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Raymarine ST600R Owner's Handbook Manual

Manual is about: Autopilot Control Unit

Summary of ST600R

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    Distributed by any reference to raytheon or rtn in this manual should be interpreted as raymarine. The names raytheon and rtn are owned by the raytheon company..

  • Page 2: St600R

    St600r autopilot control unit owner’s handbook document number: 81134-3 date: ma y 2001 134_3_cov.Fm page i wednesday, march 7, 2001 8:54 am.

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    134_3_cov.Fm page ii wednesday, march 7, 2001 8:54 am.

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    Preface i raymarine , as part of its commitment to continuous improvement and updating, reserves the right to make changes, without prior notice, to the equipment, equipment specifications, and the instructions contained within this handbook. To the best of our knowledge, the information contained w...

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    St600r autopilot control unit ii.

  • Page 6: Warranty

    Preface iii preface this handbook contains information on the operation and installation of your new equipment. In order to obtain the best performance from your autopilot, please read this handbook thoroughly. How this handbook is organised this handbook is divided into the following chapters: chap...

  • Page 7: Safety Information

    St600r autopilot control unit iv safety information passage making under autopilot control is an enjoyable experience that can, if you are not careful, lead to the relaxation of the permanent watch. A permanent watch must be maintained no matter how clear the sea may appear to be. Remember, a large ...

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    Preface v contents chapter 1: introduction .............................................................. 1 1.1 overview ................................................................................. 1 1.2 specification ............................................................................ ...

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    St600r autopilot control unit vi 3.2 operation in vane mode (windtrim) ..................................... 20 selecting vane mode ........................................................... 21 adjusting the locked wind angle ........................................ 21 returning to previous apparen...

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    Preface vii calibration lock .................................................................. 42 rudder gain ........................................................................ 43 rate level ........................................................................... 43 rudder offset ............

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    St600r autopilot control unit viii chapter 8: maintenance ........................................................... 71 general ................................................................................ 71 servicing and safety ............................................................. 71 a...

  • Page 12: 1.1 Overview

    1 chapter 1: introduction chapter 1: introduction 1.1 overview the st600r is a seatalk ® compatible autopilot control unit. It is designed for use as a repeater in an autopilot system, allowing autopilot control from a secondary location, or as the control unit for a type 100/300 course computer. It...

  • Page 13: 1.2 Specification

    2 st600r autopilot control unit 1.2 specification • power supply: 8.5 to 16.5v dc • current consumption: standby: 60ma (less than 200ma with full lighting) • operating temperature: 0°c to +70°c (32°f to 158°f) • nine button illuminated digital keypad • lcd display of heading, locked course and navig...

  • Page 14: 2.1 Key Functions

    3 chapter 2: basic operation chapter 2: basic operation this chapter provides summary diagrams of the screen layout and key functions. It also provides instructions for engaging the autopilot and using auto mode, changing the lighting and displaying data pages. 2.1 key functions the autopilot is con...

  • Page 15: 2.2 Display Layout

    4 st600r autopilot control unit 2.2 display layout the following illustration shows all the elements, together with a brief description, that make up the st600r autopilot lcd display. Rudder or steer direction indicator d3682-1 variable text region (5+4 characters/digits maximum) calibration indicat...

  • Page 16: 2.3 Using Auto Mode

    5 chapter 2: basic operation 2.3 using auto mode engaging the autopilot (auto) 1. Steady the vessel on the required heading. 2. Press auto . Dxxxx-1 auto auto • in auto mode, the display shows the locked autopilot heading. Caution: passage making under autopilot control is an enjoyable experience th...

  • Page 17: Changing Course In Auto Mode

    6 st600r autopilot control unit changing course in auto mode • the +1 and +10 (starboard) and –1 and –10 (port) keys are used to change the locked heading, in increments of 1° and 10°, when the autopilot has control. Example: a 30° course change to port = press –10 three times. Dodging obstacles in ...

  • Page 18: (Last Hdg)

    7 chapter 2: basic operation returning to the previous locked heading (last hdg) if you steer your vessel away from the selected locked heading (for example, executing a dodge manoeuvre or selecting standby) you can return to the previous locked heading as follows: 1. Press auto for 1 second. The pr...

