

In Track mode, the tiller pilot maintains a track between waypoints

created on a navigation system. The tiller pilot computes any course

changes to keep your boat on track, automatically compensating for

tidal streams and leeway. To operate in Track mode, the tiller pilot

must receive cross track error information from either:

•a SeaTalk navigator, or

•a non-SeaTalk navigation system transmitting NMEA 0180 or

0183 data

Selecting Track mode

When you select Track mode, the tiller pilot can acquire the track in

one of two ways:

•automatic acquisition – when both cross track error and bearing to

waypoint data are available

•manual acquisition – when Cross Track Error is the only available

information

Automatic track acquisition

If cross track error and bearing to waypoint data are both available

(via SeaTalk or NMEA), the pilot can acquire a track automatically:

1. Bring the boat to within 0.1 nm of track.

2. Press auto.

3. Press -10 and +10 together to enter Track mode.

4. An alarm will sound and the display will alternate between:

•the bearing to waypoint, and

•the direction the boat will turn to take up the new track

Current

heading

D3277-2

Waypoint

at 058˚

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5. Check that it is safe to turn the boat onto the new course.

6. Press -10 and +10 together:

•the boat will now turn on to the new course

•the alarm will cancel

7. The display will continuously cycle through the following

navigation information pages:

Manual track acquisition

If your navigator only provides cross track error information, you

must acquire the track manually:

1. Steer the boat to within 0.1 nm of track.

2. Bring the heading to within 5° of the bearing to the next waypoint.

3. Press auto.

4. Press -10 and +10 together to enter Track mode:

•the autopilot will start tracking to the waypoint

•the display will alternate between cross track error and the

locked pilot heading

D3257-2

Waypoint

at 058˚

D178-2

Locked heading

Distance to waypoint

(if available)

Bearing to waypoint

(if available)

Cross track error

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Manual track acquisition at low speeds

Using manual acquisition at low speeds requires additional care as

tidal streams have a far more significant effect at lower speeds than at

higher speeds.

In general terms, if the tidal flow is less than 35% of the boat’s speed,

you will not notice any difference in the tiller pilot’s performance in

Track mode. However, you should take extra care during manual

acquisition, as follows:

•before you select Track mode, make sure that the boat is as close

as possible to track, and that the direction made good over the

ground is as close as possible to the direction of the next waypoint

•positive checks of the boat’s position at regular intervals are vital,

especially if you are close to potential navigational hazards

Returning to Auto from Track mode

To return to Auto mode from Track mode:

•press auto, or

•press -10 and +10 together.

Cross track error (XTE)

Cross track error (XTE) is the distance between your current position

and the planned route. This is displayed in nautical miles (nm) and is

taken directly from your navigator.

Waypoint 1

Waypoint 2

Cross track error

(XTE)

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The tiller pilot displays the cross track error in the following ways:

Tidal stream compensation

Under most operating conditions, Track mode will hold the selected

track to within ±0.05 nm (300 ft) or better.

The autopilot takes account of the boat’s speed when computing

course changes to ensure optimum performance over a wide range of

boat speeds. If speed data is available, the autopilot will use the

measured boat speed. Otherwise it will use the default cruise speed

entered in Calibration Level 5 (see page 64).

D3294-2

On track

Off track to port

(steer to starboard)

Off track to starboard

(steer to port)

D3261-2

Waypoint 2

Waypoint 1

Tidal component

Boat's speed through water

Boat's speed over ground

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Waypoint arrival and advance

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Waypoint advance will only operate if the tiller pilot receives

valid bearing to waypoint and waypoint name information.

The tiller pilot can only decode the first FOUR characters of a

waypoint name. It will not be able to decode names longer than

four characters, which will stop the waypoint advance feature

from working.

If your navigator transmits valid waypoint name and bearing to

waypoint data, you can advance from one waypoint to the next

by pressing -10 and +10 together.

Arrival

As the boat passes the target waypoint, the navigator manually or

automatically selects the next target waypoint. The pilot will then:

•detect the new target waypoint name

•sound the waypoint advance alarm

•display the new bearing to waypoint and the direction the boat

will turn to acquire it

Advance

When the waypoint advance alarm is sounding, the tiller pilot will

suspend Track mode and maintain the current heading:

•check that it is safe to turn onto the new track

•press the -10 and +10 keys together: this will cancel the waypoint

arrival alarm and turn the boat towards the next waypoint

Unless you accept the waypoint advance in this way, the alarm will

continue to sound and the tiller pilot will maintain the current course.

Dodges in Track mode

In Track mode, you still have full control from the keypad:

•to make a dodge maneuver: use the -1, +1, -10 or +10 keys

•after you have avoided the hazard, reverse the course change

selected for the dodge maneuver by selecting an equal course

change in the opposite direction

•if the boat remains within 0.1 nm of track, there is no need to steer

back towards the track

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Safety in Track mode

WARNING:

Track mode provides accurate track keeping even in complex

navigational situations. However, it is still the skipper’s

responsibility to ensure the safety of their boat at all times

through careful navigation and frequent position checks.

Passage making in Track mode assists precise navigation and

removes the tasks of compensating for wind and tidal drift. However,

you MUST still maintain an accurate log with regular plots:

Confirming position at the start of a journey

•At the start of a journey you must always use an easily identifiable

fixed object to confirm the fix given by the navigation system.

•Check for fixed positional errors and compensate for them.

Verifying computed positions

•Always verify the computed position with a dead reckoned

position, calculated from the average course steered and the

distance logged.

Plot frequency

•In open water, you should make plots at least every hour.

•In confined waters or when near to potential hazards, you should

make plots more frequently.

Setting waypoints

•Local variations in radio signal quality and changes in the tidal

stream can produce deviations from the desired track. When

setting waypoints, remember that deviations can occur.

•Thoroughly check along each track. Check up to 0.5 nm each side

of the track to ensure that there are no hazards within this zone.

•For the waypoint advance function to work, the last four

characters of adjacent waypoint names must be different.

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Warning messages in Track mode

Track data not received

The tiller pilot displays this message if you select Track mode when

the autopilot is not receiving any navigation data.

