Simrad AP27 Marine Instruments User Manual


 
Simrad AP26 and AP27 Autopilots
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both ends are available in 1, 5 and 10 m length. For cable
extension a Robnet2 T-Joiner is required.
When installing a system, try to minimize the total cable length
by connecting all Robnet2 units to the nearest available Robnet2
connector.
Total length of Robnet2 cable installed in a system should not
exceed 50 m (165').
Examples of interconnecting Robnet2 units:
CONTROL
UNIT
CONTROL
UNIT
AP27
CONTROL
UNIT
COMPASSAUTOPILOT
COMPUTER
T-joiner
Figure 3-9 Interconnecting Robnet2 units
A Robnet2 T-Joiner P/N 24005662 is available to make the
Robnet2 interconnection more simple by reducing the number of
cables or extend cables when necessary.
See table for pin configuration and colour code of the network
cable.
Cable pairs Color code
Signal
Pink V SYSTEM+
1. pair
Grey V SYSTEM–
Brown Bus–
2. pair
White Bus+
Yellow On - Off
Figure 3-10 Robnet2 Connector
Note ! The connectors are weather proof according to IP65, when
properly installed. All unused Robnet2 connectors must be fitted
with the plastic cap to protect them against dirt and moisture.