FURUNO NAVPILOT-700 (01) PDF Document

Before installing the FURUNO NAVPILOT-700, please adhere to the following safety instructions:

WARNINGS:

• Turn off the power at the switchboard before beginning the installation to prevent fire or electrical shock.

• Use the proper power cable (JIS type DPY-2.5 or equivalent) to prevent fire.

• Confirm that no one is near the rudder when bleeding air from the oil cylinder, as the rudder may move unexpectedly and cause injury.

• When connecting a geomagnetism detection type heading sensor, you must correct the magnetic field deviation. An uncompensated autopilot can cause unexpected course changes.

• Set [REMOTE CONTROLLER 1/2] on the [SYSTEM SETUP] menu properly according to the remote controller connected. Improper settings, especially for NFU-type controllers, can cause malfunctions.

• Install a control unit (or emergency stop button) at each helm station. This allows you to disable the autopilot in an emergency to prevent accidents. To enable this, set [IN PORT1] or [IN PORT2] to [GO STBY] on the [UNIVERSAL PORT] menu.

CAUTIONS:

• Confirm that the power supply voltage is compatible with the voltage rating of the equipment to prevent fire or damage.

• Observe the specified compass safe distances to prevent interference with a magnetic compass.

• Separate the reversible pump at least one meter from communications equipment, antennas, and cabling to prevent interference.

To prevent interference with a magnetic compass, maintain the following minimum safe distances for the FURUNO NAVPILOT-700 components:

When selecting a mounting location for the FURUNO NAVPILOT-700 Control Unit (FAP-7001/FAP-7011), keep the following points in mind:

• Select a location with good ventilation.

• Ensure that shock and vibration are minimal.

• Use the supplied display hard cover when the system is not in use.

• Do not install the display unit under “Plexiglas” or other types of shielding material, as they can trap heat and moisture or magnify sunlight, damaging the display.

• For maintenance and checking purposes, leave space at the sides and rear of the unit and leave slack in the cables. Refer to the outline drawing for recommended maintenance space.

• Observe the compass safe distances shown in the safety instructions to prevent interference with a magnetic compass.

To fasten the Control Unit from the front panel for a surface mount, follow these steps:

1. Use the surface mount template at the back of the manual to create a mounting hole in the installation site.

2. Detach the front panel along with the keypad assembly. Attach the supplied sponge to the rear of the display unit.

3. Place the Control Unit into the mounting hole and secure it with four supplied self-tapping screws (3×20).

4. Re-attach the front panel and keypad assembly to the Control Unit.

To detach the front panel:

1. Insert the provided remover into the notch on the upper side of the unit.

2. Pull the remover to slightly raise the panel.

3. Use the remover in the same way to raise the panel at the lower side.

4. Detach the panel with your hands.

To fasten the FAP-7011 Control Unit from the rear panel, follow these instructions:

1. Use the surface mount template at the back of the manual to create a mounting hole in the installation site.

2. Insert the two supplied studs (M3x40) into the designated holes on the back of the unit.

3. Set the unit into the mounting hole. Fasten it from behind using the supplied flat washers, spring washers, and wing nuts.

When installing the Processor Unit FAP-7002 for your FURUNO NAVPILOT-700, select a mounting location considering the following points:

• Install the unit away from direct sunlight and water splash.

• Select a location where temperature and humidity are moderate and stable.

• Consider the length of the cable connected between the Processor Unit and other units.

• Install the unit where you can easily remove the cover to access controls and connectors.

• For a bulkhead installation, ensure the mounting location is strong enough to support the unit under normal boat pitching and rolling.

• To prevent interference, separate the processor unit and its cables at least one meter from communications equipment, antennas, and their cables.

• Make sure there are no objects near the vent.

• Leave enough space around the unit for maintenance and servicing. Refer to the outline drawing for recommended maintenance space.

• Observe the compass safe distances to prevent interference with a magnetic compass.

Installation methods:

• Tabletop: Fasten with four self-tapping screws.

• Bulkhead: Screw in two self-tapping screws for the upper side, leaving about 5 mm exposed. Hang the unit on these screws and tighten them. Then, screw in two self-tapping screws for the lower side and tighten them.

Note: This unit is not required if your FURUNO NAVPILOT-700 system uses Fantum Feedback™ or is an EVC system-equipped boat.

Installation:

1. Leave sufficient space around all moving parts.

2. Fasten the unit to the rudder, ensuring the following conditions are met:

• 350 mm (13.8”) < Y2 < 540 mm (21.3”)

• X1 = X2

• Y1 = Y2

3. Use four supplied self-tapping screws to fasten the rudder reference unit.

Adjustment after mounting:

1. Center the rudder.

2. With the rudder centered, check if the notch on the RRU arm is aligned with the arrow mark on the unit body. If it is, no further adjustment is needed.

