MANUAL. Simrad IS15 Rudder

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1 MANUAL Simrad IS15 Rudder

2 Note! Simrad AS makes every effort to ensure that the information contained within this document is correct. However, our equipment is continuously being improved and updated, so we cannot assume liability for any errors which may occur. Warning! The equipment to which this manual applies must only be used for the purpose for which it was designed. Improper use or maintenance may cause damage to the equipment or injury to personnel. The user must be familiar with the contents of the appropriate manuals before attempting to operate or work on the equipment. Simrad AS disclaims any responsibility for damage or injury caused by improper installation, use or maintenance of the equipment. Copyright 2005 Simrad AS The information contained within this document remains the sole property of Simrad AS. No part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form or by any means, and the information contained within is not to be communicated to a third party, without the prior written consent of Simrad AS.

3 This manual is intended as a reference guide for operating and correctly installing the Simrad IS15 Rudder instrument. Please take time to read the manual to get a thorough understanding of the operation and installation. Other documentation material that is provided with your system includes a bridge card, and Terms of Warranty. Document revisions Rev Date Written by Checked by Approved by A NG IK ThH B NG ThH C Document history Rev. A Rev. B Rev. C First edition Connections to older revision J3XX Junction units included. Corrections in drawing and text on page 5, 18, 21 and 29. Corrections on page 20, 21 and 22 (Polarity dependent sensor input). Updated with new autopilot computers. 1 Amp fuse included in IS15 Power Cable C 3

4 Contents 1 INTRODUCTION Stand alone IS15 Rudder Equipment supplied OPERATION OF IS15 RUDDER General Description Powering Up Display backlighting The Heading Display Alarm Sounding TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS INSTALLATION Mounting of Instrument head Installing RF300 Rudder Feedback Cabling SETTING UP THE RUDDER INSTRUMENT First time turn on Installation and Calibration Menu FAULT FINDING MAINTENANCE General Maintenance Annual Maintenance Removal of Instruments Return for Service Local Master Reset SPARE PARTS LIST C

5 Introduction 1 INTRODUCTION 1.1 Stand alone IS15 Rudder The IS15 Rudder instrument may be used as a stand-alone rudder indicator shown in Figure 1-1. More instruments may be added to the system by using single cables in a daisy chain and an IS15 Power Supply. Instructions for installing the rudder feedback unit are found in chapter 4.2. IS15 Rudder may also be integrated in an IS15 instrument system and Simrad autopilot systems using ACXX autopilot computers or J3XX junction units (AP11, AP16, AP20 AP21, AP22, AP25, AP26, AP27 and AP35). Please study the different system configurations in section 4.3. for more information. IS15 RUDDER RF300 12/24V + _ 1A Slow IS15 Power cable Figure 1-1 Stand alone IS15 Rudder Caution Do not use other fuse than specified C 5

6 1.2 Equipment supplied Each IS15 Rudder Instrument is supplied with the following parts: IS15 Roblink cable 0,3 m IS15 Roblink Power Cable 2,5 m IS15 Rudder Manual IS15 Rudder Quick Reference Guide Mounting kit Weather cover C

7 Operation 2 OPERATION OF IS15 RUDDER RUDDER Scale Left button PORT 1 1 1/2 1/2 0 HDG LOCK STBD Pointer LCD Arrow Legend Right button 2.1 General Description The display is divided into two sections, the scale with pointer, and the LCD. Both are controlled by the two buttons. The Scale The pointer indicates the rudder angle and the scale has markings of 0 (midship), 1/2 and 1 (full deflection). Full deflection (1/1) is scaled for 45 of rudder travel from factory. However, the instrument/pointer may be calibrated to show full deflection (1/1) for smaller rudder angles (see specifications). The LCD Display In normal operation the LCD has two modes: Heading LCD display C 7

8 Locked Course/Direction to steer There are two arrows at the top of the LCD indicating what data is being displayed at any one time. The arrow legend is printed on the scale. The right arrow points to LOCK for Locked Course mode, the left arrow points to HDG for Heading mode. The Buttons A given press on any of the two buttons will change the mode from Heading to Locked Course mode and vice versa. The left button is used to enter set-up and installation screens. The right button sets the lighting level. When in a set-up or installation screen, both buttons are used to change settings. Figure The Buttons 2.2 Powering Up Note! At first time turn on please refer to section 5.1. At normal power up, the pointer will sweep the scale, and the LCD will show the software version for approximately one second. The pointer will then show the rudder angle and the LCD will show the heading provided this is available as an input. It may take seconds before the heading is displayed C