Track data error

The tiller pilot displays this message if you select Track mode when

the navigator has lost its fix.This display will clear as soon as the

navigator regains its fix.

Large cross track error

This alarm sounds if cross track error exceeds 0.3 nm.

D167-4

D167-5

D234-2

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Waypoint advance

The waypoint advance alarm sounds whenever the target waypoint

number changes:

•the pilot continues on its current heading, and the display

alternates between the bearing to the next waypoint and the

direction the boat will turn to take up that bearing

•make sure that the turn will be safe and, when you are ready to

make the turn, momentarily press -10 and +10 together.

•the pilot will turn onto the new bearing and track towards the next

waypoint

Note: Waypoint advance will only operate if your pilot receives valid

bearing to waypoint and waypoint number information.

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2.5 Using WindTrim mode

Note: You can only use WindTrim mode if the tiller pilot is connected

to a suitable wind sensor/instrument providing wind direction data.

To use WindTrim mode, the tiller pilot must receive wind information

from one of the following sources:

•SeaTalk wind instrument

•NMEA wind instrument

•Raymarine pushpit wind vane (part number Z159) connected via

supplied SeaTalk interface

In WindTrim mode the tiller pilot maintains a course relative to an

apparent wind angle. The pilot uses WindTrim to eliminate the effects

of turbulence and short term wind variations. This provides smooth

precise performance with minimum power consumption.

WindTrim mode uses the fluxgate compass as the primary heading

reference. When changes in the apparent wind angle occur, the tiller

pilot adjusts the locked compass heading to maintain the original

apparent wind angle.

In WindTrim mode, the tiller pilot ignores short-term changes in wind

direction, yet still tracks real wind shifts as subtle as 1°.

Selecting WindTrim mode

From Standby mode or Auto mode, press standby and auto

together to select WindTrim. The tiller pilot will then maintain the

current apparent wind angle.

Note: The tiller pilot beeps once every 30 seconds in WindTrim mode.

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Exiting WindTrim mode

To exit WindTrim mode:

•press standby to return to Standby mode

•press auto to return to Auto mode

Returning to the previous apparent wind angle

If you have steered the boat away from the selected apparent wind

angle (for example, performing a dodge maneuver or selecting

Standby) you can return to the previous apparent wind angle:

1. Press and hold standby and auto together for 1 second.

2. The display flashes the previous locked heading for 10 seconds.

3. While the display is flashing, press standby and auto together

to select the previous heading:

•when you select the previous heading, the “W” flashes for 10

seconds to confirm the selection

Wind shift alarm

If changes in apparent wind angle alter the original locked compass

heading by more than 15°, the wind shift alarm will sound.

The display alternates between the current WindTrim heading and the

direction of wind shift.

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To cancel the wind shift alarm:

•check that the new course does not take the boat into danger

•press standby and auto together momentarily to accept the

alarm and reset the wind shift alarm value to the current compass

heading

Operating hints for WindTrim mode

•WindTrim filters the wind vane output. This provides optimum

response for offshore conditions where genuine shifts in wind

direction occur gradually.

•In gusting and unsteady inshore conditions, it is best to sail a few

degrees further off the wind so that changes in apparent wind

direction can be tolerated.

•It is important to minimize the amount of standing helm through

careful sail trimming and positioning of the mainsheet traveller.

•It is recommended that the headsail and mainsail are reefed a little

early rather than too late.

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3 Maintenance & Fault Finding

Chapter 3: Maintenance & Fault Finding

This chapter provides information about maintaining your tiller pilot

system, obtaining product support and solving common problems.

3.1 General maintenance

CAUTION:

The working parts of the tiller drive are sealed and lubricated for

life during manufacture.The tiller pilot does not contain any user

serviceable parts. It should be repaired only by authorized

Raymarine service representatives.

Display condensation

•In certain conditions, condensation may appear on the LCD

window. This will not harm the unit, and can be cleared by

switching on the illumination for a while.

Routine cabling checks

•Make sure all connections are firmly attached.

•Examine the cable for signs of wear or damage – replace any

damaged cables.

Cleaning the tiller pilot

•If the tiller pilot is dirty, wipe it with a clean, damp cloth.

•Never use chemical or abrasive materials to clean the tiller pilot.

EMC advice

•When powered up, all electrical equipment produces

electromagnetic fields. These can cause adjacent pieces of

electrical equipment to interact with one another, with a

consequent adverse effect on operation.

•To minimize these effects and enable you to get the best possible

performance from your Raymarine equipment, guidelines are

given in the installation instructions, to enable you to ensure

minimum interaction between different items of equipment, i.e.

ensure optimum Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC).

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•Always report any EMC-related problems to your nearest

Raymarine dealer. We use such information to improve our

quality standards.

•In some installations, it may not be possible to prevent the

equipment from being affected by external influences. In general

this will not damage the equipment but it can lead to spurious

resetting action, or momentarily may result in faulty operation.

3.2 Product support

Raymarine products are supported by a worldwide network of

distributors and Authorized Service Representatives.

Before you consider returning the autopilot, make sure that the power

supply cable is sound and that all connections are tight and free from

corrosion. If the connections are secure, refer to the following Fault

Finding section.

If you cannot trace or rectify the fault, contact either your national

distributor, service representative, or the Raymarine Technical

Services Call Center. Refer to the back cover or the Worldwide

Distributor List for contact details.

Always quote the product serial number (this number is printed on the

underside of the tiller pilot).

3.3 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.

In the unlikely event that a fault does occur with your autopilot, use

the following table to help identify the problem and provide a

solution. If you cannot resolve the problem yourself, contact either

your national distributor, service representative, or the Raymarine

Technical Services Call Center.

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SYMPTOM SOLUTION

The autopilot display is blank. No power – check the fuse/circuit

breaker.

The displayed compass heading does

not agree with the boat’s compass.

The compass has not been corrected for

deviation – carry out the deviation and

alignment procedures (see page 56).

Boat turns slowly and takes a long

time to come on to course.

Rudder gain too low (see page 58).

Boat overshoots when turning on to

a new course.

