Contents
Introduction 2
Warning 2
Overview 2
Autopilot Operation - Standard 3
Set (Standby) 4
Auto 4
Power Steering 4
GPS – Waypoint Steering 5
Watch Timer Mode 6
Commercial Boat Watch Timer 6
Autopilot Operation -
Remote Control 7
Hand Remote 7
Active Remote 8
Steering Lever &
Electric Helm Steering 10
Jog Switch Steering 10
Sensitivity & Rudder Adjustments 12
Alarms 13
Installation of Autopilot 14
List of Components 14
Installation of Main Control Unit 15
Installing a Compass Top Sensor 17
Installing a Magnetic
Sensor Unit (Fluxgate Compass) 17
Magnetic Sensor Unit &
Compass Top Sensor Interchange 18
Installation of Rudder Feedback 19
Installation of Remote Units 22
NMEA Connection 23
Heading Data Connections 24
External Alarm Installation 26
Wiring Connections –
AP4 Rear Panel 27
Examples -
Drive Connection Diagrams 28
General Information - Drive Units 29
Commissioning Checks 30
Post Installation Checks 30
Pre Sailing Dockside Tests 30
Sea Trials 31
Rudder Limits Setting 32
Compass Calibration 34
Calibrating TMQ Compass -
COMMAG 34
Calibrating TMQ Electronic
Compass - ELECOM 35
Resetting Compass to Factory
Calibration 35
AP4 Special Modes 36
Operating Without RFU 38
Adjusting the PID Control 38
Keeping the Heading 38
Following a Track (Waypoint) 39
Optional Extras 41
Declaration of Conformity 42
Warranty 43
Troubleshooting 44