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Raymarine Autohelm ST6000 User Manual

Raymarine Autohelm ST6000
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Raymarine Autohelm ST6000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeAutopilot System
ModelST6000
DisplayLCD
Drive TypeLinear or Rotary
Drive UnitSeparate
Power Supply12V DC
Data InterfaceSeaTalk
NMEA InterfaceNMEA 0183
CompassFluxgate
Rudder FeedbackYes
CompatibilityRaymarine SeaTalk

Summary

Operator Controls

Auto

Engages automatic steering and maintains current heading.

Course Changes

Alters course to port or starboard in 1 and 10-degree increments.

Standby

Disengages the autopilot for manual steering.

Track

Selects the built-in track control for steering under navigation system supervision.

Response

Adjusts course keeping response level and rudder gain.

Illumination

Controls the display illumination level.

Additional Displays

Main Display

Shows primary information like heading or standby status.

Compass Heading

Displays the current compass heading.

Rudder Angle

Shows the current rudder angle.

Locked Course

Displays the locked course heading.

Cross Track Error

Indicates deviation from the desired track.

Bearing to Waypoint

Shows the bearing to the target waypoint.

Distance to Waypoint

Displays the distance to the target waypoint.

Waypoint Number

Shows the current waypoint number.

Watch Alarm

Activates an alarm for monitoring purposes.

Additional Information for Sailing Vessels

Autotack

Built-in function to turn the vessel through 100 degrees.

Wind Trim (Windvane Operation)

Supervises autopilot by apparent wind direction.

Display of Wind Angle

Shows apparent wind angle and tack sense on display.

Wind Change Alarm

Alerts if apparent wind angle changes significantly.

Operating Hints

Response Level Adjustment

Sets one of three response levels for course keeping.

Track

Guidance for optimal use of track control.

Waypoint Advance

How the system advances to the next waypoint.

Automatic Trim

Automatic correction for vessel trim changes.

Rudder Gain Adjustment (Sail)

Adjusts rudder gain for sail vessel steering performance.

Rudder Gain Adjustment (Powercraft)

Adjusts rudder gain for powercraft steering performance.

Unsatisfactory Steering Performance

Troubleshooting tips for poor steering.

Maintenance

Safety

Fault Location Procedure

Warranty, After Sales Service

System Description

Course Computer

Houses the microprocessor, control circuitry, and power amplifier.

Control Unit

Designed for above or below deck mounting, accepts navigation data.

Fluxgate Compass

Provides accurate readings with pitch and roll movements.

Rudder Reference Transducer

Provides precise rudder position to the course computer.

Type CR Interface Unit

Connects to solenoids on hydraulic power packs.

Drive Systems

Details various drive units available for the system.

Rotary Drive

Couples to steering mechanism via chain drive.

Linear Drive

Couples directly to the rudder stock at the tiller arm.

Stern Drive

Actuator for power assisted stern drive steering systems.

Hydraulic Drive

Hydraulic drive units dependent on vessel size and displacement.

Constant Running Power Pack

Provides autopilot drive system for high steering loads.

Installation

Course Computer

Mounting position and instructions for the course computer.

Control Unit

Mounting position and instructions for the control unit.

Fluxgate Compass

Positioning and mounting precautions for the fluxgate compass.

Rudder Reference Transducer

Mounting and alignment of the rudder reference unit.

Drive Systems

Details installation procedures for various drive systems.

Rotary Drive

Installation instructions for the rotary drive unit.

Linear Drive

Installation instructions for the linear drive unit.

Stern Drive

Installation instructions for the stern drive actuator.

Hydraulic Drive

General guidelines and installation for hydraulic drive units.

Cabling and Power Supplies

Wiring and power supply connection details.

Signal Cabling

Details for connecting signal cables between components.

Sea Talk Bus

Connection details for SeaTalk units.

NMEA Input

Connecting NMEA data input to the control unit.

D.C. Power Supply

Requirements for the vessel's central DC power supply.

Stern Drive Actuator

Specific installation for the stern drive actuator.

Functional Test

Switch On

Procedure for switching on the system and initial checks.

Rudder Angle Sense

Checks the rudder angle transducer's sensing direction.

Mechanical Test (Manual Steering)

Verifies system integrity during manual steering.

Rudder Angle Alignment

Ensures zero rudder angle display when rudder is amidships.

Operating Sense

Checks the direction of rudder movement with Auto engage.

Rudder Deadband

Sets the deadband for stable rudder positioning.

Mechanical Test (Autopilot Steering)

Verifies system integrity during autopilot steering.

Mechanical Test - Stern Drive (Autopilot Steering)

Tests stern drive actuator auto release function.

Rudder Angle Limit

Sets the maximum rudder angle the autopilot can move.

Calibration

Recommended Settings

Lists suggested calibration settings for different vessel types.

Selecting and Exiting from Calibration Mode

Procedure for entering and exiting calibration mode.

Adjusting Calibration

How to adjust calibration parameters like limits and gain.

Display Contrast Adjustment

Adjusts the LCD screen contrast for optimal viewing.

Recorded Calibration Settings

Table to record fine-tuned calibration settings.

Rudder and Rate Gain Tables

Reference tables for rudder and rate gain values.

Initial Sea Trials

Automatic Deviation Correction

Corrects fluxgate compass for magnetic deviation.

First Sea Trials

Basic steps for initial sea trials in calm conditions.

Response Control

Explains the three response levels for course keeping.

Automatic Trim Control

Automatic correction for trim changes during operation.

Rudder Gain Adjustment (Displacement Craft)

Adjusts rudder gain for displacement hull performance.

Rudder Gain Adjustment (High Speed Planing Craft)

Adjusts rudder gain for high-speed planing hull performance.

Manual Override (Stern Drive Actuators only)

Enables manual steering override for stern drive systems.

Rate Gain Adjustment (Counter Rudder)

Adjusts rate gain for improved course keeping accuracy.

Compass Alignment

Procedure to align the compass without automatic deviation correction.

Track Control

Functional Test

Confirms navigation data reception for track control.

Operating Hints

Guidance for optimizing track control performance.

Windvane Control (Sail Only)

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