Rudder gain too high (see page 58).

The autopilot appears to be unstable

on Northerly headings in the

Northern hemisphere (or Southerly

headings in the Southern

hemisphere).

Northerly/Southerly heading correction

not set up (see page 65).

Display shows ‘CAL OFF’ when

entering calibration.

Calibration access has been prevented

(see page 66).

The autopilot will not ‘talk’ to other

SeaTalk instruments.

Cabling problem – make sure all the

cables are connected properly.

Position information not received. Navigator not transmitting the correct

position data.

The autopilot will not auto advance

to the next waypoint.

No bearing to waypoint information

received from the navigator.

The screen shows a series of rotating

dashes.

Compass deviation correction is running.

The display shows a series of

stationary dashes.

Data is not being received – check the

cabling.

The display shows ‘Err’. The navigator has lost its fix – refer to the

navigator handbook for further action.

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Part 2:

Installing the

Tiller Pilot

Part 2: Installing the Tiller Pilot

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Chapter 4: Installing the Tiller Pilot

4.1 Planning the installation

Before you start installing your tiller pilot system, use the illustration

to check the parts supplied. Then read through the following

information and the relevant installation sections in this chapter.

ST1000 Plus and ST2000 Plus Pack Contents

D3361-2

ST1000 Plus &

ST2000 Plus

Owner's

Handbook

Worldwide

Distributors

ST1000+ and ST2000+ Quick Reference Guide

Owner's handbook Quick reference guide Worldwide distributor list

Mounting

socket

Tiller pilot socket Gasket Rubber cap

Self-tapping screw

No 6 x 3/4 in (x6)

Cable clip and

cable clamp

Tiller

pin

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Cabling guidelines

•consider how you will run cables to and from each component

•avoid running cables through bilges where possible

•avoid running cables close to fluorescent lights, engines, radio

transmitting equipment etc.

EMC installation 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.

Although every effort has been taken to ensure that they will perform

under all conditions, it is important to understand what factors could

affect the operation of the product.

The guidelines given here describe the conditions for optimum EMC

performance, but it is recognized that it may not be possible to meet

all of these conditions in all situations.

To ensure the best possible conditions for EMC performance within

the constraints imposed by any location, always ensure the maximum

separation possible between different items of electrical equipment.

For optimum EMC performance, we recommend that:

•Raymarine equipment and cables connected to it are:

•At least 3 ft (1 m) from any equipment transmitting or cables

carrying radio signals e.g. VHF radios, cables and antennas.

In the case of SSB radios, increase the distance to 7 ft (2 m).

•More than 7 ft (2 m) from the path of a radar beam. A radar

beam can normally be assumed to spread 20 degrees above

and below the radiating element.

•The equipment is supplied from a separate battery from that used

for engine start. Voltage drops below 10 V, and starter motor

transients, can cause the equipment to reset. This will not damage

the equipment, but may cause the loss of some information and

may change the operating mode.

•Raymarine specified cables are used. Cutting and rejoining these

cables can compromise EMC performance and must be avoided

unless doing so is detailed in the installation manual.

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•If a suppression ferrite is attached to a cable, this ferrite should not

be removed. If the ferrite needs to be removed during installation

it must be reassembled in the same position.

EMC suppression ferrites

We supply the fluxgate compass and power cables with suppression

ferrites fitted. Always use these ferrites supplied by Raymarine.

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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4.2 Installing the tiller pin and mounting socket

CAUTION:

As the tiller pilot has a built-in compass, make sure that the boat’s

steering compass is at least 750 mm (2 ft 6 in) away to avoid

deviation.

Measuring the critical dimensions

The tiller pilot is mounted between the tiller and a fixed point on the

structure of your boat.Two dimensions are critical to ensure correct

installation:

•Dimension A = 589 mm (23.2 in): the distance from the

mounting socket to the tiller pin

Note: This dimension increases if your installation requires a

pushrod extension (see page 38) or cantilever mount (see page 41).

•Dimension B = 460 mm (18 in): the distance from the rudder

stock’s center line to the tiller pin

'A'

589 mm (23.2 in)

445 mm (17.5 in)

610 mm (24.0 in)

47.5 mm

(1.9 in)

95 mm

(3.7 in)

'B'

460 mm

(18 in)

'B' 460 mm (18 in)

D3198-2

90˚

Sloping rudderstock

Rudder axis

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To measure the critical dimensions:

1. Clamp the tiller on the boat’s center line.

2. Mark dimensions A and B and use masking tape to locate the

fixing points.

Note: For standard installations, dimension A is measured on the

starboard side of the cockpit. If you need to mount the tiller pilot on

the port side of the cockpit, you can measure dimension A to port.

However you will need to reverse the tiller pilot’s operating sense

when you have completed installation (see page 52).

3. Make sure that:

•dimensions A and B are at right angles to each other (as

shown on the diagram opposite)

•the tiller pilot is mounted horizontally

Basic installation

After establishing control dimensions A and B, you can usually

mount the tiller pilot directly onto the cockpit seat.

D3192-2

Tiller pin

12.5 mm

(0.5 in)

Mounting socket

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Installing the tiller pin

1. Drill a 6 mm (1/4 in) diameter hole to a depth of 25 mm (1 in) at the

fixing point you have marked on the tiller.

2. Use a two part epoxy (e.g. Araldite) to fix the tiller pin in place.

3. Position the shoulder of the pin so it is 12.5 mm (1/2 in) above the

tiller surface.

Installing the mounting socket

1. Drill a 12.5 mm (1/2 in) hole to a depth of 25 mm (1 in) at the fixing

point you have marked on the cockpit seat.

2. If the structure at the mounting position is less than 25 mm (1 in)

thick, reinforce the underside with plywood bonded into position.

3. Fix the mounting socket in place using a two part epoxy.

CAUTION:

As the tiller pilot is capable of generating high pushrod loads, you

MUST:

• drill all holes to the specified size and reinforce where necessary

• allow the epoxy to harden thoroughly before applying a load

Installation accessories

If you are not able to install the tiller pilot directly onto the cockpit

seat or tiller as described, one (or a combination) of the following

installation accessories:

•pushrod extensions

•tiller brackets

•cantilever sockets

•pedestal sockets

•alternative tiller pins

Pushrod Extensions

If you need to increase the pushrod length (because of the distance

from the mounting socket location to the center line), use a

Raymarine pushrod extension.