3. If not aligned, loosen the screw on the arm of the RRU, then align the notch with the arrow mark.

4. Tighten the screw.

Fantum Feedback™ on the FURUNO NAVPILOT-700 allows the autopilot to be controlled without a rudder reference unit. For this feature to work correctly, keep the following in mind:

Requirements:

• The ship motor must be an outboard.

• The length of the ship must be between 20 ft and 40 ft.

• In the settings, [DRIVE UNIT SELECTION] should be set to [REVERSIBLE 24V (or 12V)] or [SAFE HELM 24V (or 12V)].

Unavailable Functions and Modes:

The following are not available when using Fantum Feedback™:

• FU dodge mode

• FishHunter™ mode

• Wind mode

• Remote controllers

To fasten the cables to the processor unit of your FURUNO NAVPILOT-700, follow these steps:

1. Remove the outside cover by holding its right and left sides, pulling outward, and lifting it off.

2. Remove the four screws that secure the shield cover.

3. Carefully separate the cable clamp/fan assembly from the shield cover. Be cautious to avoid damaging the cable connected to the fan.

4. Disconnect the fan connector.

5. Twist the cable cores and insert them into their correct connector blocks.

6. For NMEA cables, wind vinyl tape around the cable cores.

7. Fasten a supplied cable tie to the cable and the “clamp leg”.

8. Reconnect the fan connector.

9. After all equipment is connected, refasten the cable clamp/fan assembly.

To put wires into the connector blocks inside the processor unit, follow this procedure:

1. Remove the shield of the wire by 6 mm.

2. Twist the exposed core.

3. Using a slotted-head screwdriver, push the spring-loaded catch on the connector block.

4. Insert the wire core into the hole.

5. Release the screwdriver to clamp the wire.

6. Gently pull the wire to confirm it is securely inserted.

Note: To connect two Control Units (to TB8 and TB9), change the jumper block J104 from position #1-2 to #3-4. For a single Control Unit, use TB8 and set J104 at position #1-2.

For the FURUNO NAVPILOT-700, select power and motor line cables based on the rated current of the motor and the cable length, as shown in the table below. Use a breaker with a rating acceptable to the motor.

Additional notes:

• Use single core or stranded wire. For stranded wire, the maximum number of wires is seven.

• Do not twist cores, as this can prevent them from disconnecting.

To ensure safety, install an emergency stop button (supplied locally) near each helm station to disable the autopilot’s rudder control in an emergency.

Installation:

Connect the event switch (emergency stop button) to the General IN (TB5) terminals of the processor unit. A maximum of two event switches can be connected.

Configuration:

To enable the emergency stop function, you must configure the universal port settings:

1. Access the [UNIVERSAL PORT] menu (see section 3.9 of the manual).

2. Set [IN PORT1] or [IN PORT2] (whichever the button is connected to) to [GO STBY].

When the emergency button is pressed, the autopilot’s rudder control will be disabled, and the steering mode will change to STBY (manual steering).

The following remote controller combinations and connections are not allowed for the FURUNO NAVPILOT-700:

• Wrong connection no. 1: You cannot connect different types of remote controllers to the processor unit at the same time (e.g., mixing button, lever, and dodge types).

• Wrong connection no. 2: You can connect only one dial-type remote controller (FAP-5551). Connecting multiple dial-type controllers is not allowed.

• Wrong connection no. 3: You cannot connect multiple distributors to the processor unit.

Follow these steps to perform the initial setup on your FURUNO NAVPILOT-700:

1. Press the POWER/BRILL key (NAVpilot-700) or POWER/STBY key (NAVpilot-711/720) to turn on the power. The language selection menu will appear.

2. To change the language, rotate the knob to select a language, then push the knob. If the default English (USA) is acceptable, simply push the knob to proceed.

3. The [UNIT SETUP] menu will appear. The units are set according to the language selected. If you need to change a unit (e.g., SPEED UNIT, DEPTH UNIT):

a. Rotate the knob to select the setting to change, then push the knob.

b. Rotate the knob to select the desired unit, then push the knob.

4. Press the ► key (NEXT) to show the [OPERATION MODE] menu.

5. With [INSTALLATION] selected, push the knob to show the [INSTALLATION] menu.

Note: The [INSTALLATION] menu can also be opened from the STBY display by pressing the knob three times while pressing and holding down the MENU key.

The [DISPLAY SETUP] menu on your FURUNO NAVPILOT-700 allows you to customize display indications. Use the table below to configure the settings:

The [SHIP’S CHARACTERISTICS] menu sets up the FURUNO NAVPILOT-700 according to your boat’s type, length, cruising speed, and rate of turn.

