© 2014 SeaStar Solutions Optimus Installation Manual, Rev. E
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6.1 Network Diagrams .................................................... 6-1
6.2 Harness Connections ............................................... 6-3
6.2.1 Connecting the Helm ....................................... 6-3
6.2.2 Connecting a Second Station ........................... 6-5
6.2.3 Connecting the CANtrak ................................... 6-6
6.3 Power Wiring ............................................................ 6-7
6.3.1 PCM Wiring ..................................................... 6-7
6.3.2 PCM Wiring Strain Relief .................................. 6-7
6.4 Ignition Sensing ....................................................... 6-8
6.4.1 Ignition Splicing .............................................. 6-9
6.5 Engine RPM Source .................................................6-10
6.5.1 NMEA 2000 CAN Bus .....................................6-10
6.5.2 Analog Tachometer ........................................ 6-13
6.6 Autopilot Connection (Optional) ................................ 6-13
6.7 Buzzer Kit (Optional) ................................................6-14
7.0 Setup, Purging, and Calibration ..........................................7-1
7.1 Initial System Setup ..................................................7-1
7.2 Purging the Steering System ......................................7-4
7.2.1 Preparation .......................................................7-4
7.2.2 The Purging Process ..........................................7-5
7.3 Calibrating the SmartCylinders ...................................7-8
7.3.1 Restricting SmartCylinder Travel .........................7-9
7.4 Steering Settings.....................................................7-11
7.4.1 Adjustment .....................................................7-12
7.4.2 Available Settings ...........................................7-13
7.4.3 User Permissions ............................................ 7-14
8.0 Commissioning ................................................................. 8-1
8.1 Installation Checks ................................................... 8-1
8.2 Pre-trip Checks ......................................................... 8-3
8.3 Sea Trial .................................................................. 8-5
8.3.1 Verify Tachometer Signal .................................. 8-5
8.3.2 Check Steering Performance ............................ 8-5
8.3.3 Steering Adjustments ...................................... 8-6
8.3.4 Conclusion of Sea Trial .................................... 8-6
8.4 Complete Warranty Checklist ..................................... 8-6
9.0 Fault Handling .................................................................. 9-1
9.1 Danger Fault Handling ............................................... 9-1
9.2 Warning Fault Handling .............................................. 9-2
10.0 Warranty ...................................................................... 10-1
10.1 Statement of Limited Warranty ............................... 10-1
10.2 Return Goods Procedure ........................................ 10-1
Appendix A – Mounting Templates ......................................... A-1
A.1 Helm Templates ....................................................... A-1
A.1.1 Front Mount Helm ............................................ A-1
A.1.2 Rear Mount Helm ........................................... A-3
A.1.3 Classic Tilt Helm ............................................. A-5
A.1.4 Sport Tilt Helm ................................................ A-7
A.2 CANtrak Display ...................................................... A-9