Identifying the correct pushrod extension

1. Clamp the tiller on the boat’s center line.

2. Measure dimension C.

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3. Select the appropriate pushrod extension length (and part

number) using the following table.

Mounting the pushrod extension

To mount the pushrod extension:

1. Unscrew the end of the tiller pilot’s pushrod.

2. Screw the extension into the pushrod.

3. Screw the pushrod end into the pushrod extension.

Dimension C Pushrod extension length L Part no.

589 mm (23.2 in) Standard dimension -

615 mm (24.2 in) 25 mm (1 in) D003

640 mm (25.2 in) 51 mm (2 in) D004

665 mm (26.2 in) 76 mm (3 in) D005

691 mm (27.2 in) 102 mm (4 in) D006

716 mm (28.2 in) 107 mm (5 in) D007

742 mm (29.2 in) 152 mm (6 in) D008

D3193-2

L

C

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Tiller brackets

If the tiller is higher or lower than the mounting socket, you can use a

Raymarine tiller bracket to vary the tiller pin offset so the pilot is

horizontal.

Identifying the correct tiller bracket

1. Clamp the tiller on the boat’s center line.

2. Measure dimension D (if the pushrod is above the tiller) or

dimension E (if the pushrod is below the tiller).

3. Select the appropriate bracket from the following table:

Dimension D

(pushrod below tiller)

Dimension E

(pushrod above tiller)

Bracket

part no.

25 mm (1 in) 51 mm (2 in) D009

51 mm (2 in) 76 mm (3 in) D010

76 mm (3 in) 102 mm (4 in) D011

102 mm (4 in) 127 mm (5 in) D159

127 mm (5 in) 152 mm (6 in) D160

D3194-2

D

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Mounting the tiller bracket

1. Position the tiller bracket on the center line of the tiller (above or

below) and establish the critical dimensions A and B

Note: To measure dimension B on a boat with a sloping rudderstock,

refer to the diagram on page 36.

2. Mark the centers of the two bracket mounting holes.

3. Drill two 6 mm (1/4in) diameter holes through the center line of

the tiller at the positions you have marked.

4. Attach the tiller bracket using two 6 mm (1/4in) diameter bolts,

nuts and washers.

5. Bond the fixing bolts in place with two part epoxy adhesive

6. When the epoxy is completely hardened, fully tighten the nuts.

7. Attach the tiller pin to the bracket.

Cantilever mounting

If you need to attach the tiller pilot to a vertical face (such as the

cockpit sidewall), use a Raymarine cantilever socket assembly

(part number D031):

•the maximum possible extension offset is 254 mm (10 in)

•you cut the cantilever to the exact length during mounting

Cutting the cantilever rod to length

1. Clamp the tiller on the boat’s center line.

2. Measure dimension F (actual).

E

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3. Refer to the table to establish a cutting length for the cantilever

rod – double check measurements before cutting.

4. Measure the rod from threaded end, then cut the cantilever rod

to length L using a hacksaw. Remove any sharp edges with a file.

Mounting the cantilever assembly

To mount the cantilever assembly:

1. Temporarily assemble the cantilever by screwing the rod into the

mounting ring.

2. Ensure the tiller pilot is horizontal and then mark the location of

the mounting ring and its mounting holes.

3. Drill three 6 mm (1/4in) diameter holes at the positions you have

marked.

4. Bed the mounting ring on a thin coat of silicon sealant.

Dimension F Cut length L

654 mm (25.75 in) 51 mm (2 in)

705 mm (27.75 in) 102 mm (4 in)

743 mm (29.75 in) 152 mm (6 in)

806 mm (31.75 in) 203 mm (8 in)

832 mm (32.75 in) 229 mm (9 in)

D3196-2

F

L

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5. Use three 6 mm (1/4in) diameter bolts, nuts and washers to attach

the mounting ring to the backing plate (with the backing plate on

the other side of the mounting surface, as shown above).

6. Screw the rod firmly into place.

7. Roughen the end of the cantilever rod and the inside of the cap to

provide a key. Then apply two part epoxy adhesive to the rod end

and the cap.

8. Place the cap over the rod end, making sure the hole for the tiller

pilot mounting pin faces upwards. Allow the epoxy adhesive to

harden fully before applying a load.

Note: When the tiller pilot is not in use, you can unscrew the complete

rod assembly to leave the cockpit unobstructed.

Pedestal socket mounting

If you need to raise the height of the mounting socket to keep the tiller

pilot horizontal, use a Raymarine pedestal socket assembly.

Identifying the correct pedestal socket

1. Clamp the tiller on the boat’s center line.

2. Establish the standard control dimensions A and B.

3. With the tiller pilot horizontal, measure dimension G.

4. Select the appropriate pedestal socket assembly from the table.

D3197-2

L

G

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Mounting the pedestal socket

1. Mark the mounting ring’s position on the cockpit seat or counter.

2. Ensure that control dimensions A and B are correct.

3. Mark the bolt holes on the mounting ring and then drill three

6 mm (1/4in) diameter holes.

4. Bed the mounting ring on a thin coat of silicon sealant.

5. Use three 6 mm (1/4in) diameter bolts, nuts and washers to attach

the mounting ring to the backing plate (with the backing plate on

the other side of the mounting surface, as shown above).

6. Screw the mounting socket firmly into place.

Note: When the tiller pilot is not in use, you can unscrew the complete

rod assembly to leave the cockpit unobstructed.

Alternative tiller pins

Your Raymarine dealer can also supply the following alternative

lengths of tiller pin for other non-standard installations.

Dimension G Pedestal socket length L Part no.

64 mm (2.5 in) Standard dimension -

102 mm (4.0 in) 38 mm (1.5 in) D026

114 mm (4.5 in) 50 mm (2.0 in) D027

127 mm (5.0 in) 64 mm (2.5 in) D028

140 mm (5.5 in) 76 mm (3.0 in) D029

153 mm (6.0 in) 89 mm (3.5 in) D030

Description Size Part no.

