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Raytheon Anschütz NautoPilot 5000 Series User Manual

Raytheon Anschütz NautoPilot 5000 Series
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Edition: 003
Raytheon Anschütz GmbH
Zeyestr. 16-24
24106 Kiel
Germany
www.raytheon-anschuetz.com
NautoPilot® 5000 Series
Operator Manual
NP 5100
NP 5300
NP 5400
NP 5500
NautoPilot® Operator Unit 102- 890 NG001/NG002/NG003
Additional Autopilot Control Unit

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Raytheon Anschütz NautoPilot 5000 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandRaytheon Anschütz
ModelNautoPilot 5000 Series
CategoryMarine Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Instructions

General Safety Precautions

General safety advice for operating the autopilot, including traffic checks and monitoring.

Touchscreen Operation Safety

Safety guidelines for operating the touchscreen display to prevent damage or misuse.

Personnel Qualification Required

Emphasizes that configuration, adjustment, and operation require trained personnel.

1 Description

NautoPilot® Types Overview

Overview of NautoPilot® 5100, 5300, 5400, and 5500 types and their features.

Additional Autopilot Control Unit (AACU)

Details on the optional AACU, its components, and graphical representation capabilities.

Application Types: Standalone vs. Integrated

Explanation of standalone and integrated application modes for the NautoPilot®.

1.1 About the manuals

Information on the Operator Manual and Service Manual for the NautoPilot®.

1.2 Technical Data

Specification details including mechanical and electrical data for the NautoPilot®.

1.3 Explanation of parameters and operation modes

Detailed explanation of various parameters and operational modes of the NautoPilot®.

1.3.1 Yawing

Explanation of the Yawing parameter, its range, and effect on autopilot performance.

1.3.2 Rudder

Explanation of the Rudder parameter for heading deviation correction and its impact.

1.3.3 Counter rudder

Details on the Counter Rudder parameter for controlling ship turning speed during maneuvers.

1.3.4 Ship Load (for Adaptive mode only)

Explanation of the Ship Load parameter for adaptive mode, based on ship load percentage.

1.3.5 Heading Monitor

Description of the Heading Monitor function for comparing gyro and magnetic headings.

1.3.6 OFF Heading

Explanation of the OFF Heading function and its alarm conditions.

1.3.7 Course Trim

Details on the Course Trim angle, its adjustment, and related alarms.

1.3.8 Track Econ

Explanation of the Track Econ parameter for adjusting Economy Mode in Track Control.

1.3.9 Acceleration Monitor (for NautoPilot® 5400 and 5500 only)

Details on the Acceleration Monitor feature for monitoring ship's cross acceleration.

1.3.10 Adaptive mode (Weather Adaptivity)

Explanation of Adaptive mode for optimal heading or Track Control via Economy/Precision.

1.3.11 Information about the Steering Switch

Information on the Steering Switch function essential for operating procedures.

1.4 Basic operation modes

Overview of fundamental operating modes for the NautoPilot®.

1.4.1 Explanation of used symbols

Explanation of symbols used in the autopilot modes and their meanings.

1.4.2 Standby and not ready (- - - - )

Explanation of Standby and 'not ready' statuses for the autopilot.

1.4.3 Operation mode Heading Control

Details on activating and performing Heading Control mode with the autopilot.

1.4.4 Operation mode Course Control (- not for NP 5100 -)

Explanation of Course Control mode, excluding NP 5100, and its operation.

1.4.5 Operation mode Track Control

Details on Track Control mode, its accuracies, and system requirements.

1.4.5.1 Starting Track Control by RAYTHEON Anschütz ECDIS

Procedure for starting Track Control mode using RAYTHEON Anschütz ECDIS.

1.4.5.1.1 Changing over to Track Control, GO- TO- WAYPOINT Maneuver

Procedure for GO- TO- WAYPOINT maneuvers when switching to Track Control.

1.4.5.1.2 Changing over to Track Control RETURN- TO- TRACK Maneuver

Procedure for RETURN- TO- TRACK maneuvers when switching to Track Control.

1.4.5.1.3 Track Change Maneuver

Explanation and procedure for executing a Track Change Maneuver.

