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SG Brown Meridian User Manual

SG Brown Meridian
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A Division of VT TSS (UK) Limited
The information in this Manual is subject to
change without notice and does not represent
a commitment on the part of SG Brown
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VT TSS (SG Brown Division) Ltd
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Greycaine Industrial Estate
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Meridian Gyrocompass
System Manual
Document P/N 060070
Issue 3.7
© SG Brown March 2004

Table of Contents

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SG Brown Meridian Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSG Brown
ModelMeridian
CategoryCompass
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety and Operational Cautions

Handling and System Protection

Cautions on weight, handling, tilt limits, ventilation, and power connections.

Warranty and Environmental Compliance

Cautions regarding modifications, environmental conditions, and warranty voidance.

1 Introduction

1.1 System Description

Overview of the Meridian Gyrocompass, its components, and features.

1.2 Principle of Operation

Explains the fundamental working principle of the gyrocompass.

2 Installation

2.1 Unpacking and Inspection

Procedures for unpacking and inspecting the gyrocompass.

2.2 Physical and Electrical Installation

Guidance on selecting a location and performing physical/electrical installation.

2.3 Alignment

Instructions for accurately aligning the gyrocompass with the vessel.

3 Operating Instructions

3.1 Control Features

Details the controls and indicators on the Remote Control Unit (RCU).

3.2 Initial Power-on

Steps for powering on the gyrocompass and the initialization sequence.

3.3 Operating Procedure

How to set latitude, speed, and operate the system.

3.4 Error Modes

Identifies system error modes and their indications.

4 Technical Data

4.1 Specifications

Details power requirements, performance, compensation, and environment.

4.2 Data Formats

Explains input and output data formats used by the gyrocompass.

5 Maintenance

5.1 Built-in Test Equipment

Information on the gyrocompass's self-test capabilities and fault detection.

5.2 Test Connector

Details on using the 60-way test connector for diagnostics.

A Operating Theory

A.1 North-Seeking Gyroscope

Explains how a gyroscope achieves north-seeking capability.

A.2 Gyrocompass Corrections

Discusses corrections for latitude, damping, and speed errors.

B Certification

Certificate of Type Approval Schedules

Details technical characteristics and conditions of issue for type approval.