Small threaded tiller pin 25 mm (1.0 in) D014

Extra length tiller pin 72 mm (2.8 in) D020

Extra length threaded tiller pin 72 mm (2.8 in) D021

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4.3 Cabling and socket installation

Both power and data are supplied to the tiller pilot via a waterproof

plug and socket. The plug comes ready assembled and the socket can

be mounted in the cockpit area adjacent to the tiller pilot.

Mounting the socket

Install the tiller pilot socket as follows:

1. Attach the template (provided at the back of this handbook) to the

selected bulkhead.

2. Carefully drill a 21 mm (53/64 in) clearance hole for the cable boss.

3. Drill 4 pilot holes (2.5 mm or 3/32 in) for the self-tapping screws.

D305-3

+12 V DC (brown, pin 1)

0 V (blue, pin 2)

NMEA + (white, pin 6)

NMEA - (green, pin 5)

SeaTalk data (yellow, pin 4)

D3296-2

Cable

Gasket

Socket

Rubber cap

Screw

Plug

Floating nut

Retaining ring

Installed socket

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4. Remove the template.

5. Pass the power cable and any other cables (SeaTalk and NMEA)

through the bulkhead and the gasket.

6. Use a small flat-bladed screwdriver to connect the cable(s) to the

socket – refer to the illustrations on the following pages.

7. Assemble the rubber cap to one of the 4 self-tapping screws.

8. Secure the socket to the bulkhead using the 4 self-tapping screws.

9. Secure the cable(s) at regular intervals using suitable clips.

10. Assemble the plug to the socket by screwing the ‘floating’ nut

onto the threaded part of the socket by hand.

11. The retaining ring is designed as a stop for the plug nut to prevent

accidental disassembly. After you have tightened the floating nut,

slide the retaining ring back up the plug to retain the nut.

Power supply

D3297-2

D3265-2

Supply (0 V)

Supply (+12 V DC)12 A fuse

Socket

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•The tiller pilot requires its own dedicated power supply – it cannot

source its power from SeaTalk.

•Power should be taken directly from the boat’s central

distribution panel and protected with a 12 A fuse or equivalent

circuit breaker.

The following table shows the minimum cable size acceptable for the

power supply:

IMPORTANT:

Correct power cable size is critical for correct autopilot

operation. If in doubt, use a heavier gauge cable than specified. A

lighter gauge cable might cause a voltage drop between the

supply and the autopilot. This will reduce the power at the tiller.

SeaTalk cabling

CAUTION:

Protect the power supply for the SeaTalk 12 V (red) line with a

5 A fuse (or equivalent circuit breaker) fitted as close to the tiller

pilot as possible.

Cable length Copper area AWG

Up to 2.5 m (8 ft) 1.5 mm216

Up to 4 m (13 ft) 2.5 mm214

D366-2

Supply (0 V)

Supply (+12 V DC)12 A fuse

Socket

Yellow (SeaTalk data)

Screen (SeaTalk 0 V)

Red (SeaTalk 12 V)

with 5 A fuse

SeaTalk

instruments

SeaTalk

interface cable

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If required, the tiller pilot can be wired to the SeaTalk bus using a

suitable SeaTalk interface cable (part numbers: D229 flat moulded

plug, D179 male round plug, D181 female round plug).

Connect the SeaTalk cable to the tiller pilot socket as shown below.

As well as sharing SeaTalk data, the tiller pilot can also be used to

supply power to the SeaTalk instruments.

Raymarine produce a range of SeaTalk accessory cables you can use

to connect the tiller pilot to SeaTalk instruments and control units:

•flat plugs for recent SeaTalk equipment (e.g. ST30, ST40, ST60)

•round plugs for older SeaTalk equipment (e.g. ST50)

Conversion cables - flat moulded plug to round plug

Extension cables - flat moulded plugs at each end

D5554-1

Part no. Type Length

D187 Flat moulded plug to male round plug 0.15 m (6 in)

D188 Flat moulded plug to female round plug 0.3 m (12 in)

Interface cables - flat moulded/round plug to bare ends

Part no. Type Length

D229 Flat moulded plug to bare ends 1 m (3 ft 3 in)

D179 Male round plug to bare ends 3 m (9 ft 10 in)

D181 Female round plug to bare ends 3 m (9 ft 10 in)

Part no. Type Length

D284 Flat moulded plugs at each end 1 m (3 ft 3 in)

D285 Flat moulded plugs at each end 3 m (9 ft 10 in)

D286 Flat moulded plugs at each end 5 m (16 ft 5 in)

D287 Flat moulded plugs at each end 9 m (29 ft 6 in)

D288 Flat moulded plugs at each end 20 m (65 ft 6 in)

Extension cables - round plugs at each end

Part no. Type Length

D124 Male round plug to female round plug 1 m (3 ft 3 in)

D125 Male round plug to female round plug 3 m (9 ft 10 in)

D126 Male round plug to female round plug 6 m (19 ft 8 in)

D154 Male round plug to female round plug 9 m (29 ft 6 in)

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Remote control cabling

If required, you can operate the tiller pilot using:

•a full-function ST600R remote control unit (part no: A12016), or

•a SeaTalk hand-held remote control (part no: Z101)

The following illustration shows how to connect a remote control.

NMEA cabling

If required, you can connect a NMEA navigator or wind instrument to

the tiller pilot. It can then use this information for Track and

WindTrim modes.

Recognized NMEA data

The following table lists the recognized NMEA sentences.

