Simrad Panorama RAI Operating instructions

Brand: Simrad

Model: Panorama RAI

Type: Operating instructions

Simrad Panorama RAI is a digital rudder angle indicator that provides precise and reliable rudder angle information for vessels of all sizes. It features a large, easy-to-read display with bright LED backlighting, ensuring clear visibility in all lighting conditions. The Panorama RAI also includes a number of advanced features, such as:

Rudder angle offset adjustment: This allows the user to calibrate the Panorama RAI to match the specific installation and rudder configuration of their vessel.
Adjustable damping: This allows the user to customize the response time of the Panorama RAI to suit their preferences and the specific dynamics of their vessel.

Rudder angle offset adjustment: This allows the user to calibrate the Panorama RAI to match the specific installation and rudder configuration of their vessel.
Adjustable damping: This allows the user to customize the response time of the Panorama RAI to suit their preferences and the specific dynamics of their vessel.

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Robertson Panorama Mk2

Rudder Angle Indicator

20220729

NOTE!

Simrad Robertson 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.

The information contained within this document remains the sole

property of Simrad Robertson 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 passed on to a third party,

without the prior written consent of Simrad Robertson AS.

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 Robertson AS disclaims any responsibility for damage or

injury caused by improper installation, use or maintenance of the

equipment.

Simrad Robertson AS Telephone: +47 51 46 20 00

Nyåskaien Telefax: +47 51 46 20 01

P.O. Box 55

N-4379 Egersund, Norway

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Instruction Manaual

This manual is intended as a reference guide for

operating and correctly installing the Panorama Mk2

Rudder Angle Indicator and RF14XU Rudder

Feedback Unit.

Please take time to read the manual to get a thorough

understanding of the indicator system.

Other documentation materials that are provided with

your system include a warranty card. This must be

filled out by the authorized dealer that performed the

installation and mailed in to activate the warranty.

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Document revisions

Rev Date Written by Checked by Approved by

29.04.99 NG I.Kvalbein Th.H.

19.06.00 NG T.J. Th.H.

24.11.00 NG I.K Th.H.

Document history

Rev. A

First edition

Rev. B

Figure 1-6: RI4 rectifier replaced by a regulated power supply (Not Simrad supply).

Rev. C

Picture of RF14XU screen termination included.

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Contents

1 PANORAMA MK2 RUDDER ANGLE INDICATOR................................................5

1.1 Technical specifications .................................................................................................5

1.2 Mounting instructions....................................................................................................6

1.3 Connections.....................................................................................................................6

1.4 Adjustment and control.................................................................................................7

2 RF14XU RUDDER FEEDBACK UNIT.........................................................................12

2.1 General...........................................................................................................................12

2.2 Technical specifications ...............................................................................................12

2.3 Installation.....................................................................................................................13

2.4 Wiring.............................................................................................................................14

2.5 Other rudder angles.....................................................................................................14

2.6 Adjustments ..................................................................................................................16

2.7 Spare parts.....................................................................................................................17

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1 PANORAMA MK2 RUDDER ANGLE INDICATOR

The Panorama Mk2 Rudder Angle Indicator is designed for

overhead mounting on the bridge. Panorama Mk2 substitutes

the previous model, Panorama. The splash proof ABS/PC

blend cabinet contains 3 identical scales, for accurate reading of

rudder angles from any position in the wheel-house. The

indicator is designed for rudder angles up to 45 degrees on

either side of midship position. Scales for 60, 70 and 90 degrees

are also available as option. The indicator has internal dial light

(LED’s), adjustable by built in dimmer accessible on the rear

plate (lid) of the indicator.

Optional remote dimming from a control panel can be

arranged.

1.1 Technical specifications

Dimensions: See Figure 1-1

Weight: 1,5 kg (3,3 lbs)

Scale: 45°-0-45° is standard

60°-0-60°, 70°-0-70°, 90°-0-90° are

optional

Voltage: 24V DC ±25 %

Input signal: Midship reference:

0.5 x supply voltage

Full deflection: ±9V

Illumination: Long-life LED’s

Dimmer: Built-in but may be removed and

mounted e.g. in a control panel, if

remote dimming is preferred.

