TMQ AP4 - Installation of Main Control Unit

TMQ AP4 Autopilot (AP4S10) 22 of 62 Version 4.96 9/10/2017
Installation of Main Control Unit
Position & mounting
 Select a dry position
 Provide access for wiring to rear of the pilot (minimum compass,
feedback, power and drive)
 Install mounting cradle - on dash or suspended from deck head or cut
out panel if mounting the pilot in dash
 Route the power cable to 12 or 24 VDC power source
 Check AP4 Mode switch is OFF
 Connect power cable to the AP4
Note: To control the autopilot from a remote position, fit a remote unit.
Wiring
 Keep autopilot connection cables away from radio aerials and cables
 Select a drive unit interconnection cable of appropriate size to prevent
voltage drop
Installing an Electronic Compass – ELECOM
Mount away from any external magnetic interference, eg: radio or speakers. The
compass must be mounted in a horizontal position with the arrow (BOW)
pointing in the same direction as the bow of the boat.
Position
 Determine a suitable position free of magnetic influence
 Ensure there are no radios or radio aerials or cables nearby
 Check other side of bulkheads or behind dashes for any likely
interference
 Install compass horizontally
 Rotate compass in the bracket if necessary until the arrow faces the
bow of the boat
 Route the cable to the AP4 control position
 Connect the compass cable to NMEA 6 pin Connector on rear of unit.