D3279-2

Supply (0 V)

Supply (+12 V DC)12 A fuse

Socket

SeaTalk cable

SeaTalk

cable*

Yellow (SeaTalk data)

Screen (SeaTalk 0 V)

Red (SeaTalk 12 V)

with 5 A fuse

SeaTalk

instruments

SeaTalk

socket

Z101 remote

ST600R remote

or

*If you only need to connect a remote, wire

this SeaTalk cable into the tiller pilot socket

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Connecting NMEA and SeaTalk

Information NMEA 0183 data

Cross Track Error APB, APA,RMB, XTE, XTR

Bearing to Waypoint APB, BPI, BWR, BWC, BER, BEC, RMB

Distance to Waypoint WDR, WDC, BPI, BWR, BWC, BER,

BEC, RMB

Waypoint Number APA, APB,BPI, BWR, WDR, BWC,

WDC, RMB, BOD, WCV, BER, BEC

Speed Through Water VHW

Apparent Wind Angle and Speed VWR

D3662-2

Supply (0 V)

Supply (+12 V DC)12 A fuse

Socket

NMEA -

NMEA +

Navigator

or wind

instrument

with NMEA

output

D3280-2

Supply (0 V)

Supply (+12 V DC)

12 A fuse

NMEA -

NMEA +

Navigator

or wind

instrument

with NMEA

output

SeaTalk

instruments

Yellow

(SeaTalk

data)

Screen (0 V)

Red (12 V)

with 5 A fuse

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Chapter 5: Commissioning the Tiller Pilot

This chapter explains how to commission your tiller pilot after

installation. This consists of a number of simple functional tests

followed by a short sea trial.

5.1 Functional tests

Switch on

1. Switch on the main power breaker.

2. The autopilot should beep and display the pilot number (ST1000

or ST2000).

3. Within 2 seconds, the display should show a flashing ‘C’ followed

by the compass heading (for example, C 234). This shows the

autopilot is active.

Note: If the tiller pilot does not beep or display the compass heading,

please refer to the Fault Finding section (see page 28).

Operating sense

The operating sense defines the direction the tiller pilot will apply

helm when a course change key is pressed or the boat goes off course.

To check the operating sense:

1. Place the pushrod end over the tiller pin.

2. Press +10.

3. The helm should move to produce a turn to starboard.

4. If the helm produces a turn to port, refer to the following

instructions on reversing the operating sense.

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Reversing the operating sense

If necessary, reverse the operating sense can be reversed as follows:

1. Press -1 and +1 together for 5 seconds.

2. The display shows the new operating sense (port or starboard) for

5 seconds, and then the autopilot reverts to normal operation.

Checking the navigation interface

If you have connected the tiller pilot to a navigator, check the

interface as follows:

1. Set up a track on the navigator to give a Cross Track Error

between 0 nm and 0.3 nm.

2. Enter Auto mode by pressing auto.

3. Enter Track mode by pressing -10 and +10 together.

4. An alarm will sound and the display will alternate between the

bearing to waypoint and the direction the boat will turn to

acquire it.

5. Make sure that it is safe to turn onto the new course, then press

-10 and +10 again.

6. If the navigator is connected correctly, the display will begin to

cycle through the available navigation data:

D208-2

D3267-2

Locked heading

Distance to waypoint

(if available)

Bearing to waypoint

(if available)

Cross track error

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Navigation error screens

If the display shows either of the following error displays, the cause is

either:

•a wiring error, or

•the navigator is not configured to transmit the required data

format

Track data not received

This error message indicates that data has not been received. The

most likely reason is a cabling error – either open circuit, short circuit

or wires reversed.

Track data error

This error message indicates that the navigator has lost its fix. Refer to

the navigator handbook for further action.

D3268-2

D3269-2

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Checking the wind instrument interface

If you have connected the tiller pilot to a wind instrument, check the

data link as follows:

1. Press standby and auto together.

2. The tiller pilot should display a ‘W’ followed by the locked

heading.

If the display continues to show a flashing ‘C’ and the current heading,

the tiller pilot is not receiving any wind data. The most likely reason is

a cabling error – either open circuit, short circuit or wires reversed.

Checking the SeaTalk interface

If you have linked the tiller pilot to other instruments or control units

via SeaTalk, check the link as follows:

1. Press standby.

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2. Select display illumination level 0 (LAMP 0) on any other SeaTalk

instrument or autopilot control unit.

3. The tiller pilot should immediately respond by switching off its

display illumination. If the illumination does not switch off, there

is a cabling fault between the tiller pilot and the instruments or

control unit.

5.2 Initial sea trial

CAUTION:

Failure to carry out the sea trial may result in impaired autopilot

performance on some compass headings.

When you have checked that the system is operating correctly, you

must complete a short sea trial to calibrate the compass.

The tiller pilot has a built-in calibration capability so you can

fine-tune it to suit your boat, its steering system and its dynamic

steering characteristics.

As supplied from the factory, the autopilot is calibrated to provide

safe, stable control for most boats.

•Do not attempt to make any permanent changes to the

recommended calibration values until you have completed the

sea trial.

•You must carry out the initial sea trial in conditions of light wind

and calm water – so you can assess the autopilot’s performance

without the influence of strong winds or large waves.

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Before starting the sea trial

Before carrying out the sea trial, you should:

•check the calibration settings and, if necessary, reset them to the

default values (see page 63)

•check the installation to make sure that it is not affected by radio

transmissions, engine starting, etc.

Calibrating the compass

Automatic compass deviation correction

By completing the following compass correction procedure, the tiller

pilot can correct its own internal fluxgate compass for most deviating

magnetic fields. You should complete the Compass Deviation

Correction at the beginning of your sea trial.

To complete the compass correction:

1. Extend or retract the pushrod so you can place the pushrod end

onto the tiller pin.

2. Press and hold standby for 1 second – a series of dashes will

cycle around the display.

3. Keeping boat speed below 2 knots, use the -10 and +10 keys to

turn the boat in slow circles. You should take at least 3 minutes to

complete each 360°.

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4. Keep turning your boat until the display changes to show the

amount of deviation the autopilot has detected (this should take

between 11/2 t o2 complete circles). The deviation alternates with

the autopilot’s current heading every second.

Heading alignment

1. Use the -1 and +1 keys to increase or decrease the displayed

heading until it agrees with the heading on the boat’s steering

compass, or a known transit bearing.