Power consumption: Max 113mA

Connections: Built-in screw terminals

Cable dimensions: 0.2 …2.5mm

Cable entries: Via two PG13,5 cable glands

Temperature range: –10 to +55°C (Operation)

Protection: IP66 to IEC 529 and EN 60529

Compass safe distance:1 m

Materials:

Housing: Plastic ABS/PC blend

Metal parts: All metal parts made of corrosion-

resistant materials.

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Ø370 mm (14,6")115,0 mm (4,53")

Ø 5,5 mm (0,22")

Figure 1-1 Panorama Mk2 - Dimensions

1.2 Mounting instructions

The Panorama Mk2 indicator is designed to be mounted on the

ceiling of the bridge. The cables are run through the rear panel

or through the ceiling.

Make sure that the instrument is mounted on an even surface

so that the instrument housing does not get wry.

1.3 Connections

The Panorama Mk2 is protected from ESD (static electricity). I.e.

when mounting no special protection from ESD is needed.

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After dismantling the rear panel (lid) the connection terminals

are visible. Wire gauges between 0.5 (AWG20) and 2.5 mm

(AWG12) can be used for the terminals.

The electrical wiring between the PANORAMA MK2 indicator

and the RF14XU Rudder Feedback Unit is shown in Figure 1-4,

Figure 1-5 and Figure 1-6.

Figure 1-5 and Figure 1-6 show complete rudder angle indicator

systems including Robertson RI9 panel/bulkhead mount

indicators.

If remote dimmer is preferred, the build-in dimmer can be

removed from the indicator (after dismantling the rear plate)

and mounted e.g. in a control panel. A plug to seal the hole in

the rear plate is included on delivery.

1.4 Adjustment and control

When the instrument has been properly connected it must be

checked for correct indication and eventually adjusted.

Make sure the pointer is in exact centre position when the 24V

Power supply is disconnected. If not, gently turn the

mechanical zero adjustment screw until it does.

Caution ! Do not turn this screw more than

±±

°°

from it’s original

position.

Note ! Before making further adjustment to the indicator, the Rudder

Feedback unit must be correctly installed and aligned (ref section 2.3)

and adjusted for midship position (ref. section 2.6).

Turn the rudder to maximum position, port and starboard.

Note ! The instrument reading should be the same as the rudder angle. If

necessary R16 can be adjusted to make the instrument read the actual

rudder angle. Potentiometer R16 is placed on the right side of the

three blue potentiometers. See Figure 1-2.

Remember to remount the rear panel plate with all 4 screws to

ensure the IP66 protection of the instrument.

To reverse the indicator deflection, the brown lead to terminal 8

of the RF14XU terminal board must be connected to terminal 9,

see Figure 2-4.

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Terminal Board

31254

R16 - Gain adjust

Not used

Figure 1-2 Location of Gain adjustment potentiometer (R16)

(Lid removed)

24V DC

RF14XU

PANORAMA Mk2

1098

213 45

10 98

220nF/63V

R24

45VDC S10V

R18

10K

R19

10K

R17

2K2

R16

50K0

DIMMER

820R

(x21)