9 Operation 2.3 Display backlighting Press the button and hold for 2 seconds. The display then presents the backlighting level. Repeat pressing until desired backlighting level. Selectable values are 1-7 and off (0). 2.4 The Heading Display The Heading Display is the first display that is shown after power up. It shows the present heading with the left arrow lit. The heading may be referenced to either Magnetic or True North. If only one type of data is available, and the other data is required then the local magnetic variation may be entered, or it may be read in from a GPS if one is fitted. This may enable the display of True heading when only a magnetic referenced heading sensor is available. If no heading data is available the LCD will show four dotted lines. Magnetic variation [Var] This is a sub-screen to the Heading display. The IS15 instruments automatically read the Magnetic Variation compensation from a connected GPS. The compensation is presented on the screen. You can not adjust the compensation from the GPS. If you press the button and hold for 2 seconds the screen just flashes AUtO and returns to show VAr. If a GPS is not connected you will be able to enter the magnetic variation manually. 1. Press the button and hold for 2 seconds. The MagVar reading flashes. It indicates 000 when there is no compensation for the variation C 9

10 2. To select or increase an easterly variation value, apply short presses on the button. The reading will be positive. 3. To select or increase a westerly variation value, apply short presses on the button. The reading will be negative. 4. Press the button and hold for 2 seconds to save the setting. 5. Press the button and hold for 2 seconds to return to the main screen. The Locked Course Display From the Heading Mode a quick single press on the or push-button will enter Locked Course Mode and the right arrow will lit on the LCD. If the boat stays steady on course, the LCD will display the locked course. Whenever the boat is off course the LCD shows >XX or XX<. XX is the magnitude of the course error and the arrow (<>) points in the direction to steer to get back on course. Changing the Set Course in Locked Mode This is a sub-screen to the Locked Course display and allows you to view the set course or to manually set to a new course to steer. With the LCD arrow pointing right press the button for 2 seconds and the LCD starts flashing. The LCD will flash the current set course. If you want to maintain the set course, press and hold the button for 2 seconds. If you want to change the set course apply short presses on the or button to set the next course to steer to port or starboard respectively C

11 Operation Press and hold the button for 2 seconds to enter the new setting. The display will stop flashing and the arrow points in the direction to steer, while the digits on the LCD show how much the boat is off the new set course. 2.5 Alarm Sounding Note! If the IS15 Rudder is integrated in an IS15 Instrument system it will sound and flash a warning message in the event there is an alarm situation. To cancel a sounding alarm press any button on any of the instrument displays. The flashing warning will remain as long as the alarm condition exists and disappears automatically when there is no longer an alarm condition. The sounding alarm will always have to be cancelled. Alarm messages The symbols that are shown when an alarm is triggered are as below: SHAL = The Shallow Water Alarm deep = The Deep Water Alarm AnCH = The Anchor Alarm HIGH = The High Wind Speed Alarm Er.XX = System failure (Contact your Simrad dealer) C 11

12 3 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Rudder Angle Scale Heading Functions Heading Display (Digital) Heading Resolution Heading Reference Heading Lock Course to Steer General Power Requirement Size See Figure 3-1 Weight Environmental Protection Temperature Range Display Backlighting Display Backlighting Control Full deflection adjustable for any h.o. angle between ±20 and ±45. Divisions: Marking per each 1/8 of full deflection. Accuracy: ±2 of full scale deflection. 0 to True or Magnetic North Course and direction to steer on digital display. Settable on digital display. 12/24 VDC, 70 ma, (100 ma max with max lighting) 225 grams IP56 from front, IP44 from rear Operation: 0 C to +55 C (+32 to +130 F) Storage: -30 C to +80 C (-22 to +176 F) Green colour with seven levels plus Off Two independent lighting banks or individual settings (bank 0) C

