Raymarine S100 Controller User Guide D76 37-1 Welcome to the S100 Controller Handbooks can be such daunting things, can’t they? Please don’t worry, we have made this guide as simple as possible. Your guide contains an explanation on how to use your S100, so finding your way around will become second nature. If all you want to do is power up and get going, that’s fine. But if you want to know more about what your S100 will do for you, you’ll find it here.
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1 - Getting Started Changing the Controller batteries ........................................ 5 The S100 Autopilot Controller .............................................. 6 How do I power the system on? ............................................ 7 2 - Using your S100 How do I use the autopilot?.................................................. 9 How do I automatically steer straight? ............................... 10 How do I follow a route from my GPS? ...............................
D7639-1 Getting started . . .
Changing the Controller batteries The S100 Controller is powered by 2 AAA batteries which are located in the back of the unit. Ensure that only good quality alkaline batteries are used. Do not use rechargeable batteries. A small cross-head screwdriver will be required to undo the battery cover screws. Remove the batteries from the unit if you do not intend using it for more than a month. Follow the battery manufacturers’s instructions for proper care and disposal of used batteries.
The S100 Autopilot Controller NAVIGATE PORT Use in PILOT mode to power steer your boat. Press and hold for Smart Steer NAVIGATE STARBOARD Use in PILOT mode to power steer your boat. Press and hold for Smart Steer PILOT Use to activate the autopilot. MODE Press to select required pilot mode. D7642-1 STANDBY (POWER ON) When off, press to power on the S100 Use to return to manual control of your boat when in PILOT mode.
How do I power the system on? POWER ON Ensure that you autopilot and basestation is powered on at the ships breaker. On the controller, press and hold the STANDBY button. The handset will beep, the display will read STANDBY and you’re ready to go. Power Saving Mode If you are in STANDBY mode (autopilot off), the handset will automatically turn off if no button has been pressed for 5 minutes. This will help to extend the battery life.
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How do I use the autopilot? Your autopilot can steer your boat according to one of its preset modes. The modes that are available are dependant on your boat and autopilot type. Each of these are explained on the following pages.
How do I automatically steer straight? To continue on your current heading under autopilot control, use the AUTO mode. This will steer you in a straight line ahead until commanded otherwise. AUTO mode can be used in conjunction with SMARTSTEER to give you remote, power-steering control of your boat. 1 2 3 PILOT STANDBY Activates autopilot in AUTO mode Returns the boat to manual steering From any screen: 1. Steer your boat onto the desired heading. 2. Check that there are no obstructions. 3.
How do I follow a route from my GPS? Your autopilot can follow a route that you have previously set on your GPS or Chartplotter. Ensure that your GPS/Chartplotter is sending valid SeaTalk or NMEA 0183 data. 1 2 3 From any screen: MODE press repeatedly until you reach TRACK PILOT activates autopilot in TRACK mode 2. Press PILOT to activate TRACK mode. PILOT Press when asked to accept new heading. 3.
How do I follow a circle pattern? When you select CIRCLE mode, your current position is marked as the center of the circle pattern. Your autopilot will now gently steer your boat into the circle of the selected size. 1 2 3 MODE press repeatedly until you reach CIRCLE change pattern size (Sml, Med or Large) PILOT activates autopilot in CIRCLE mode From any screen: 1. Press MODE repeatedly until CIRCLE is displayed. 2. Use the PORT and STARBOARD keys to change the size (S, M or L) if required 3.
How do I follow a zig-zag pattern? When you enter ZIGZAG mode, the autopilot will use your current position and heading as the center line of the zig-zag. The autopilot will now gently steer your boat into the pattern starting with a turn to starboard. 1 2 3 MODE press repeatedly until you reach ZIGZAG change pattern size (Sml, Med or Large) PILOT activates autopilot in ZIG ZAG mode From any screen: 1. Press MODE repeatedly until ZIGZAG is displayed. 2.
How do I follow a cloverleaf pattern? When you enter CLOVERLEAF mode, the autopilot will use your current position as the center point. The autopilot will then steer your boat through a series of starboard turns, repeatedly intersecting the start point. 1 2 3 MODE press repeatedly until you reach CLOVERLEAF change pattern size (Sml, Med or Large) PILOT activates autopilot in CLOVERLEAF mode From any screen: 1. Press MODE repeatedly until CLOVERLEAF is displayed. 2.
How do I steer to a fixed wind angle? If your boat is equipped with a wind transducer, you can set the autopilot to steer at a fixed angle to the wind, WIND mode. You can adjust this angle to suit your needs. 1 2 3 MODE press repeatedly until you reach WIND PILOT activates autopilot in WIND mode and shows current wind angle. adjusts the desired wind angle From any screen: 1. Press MODE repeatedly until WIND is displayed. 2. Press PILOT to activate WIND mode. 3. The current wind angle will be displayed.
How do I tack using the autopilot? When in WIND mode you can use the autopilot to execute a tack maneuver. The degree of turn is set by the autopilot (Refer to the handbook supplied with the autopilot for details on changing the tack angle) 1 2 3 MODE press repeatedly until you reach TACK select the desired tack direction PILOT press to start the TACK maneuver From any screen: 1. Press MODE repeatedly until TACK is displayed. 2. Use the PORT and STARBOARD keys to select the TACK direction. 3.
