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NAVpilot-711C with Seastar Optimus

1. Optimus Seastar

1.1. What is Seastar Optimus?

1.2. Seastar Optimus with NAVpilot-711C

2. NAVpilot-711C

2.1. Interconnection

2.2. Wiring IF-NMEA2K2 to EVC (CAN 2)

2.3. Wiring IF-NMEA2K2 to NAVpilot-711C

(TB7)

2.4. Initial Settings on NAVpilot-711C

2.5. Compatible Software Versions

Optimus CANTrak Display

3.1. Status Indication on Optimus CANTrak

Displays

3.2. OVRD (Override) Mode

3.3. Seastar Optimus Software Version

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Overview

Notes: The IF-NMEA2K2 software version must be 1.16 or higher. Set the IF-NMEA2K2 to high speed mode by cutting the orange wire. See

IF-NMEA2K2 installation guide for additional information. Software version of PCM, Pump Control Module, must be revision “T” or later. Navpilot 711C Processor unit (FAP7002) must be ver 1.27 or higher. Navpilot 711C Control head (FAP7011C) must be ver 1.08 or higher. If the Optimus CAN Bus is 24vdc, install the optional Gateway Adapter, part #

VIP-GTW-ADP

Specific settings in Navpilot 711C for EVCS systems In the setup menu under, Ship’s Characteristics, set the Boat Type to EVCS.

When you set the Boat Type to EVCS Boat, please note the following. NMEA0183 Port 2 will no longer show up in the setup menu. Port 2 is now used for

the EVCS connection. Dockside Setup Menu is not displayed when the Boat Type is set to EVCS Boat.

Rudder information is supplied by the EVCS so this part of the Navpilot setup is no longer required.

Continue to installation instructions and connection diagrams

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Optimus Seastar 1.1. What is Seastar Optimus?

Seastar Solution offers electronically controlled steering systems called Optimus. The following drawing is from the website of Seastar Solutions showing the Optimus 360 Joystick Control System.

URL: http://www.seastarsolutions.com/products/electronic-power-steering/optimus-360-outboard-control-system/

1.2. Seastar Optimus with NAVpilot-711C

The Optimus system has three independent CAN bus networks, consisting of CAN1, CAN2 and CAN3. CAN1 network is for the Optimus steering network. CAN2 network is for Optimus communication, display units and for a connection to the autopilot. CAN3 network is for NMEA2000 certified devices. The NAVpilot-711C is connected to CAN2 via an IF-NMEA2K2. Rudder control is achieved by plugging the IF-NMEA2K2 into the Optimus CAN2 Network.

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NAVpilot-711C 2.1 Interconnection

The following drawing shows an overview of NAVpilot-711C connected to the Seastar Optimus network. The NAVpilot-711C processor unit FAP-7002 is connected to the Seastar Optimus system EVC bus, CAN2 via the IF-NMEA2K2 (v01.16 or later). The NMEA2000 port is connected to the NMEA2000 backbone to communicate for navigation data.

2.2 Wiring IF-NMEA2K2 to EVC (CAN 2)

No special procedure is required: Just connect the NMEA2000 connector (Micro-C, male) of IF-NMEA2K2 to the backbone of Seastar Optimus CAN2 network.

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2.3 Wiring IF-NMEA2K2 to NAVpilot-711C (TB7)

Connect NMEA0183 wires of the IF-NMEA2K2 to the processor unit FAP-7002: TB7 (NMEA0183 Port 2) port as shown below. Make sure that the IF-NMEA2K2 mode is set to High Speed mode.

Connection with TB7 (NMEA port 2) Connect the signal lines of the cable to TB7 with the color assignment shown at right.

Pin No Signal Color

1 TD_A L-BLU/YEL

2 TD_B L-BLU/GRN

3 RD_H PNK

4 RD_C PNK/BLK

5 Shielded DRAIN

Setting High Speed Mode The remaining wires are short-circuited by default for the Normal mode. The mode can be changed by cutting one of the wires. For the High-Speed mode, cut the PORT1 (ORG) as shown at right. Then cycle power to enable the change.

Extracted from

Installation Manual

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2.4 Initial Settings on NAVpilot-711C

(1) In the Installation Menu, access [Installation] – [SHIP’S CHARACTERISTICS] – [BOAT TYPE] and select [EVCS BOAT].

Selecting the [EVCS BOAT] will allow the NAVpilot-711C system to communicate with the Seastar Optimus system via the IF-NMEA2K2.

(2) Set the [Boat Length], [Cruising Speed], and [Rate of Turn] to fit the boat’s characteristics.

(3) Check that no detection failure message appears. This confirms that the connection with EVC is established.

Note: “Dockside Setup” and “Set Center Rudder Position” setting is not displayed when “EVCS Boat” is selected.

2.5 Navpilot 711C compatible software versions

The NAVpilot-711C is compatible with Seastar Optimus with the following software versions. Make sure to install the latest versions of both processor and control units in the correct combination, as well as the appropriate IF-NMEA2K2 serial number and version.

Items Versions

Processor Unit FAP-7002 01.27 or later

Control Unit FAP-7011C (Color) 01.08 or later

IF-NMEA2K2 01.16 or later

IMPORTANT Note on IF-NMEA2K2: Although older IF-NMEA2K2 units can be updated to version 1.16, some older hardware units CANNOT detect the EVC even with the version 01.16 being installed. It is best to use newer hardware units which already has v1.16 or better pre-installed.

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Optimus CANtrack Display

3.1 Operation Information The Optimus CANtrak display will show the current mode status at the top of the screen. Under normal operating conditions, “ALL HELMS ACTIVE” is displayed. The CANtrak display will show “AUTO-PILOT MODE” when the NAVPILOT is engaged in either the AUTO or NAV mode.

3.2 Override (OVRD) mode of NavPilot The NavPilot will display OVRD mode during the following conditions. When operating the Helm or Joystick, or in one of the Optimus operating modes such as Position Hold, Heading Hold or Position and Heading Hold.

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The NavPilot-711C will display OVRD mode during the following conditions. When operating the Helm or Joystick, or in one of the Optimus operating modes such as Position Hold, Heading Hold or Position and Heading Hold.

The Seastar Optimus system automatically incorporates a safety feature called “Override”. When a user moves the helm or joystick, an override signal coming from the Seastar Optimus system automatically sets the Navpilot to STBY (Standby). When this happens, the NAVpilot-300 will display the [OVRD] icon on the top of the screen.

Note: Two rudders are controlled separately during Optimus operation modes. Consequently, the Optimus PCM alternatively outputs two rudder angles. The NavPilot will toggle the display of the rudder angles during the OVRD mode.

3.3 Optimus compatible software versions

See “Product Information” on the Optimus CANtrak display and confirm that the PCM software is software Rev T or above. (Menu -> Devices -> Main Display -> Product Information).

PRODUCT INFORMATION

Part Number:******Serial Number:******Software:******Rev *

Bootloader:******Rev*

(See appendix for specific 12vdc or 24vdc Optimus BUS connection diagrams and the Navpilot 711C Installation manual for further information)

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3.4 Appendix: Connection Diagrams

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