13 Technical Specifications Inputs Rudder angle: Compass heading: 2-wire p.w.m. (RF300 Feedback Unit) NMEA 0183, RSA Roblink (IS15 system) NMEA 0183, HDG, HDM, HDT Outputs Rudder angle: NMEA 0183, RSA, 5 Hz * Compass heading: NMEA 0183, HDG Other: NMEA 0183 sentences according to IS15 NMEA in/out table in IS15 General Manual. * 5 Hz only as stand alone. (Other external data input will slow down the output rate.) 30 mm [1,18"] 110 mm [4,33"] 9 mm [0,35"] 85 mm Dia [3,35"]. (Panel cut-out) 110 mm [4,33"] 21 mm [0,83"] 32 mm [1,26"] 110 mm [4,33"] Figure 3-1 IS15 Display Head Dimensions C 13

14 4 INSTALLATION 4.1 Mounting of Instrument head Caution Do not install the instrument where moisture at the rear could be present. It can cause damage by entering the breathing hole or by coming into contact with the electrical connectors. The instrument head is fully waterproof from the front and can be installed on deck or below. The selected surface for the instrument head must be flat and even to within 0.5 mm. Before installation, note the Serial Number of the unit and keep it in a safe place. 0.5 mm max. Figure Installation C

15 Setting-Up Note! Caution 1. Do not remove the protection film on the display before the installation and set-up is completed. 2. Carefully position the self-adhesive template provided on the surface where the display head is to be mounted. Allow sufficient space for the protection cover as shown on the template when instruments are installed adjacent to each other. 3. Drill a small pilot hole first, and then check the location on the other side of the panel or bulkhead to confirm suitability. Open out the pilot hole to 85 mm (3.4 ) using a cutter, or an electric drill saw (86 mm or 3 3/8 ). 4. Drill the four screw holes using a 2.5 mm (0.1 ) drill. 5. Ensure that the sealing gasket is correctly located and secure the instrument using the four self-tapping screws provided. Apply the front panel corners. Ensure that all sockets without cable connections have the supplied bungs inserted. It is also recommended, to secure the connectors to the instrument, using the enclosed self-tapping screws. Do not over-tighten fixing screws. Do not use sealing compound on the instrument back. Do not use WD40 or any solvent on any part of the instrument. 4.2 Installing RF300 Rudder Feedback The RF300 Rudder feedback unit mounts close to the rudder, and is mechanically linked to the rudder tiller arm or rudder quadrant. Refer to Figure 4-2 for the recommended mounting arrangement. Note that the RF300 transmitter arm has two slots for the C 15

16 Note! Note! transmission link. The slots enable maximum flexibility to provide the 1:1 mechanical linkage relationship. Do not try to remove the transmitter arm from the feedback unit. The unit is factory adjusted and need no further adjustment at installation than described below. As a starting point, it is desirable to set the transmitter rod to the inner limit of the outer slot if possible. (Refer to Figure 4-2). Drill and tap the rudder tiller arm so that the Y1 dimension is equal to the Y2 dimension (Use 4.2 mm drill and 5 mm tap). Attach the ball joint to the tiller arm, and connect the transmitter rod to the ball joint at the rudder tiller arm. Rotate the RF300 transmitter lever until it is set to centre position. (Use the alignment mark to line up the transmitter lever to be opposite the cable entry into the feedback.). Carefully observe the alignment marks. A rudder feedback alarm may be the result if the alignment instructions as per Figure 4-2 are neglected. Attach the transmitter rod to the RF300. Set the RF300 mounting location to be in accordance with Figure 4-2. The centre of the RF300 should be in line with the centre of the rudder post. Mount the RF300 to a suitable platform using the screws provided. If necessary, add blocking material under the RF300 to adjust the height of the transmission arm to be level with the rudder tiller arm C

17 Setting-Up Figure 4-2 RF300 mounting Note! Due to space limitations, it may be necessary to cut the length of the transmitter rod to move the RF300 closer to the rudder post. Tighten the mounting screws for both the RF300 feedback unit and the transmitter rod ball joint. Observe the RF300 while someone turns the helm wheel through the complete travel from full port to full stbd. rudder to verify that the mechanical linkage to the RF300 is not obstructed C 17

18 4.3 Cabling IS15 RUDDER IS15 RUDDER IS15 COMBI PWR ROBLINK ROBLINK SENSOR NMEA PWR ROBLINK ROBLINK SENSOR NMEA PWR ROBLINK ROBLINK SENSOR NMEA Hdg input (NMEA) IS15 POWER SUPPLY QUICK CONNECTOR RF300 12V See notes Figure 4-3 Three IS15 instruments supplied via IS15 Power Supply Notes! 1. RF300 is connected to no. 3 Sensor input on IS15 Rudder only. Do not use IS15 Power Cable. 2. Use IS15 Power Supply when more than one instrument are installed and interconnected. 3. Only 12V supply. 4. RF300 must have S/N code (R04) EA or higher C