1.4.5.1.4 Interruption of Track Control

Methods for interrupting Track Control and subsequent procedures.

1.4.5.1.5 Changing TO- WPT and NEXT- WPT without InterruptingTrack Control

Procedure for changing TO- WPT and NEXT- WPT without stopping Track Control.

1.4.5.1.6 End of Track

Procedure and alerts for recognizing the end of a track.

1.4.5.1.7 Error Considerations

Discussion of potential errors during Track Control and their handling.

1.4.5.1.7.1 No Position

Handling of 'No Position' errors during Track Control.

1.4.5.1.7.2 No or invalid Status from ECDIS

Handling of 'No or invalid Status from ECDIS' errors during Track Control.

1.4.5.1.7.3 Missing Waypoint (NP5500 only)

Handling of 'Missing Waypoint' alerts for NP5500 during Track Control.

1.4.5.1.7.4 Track Control Impossible (NP5500 only)

Conditions under which Track Control becomes impossible for NP5500.

1.4.6 Operation mode Waypoint Steering

Explanation of Waypoint Steering mode and its usage with navigation systems.

1.4.7 Manual

Description of the Manual mode for standalone and AS applications.

1.4.8 Override

Explanation of the Override mode when manual steering interrupts autopilot control.

2 Operation

2.1 Operation elements at the NautoPilot® Operator Unit

Overview of the NautoPilot® Operator Unit's physical and soft key elements.

2.2 Structure of parameter and adjustments

Diagram illustrating the structure for adjusting parameters and values in the NautoPilot®.

2.3 Touchscreen functions / adjustments

Guide to using touchscreen functions and making adjustments on the NautoPilot® display.

2.3.1 Tendency Bar

Explanation of the Tendency Bar display and its three forms of information.

2.3.2 Switching between night and day displays

Instructions on how to switch between preset day or night display modes.

2.3.3 Switching and Adjusting Rad/RoT

Procedure for switching and adjusting Rate of Turn (RoT) or Radius values.

2.3.4 Using and switching between Economy and Precision mode (not for NP 5100)

Guide to using and switching between Economy and Precision modes on NautoPilot®.

2.3.5 Displays for additional information and records

Overview of displays for additional information like plots, data, and monitors.

2.3.5.1 HDG/Rudder Plot display

Details on the HDG/Rudder Plot display showing recorded heading and rudder information.

2.3.5.2 Track Data display

Explanation of the Track Data display, showing track information and parameters.

2.3.5.3 NP 5000 Actual Rudder display

Description of the NP 5000 Actual Rudder display for rudder angle information.

2.3.5.4 Acceleration Monitor display (- only for NP 5400 and NP 5500 - )

Details on the Acceleration Monitor display for NP 5400 and NP 5500 models.

2.3.5.4.1 Application hints for the Acceleration Monitor

Guidance on using the Acceleration Monitor to adjust RAD/RoT limits effectively.

2.3.5.5 Position Monitoring display (- not for NP 5100 - )

Explanation of the Position Monitoring display and its functions, excluding NP 5100.

2.3.5.6 Ship Data display

Display showing essential ship data that can be edited in configuration mode.

2.3.6 Page function

Explanation of the Page function for changing parameters, values, and data sources.

2.3.6.1 Heading

Procedure for selecting the heading source for the autopilot system.

2.3.6.2 Speed

Explanation of speed sources and manual speed adjustment for the autopilot.

2.3.6.3 RoT & Radius

Guide to adjusting Rate of Turn (RoT) and Radius values for course changes.

2.3.6.4 Toe Angle

Explanation of the Toe Angle parameter for optimizing rudder control with two rudders.

2.3.6.5 Limit values

Details on setting and understanding limit values for autopilot functions.

2.3.6.6 Parameter settings

Instructions for setting and modifying various autopilot parameters.

2.3.7 Test of NautoPilot® Operator Unit

Procedure for testing the functions of the NautoPilot® Operator Unit.

2.3.8 Quick Tune

Information on using Quick Tune to store and apply parameter sets.

2.3.8.1 Calling up parameter sets

Procedure for calling up and selecting stored parameter sets.

