Installation Manual: Simrad GI51 Gyro Interface
Installation Manual: Simrad GI51 Gyro Interface
Simrad GI51
Gyro Interface
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INSTALLATION MANUAL
Installation Manual
GI51 Gyro Interface
This manual is to be used when installing the Simrad GI51
Gyro Interface.
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Document revisions
Rev Date Written by Checked by Approved by
A 18.02.04 / / /
B 30.04.04 / /
Document history
Rev. A First issue
Rev. B Updated to include new functions. Corrections/updates added to other
pages .
Simrad Egersund AS
Nyåskaien
P.O. Box 55
N-4379 Egersund, Norway
or by e-mail to:
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Contents
1 INTRODUCTION ................................................................5
2 INSTALLATION..................................................................5
2.1 Mechanical installation ........................................................5
2.2 Cabling .............................................................................5
GI51 Block diagram .......................................................6
2.3 Dip switch settings..............................................................7
2.4 Interface setup procedure....................................................8
2.5 Offset adjustment...............................................................8
2.6 Calibration.........................................................................9
2.7 Initial heading and heading change test ............................... 10
2.8 S9 Steering lever.............................................................. 11
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1 INTRODUCTION
The GI51 is a multi purpose interface unit designed for
converting various input signals to Robnet, sin/cos, stepper
signal, NMEA 0183, and Clock Data output signals. Refer
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS, page 20.
The GI51 may be used both in a Robnet system and as a stand-
alone unit.
Note! If GI51 is used together with the AP20 or AP35/16, it must be
configured as stand alone.
The unit has a pendulum ferry feature that will change the
heading output by 180° on command when the unit is connected
to Robnet. If not connected to Robnet, an optional GI51 function
key is required to activate the pendulum ferry function. Refer
PENDULUM FUNCTION KEY (Option), page 16.
2 INSTALLATION
2.2 Cabling
All cable conductors are terminated in screw terminals on the
GI51 pcb.
Connect equipment according to the block diagram on page 6,
and to Terminal description, page 13 onwards.
To make a good ground connection, strip about 1 cm (0.4”) off
the cable’s insulation and pull the screen backwards to cover the
insulation. Position the straps as shown in the figure. Tighten
well to make sure the screen makes good contact.
This will also avoid vibration causing the cables to loose
connection.
Note! Be careful not to drop screen cuts over the components!
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J2
GI51 PCB
ROBNET CONNECTORS
J1
TB12
SEL.4
SEL.3
SELECTOR SEL.2
SEL.1
+12V
TB11
CLK L
CLK H
RADAR
DATA L
DATA H
TB10
PULSE
LOG
+12V
TB9
RX-
RGC
RX+
TB8
TX-
TX+
NMEA TB7
RX-
RX+
TB6
COM
STEP 3
STEP IN
STEP 2
STEP 1
TB5
COM
STEP 3
STEP OUT
STEP 2
STEP 1
TB4
ENABLE
PORT
NFU
STBD
+12V
TB3
S3
S2
SYNCHRO S1
R2
R1
TB2
SIN
COS
SIN/COS V/2
APGND
AP+
TB1
-
PWR
+
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Position/Function
SW1 Switch no.
OFF ON
1 2 3 4
SW1-1 Synchro 1:1 Synchro 90:1
SW1-2 Synchro 1:1 Synchro 360:1
Simrad clk/data Furuno clk/data
SW1-3
(Stand-alone) (Stand-alone)
SW1-4 Normal Heading test
Position/Function
SW2 Switch no.
OFF ON
1 2 3 4
SW2-1 NMEA log Pulse log
SW2-2 Others 26V Ref., 11.8V L/L
SW2-3 NC NC
SW2-4 NC NC
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SEL.4
SELECTOR
SEL.3
SEL.2
SEL.1
+12V
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2.6 Calibration
For other types of synchro voltages, it is recommended to
perform a heading calibration to obtain the maximum heading
accuracy. Calibration can be performed by either turning the
vessel, slew the compass or rotating the synchro. As the internal
gain is related to synchro voltage, dip switch SW2-2 is used to
select “high reference voltage” (50-100V) or “lo reference
voltage” (26V). See page 7. Note that no calibration is required
for geared synchros. The calibration may be omitted if reduced
accuracy (1-2°) can be accepted.
When connected to a Simrad autopilot, the calibration is started
from the autopilot (Robnet). It will be confirmed and read in the
autopilot (confirmed or failed). The GI51 is factory calibrated
for Simrad RGC50/10/11 type gyro with 1:1 synchro. Note that
RGC11 and 1:1 synchro is NOT standard but optional. See
autopilot manual for more info.
When compasses are connected to GI51 as “stand alone” and
calibration may become difficult or impractical due to vessel
size, port condition etc, a separate dip switch (SW2-2) function
is included to avoid the calibration. See Dip switch settings,
page 7.
Note! For a 1:1 synchro, minor errors may be present, therefore a
calibration when the vessel is out at the open sea is
recommended. Use the following procedure:
1 Connect the power to the GI51.
2 Make some 360 degrees turns within 10 minutes from
power-on. Normally the compass becomes calibrated
within passing north three times. The heading sensor
should now be calibrated. The green CPU Running LED
changes from flashing to constant on for about 7 seconds,
indicating that the calibration is accepted.