Figure 1-3 Panorama Mk2 RF14XU Electrical diagram

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VOLTAGE FB

SUPPLY +

2x1,5 sq.mm

3x1,5 sq.mm

RF14XU

RUDDER FEEDBACK UNIT

TOTAL NUMBER OF INDICATORS: 8

RUDDER ANGLE INDICATORS

RI9

PANORAMA Mk2

31254

SUPPLY -

VOLTAGE FB

SUPPLY +

SUPPLY -

VOLTAGE FB

SUPPLY +

SUPPLY -

24V DC

Figure 1-4 Wiring diagram

RI9, Panorama Mk2 and RF14XU on 24V DC Mains

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VOLTAGE FB

SUPPLY +

2x1,5 sq.mm

3x1,5 sq.mm

TOTAL NUMBER OF INDICATORS: 4

RUDDER ANGLE INDICATORS

RI9

PANORAMA Mk2

31254

2x1,5 sq.mm

MAINS

110-220V 50-60Hz

RI4

RECTIFIER BOX

STANDARD

RUDDER POT. METER

110V

220V

123

SUPPLY -

VOLTAGE FB

SUPPLY +

SUPPLY -

VOLTAGE FB

SUPPLY +

SUPPLY -

Figure 1-5 Wiring diagram

Panorama Mk2 and RI9 on AC Mains using a Robertson RI4

Rectifier and “Standard Rudder Potentiometer”

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VOLTAGE FB

SUPPLY +

3x1,5 sq.mm

RF14XU

RUDDER FEEDBACK UNIT

TOTAL NUMBER OF INDICATORS: 4

RUDDER ANGLE INDICATORS

RI9

PANORAMA Mk2

FOR RI4 AND OTHER UNSMOOTHED

24V SUPPLY CONNECT THE

ENCLOSED CAPACITOR AS SHOWN

NOTE:

31254

SUPPLY -

VOLTAGE FB

SUPPLY +

SUPPLY -

VOLTAGE FB

SUPPLY +

SUPPLY -

2x1,5 sq.mm

Supply +

(NOT SIMRAD SUPPLY)

Supply -

2x1,5 sq.mm

110/220VAC

24VDC

REGULATED POWER SUPPLY

Figure 1-6 Wiring diagram

Panorama Mk2 and RI9 on AC Mains with regulated power supply

110/220VAC – 24VDC 2A

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2 RF14XU RUDDER FEEDBACK UNIT

2.1 General

The rudder feedback unit transmits a signal proportional to the

rudder angle. It is mounted close to the rudder stock and is

mechanically connected to the rudder by a transmission link in

a 1:1 ratio.

The RF14XU Rudder Feedback Unit consists of a glass-

reinforced non-flammable polyester housing with a mounting

plate of seawater resistant aluminium. It contains a

potentiometer, limit switches and an electronic (drive) module.

The electronic module contains a voltage section and a

frequency section.

The voltage section outputs a voltage to the rudder angle

indicator(s) which is proportional to the rudder angle. The

voltage varies ±9 volts with half the supply voltage as reference.

The frequency section generates a variable frequency signal

with 3400 Hz as midposition reference. This section is only used

if a Robertson autopilot is connected to RF14XU. The signal

varies at a rate of 20 Hz/degree, increasing when the rudder

moves to port and vice versa.

The shaft of the Feedback Unit is free to travel 360 degrees,

however only ±90 degrees from midposition are used for signal

control.

RF14XU is equipped with two sets of micro switches, which can

be used as electrical limit switches for the steering gear.

2.2 Technical specifications

Dimensions:.................. See Figure 2-1.

Protection:..................... IP56

Ambient temperature:. –25 - +55°C

Operating voltage:....... 19-40V

(Frequency section 12-40V DC)

Output RAI:.................. Midship reference:

0.5 x supply voltage

Full deflection: ±9V

Output autopilot:......... 3400Hz ±20Hz/degree

No. of indicators: .........8 in parallel

Rudder angle:............... ±45° (Changeable to 60, 70 or 90°)

Limit switches:............. Adjustable from ±5 to ±160°

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Figure 2-1 RF14XU, dimensions

2.3 Installation

Before installation check that the alignment mark on the

mounting plate agrees with the mark on the shaft. Bring the

rudder to midship position. The feedback unit should be

mounted on a plane surface and secured by bolts through the

three holes in the mounting plate. It should be linked to the

rudder in accordance with Figure 2-2. It is important that the

linkage is linear, i.e. the A-a and D-d are pairs of equal length.

