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Furuno AUTOPILOT FAP-300 User Manual

Furuno AUTOPILOT FAP-300
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Furuno AUTOPILOT FAP-300 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandFuruno
ModelAUTOPILOT FAP-300
CategoryMarine Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Safety Warning Levels

Explains DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION notices.

SYSTEM CONFIGURATIONS

Hydraulic Steering Boat with Engine Pump

Configuration for boats with an engine pump.

Hydraulic Steering Boat with Engine Pump and Valve Unit

Configuration for boats with engine pump and valve unit.

Hydraulic Steering Boat with Motor Pump

Configuration for boats with a motor pump.

INSTALLATION OF UNITS

Installation Guidelines

Covers mounting locations and cabling recommendations for unit installation.

Rudder Reference Unit Installation

Details mounting considerations for the Rudder Reference Unit.

REMOTE CONTROLLERS

Controller Setup and Connection Examples

Instructions for hand-held, multi-controller setup, and connection examples.

RUDDER TELLTALE UNIT (FAP-6501)

Data Reception and Power Connection

Explains data output and power supply connection for the Rudder Telltale Unit.

COLOR PLOTTER GP-3100 OR GD-3100

Data Output and Connection to Control Unit

Details receiving autopilot data and connecting to the Control Unit.

SETTING DIP SWITCHES AND JUMPERS

DIP Switch and Jumper Locations

Identifies DIP switches and jumpers on control and processor units.

Display and Heading Reference Settings

Configures display items and directional heading reference.

Remote Controller, Sea State, and NAV Mode Settings

Sets controller type, sea state, and NAV mode functions.

Rudder Angle, Watch Alarm, and Default Settings

Sets rudder angle limits, enables watch alarm, and lists default settings.

NAVAID CONNECTION

NMEA 0183 Sentences and FAP-300 Compatibility

Details NMEA 0183 sentences and their use with the FAP-300.

CHECKS AFTER INSTALLATION

Function Test Procedure

Step-by-step guide for conducting a post-installation function test.

Heading Sensor Calibration

Procedures for calibrating the heading sensor to improve performance.

SETTING OF STEERING CHARACTERISTICS

Setting Modes: Initial and User

Explains INITIAL SETTING and USER'S modes for steering adjustments.

Dockside Setup and Remote Controller Settings

Registers settings for dockside setup and remote controller functions.

Rudder Angle Limitation and Sea-Trial Setup

Sets rudder angle limits and guides for sea-trial setup.

Modifying Steering Characteristics

Adjusts rudder ratio, weather, counter rudder, and trim sensitivity.

Course Changing Speed and Steering Record

Adjusts course changing speed and records steering characteristics.

MAINTENANCE

Self-Test and LED Status Check

Performs self-tests and checks LED status for proper operation.

DIP Switch Settings and Segment Test

Explains DIP switch settings and LCD segment test procedures.

EQUIPMENT LIST

Standard and Optional Equipment

Lists standard and optional equipment supplied with the autopilot system.

DIAGRAMS

Interconnection Diagram

Shows the overall system interconnection between units.

Schematic Diagram

Provides the detailed schematic diagram of the system.

Outline Drawings: Control Units

Dimensional drawings for various Control Unit mounting types.

Outline Drawings: Processor Unit

Dimensional drawings for the Processor Unit.

Outline Drawings: Rudder Reference Units

Dimensional drawings for Rudder Reference Units.

Outline Drawings: Heading Sensor and Controllers

Dimensional drawings for Heading Sensor and Remote Controllers.

Outline Drawings: Telltale Units and Distributor

Dimensional drawings for Rudder Telltale Units and Distributor.

Outline Drawings: Rudder Reference Unit Installation

Dimensional drawings for Rudder Reference Unit installation.

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