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3 GI51 PCB
SELECTOR
SEL.3
SEL.2
SEL.1
RADAR
+12V CLK
Clk L
SYNCHRO
RADAR
FAULT Clk H
Data L
LOG
+12V
RGC RX
RX-
RGC
RX+ NMEA
TX
TX-
NMEA
TX+
NMEA
RX- RX
RX+
F1 Com
PROGRAM /
STEP IN
FUNCTION KEY Step 3
PLUG STEP
Step 2
IN
Step 1
Com
STEP OUT
SW1 Step 3
STEP
Step 2 OUT
Step 1
SW2
Enable
Port
NFU
Stbd
+12V CPU
RUNNING
S3
J2 LED
SYNCHRO
S2
S1
R2
CONNECTORS R1
V/2
Cos
SIN/COS
Sin
J1
APGND
AP+
-
PWR
POWER +
OK
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TB1, Power
Used for power connection when GI51 is not powered by
- PWR Robnet.
+
When power is connected to TB1 in a Robnet system, GI51 will
continue to output gyro heading even if the autopilot is turned
OFF.
V/2
Cos
SIN/COS
Sin
Used for heading output to certain models of Simrad autopilots
APGND
(AP200 series, AP45, AP9).
AP+
TB3, Synchro In
S3
SYNCHRO
S2
Used for connecting gyro compasses with synchro output. Refer
S1
Dip switch settings, page 7 for signal specification.
R2
R1
TB4, NFU
Stbd Robnet.
+12V
Simrad S9 lever also enables remote auto/NFU mode switching.
Com
STEP OUT
Step 3
Used for operating heading repeaters with step input.
Step 2
Step 1
Note! Step signals only for electronic interface, not for step motors!
See TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS, page 20.
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TB6, Step In
Com
STEP IN
Step 3
Step 2
Used when connecting a gyro compass with stepper output.
Step 1
TX+
for speed, page 7.
RX-
RX+ Output heading from active steering compass and speed from log
in the GI51 is available on TX- and TX+.
RX- Used for reading serial data (9600 baud) from gyro compass
RGC
TB10, LOG
Pulse Used for connecting speed log with 200p/NM. Refer Dip switch
LOG
TB11, Radar
Clk H
Simrad or Furuno format is selected via Robnet, or set by dip
Data L switch SW1 if GI51 not is connected to Robnet. Refer Dip
Data H switch settings, page 7.
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TB12, Selector
The selector lines option on TB12 are used both for heading
SEL.4
offset adjustment and for the optional pendulum function key as
SELECTOR
SEL.3
described below.
SEL.2
SEL.1
Offset heading adjustment
+12V
Offset of initial heading will be required when a step or geared
synchro is connected in a stand-alone system. The function is
obtained by connecting a pulse switch between TB12, +12V and
SEL 3. When pressing and holding the switch, the heading will
increase or decrease, depending of last direction control.
The heading will increase in a slow rate for the first 3 degrees,
but change to high rate for as long as the switch is depressed. By
making a quick double press and keep the last press, the
direction is reversed and started with low rate. Single presses on
the switch changes the heading by one tenth of a degree.
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Pendulum
function key 3. Carefully insert the pendulum function key into P1. Observe
the guiding slot as indicated on the figure.
4. Press carefully until the key is properly inserted.
P1
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5 TROUBLE SHOOTING
For location of the LEDs, refer to Component location, page 12.
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6 SPARE PARTS
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7 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
7.1 Hardware
Dimensions: ........................................................See figure below
Weight: ................................................................ 0.8 kg (1.8 lbs.)
Material:..................................................Epoxy coated aluminum
Environmental Protection: ..................................................... IP44
Safe distance to magnetic compass: ....................... 0.2 m (0.7 ft.)
Temperature range:
Operation:......................... –25 to +55 °C (–13 to +130 °F)
Storage:.............................. –30 to +80 °C (–22 to +176 °F)
Cable inlets ..............Rubber glands for cable diameter 10-14mm
Mounting: ........................................................... Bulkhead mount
7.2 Supply
Supply voltage: ........................ 12, 24 or 32V DC +30%/-10% or
Robnet (26-42V DC
Power consumption: ............................................................2.4 W
Load: ................................................................. Maximum 20 mA
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7.3 Interface
Input
Synchro 1:1, 90:1, 360:1.....................26 - 115V, 400Hz ext exit,
+/-0.5° accuracy
Synchro 90:1, 360:1........................ 50 - 60V, 50 - 60Hz ext exit,
+/-0.5° accuracy
Step, 6 step/°, max rate 40°/sec: ........... 20-70V, common high or
common low,
low <= 7V
NMEA183 heading and speed ..HDT, HDG, HDM, VBW, VHW
RGC11 serial heading...................................................9600 baud
RGC12 serial heading...................................................9600 baud
Speed log 200 p/NM ................................Pot. free contact, 20mA
NFU with mode sel. (S9) ................................... Pot. free contacts
Robnet.....................................Heading (steering comp., T or M),
Radar interf. type
Selector ........................................................... Pendulum function
Offset adjustment
Output
Analog sin/cos (AP45)....................................................0-5V DC
Step 6 step/°, max rate 20°/sec: ........................... 24V DC, 20mA
Simrad (Anritsu)/Furuno clk
/data for 2 radars .............................................0-5V, 40Hz, 20mA
NMEA183
Heading ........................................ HEHDT/HEHDG, 10Hz
Speed and heading:................................................HEVHW
(PSIMVHW if unaligned
geared synchro or step), 1Hz
Rate of turn:..................... TIROT if rate input according to
IMO A.526 (13)
..............................................AGROT (autopilot system) or
IIROT (stand alone) if calculated
from heading
Robnet (AP35, AP50) .....................Heading T & M, speed, NFU
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Output data:
Status: $PSTOC,R<CR><LF>
equal to calibration running
$PSTOK,C<CR><LF>
equal to calibration completed, or not running
(as presented before start calibration)
$PSTOK,F<CR><LF>
equal to calibration failed (time out)
Data transmission:
Baud rate: 4800
Data bits: 8
Parity: None
Stop bits: 1
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