How do I dodge an obstacle? Even when the autopilot is activated, you are are still able to override it. If, for example, you encounter an obstacle, or you just wish to change direction by a few degrees. This allows you to effectively power-steer your boat. 1 2 3 With the autopilot activated: or 1º course change press 10º course change or press and hold STANDBY returns the boat to manual steering With the autopilot activated: 1.
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How do I change the pattern direction? You can change the default autopilot pattern direction. 1 2 3 Pilot Setup STANDBY press and hold PATTERN DIRECTION MODE CLOCKWISE or ANTICLOCK or Normal mode STANDBY 1. Press and hold STANDBY for 2 seconds to enter PILOT SETUP mode. 2. Press mode until the display reads PATTERN DIRECTION 3. Press the PORT or STARBOARD key to toggle between CLOCKWISE and ANTICLOCK 4. Press STANDBY to leave Pilot setup and return to normal mode.
How do I change my boat type? Your system can be set to suit the type of vessel to which it is fitted. This ensures that the user interface will offer you the most relevant features. 1 2 3 Pilot Setup STANDBY press and hold BOAT TYPE MODE POWER SAIL or FISHING or Normal mode STANDBY 1. Press and hold STANDBY for 2 seconds to enter PILOT SETUP mode. 2. Press mode until the display reads BOAT TYPE 3. Press the PORT or STARBOARD key to toggle between POWER, SAIL and FISHING 4.
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D7633-1 Alarms and Troubleshooting 22 Raymarine S100 Controller
S100 Alarm messages When the S100 detects a fault or failure on the system, it will activate one of the alarm messages listed in the following table. Unless otherwise stated, you should respond to the alarm by pressing standby to clear the alarm and return to manual control, before you attempt to resolve the problem. In some situations, the S100 will raise more than one alarm. When you have dealt with the first alarm, it will display the next alarm.
ALARM MESSAGE POSSIBLE CAUSE and SOLUTION NO DATA The autopilot is in Track mode and: • the autopilot is not receiving SeaTalk navigation data, or • your GPS is receiving a low strength signal, this will clear when the signal improves Note: The autopilot stops adjusting the heading as soon as it loses data. NO GPS COG The S1000 autopilot is not receiving valid COG data from your GPS system. Check the connections and that your GPS unit is powered on and setup to transmit COG data.
ALARM MESSAGE POSSIBLE CAUSE and SOLUTION TOO FAST TO FISH Fishing patterns will only operate at speeds below 15kts. Check your speed. WAYPOINT ADVANCE You have arrived at a waypoint on your route. The autopilot is now requesting permission to turn onto the next leg, press PILOT to accept. Fault finding All Raymarine products are designed to provide many years of trouble-free operation. We also put them through comprehensive testing and quality assurance procedures before shipping.
General maintenance Routine checks The S100 controller does NOT contain user-serviceable parts. If you remove the main cover you will invalidate the warranty. It should be serviced only by authorized Raymarine service technician.
Subsequent presses of mode will cycle through the various calibration options. Hardware and Software version numbers Use this screen to display the version and serial numbers for the unit. Contrast Use the < and > keys to adjust the contrast to a satisfactory level. Self test Press PILOT to start the unit test sequence and then follow the on-screen instructions. This will test the display, buzzer and button functions. Diagnostics Press PILOT to display the status of the wireless link.
To Register a handset In the DEALER menu, at REGISTRATION, press PILOT. If the S100 is not registered, the display will read NOT REGISTERED. Press > to start the registration process, you can press < at any time to stop the search.
Product support Raymarine products are supported by a worldwide network of distributors and Authorized Service Representatives. If you encounter any difficulties with this product, please contact either your national distributor, service representative, or the Raymarine Technical Services Call Center. Refer to the back cover or www.raymarine.com for contact details.
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Safety Notices Product installation This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with the instructions contained in this handbook. Failure to do so could result in poor product performance, personal injury and/or damage to your boat. As correct performance of the boat’s steering is critical for safety, we STRONGLY RECOMMEND that an Authorized Raymarine Service Representative fits this product.
• • • • • Make sure that all members of crew know how to disengage the autopilot. Regularly check for other boats and any obstacles to navigation – no matter how clear the sea may appear, a dangerous situation can develop rapidly. Maintain an accurate record of the boat’s position by using either a navigation aid or visual bearings. Maintain a continuous plot of your boat’s position on a current chart. Ensure that the locked autopilot heading will steer the boat clear of all obstacles.
Exposure to radio frequency energy The S100 and basestation are designed not to exceed the limits for exposure to RF energy set by national authorities and international health agencies These limits establish permitted levels of radio wave exposure for the general population.
Declaration of Conformity Hereby Raymarine UK Ltd., declare that the S100 and basestation are in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Directive 1999/5/EC The original Declaration of Conformity certificate may be viewed on the relevant product page at www.raymarine.com EMC Guidelines All Raymarine equipment and accessories are designed to the best industry standards for use in the recreational marine environment.