  • Page 19: Automatic Tack (Autotack)

    8 st600r autopilot control unit automatic tack (autotack) the autopilot has a built in automatic tack facility that turns the vessel through a predetermined angle (the factory default, set in dealer calibration, is 100°) in the required direction. Autotack to starboard • press the +1 and +10 keys to...

  • Page 20: Off Course Alarm

    9 chapter 2: basic operation off course alarm the off course alarm sounds if the locked autopilot heading and the vessel’s current heading differ for more than 20 seconds, and by more than the alarm angle set in calibration (the factory default is 20°). 1. To cancel the off course alarm, press stand...

  • Page 21: 2.4 Manual Mode

    10 st600r autopilot control unit to eliminate this problem, the following procedure can be adopted for large course changes: 1. Note the required new heading. 2. Select standby and steer manually. 3. Bring the vessel onto the new heading. 4. Select auto and let the vessel settle onto course. 5. Brin...

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    11 chapter 2: basic operation 2.5 display and keypad illumination • press for 1 second, from any mode, to enter illumination adjustment mode and turn the lights on. Lamp dxxxx-1 lamp lamp lamp lamp stby • subsequent presses of the key cycles the possible illumination settings: l3, l2, l1, off, l1, l...

  • Page 23: 2.6 Seatalk Data Pages

    12 st600r autopilot control unit 2.6 seatalk data pages the st600r can display 21 “pages” of seatalk data, grouped into 6 “chapters” (see opposite page). Changing chapters the key is used to cycle through the chapters. The chapter title (for example, speed) is displayed for 2 seconds, then the first...

  • Page 24: Seatalk Data Chart

    13 chapter 2: basic operation seatalk data chart.

  • Page 25: 3.1 Operation In Track Mode

    14 st600r autopilot control unit chapter 3: advanced operation this chapter provides information on: • operation in track mode • operation in vane mode (windtrim) • adjusting response and rudder gain • alarms 3.1 operation in track mode track mode is used to maintain a track between two waypoints cr...

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    Chapter 3: advanced operation 15 automatic acquisition automatic acquisition can only be achieved if the pilot is receiving cross track error and bearing to waypoint information (via seatalk or nmea 0183). It is initiated as follows: 1. Bring the vessel to within 0.1nm of track 2. Press auto . 3. Pr...

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    16 st600r autopilot control unit previous heading d3505-1 • the display shows the new bearing to waypoint. Manual acquisition for manual track acquisition when cross track error is the only data available: 1. Steer the vessel to within 0.1nm of track. 2. Bring the heading to within 5° of the bearing...

  • Page 28: Cross Track Error

    Chapter 3: advanced operation 17 cross track error cross track error (xte) is the distance between the current position and a planned route. This is displayed in nautical miles (nm), statute miles (sm) or kilometres, and is taken directly from your navigator. The large cross track error alarm sounds...

  • Page 29: Tidal Stream Compensation

    18 st600r autopilot control unit tidal stream compensation under most conditions, track mode will hold the selected track to within ±0.05nm (300ft) or better. The autopilot takes account of vessel speed when computing course changes to ensure optimum performance over a wide range of vessel speeds. I...

  • Page 30: Dodges

    Chapter 3: advanced operation 19 skipping a waypoint – seatalk navigators only if you wish to advance to the next waypoint before you have arrived at the target waypoint, press track for 1 second. The waypoint advance information for the next waypoint is displayed. Advance while the waypoint advance...

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    20 st600r autopilot control unit verifying computed positions • verify the computed position with a dead reckoned position, calculated from the average course steered and the distance logged. Plot frequency • in open water, plots should be at least hourly. • in confined waters, or when potential haz...

  • Page 32: Selecting Vane Mode

    Chapter 3: advanced operation 21 selecting vane mode vane mode can be selected from either standby or auto modes, as follows: 1. Steady the vessel onto a heading at which the apparent wind angle is close to angle you require. 2. Press standby and auto together to select vane mode and lock the curren...