2. Exit compass linearization and heading alignment and store the

compass correction/alignment values as follows:

•press and hold standby for 1 second until the pilot beeps

•or, to exit without saving any new settings, press standby

momentarily

Note: For installations where an ST50 or ST30 Steering Compass

instrument is connected to the SeaTalk bus, and the Steering

Compass has a fluxgate transducer connected, it is only necessary to

carry out the auto deviation correction on the Steering Compass

Instrument (refer to Steering Compass handbook instructions).

D3273-2

11/2 – 2 circles

• boat's speed below 2 knots

• each complete circle should take 3 minutes

D3274-2

Current heading

Deviation

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Further adjustments to heading alignment

If the heading alignment requires further adjustment, enter Compass

Deviation Correction again by pressing standby for 1 second.

1. Press auto to skip Deviation Correction and proceed to Heading

Alignment.

2. Adjust the heading as described above.

Autopilot operation

Having calibrated the compass, the following procedure is

recommended to familiarize yourself with autopilot operation:

1. Steer onto a compass heading and hold the course steady.

2. Place the pushrod end over the tiller pin.

3. Press auto to lock onto the current heading. The tiller pilot should

achieve a constant heading in calm sea conditions.

4. Alter course to port or starboard in multiples of 1° and 10°.

5. Press standby and remove the pilot to return to hand steering.

5.3 Adjusting autopilot performance

The factory setting for rudder gain provides stable control for initial

sea trials. However, different boats can vary widely in their response

to the helm and further adjustment to the rudder gain may improve the

autopilot’s steering characteristics.

Port Starboard

oror

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The following test will determine whether the rudder gain is set too

high or too low.

1. In clear water and with the autopilot in Auto mode, alter course to

starboard by 40° by pressing +10 four times.

•At cruising speeds, a course change of 40° should result in a

crisp turn followed by an overshoot of no more than 5°.

If this occurs the rudder gain is set correctly.

•If rudder gain is too high, the 40° course c ha nge w ill resul t in a

distinct overshoot of more than 5° (A).

Correct this oversteer by reducing the rudder gain setting.

•If rudder gain is too low, the boat’s steering performance will

be sluggish – it will take a long time to make the 40° turn and

there will be no overshoot (B).

Correct this understeer by increasing the rudder gain setting.

Note: It is easier to recognize these actions in calm sea conditions

where wave action does not mask basic steering performance.

2. Refer to the calibration menu diagram in Chapter 6: Adjusting

Tiller Pilot Settings, for instructions on how to adjust the rudder

gain setting.

3. Repeat the test until you achieve crisp course changes with no

more than 5° of overshoot.

You should set the rudder gain to the lowest setting consistent with

accurate course keeping. This will minimize drive movements and

reduce power consumption and wear and tear.

New

heading

New

heading

A

New

heading

B

Correct

rudder gain

Rudder gain

too high

Rudder gain

too low

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6 Adjusting Tiller Pilot Settings

Chapter 6: Adjusting Tiller Pilot Settings

6.1 Introduction

The tiller pilot is calibrated at the factory to provide stable

performance for most boats. However, you can fine tune many of the

calibration features to match your personal preferences, and the type

of boat and steering system.

Note: You should carry out an initial sea trial before adjusting any of

the calibration features.

You might need to adjust the tiller pilot calibration settings if:

•the pilot does not maintain a selected heading

•the rudder activity is too high or the course keeping is not tight

enough.

•the boat appears to be unstable on Northerly headings (or

Southerly headings in the southern hemisphere)

•you operate in Track Control mode without a speed instrument

•you wish to change the Off Course alarm angle

The calibration menu allows you to adjust the following parameters

from their factory default settings:

•rudder gain

•average cruise speed

•off course alarm limit

•variation

•Northerly/Southerly turning error compensation

•boat’s current latitude

•rudder damping

Adjusting calibration values

The flow chart on the next page shows how to:

•enter the calibration menu

•scroll through the calibration menu

•adjust the calibration values

•quit calibration

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SECONDS

SECONDS

QUITTING CALIBRATION

WITHOUT SAVING CHANGES

QUITTING CALIBRATION AND

SAVING ANY CHANGES

ADJUSTING CALIBRATION

FEATURES

OR

REPEAT THE ABOVE KEYPRESS

WITHIN 10 SECONDS TO ENTER CALIBRATION

Calibration menu

D3344-2

1 = Rudder gain

5 = Average cruise speed

6 = Off course alarm angle

9 = Local magnetic variation

10 = Northerly/Southerly

turning error correction

11 = Current boat latitude

13 = Rudder damping

Does not appear if Level 10 is set to 0.

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Calibration features

•The number on the left identifies the calibration feature and the

number on the right the currently selected value.

•You can enter the calibration menu to view the existing values

without altering them. After viewing the value, a momentary

press of standby returns the pilot to its normal operating mode

without affecting the previous settings.

•If the display shows CAL OFF when you try to enter calibration,

refer to page 66.

Default calibration values

The following table shows the default calibration values. These will

provide safe performance for initial sea trial.

Note: Calibration Levels 2,3,4,7,8 and 12 are not available. If

Calibration Level 10 is set to 0, level 11 will also be omitted.

No. Feature Default setting Adjusted values

1 Rudder gain 5

5Average cruise speed 8

6 Off course alarm angle 20

9 Local magnetic variation Off (– –)

10 North/South turning error

correction

Off (0)

11 Boat’s current latitude 0

13 Rudder damping 3

Calibration feature Value

D167-07a

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6.2 Calibrating the tiller pilot

Calibration Level 1: Rudder gain

Use Calibration Level 1 to adjust the rudder gain. This must be set

when your boat is under way, as described on page 58.

Calibration Level 5: cruise speed

Use Calibration Level 5 to set the boat’s normal cruising speed for

operation in Track mode.

When interfacing with a navigation system, the tiller pilot uses the

boat’s average cruising speed to perform track calculations.

Note: If a SeaTalk speed instrument is connected, boat speed data

will be transmitted directly to the autopilot.

Calibration Level 6: off course alarm angle

Use Calibration Level 6 to set the off course alarm angle. This alarm

warns you if the autopilot is unable to maintain its set course.

The off course alarm operates if the autopilot strays off course, by

more than the set value, for more than 20 seconds.