19 Setting-Up IS15 RUDDER PWR ROBLINK ROBLINK SENSOR NMEA PWR ROBLINK ROBLINK SENSOR NMEA PWR ROBLINK ROBLINK SENSOR NMEA PWR ROBLINK ROBLINK SENSOR NMEA Hdg (NMEA) (To ACXX or J3XX TX1+/TX1-) Alternatively to Autopilot ACXX or J3XX RF+/RF- IS15 TRANSCEIVER IS15 EXPANDER IS15 POWER SUPPLY RF300 See notes Figure 4-4 IS15 Rudder integrated in IS15 system Notes! 1. RF300 to be connected to IS15 Rudder only. Do not use IS15 Power Cable. 2. Supply voltage must be within 10,8-31,2VDC. 3. RF300 must have S/N code (R04) EA or higher C 19

20 Connection to AC10/AC20 Autopilot Computer and J300X/J3000X Junction Unit Figure 4-5 and Figure 4-6 are valid for J3XX junction units that have Main PCB rev. E onwards and for ACXX autopilot computers. For older J3XX versions, see Figure 4-7. ACXX and J3XX IS15 RUDDER IS15 RUDDER POWER PCB MAIN PCB PWR ROBLINK ROBLINK SENSOR NMEA PWR ROBLINK ROBLINK SENSOR NMEA + RF+ RF TX+ TX Vbat+ GND SUPPLY 10,8-31,2 Fuse 1A Slow IS15 Power cable Max. 2 ea. IS15 RUDDER RF300 Caution Notes! Figure 4-5 IS15 Rudder connection to ACXX and J3XX, alternative 1: IS15 Rudder off when autopilot off Do not use other fuse than specified 1. Rudder instrument Sensor (3) input is connected to RF+/RF (in parallel with RF300) in the autopilot computer or junction unit. The Sensor input is polarity dependent so if the instrument doesn t work, just swap the instrument wires to the RF+/RF terminals. 2. RF300 must have S/N code (R04) EA or higher C

21 Setting-Up ACXX and J3XX IS15 RUDDER IS15 RUDDER POWER PCB MAIN PCB PWR ROBLINK ROBLINK SENSOR NMEA PWR ROBLINK ROBLINK SENSOR NMEA + RF+ RF TX+ TX Vbat+ GND IS15 Power cable Roblink Max. 2 ea. IS15 RUDDER SUPPLY 10,8-31,2 Fuse 1A Slow RF300 See notes. Figure 4-6 IS15 Rudder connection to ACXX and J3XX, alternative 2: IS15 Rudder on when autopilot off Caution Notes! Do not use other fuse than specified 1. Rudder instrument Sensor (3) input is connected to RF+/RF (in parallel with RF300) in the autopilot computer or junction unit. The Sensor input is polarity dependent so if the instrument doesn t work, just swap the instrument wires to the RF+/RF terminals. 2. In alternative 2 a slight change in the readout may be observed with the autopilot off. 3. RF300 must have S/N code (R04) EA or higher C 21

22 Connection to older revision J3XX Junction Units Figure 4-7 is only valid for J3XX Junction units that contain Main PCB revision D or older (A, B, C). Note! If the J3XX Junction Unit has 24V supply (Vbat), and/or when wired for Rudder on when autopilot off, the RI35 Mk2 Limiter (Part no ) must be connected to RF+ as shown in Figure 4-7. See also note 1 on previous page. J3XX IS15 RUDDER IS15 RUDDER POWER PCB MAIN PCB PWR ROBLINK ROBLINK SENSOR NMEA PWR ROBLINK ROBLINK SENSOR NMEA + RF+ RF TX+ Vbat+ TX GND Alt. 2 Alt. 1 SUPPLY 10,8-31,2 TO RF+ Fuse 1A Slow IS15 Power cable Roblink Max. 2 ea. IS15 RUDDER RF300 RF300 IS15 Rudder See notes. RI35 Mk2 Limiter Figure 4-7 Connection to older revision J3XX Junction Unit Alternative 1 and 2 Caution Note! Do not use other fuse than specified RF300 must have S/N code (R04) EA or higher C