This will give a 1:1 ratio between the rudder travel and that of

the feedback unit shaft.

Figure 2-2 RF14XU - Mounting

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2.4 Wiring

Wiring to the RI9 and the Panorama Mk2 Rudder Angle

Indicators is shown in Figure 1-4. Figure 1-5 and Figure 1-6 also

show how a combination of RI9 and Panorama Mk2 can be

connected to the RF14XU. The cables are carried through cable

glands and connected to the terminal board. To avoid any

mechanical damage, the cables should be run in a conduit

between the rudder feedback unit and the rudder indicator(s).

The cable screen must be connected to the internal ground

terminal. Ref. picture below.

Figure 2-3 Screen termination

Note ! If the RF14XU and the indicators are powered from an unsmoothed

24V supply, the enclosed 470

F capacitor must be connected across

the voltage supply terminals (+, –) to avoid off-set on the indicator

reading.

2.5 Other rudder angles

The RF14XU is normally delivered for ±45 degrees rudder

angle (violet, brown and pink wires are not connected). For ±60

degrees, connect brown wire to terminal 10, for ±70 degrees,

connect pink to terminal 10 and for ±90 degrees, connect the

violet wire to terminal 10. White wire must remain connected.

To reverse the indicator deflection, the brown wire to terminal 8

must be connected to terminal 9. All the above refer to

connections between the terminal board and the internal of

RF14XU, see Figure 2-4

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VIOLET

BROWN

PINK

BLACK

RED

WHITE

BLACK

RED

BLUE (GND)

YELLOW (+5V)

GREEN (WIPER)

NOTE 1

NOTE 2

9810

RF14XU ELECTRONIC MODULE

(VIEWED FROM BACK SIDE)

NOTE 1: Brown lead normally connected to .

Move to to invert the rudder indicator deflection.

NOTE 2: Normally connected for +/-45˚ rudder angle (violet, brown and pink leads are

not connected). For +/-60˚ connect brown lead to terminal 10, for +/-70˚ connect

pink lead to terminal 10, for +/-90˚ connect violet lead to terminal 10.

White lead must remain connected.

BROWN

POT.

METER

Figure 2-4 RF14XU, Internal wiring

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Note ! Inside the Feedback Unit cover, a piece of moisture protecting sponge

is attached. The sponge produces a corrosion preventive gas, and to

increase the long-life efficiency of the gas, avoid keeping the unit open

over long time periods.

2.6 Adjustments

After having tightened all mechanical parts and connected all

cables, the following adjustment must be carried out:

1. Check that the rudder is set to midship position.

2. Measure the voltage between "U" and "+", respectively "–" on

the RF14XU terminal board. If the two measured voltages do

not have the same numerical value, loosen the two clamping

screws on the potentiometer and turn the potentiometer

housing. (Figure 2-5 pos. 5) until the same numerical value is

measured. The RF14XU is now set to midposition. Tighten the

two clamping screws.

After installation, the cable glands should be sealed with silicon

to prevent water from seeping in. Also apply silicon grease to

the gasket between the bottom and top cover.

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2.7 Spare parts

Part no. Pos. Description

22504005...... Transmission Link

44132306...... Ball joint

22500300...... Shaft coupling

22500458.... 1 Gasket

22501605.... 2 Electronic XU drive module

44105120.... 3 Actuator

44105146.... 4 Limit switch

44118388.... 5 Potentiometer 5Kohm

44132033.... 6 Corrosion inhibitor sponge

22500284.... 7 Activator block

22500276.... 8 Activator disc

Figure 2-5 RF14XU - Spare Parts

Simrad Panorama RAI Operating instructions

Brand: Simrad

Model: Panorama RAI

Type: Operating instructions

Rudder angle offset adjustment: This allows the user to calibrate the Panorama RAI to match the specific installation and rudder configuration of their vessel.
Adjustable damping: This allows the user to customize the response time of the Panorama RAI to suit their preferences and the specific dynamics of their vessel.

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