You can set the limit in 1° increments between 15° and 40°.

D3264-2

Locked heading

Boat heading

15˚ minimum

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Calibration Level 9: magnetic variation

Use Calibration Level 9 to input the level of magnetic variation

present at the boat’s current position.

•-ve variation = west

•+ve variation = east

The tiller pilot transmits this value onto the SeaTalk bus, so it can be

picked up by other SeaTalk instruments.

Calibration Level 10: heading error correction

Use Calibration Level 10 to switch on Northerly or Southerly heading

error correction:

•0 = Off

•1 = Northern Hemisphere, 2 = Southern Hemisphere

You might notice that the autopilot tends to be a little less stable on

Northerly headings in the higher latitudes of the Northern hemisphere

(or Southerly headings in the Southern hemisphere).

This is caused by the increasing angle of dip of the earth’s magnetic

field at higher latitudes, which has the effect of amplifying rudder

response on Northerly (Southerly) headings. This error affects all

magnetic compasses and gets worse further away from the equator.

With heading error correction switched on, the tiller pilot can

compensate for this error by automatically adjusting the autopilot

gain (depending on heading). This will provide precise course

keeping on all headings.

D3263-2

North

without

compensation

North

with

compensation

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Calibration Level 11: boat’s current latitude

When you have switched on heading error correction (Level 10), you

need to use Calibration Level 11 to input the boat’s current latitude

(to the nearest degree).

Set the latitude using the -1, +1, -10 and +10 keys.

Note: If the correction is switched off in Calibration Level 10 (i.e. set

to ‘0’),Level 11 will be omitted. When you press the auto key in

Calibration Level 10 you will advance to Level 13.

Calibration Level 13: rudder damping

Adjust the value in Calibration Level 13 if the tiller drive ‘hunts’

when trying to position the rudder.

•you can select 9 stages of rudder damping – initially, this option

should be set to 3

•if the autopilot is over-active in calm conditions, increase the

damping

•if the course keeping is not tight enough, decrease the damping

•adjust the damping one stage at a time

Controlling access to calibration

You can prevent unauthorized access to calibration as follows:

1. Press and hold -1 and standby together for 10 seconds until the

display shows CAL OFF:

2. Toggle the calibration access between On and OFF using the -1 and

+1 keys.

3. Store the setting by pressing -1 and standby for 10 seconds until

the tiller drive returns to normal operation.

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ST1000+ and ST2000+

tiller drives: socket template

Drill 2.5 mm (3/32 inch)

diameter pilot hole (4 positions)

Drill 21 mm (53/64 inch)

diameter hole

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Index 69

A

Adjusting autopilot performance 58

Adjusting tiller pilot settings 61–66

Alarms and warnings

Large XTE 17, 21

Off course alarm 11

Track data error 21

Track data not received 21

Waypoint advance 19, 22

Wind shift 24

Auto mode 8–14

Automatic deadband 12

AutoTack 10

Changing course 9

Dodging obstacles 10

Entering Auto mode 8

Exiting Auto mode 8

Navigation information pages 12

Off course alarm 11

Return to previous heading 11

Auto Seastate 12

Automatic deviation correction 56

B

Boat’s current latitude 66

C

Cabling

NMEA 49

Power 47

Remote control (optional) 49

SeaTalk 47

Calibration 61–66

Access 66

Default values 63

Level 01 - Rudder gain 58, 64

Level 05 - Cruise speed 64

Level 06 - Off course alarm angle 64

Level 09 - Magnetic variation 65

Level 10 - Heading error 65

Level 11 - Boat’s current latitude 66

Level 13 - Rudder damping 66

Cantilever mounting 41

Changing course 9, 13

Commissioning the tiller pilot 51–59

Adjusting rudder gain 58

Functional tests 51–55

Initial sea trial 55–58

Compass calibration 56–58

Deviation correction 56

Heading alignment 57

Cross track error 17

Cruise speed 64

Current latitude 66

D

Display illumination 14

Dodging obstacles 10, 19

E

EMC

Installation guidelines 34

Servicing and safety guidelines 27

F

Fault finding 28

Functional test

Navigation interface 52

Operating sense 51

SeaTalk interface 54

Switch on 51

Wind instrument interface 54

H

Heading alignment 57

Heading error correction 65

I

Illumination 14

Initial sea trial

Checking autopilot operation 58

Compass deviation correction 56

Heading alignment 57

Installation 33–50

Index

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Cabling

NMEA 49

Power 47

SeaTalk 47

EMC guidelines 34

Parts supplied 33

Socket 45

Tiller drive 36–44

L

Lighting 14

M

Magnetic variation 65

Maintenance 27

Mounting socket 38

N

Navigation information pages 12

NMEA

Cabling 49

Recognized data 49

Northerly heading error correction 65

O

Off course alarm 11

Off course alarm angle 64

Operating modes 7–25

Auto mode 8–14

Track mode 15–22

WindTrim mode 23–25

Operating sense, reversing 52

P

Parts supplied 33

Pedestal socket mounting 43

Power

Cabling 47

Socket installation 45

Product support 28

Pushrod extensions 38

R

Recognized NMEA data 49

Remote control cabling 49

Return to previous heading 11

Rudder damping 66

Rudder gain 58, 64

S

SeaTalk

Accessory cables 48

Cabling 47

Servicing 27

Socket installation 45

Southerly heading error correction 65

Specifications 2

T

Tiller drive installation 36–44

Cantilever mounting 41

Mounting socket 38

Pedestal socket mounting 43

Pushrod extensions 38

Tiller brackets 40

Tiller pin 38

Tiller pin (Non-standard) 44

Track mode 15–22

Cross track error 17

Dodging obstacles 19

Entering Track mode 15

Automatic acquisition 15

Manual acquisition 16

Exiting Track mode 17

Safety 20

Tidal stream compensation 18

Warning messages 21

Waypoint arrival/advance 19

W

WindTrim mode 23–25

Entering WindTrim mode 23

Exiting WindTrim mode 24

Return to previous wind 24

Wind shift alarm 24

X

XTE (Cross track error) 17

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