2.3.8.2 Modification of a parameter set

Instructions on how to modify and save parameter sets.

3 Summary of possible adjustments, parameter settings and configurations

Acceleration Limit

Influence of RoT and speed. Threshold for acceleration monitor.

Acceleration Monitor

Influence of RoT and speed on the acceleration monitor.

Counter Rudder

Controller parameter influencing controller performance.

Course Trim

Alert activation caused by deviation between set course/track and actual heading.

Drift [kn]

Drift value for Dead Reckoning calculations.

Eco/Prec

Softkey for selecting Economy or Precision mode.

Heading

Selection of the heading source for autopilot operation.

Heading Monitor

Alert activation for differences between gyro and magnetic compass headings.

man. Speed

Manual speed input for autopilot control.

Off Heading

Alert activation for differences between set and actual heading.

Off Position Limit

Alert activation if GPS monitoring limit is exceeded.

Para / Mem

Function for calling up and adjusting parameter sets (non-adaptive mode).

Rad/RoT

Softkey for selecting heading change under RoT or radius control.

RoT

Rate of Turn value used for acceleration limit calculations.

Rudder

Controller parameter influencing controller performance.

Rudder Limit

Rudder limit for the controller function.

Set [deg]

Direction of drift for dead reckoning in position monitoring.

Ship Load

Typical ship behavior depending on load, used for steering control.

Speed

Speed value used for acceleration limit calculations.

Track Limit Autopilot

Autopilot alarm activation if the adjusted track limit is exceeded.

Warning

Activation/deactivation of warning function for the acceleration monitor.

Warning Threshold

Threshold in percent of acceleration limit for warnings.

Yawing

Controller parameter influencing controller performance.

4 Modes of operation, recommended adjustments/settings, examples

4.1 Explanation of symbols used at the Autopilot

Explanation of symbols used on the Autopilot for key actuation and indicators.

4.2 General notes and recommendations

General advice for configuration, operation, and safety of the autopilot system.

4.3 Heading Control

Procedure and preconditions for activating and using Heading Control mode.

4.3.1 Precondition for switching from Standby mode to Heading Control mode

Conditions required to switch the autopilot from Standby to Heading Control mode.

4.3.2 Procedure to switch from Standby or Override to Heading Control mode

Step-by-step guide to switch from Standby or Override to Heading Control mode.

4.3.3 Procedure to switch from Course Control mode to Heading Control mode

Procedure for switching from Course Control mode back to Heading Control mode.

4.3.4 Procedure to switch from Track Control mode to Heading Control mode

Procedure for switching from Track Control mode to Heading Control mode.

4.3.5 Switching off the Heading Control mode

Methods for leaving Heading Control mode and switching to other modes.

4.3.6 Heading change in Heading Control mode

Explanation of the three ways to order a heading change in Heading Control mode.

4.3.6.1 Preselected heading change in Heading Control mode

Procedure for changing the preselected heading value using the rotary knob and SET button.

4.3.6.2 Direct heading change in Heading Control mode

Procedure for performing a direct heading change by pressing and turning the rotary knob.

4.4 Course Control

Details and preconditions for activating and using Course Control mode.

4.4.1 Preconditions for switching to Course Control mode

Checks required before switching to Course Control mode.

4.4.2 Procedure to switch from Heading Control mode to Course Control mode

Procedure for switching from Heading Control to Course Control mode.

4.4.3 Procedure to switch from Track Control mode to Course Control mode

Note that direct switch from Track Control to Course Control is not possible.

4.4.4 Switching off Course Control mode

Methods for switching off Course Control mode by changing to other modes.

4.4.5 AS application

Procedure for switching off Course Control mode in an AS application.

4.4.6 Course change in Course Control mode

Methods for changing the Course Over Ground (COG) value in Course Control mode.

4.4.7 Lost position value in Course Control mode

Handling and consequences of losing position data in Course Control mode.

4.5 Track Control

Overview of Track Control mode, its requirements, and data sources.

4.5.1 Track Control mode with RAYTHEON Anschütz ECDIS

Details on starting Track Control mode using RAYTHEON Anschütz ECDIS.

