MCP - Outputs
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Commissioning
Each mode indicator is assigned a specific output through the DSC Setup
Software in the SCP Configuration Window (see section 4.1.1
) or through
the DSC’s keypad entry SCP menu (see section 4.2.2
). The fault indicator
and audio indicator outputs can also be turned on or off through the same
windows.
2.4.2 Rudder Angle Indicator
Description
This output provides signals to display the actual position of the rudder
being controlled by the DSC. The signal providing information for this
output is derived from the rudder feedback unit connected to the DSC.
Therefore, this rudder angle indicator signal is not independent of the
steering control system as is required for classification purposes.
Specifications
Signal Format .............................. Differential voltage
Max. Output Voltage .................... ±500 mV
Max. Output Current .................... ±20 mA
Connector ....................................3.81mm pitch pluggable screw terminals
Installation
If the rudder angle indication is backwards reverse +/-RAI leads at the
indicator.
Commissioning
Rudder angle indicators connected to this output will require an
adjustment to ensure that the indicator reads the proper port and
starboard hard over angles as well as the zero degree midship position.
The procedure for making this adjustment through the DSC Setup
Software is described in section 4.1.2
or through the keypad setup in
section 4.2.5
.
2.4.3 Analog Device #1 Rudder Order Indicator
Description
The analog rudder order indicator output displays the current rudder
position command present at the FFU Analog Command Device #1. This
output will always reflect the Analog Command Device #1 even when it is
Doc No.: MAN01504, 20-02-06 DSC 100 & MCP 100 Manual
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