  • Page 33: (Last Wnd)

    22 st600r autopilot control unit returning to the previous apparent wind angle (last wnd) if for any reason the vessel is steered away from the selected apparent wind angle (for example, a dodge manoeuvre or selecting standby) you can return to the previous locked wind angle: 1. Press standby and au...

  • Page 34: Wind Shift Alarm

    Chapter 3: advanced operation 23 wind shift alarm the wind shift alarm sounds, and the text “windshift” is displayed, if a wind shift of more than 15° is detected. 1. Press standby to cancel the alarm and return to hand steering, and steer onto the required heading. 2. Press standby and auto togethe...

  • Page 35: Operating Hints

    24 st600r autopilot control unit apparent wind angle autotack angle automatic course ajustment (if required) to mirror the previous apparent wind angle d3391-1 operating hints • major changes to the selected apparent wind angle should be made by returning to standby mode, changing course manually, t...

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    Chapter 3: advanced operation 25 3.3 adjusting autopilot performance the response level and rudder gain can be adjusted during normal operation using a combined key-press. The default calibration settings for response and rudder gain (refer to dealer setup) are restored when the system is powered on...

  • Page 37: Changing The Rudder Gain

    26 st600r autopilot control unit changing the rudder gain press the +1 and -1 keys together for 1 second to display the rudder gain screen, and adjust the setting in the same way as for the response level. Refer to chapter 7, “post installation procedures”, for instructions on how to check that the ...

  • Page 38: Seatalk Failure

    Chapter 3: advanced operation 27 seatalk failure this silent alarm indicates that there is a wiring fault in the seatalk connection. No link this silent alarm indicates that there is no link between the st600r and the course computer. Auto release the auto release alarm is activated when an raymarin...

  • Page 39: Drive Stopped

    28 st600r autopilot control unit drive stopped this alarm is activated if the autopilot is unable to turn the rudder. This occurs if the weather load on helm is too high, or if the requested rudder position is past the preset rudder limits or the rudder end-stops. Data not received this alarm is dis...

  • Page 40: Low Battery

    Chapter 3: advanced operation 29 low battery the low battery alarm sounds when the supply voltage drops below 10v (±0.5v). Press standby to clear the alarm and return to hand steering. Start the engine to recharge the battery. Watch alarm the watch alarm is activated in watch mode when the timer pag...

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    30 st600r autopilot control unit.

  • Page 42: 4.1 Codelock Modes

    Chapter 4: codelock 31 chapter 4: codelock codelock is a personal four-digit security feature designed to protect your valuable instruments against theft. You don’t have to activate the system, but it’s there if you need to. You can activate it using any codelock-compatible control unit on your seat...

  • Page 43: Initial Setup

    32 st600r autopilot control unit initial setup when you first install your st600r, codelock is set off. To activate codelock, refer to the following flow diagram. --1 stdby setting codelock vers ion code 0345 code auto stby stby code man code set --1 --10 stdby +1 +10 auto track +1 enter a number at...

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    Chapter 4: codelock 33 • manual/auto modes are explained in section 4.1 • version numbers: displays the current st600r version number, alternating with the st60 pilot version number (if applicable). You cannot adjust these displays. • codelock status: reports the current status, which can be off or ...

  • Page 45: 4.4 Code Number Problems

    34 st600r autopilot control unit to enter your chosen code number on the st600r control unit, use the keys as shown. --1 --10 stdby +1 +10 auto track increase the number at the flashing cursor: decrease the number at the flashing cursor: move the cursor to the next position codelock manual code code...

  • Page 46: 5.1 User Setup

    35 chapter 5: customising the system chapter 5: customising the system the st600r provides setup and configuration options that are used to adjust the settings for the st600r itself, the compass, and the autopilot. Note: you should perform the post installation procedures described in chapter 7 befo...

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    36 st600r autopilot control unit stdby * not applicable to pre version 11 type 100/300 course computer software stdby.

  • Page 48: Pilot Type*

    37 chapter 5: customising the system compass deviation correction (swing compass) the compass deviation correction option allows you to correct the compass for deviating magnetic fields. The procedure must be performed as the first item in your initial sea trial, and is described in detail in chapte...