4.5.2 Preconditions for switching to Track Control mode

Checks to be made before switching to Track Control with RAYTHEON Anschütz ECDIS.

4.5.3 Waypoint steering mode in combination with GPS, chart plotter or equivalent navigation system

Instructions for using Waypoint Steering mode with GPS/chart plotter systems.

4.5.4 Switching off Track Control and Waypoint Steering mode

Procedures for stopping Track Control and Waypoint Steering modes.

5 Description Additional Autopilot Control Unit (AACU)

5.1 Switching ON / OFF

Procedure for switching the NautoPilot® Operator Unit and AACU ON and OFF.

5.2 Operation elements of the Additional Autopilot Control Unit

Overview of the operational elements and sections of the AACU.

5.2.1 Date and Time Information

Display section showing Date, UTC, and local time information.

5.2.2 Navigation

Display section showing navigational sensor information and quality indicators.

5.2.3 Autopilot Values

Section displaying current values set on the NautoPilot®.

5.2.4 Menu

Access to the menu for general settings and configuration options.

5.2.5 Panel

Display section showing current panel mode and settings.

5.2.6 Control

Section for activating Autopilot control and adjusting rudder limit.

5.3 Using the Joystick

Guide on operating the joystick for controlling autopilot functions.

5.4 Operation

Overview of controlling the NautoPilot® using the AACU.

5.4.1 Heading Control

Procedure for activating and operating Heading Control mode via AACU.

5.4.2 Course Control

Procedure for activating and operating Course Control mode via AACU.

5.5 Set Rudder Limit

Instructions for setting the rudder limit using the AACU.

5.6 Alerts of the Additional Autopilot Control Unit

Information on alerts and alarms generated by the Additional Autopilot Control Unit.

5.7 Show / Hide the Curved Heading Line

Procedure to show or hide the Curved Heading Line on RADAR and ECDIS.

5.8 Switching between night and day display (dimming) Change Display Colors

Guide to changing display colors for night/day conditions and dimming adjustments.

5.9 Adjust Dimming

Instructions for adjusting the display dimming level via the menu.

6 Superior operation features

6.1 Changing the license key

Procedure for changing the license key, identical to unit upgrade.

6.2 Software update

Guidance on performing software updates by qualified personnel.

6.3 Handling of more than one NautoPilot® Operator Unit in a steering system (Master - Slave - application)

Managing multiple NautoPilot® Operator Units in a Master-Slave configuration.

6.3.1 OU Display indication

Explanation of OU Display indication on inactive NautoPilot® Operator Units in a system.

6.3.2 Procedure to change NautoPilot® Operator Unit status (active - inactive)

Steps to change the status of an NautoPilot® Operator Unit between active and inactive.

6.4 Handling of more than one NautoPilot® Operator Unit in a steering system (Master - Master - application)

Handling multiple NautoPilot® Operator Units in a Master-Master configuration.

7 Alert/status message handling

7.1 Alert Management Icons

Description and meaning of alert, warning, and caution icons based on IEC 62923-1.

7.2 Possible alarms, warnings and cautions

Overview of potential alarms, warnings, and cautions with detailed descriptions in the annex.

7.3 Other alarms

Details on alarms transmitted to a central panel or combined as system alarms.

7.3.1 Central alarm

Explanation of Central Alarm functionality and its transmission.

7.3.2 System alarm

Explanation of System Alarms indicating disruption of basic functions.

7.3.2.1 Specials on Heading Failure

Specific handling and alerts related to heading failures.

8 Annex

8.1 Alerts

Contains lists of alerts, alarms, warnings, and cautions for various system states.

8.1.1 Alert List

Comprehensive list of alerts with descriptions, priority, causes, and remedies.

Alerts APIF

List of alerts related to APIF interface, including failures and overrides.

Alerts HDG Control

List of alerts specific to Heading Control failures and sensor issues.

Alerts Track Control

List of alerts associated with Track Control mode and waypoint management.

Alerts Course Control

List of alerts related to Course Control mode, including position and heading issues.

Alerts Track Control Old

List of alerts for Track Control, potentially related to older system versions or configurations.

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