1. From the menu, push the knob while [BOAT TYPE] is selected.

2. Rotate the knob to select your boat type, then push the knob. The options are:

• [PLANING]: Jet boats, fast patrol boats, sport fishing boats

• [SEMI-DISPLACE]: Pilot boats, power boats, fast catamaran boats

• [DISPLACEMENT]: Pedal boats, fishing boats, work boats, houseboats

• [SAILBOAT]: Sailboats

• [EVCS BOAT]: EVC system equipped boats

3. If you selected [PLANING] or [SEMI-PLANING], the [RUDDER SENSOR] option appears. Select [INSTALLED] if a rudder reference unit is installed, or [FANTUM FEEDBACK] if it is not.

4. Set the [BOAT LENGTH], [CRUISING SPD], and [RATE OF TURN] as follows:

a. Rotate the knob to select the item you want to change, then push the knob.

b. Rotate the knob to set the correct value for your boat, then push the knob to confirm.

Note: Set the rate of turn according to your boat’s specifications. If the rate is set higher than your boat’s specifications, the rudder may turn abruptly when arriving at a waypoint, creating a dangerous situation.

Follow this procedure for the dockside setup of your FURUNO NAVPILOT-700 when a Rudder Reference Unit (RRU) is installed. Note: This menu is not shown if [BOAT TYPE] is set to [EVCS BOAT].

1. Select RRU Type:

• In the [DOCKSIDE SETUP] menu, select [SELECT RRU TYPE] and push the knob.

• Choose [ROTARY(INBOARD)] for the FURUNO FAP-6112 or [LINEAR(OUTBOARD)] for the Teleflex AR4502.

2. RRU Sensor Alignment:

• Select [RRU SENSOR ALIGNMENT] and push the knob.

• Physically center the rudder. Confirm that the displayed rudder angle is ±5° or less. If not, adjust the RRU body or magnet position until it is within this range. An alignment tone will beep continuously when the indicator is within ±5°.

3. Air Bleeding:

• Select [AIR BLEEDING] and push the knob. Select [YES] to begin.

• The system will detect the drive unit. If it shows [UNKNOWN], push the knob and manually select your drive type (e.g., REVERSIBLE 24V).

• A popup message “PUSH ARROW KEYS TO ENABLE PUMPSET” will appear.

• Press the ◄ or ► key until the on-screen indicator is completely filled.

• Remove the appropriate rubber cap of the cylinder to bleed air.

• Repeat for the other direction and continue the process until air is completely bled.

4. Rudder Limit Setup:

• Select [RUDDER LIMIT SETUP] and push the knob.

• Select [RUDDER CENTER SETUP] and push the knob. A confirmation message will appear; select [YES].

• Turn the helm to center the rudder, then push the knob.

• Select [PORT LIMIT SETUP]. Turn the helm hard-over to port, then enter the port rudder limit by pushing the knob.

• Select [STBD LIMIT SETUP]. Turn the helm hard-over to starboard, then enter the starboard rudder limit.

5. Auto and Manual Rudder Limit:

• Select [AUTO RUDDER LIMIT] and set the maximum rudder movement for automatic modes (10° to max rudder limit).

• Select [MANUAL RUDDER LIMIT] and set the maximum rudder movement for manual/remote modes (10° to max rudder limit).

6. Rudder Test:

• Select [RUDDER TEST] and choose [YES] to start. For power steering vessels, engines must be running.

• The test will automatically detect the drive type, rudder deadband, and rudder speed. If the drive is reversible, you may need to confirm the type from a list.

• Upon completion, a message like “RUDDER TEST COMPLETED” will appear. Press any key to see the results ([DRIVE TYPE], [RUDDER DEADBAND], [RUDDER SPEED]).

Follow these steps to perform the dockside setup on a FURUNO NAVPILOT-700 that uses Fantum Feedback™ (no rudder reference unit).

1. Set Drive Unit:

• In the [DOCKSIDE SETUP] menu, select [DRIVE UNIT SELECTION] and push the knob.

• Rotate the knob to select your drive type ([REVERSIBLE 24V], [REVERSIBLE 12V], [SAFE HELM 24V], or [SAFE HELM 12V]) and push the knob to confirm.

2. Air Bleeding:

• Select [AIR BLEEDING] and push the knob. Select [YES] to begin.

• A popup message “PUSH ARROW KEYS TO ENABLE PUMPSET” will appear.

• Press the ◄ or ► key to operate the pump.

• Remove the appropriate rubber cap on the cylinder to bleed air.

• Repeat for the other direction and continue until air is completely bled.

3. Rudder Test:

• Select [RUDDER TEST] and choose [YES] to start.