  • Page 49: Bar Selection (Rudd Bar)

    38 st600r autopilot control unit bar selection (rudd bar) select the type of bar graph, using the +1 or -1 key, to be shown at the bottom of the seatalk displays. The options are as follows: rudd bar: this shows the rudder position, and is the default setting. Note that a rudder reference transducer...

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    39 chapter 5: customising the system 5.2 dealer setup: type 100/300 course computer this section describes the dealer setup options if you have installed the st600r as the control unit for a type 100/300 course computer. If you have installed the st600r as a repeater unit on another autopilot system...

  • Page 51: Computer

    40 st600r autopilot control unit st600r dealer st600r calibration screens when used with the st6000 plus and type 100/300 course computer stdby dealer calibration adjusting dealer calibration features quitting dealer calibration stdby --1 +1 --1 +1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 ...

  • Page 52: Recommended Settings

    41 chapter 5: customising the system st600r dealer calibration screens when used with the st4000 plus and st5000 plus autopilots the st600r screen cycle for the st4000 plus and st5000 plus is as follows: • pilot type (eg, 4000 whl) • calibration lock (cal lock) • rudder gain (rudd gain) • response (...

  • Page 53: Calibration Lock

    42 st600r autopilot control unit pilot type (st6000 plus & type 100/300) this should be set when the system is first switched on. The default settings for other dealer setup options depend on the pilot type you select here. Setting description displ mnt displacement semi dis semi-displacement planin...

  • Page 54: Rudder Gain

    43 chapter 5: customising the system rudder gain this must be set while under way, as described in chapter 7, “post installation procedures”. Range: 1 to 9 default: 5 (displacement) 5 (semi-displacement) 4 (planing) 3 (sterndrive) rate level rate level monitors the speed at which rudder is applied w...

  • Page 55: Rudder Limit

    44 st600r autopilot control unit rudder limit rudder limit restricts autopilot rudder movement to just less than the steering systems mechanical stops. This avoids putting the steering system under unnecessary load. The range available is as follows: range: 15° to 40° defaults: 30° displacement, sem...

  • Page 56: Off Course Alarm

    45 chapter 5: customising the system off course alarm this is the off course alarm angle. It controls the alarm that warns you if the autopilot is unable to maintain its set course. The alarm operates if the autopilot strays off course by more than the alarm angle limit for more than 20 seconds. The...

  • Page 57: Power Steer

    46 st600r autopilot control unit after gaining experience with the st600r, you may wish to change the setting. The effect of the setting must be evaluated while under sail. • decrease the autotrim level if the autopilot gives unstable course keeping or excessive drive activity with a change in the h...

  • Page 58: Rudder Damping

    47 chapter 5: customising the system rudder damping you only need to set this option if your system includes a rudder reference unit, and the drive “hunts” when trying to position the rudder. Test for this when your vessel is moored dockside, by pressing auto and then +10 . If the helm overshoots an...

  • Page 59: Autoadapt

    48 st600r autopilot control unit autoadapt the patented autoadapt feature allows the autopilot to compensate for heading errors at higher latitudes, which are caused by the increasing dip of the earth’s magnetic field. The increased dip has the effect of amplifying rudder response on northerly headi...

  • Page 60: Auto Tack*

    49 chapter 5: customising the system auto tack* the autotack angle is the angle through which the vessel will turn when the automatic tack feature is selected. The value must be within the range 40 ~ 125° and can be adjusted in 1° steps. Wind trim* this varies the response of the autopilot when in w...

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    50 st600r autopilot control unit recording calibration settings having fine-tuned the calibration settings during initial sea trials, record them in the following table for future reference. Feature setting pilot type calibration lock rudder gain response turn rate limit rudder offset off course ala...

  • Page 62: Chapter 6: Installation

    51 chapter 6: installation chapter 6: installation - -1 - -10 stdby +1 +10 auto track the st600r remote unit is connected directly to raymarine autopilots or instruments using the raymarine data interface system (seatalk bus). The st600r is supplied with a waterproof plug and socket (deck connector)...

  • Page 63: Cabling Guidelines

    52 st600r autopilot control unit this chapter describes the following: • planning the installation, including choosing the connection cable • determining the connections for your autopilot • mounting the bulkhead socket • installing the bulkhead bracket 6.1 planning the installation this chapter exp...