23 Setting-Up 5 SETTING UP THE RUDDER INSTRUMENT 5.1 First time turn on Note! Turn on the NMEA listener(s) and talker(s) that are connected to the IS15 Rudder before the first time you turn it on (also when you turn on after a COMMUNICATION RESET or a MASTER RESET). The instruments(s) will then automatically configure the IS15 NMEA port(s) as talker(s) (NMEA out) or listener(s) (NMEA in). Note! The first time power is applied to an PrES IS15 Rudder, the display will read: Then press the button. In a multiple instrument system the instruments are assigned to the Roblink and given an Id number in the same sequence as the buttons are pressed. The instrument that is assigned as #1 will be the master unit and broadcast common set-up information on the Roblink to the other instruments. Id:1 After having assigned the instrument(s), turn the system off and then on again (the instrument will display P.OFF if you forget). The pointer will sweep the scale and then show rudder angle, while the digital display will show heading if heading is available as input. When assigning more than one instrument to a system, allow an interval between each assignment, while/if the display is showing. When an instrument is replaced, it is important that a Master Reset has been made on the new one before it is connected to the system. Refer to page C 23

24 5.2 Installation and Calibration Menu The installation menu is arranged as follows: Screen Display Screen 1 Screen 2 Screen 3 Screen 4 Digital LCD 10 sec. Illumination bank 0 = no bank 1 = bank 1 2 = bank 2 Heading offset Heading T/M Shop mode (on/off) Screen Display Screen 5 Screen 6 Screen 7 Screen 8 Digital LCD NMEA In/out Scale adjust Center offset Automatic Center offset Manual Screen Display Screen 9 Screen 10 Screen 11 Screen 12 Digital LCD Change direction P-S Rudder angle (3 port) Screen Display Screen 13 Screen 14 Digital LCD Roblink on/off Test display Communication reset Master reset C

25 Setting-Up To enter Installation Menu: 1. Press the button and hold for 10 seconds to access the Installation Menu. 2. Apply a short press on the or button to select one of the LCD screens in the Installation Menu. 3. Press the button, hold for 2 seconds and release to access a setting. The item to be set starts flashing. 4. Apply a short press on the or button to select a new setting. 5. Press the button and hold for 2 seconds to save a setting. 6. Apply a short press on the button to show the next screen or press the button and hold for 2 seconds to return to normal operation. Note! Screen 1 ILLUM. BANK [ban.1] The display reads ban.0 ban.2 The IS15 instrument system can have two separate banks of instruments. Adjusting the light level on one display will set all the other displays in that bank to the same level without affecting any displays in the other bank. For instance, the lighting level can be independently controlled for: The cockpit and chart table displays of a yacht. The cabin and fly bridge of a power boat. You can also have individual lighting on all instruments. Then the illumination bank setting must be C 25

26 Screen 2 HEADING OFFSET [OFFS] The Heading Offset feature allows you to correct for a permanent heading offset. 1. Activate the Heading Offset by pressing and holding the button for 2 seconds. The reading starts flashing. 2. Increase the compass reading using the button or decrease the compass reading using the button. 3. Save the offset by pressing and holding the button. Screen 3 MAGNETIC OR TRUE HEADING [HdG] The display heading (and bearings) may be set to reference either Magnetic (MAG) or True (true) North. If True North is selected magnetic variation must be available from a GPS receiver or entered manually. Screen 4 SHOP MODE [SHOP] For shows and demonstration purpose. Screen 5 NMEA IN/OUT [n 183] This screen allows you to manually change the NMEA talker port = NMEA OUT to a listener port = NMEA IN. Hence you need not make a Master reset or a Communication reset. The setting is local to each instrument. Press the or button to select NMEA OUT. Press and hold the button to confirm C

27 Setting-Up Note! If there is an active talker connected to the NMEA port, you will not be able to change this port from IN to an OUT port unless the talker is disconnected. Screen 6 SCALE ADJUST [InSt] This screen is for scale calibration. Any rudder angle between ±20 and ±45 can be set to full scale deflection. 1. Press and hold for 2 seconds. The display will alternate: 2. Turn the rudder hard-over to starboard. 3. Apply a short press on. The display will then alternate 4. Turn the rudder hard-over to port. 5. Again apply a short press on. The pointer will then turn to full port deflection and the digital display will read done for a short moment and then return to INst. The scale is now calibrated and will show full scale deflection with the rudder in hard-over position. Screen 7 AUTOMATIC RUDDER OFFSET ADJUST [OFS.A] In calm sea with no current or wind causing side forces, steer the boat on a straight course. Then press for 2 seconds. The display flashes OFS.A and then reads done. The dial is now set to read zero when the rudder steers the boat straight C 27