• A message will prompt you to center the rudder using the wheel. Center the rudder, then push the knob.

• Press the ► key to confirm the rudder moves to starboard.

• Turn the helm or press the ► key hard-over to STBD, then push the knob.

• Long-press (over 3 seconds) the ◄ key to move the rudder hard-over to the opposite direction (port).

• When the rudder reaches the hard limit, release the key. A message “HAS THE RUDDER REACHED THE HARD LIMIT?” will appear. Push the knob to confirm.

• Long-press the ► key to return to the other hard limit. When reached, release the key and confirm again by pushing the knob.

• After the test, a message like “RUDDER TEST COMPLETED” will appear. Press any key to view the results ([DRIVE TYPE] and [RUDDER SPEED]).

These features are available with the Accu-Steer FPS 12V (or 24V) drive unit. The setup menu appears after a successful Helm Sensor Test.

How to set the safe helm mode:

1. In the [SAFE HELM/P.ASSIST SETUP] menu, select [SAFE HELM] and push the knob.

2. Select [ON] and push the knob to activate the mode.

3. Select [RETURN DELAY] and push the knob. Rotate the knob to set the time (1-20 seconds) before the autopilot re-engages after manual steering, then push the knob.

4. Select [SAFE HELM RESPONSE] and push the knob. Turn the helm port/starboard and rotate the knob to set the response time (a higher value equals a faster response). Push the MENU key to close.

5. Select [SAFE HELM BEEP] and choose [ON] or [OFF] to enable or disable the beep that sounds when safe helm mode is activated.

How to set the power assist mode:

1. In the [SAFE HELM/P.ASSIST SETUP] menu, select [POWER ASSIST] and push the knob.

2. Select [ON] to enable the feature. Additional menu items will appear.

3. Select [FOR SPEEDS UNDER] and rotate the knob to set the highest speed (1.0 to 9.9 knots) at which power assist will be active.

4. If you want power assist in STBY mode, set [POWER ASSIST STBY] to [ON].

5. Select [POWER ASSIST RUDDER SPEED]. Turn the helm port and starboard while rotating the knob to set the desired speed/strength of the power assist. A higher setting provides stronger assistance.

The [DATA CALIBRATION] menu lets you apply an offset to speed, wind, temperature, and depth data if the displayed values on the FURUNO NAVPILOT-700 differ from actual values.

1. From the [INSTALLATION] menu, navigate to the [DATA CALIBRATION] menu.

2. Rotate the knob to select the sensor you want to compensate (e.g., STW, WIND ANG, TEMP, DEPTH) and push the knob.

3. Rotate the knob to set an offset value, then push the knob. Enter a negative value if the displayed reading is higher than the actual value, and a positive value if it is lower.

Example: If the depth indication is 100 feet but the actual depth is 98 feet, enter an offset of -2.

The available compensation ranges are:

*STW = Speed Through Water

The [PARAMETER SETUP] menu allows you to optimize the steering performance of your FURUNO NAVPILOT-700 for the current sea conditions.

1. In the [PARAMETER SETUP] menu, rotate the knob to select [SEA STATE] and push the knob.

2. Rotate the knob to select the option that best matches the current sea state, then push the knob.

• [FULL-AUTO]: Recommended for normal operation. Auto adjustment and self-learning are both on. The NAVpilot will continuously optimize rudder ratio, counter rudder, and auto trim gain.

• [SEMI-AUTO]: Auto adjustment is on, but self-learning is off. The pilot steers based on previously learned experience-related parameters.

• [MANUAL-CALM]: Self-learning is off. Uses parameters selected for calm seas.

• [MANUAL-MODERATE]: Self-learning is off. Uses parameters for a typical normal sea state.

• [MANUAL-ROUGH]: Self-learning is off. Uses preset parameters for a typical rough sea state.

3. If you selected [FULL-AUTO], you can set the [DEVIATION LEVEL]:

a. Select [DEVIATION LEVEL] and push the knob.

b. Select [AUTO] or [LEVEL]. For [LEVEL], you can set a value from 1 to 9. A lower number keeps the course more precisely but the rudder moves more often. A higher number results in slower rudder movements, but the course may not be as precise.

4. If you selected a MANUAL mode, you can manually set steering parameters like Weather, Rudder Gain, and Counter Rudder.

The “All Clear” feature on the FURUNO NAVPILOT-700 restores all settings to their factory defaults. To perform this action:

1. While the unit is in STBY mode, push the knob three times while simultaneously pressing and holding the [MENU] key. The [INSTALLATION] menu will appear.

2. Select [SYSTEM SETUP].

3. Select [ALL CLEAR] and then select [YES] to confirm and restore all default settings.