  • Page 64: Emc Installation Guidelines

    53 chapter 6: installation emc installation guidelines the design and manufacture of raymarine equipment and accessories conforms to the appropriate electromagnetic compatibility (emc) standards, but good installation is required to ensure that performance is not compromised. To avoid the risk of op...

  • Page 65: 6.2 Connections

    54 st600r autopilot control unit 6.2 connections the cable connections depend on the autopilot to which you are connecting the remote unit. The following sections show the connections required for: • st1000 and st2000 plus autopilots • st4000 plus and st5000 plus autopilots • st6000 plus control uni...

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    55 chapter 6: installation st4000/5000/6000 plus connections the st4000/st5000/st6000 plus control units have two parallel seatalk connection ports – either one can be used. - + - + brown (v+) blue (0v) - + - + - + st4000/5000 plus st6000 plus the st600r can also be connected to any available seatal...

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    56 st600r autopilot control unit st6000 & st7000 autopilot connections st6000 st7000 course computer screen (seatalk ground) red (+12v) yellow (seatalk data) pin identification stripes note: the hand held socket can be installed anywhere on the seatalk bus. 6.3 mounting the bulkhead socket 1. Apply ...

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    57 chapter 6: installation 7. Use the two self-tapping screws to attach the socket to the bulkhead. 9. Secure the cables at regular intervals using suitable cable ties..

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    58 st600r autopilot control unit 6.4 bulkhead bracket installation the hand held remote is supplied with a stowage bracket. This bracket should be attached to a convenient bulkhead using the screws provided. 6.5 functional test (repeater unit) if you have installed your st600r as an autopilot repeat...

  • Page 70: Switch On

    59 chapter 6: installation switch on having installed your st600r, switch on the main power breaker. If the control head is active and the system operating, the following will occur: • the control head beeps and displays the pilot type, st600r. • after 2 seconds, the standby mode screen should be di...

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    60 st600r autopilot control unit the st600r should immediately respond by switching on its display illumination. If the illumination does not switch on, a cabling fault exists in the seatalk cabling between the st600r control head and the instruments/control unit..

  • Page 72: Switch On

    61 chapter 7: post installation procedures chapter 7: post installation procedures this chapter applies to systems where the st600r has been installed as the only control unit for a type 100/300 course computer. Once you have installed the system, you need to confirm that it is wired correctly and i...

  • Page 73: Operating Sense

    62 st600r autopilot control unit operating sense the operating sense defines the direction the helm will be applied when a course change key is pressed or the vessel goes off course. Check the operating sense as follows: 1. Press auto . 2. Press the +10 key. The helm should move to produce a turn to...

  • Page 74: Wind Transducer Interface

    63 chapter 7: post installation procedures wind transducer interface if the course computer is connected to a wind instrument via an nmea port or seatalk, then the link between the two instruments should be checked as follows: press standby and auto together. The st600r should display the vane mode ...

  • Page 75: 7.2 Initial Sea Trial

    64 st600r autopilot control unit 7.2 initial sea trial having checked that the system is functioning correctly, a short sea trial is now required to complete the setup. It involves the following procedures: • automatic compass deviation correction • heading alignment adjustment • autopilot operation...

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    65 chapter 7: post installation procedures to perform the deviation correction: 1. Make sure that the autopilot is in standby mode with the drive unit engaged. 2. Press and hold the standby key for 2 seconds to display the user setup entry page. Stdby entering setup stdby setup setup screen normal o...

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    66 st600r autopilot control unit 5. Keeping the boat speed below 2 knots, turn the vessel in slow circles. It should take at least 3 minutes to complete 360°. 6. Keep turning your boat until the unit beeps and the deviation screen is displayed. This shows the maximum deviation detected, and indicate...

  • Page 78: Checking Autopilot Operation

    67 chapter 7: post installation procedures 9. Press and hold standby for 2 seconds to exit calibration and save the new settings. Note: setup options are always saved on exit. Further heading alignment adjustment you should always check the compass alignment after swinging the compass. However, once...