28 Alternatively: When dockside, turn the rudder to midship position and perform the adjustment. The IS15 Rudder is now showing the correct rudder midship position, but may not compensate for drag, hence not steer the boat straight. Screen 8 MANUAL RUDDER OFFSET ADJUST [OFFS] If you already have a rudder angle display on the boat and you want to align the IS15 Rudder to read the same, use the manual offset control with the display reading OFFS, press for 2 seconds. The display starts flashing 000 or any given value. Adjust the rudder angle to port using or to starboard using. Press and hold to confirm. Screen 9 CHANGE OF DIRECTION P-S [C.dIr] In the event the pointer is showing opposite direction of the rudder it can easily be reversed. With the display showing C.dIr, press for 2 seconds. The pointer will move to the opposite side and the display will flash done twice. Screen 10 ACTUAL RUDDER ANGLE [XX P] This screen will always display the actual rudder angle in degrees (Port or Starboard) irrespective of the full scale deflection adjust C

29 Setting-Up Notes! Screen 11 ROBLINK ON/OFF [robl] Turning Roblink Off and On is local on each instrument. The display reads robl. Press the button and hold for 2 seconds. The LCD display flashes Id:x, x being the instrument s present Roblink Id. number. Press the or button to select Roblink OFF. Press and hold the button to confirm. 1. The Roblink must be turned Off when the instrument is used as a stand-alone (Figure 1-1) or as a single NMEA repeater. However, if more heads are connected as NMEA repeaters in a daisy-chain the Roblink must be On. 2. When the Roblink has been turned Off it will not default to ON even after a Master Reset. If required it must therefore be turned On again using the above procedure. Screen 12 TEST DISPLAY [test] The screen is used for trouble shooting. Screen 13 COMMUNICATION RESET [C.rES] Allows you to reset the system communication (Roblink) in the event anomalies are observed on one or more instruments. This reset will not default the calibration or settings. Press the button and hold for 2 seconds. The LCD display shows P.OFF. Turn the system off, refer to the beginning of this section and assign the instrument(s) to the system C 29

30 Note! Note! Screen 14 MASTER RESET [res] When a MASTER RESET is performed on one of the instruments in a system it becomes system wide and all instruments are reset to default values. Do not perform a Master Reset unintentionally because it will default settings and calibration values. Press the button and hold for 2 seconds. The LCD display shows P.OFF. Turn the system off, refer to the beginning of this section and assign the instrument(s) to the system. After the Master Reset a new set-up has to be performed C

31 Fault Finding 6 FAULT FINDING If the instrument is part of an IS15 instrument system including one of the following: IS15 Transceiver, IS15 Power Supply or IS15 Expander please refer to the IS15 General manual. If it is connected as a stand alone rudder indicator, then perform the fault finding on that instrument. General Display and Communications Faults Condition Probable Cause Action Blank digital display. LCD shows Pointer out of scale to starboard No Power Supply. No heading available No rudder feedback data. Check that the fuse or circuit breaker is not blown / tripped. Check the cable connections. Measure the voltage (10,8-31,2V) Check that the heading source is turned on (normally the autopilot) Check Roblink data by entering the Roblink test menu on an IS15 Combi instrument if available. Check connection to plug 3. If connected to the autopilot, check if the autopilot is functioning normally. Check rudder feedback connections. If the above checks OK, the instrument is probably faulty. Check rudder feedback unit and transmission link C 31

32 Roblink test display The Roblink test display monitors the data flow on the Roblink. On the IS15 Rudder the Roblink test monitors rudder data. Press and hold the button for 10 seconds to enter the installation menu. Press the or button until the display reads test. Press and hold the button for 2 seconds to start the test. The display will start counting up from 136. Actions to Roblink test results: 1. Zero (0) reading means no data available (see previous page). 2. If the numbers are continuously flickering or counting down, perform a Communication Reset. 3. If connected in an IS15 system, make sure the recommended cable lengths or number of instruments in the system is not exceeded. Refer to section 6.6 in the IS15 General Manual. 4. Check the NMEA connection to the stand-alone instrument or the system C