  • Page 79: Checking The Rudder Gain

    68 st600r autopilot control unit checking the rudder gain the factory setting for rudder gain will provide stable control for initial sea trials. However, vessels can vary widely in their response to the helm, and further adjustment to the rudder gain may improve the autopilot’s steering characteris...

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    69 chapter 7: post installation procedures these actions are most easily recognised in calm sea conditions where wave action does not mask basic steering performance. 2. Refer to chapter 5, “customising the system”, for instructions on how to adjust the default rudder gain setting. Note that you can...

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  • Page 82: General

    71 chapter 8: maintenance chapter 8: maintenance general • in certain conditions, condensation may appear on the lcd window. This will not harm the unit, and can be cleared by switching on the illumination for a while. • never use chemical or abrasive materials to clean your autopilot. If the pilot ...

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    72 st600r autopilot control unit chapter 9: fault finding all raymarine products are subjected to a comprehensive test procedure prior to packing and shipping. In the unlikely event that a fault does occur with your autopilot, the following check list should help identify the problem and provide a c...

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    73 chapter 9: fault finding position information not received • navigator not transmitting the correct position data. The autopilot will not auto advance to the next waypoint • no bearing to waypoint information received from the navigator. A series of rotating dashes are displayed on screen • compa...

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    74 st600r autopilot control unit index a adjusting the locked wind angle 21 advance 19 advanced operation 14 advice 71 alarms 26 apparent wind angle 22 apparent wind angle adjusting 21 previous 22 auto mode 5 auto mode 5–10 auto release 27, 49 auto tack 49 autoadapt 48 automatic acquisition 15 autom...

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    75 index c cable 52 cabling 52, 71 cabling guidelines 52 calibration lock 42 cancelling a dodge manoeuvre 19 changed, or if the operating mode is changed.Wind 27 changing course 6 changing course 6 changing course in auto mode 6 changing the code or master unit 33 changing the response level 25 chan...

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    76 st600r autopilot control unit dodges 19, 22 dodging obstacles 6 dodging obstacles auto mode 6 track mode 19 vane mode 22 dodging obstacles in auto mode 6 drive stopped 28 drive stopped alarm 28 drive type 46 drive type 46 e emc conformance 63 emc installation guidelines 53 engaging the autopilot ...

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    77 index i illumination 11 initial sea trial 64 initiating a dodge manoeuvre 19 initiating track mode 14 installation 51, 51–60 interfaces 62 intermediate setup 31 k key functions 3 key functions 3 keypad illumination 11 l large cross track error 27 large cross track error alarm 17 last hdg 7 last w...

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    78 st600r autopilot control unit n navigation data displays 12 navigation interface 62 navigation interface (gps, decca, loran) 62 no link 27 o off course 27 off course alarm 9, 45, 46 off course alarm 9 default angle 46 operating hints 9, 24 operating modes 1 operating sense 62 operating sense 62 o...

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    79 index r rate level 43 recommended settings 41 recording calibration settings 49 response 43, 49 response level 25 response level 25 default setting 43 returning to the previous apparent wind angle 22 returning to the previous locked heading 7 rudder bar 38 rudder calibration 38 rudder damping 47 ...

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    80 st600r autopilot control unit t testing autopilot operation 67 testing the system 58–60, 61–63 tidal stream compensation 18 tidal stream compensation 18 track acquisition 14 track mode 14 track mode 14–20 turn limit 44 turn limit 44 u user setup 35 v vane mode 20, 21 vane mode 20–24 variation 47 ...

  • Page 92: Warranty Limitations

    Document number: 84064-8 april 2001 limited warranty certificate raymarine warrants each new light marine/dealer distributor product to be of good materials and workmanship, and will repair or exchange any parts proven to be defective in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of 2 ye...

  • Page 93: Factory Service Centers

    Factory service centers united states of america uk, europe, middle east, far east raymarine inc 22 cotton road, unit d nashua, nh 03063-4219, usa raymarine ltd anchorage park, portsmouth po3 5td, england telephone: +1 603 881 5200 fax: +1 603 864 4756 www.Raymarine.Com telephone: +44 (0)23 9269 361...