33 Maintenance 7 MAINTENANCE 7.1 General Maintenance Caution Do not use any abrasives, chemical cleaners, petrol or diesel to clean the units. The instrument heads will require no maintenance apart from occasional cleaning. Use fresh water and a mild soap solution (not a detergent). 7.2 Annual Maintenance Check all connections to the instruments and, if necessary, cover with silicone grease or petroleum jelly. 7.3 Removal of Instruments 1. If rear access is possible unplug the Roblink connectors from the back of the instrument. 2. Remove the four front panel corners and the fixing screws. 3. Pull the instrument free from the panel, being careful not to strain the cables if they have not yet been disconnected. Unplug the Roblink connectors from the back, and make up the cables if necessary. 7.4 Return for Service Please ensure that an instrument that is believed to be faulty is correctly installed, the cabling is in good condition and correct, C 33

34 that all connections are secure, and that a correct supply is present at the Roblink/power connector. Should the unit have to be returned to your dealer, adequate packing must be used. Please ensure that your name, telephone number, return address, a clear fault description, and if possible a copy of the proof of purchase are included with any returned equipment. Simrad and their representatives are not responsible for any equipment lost in transit. Please quote the instrument s serial number in all correspondence. This is found on the back of the instrument. 7.5 Local Master Reset When an instrument is leaving the factory a Master Reset has been made. If you want to move an instrument from one system or setup to another, you can perform a local Master Reset on that instrument system before you disconnect the instrument and move it to a system where you want to put it. Refer to screen 14 on page Turn off the Roblink on the instrument as per instructions 2. Perform a Master Reset as per instructions 3. Turn the Roblink on again as per instructions You can now install the instrument in another system without having to make a system wide Master Reset and loose the existing calibration and settings in that system C

35 8 SPARE PARTS LIST IS15 Rudder Instrument IS15 Rudder PROM (programmed) V..R IS15 Rudder Operator s Quick Reference Guide IS15 Mounting kit consisting of: Cabinet corners Screw 3.5x Screw (for securing the connectors) IS15 Protection cover IS15 Panel gasket Roblink Cables IS15 Cable 0,3 m IS15 Cable 2 m (6,5 ) IS15 Cable 5 m (16,5 ) IS15 Cable 10 m (33 ) IS15 Roblink Power Cable 2,5 m (8 ) IS15 Cable Adapter (joiner for interconnection of cables) C 35

36 TERMS OF WARRANTY, SIMRAD AS PRODUCTS SIMRAD warrants that every product shall be free of defects in material and workmanship as specified below: CATEGORY A : Autopilots Radars Instruments Navigators Radiotelephones Plotters Gyrocompasses Sonars Echosounders Trawl Instrumentation SatCom SatTV. These products are warranted for a period of 24 months on parts and 12 months on labour from date of purchase, except for category B items. Consumable parts such as lamps, fuses, batteries, bearings etc. are not covered by this warranty. CATEGORY B : Antennas Transducers Trawl sensors Monitors (CRT/LCD) Radar magnetrons Disk drives. These items are warranted for a period of 12 months on parts and labour from date of purchase. WARRANTY SERVICE is available through authorised service dealers or national distributors world-wide. Products returned will, at the sole discretion of Simrad, either be repaired or replaced free of charge within normal working hours. Freight charges, insurance, duties or any other costs are the responsibility of the customer. Maximum liability shall not, in any case, exceed the contract price of the products claimed to be defective. ON BOARD SERVICE can be arranged by authorised local service dealers or national distributors upon request. Labour costs for the repair/replacement of the defective modules/parts will be free of charge provided a valid warranty is confirmed. Overtime, travel, lodging, per diem, insurance, duties or any other costs are the responsibility of the customer. Additional expenses connected with replacement of transducers such as dry docking, diving and precautionary measures are not covered by this warranty. VALIDITY: This warranty is effective only when warranty certificate or proof of purchase and equipment serial number is presented. Furthermore, the installation and operation has to be carried out in accordance with the product manual. Warranty liability does not apply to any equipment which has become inoperative due to misuse, accident, neglect, sea water damage or unauthorised repair. Simrad will not be liable for any loss, incidental or consequential damages whether based upon warranty, contract or negligence, or arising in connection with the sale, installation, use or repair of the product. Consequential damages include, but are not limited to, any loss of profit, property damage or personal injury. The terms of warranty as described does not affect your statutory rights C