GC80 - 85 Compact Gyro

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
SIMRAD GC80/85
COMPACT
Gyro Compass
20221511C English
Simrad GC80/GC85 Compact Gyro Compass
Document revisions
Rev Date Written by Checked by Approved by
A 19.12.03
B 17.02.05
C 05.12.05
Document history
Rev. A First issue.
Rev. B Updated for new software release (Master compass: V.1.03, Control
unit: V.1.04).
Rev. C New procedure for how to adjust true heading, updated dimensions for
remote panel, other minor updates to text throughout the manual.
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About this manual

This manual is intended as a reference guide for installing, operating and maintaining
Simrad GC80 and GC85 Compact Gyro compasses.
The manual assumes that the operator is a qualified ship officer, or is under supervision
of a qualified person.
In this manual, references to buttons on the operator panels are written in boldface, but
in a different text style (e.g. SET button, DISP button, GYRO button).
Important text that requires special attention from the reader is emphasized as follows:
Note! Used to draw the readers attention to a comment or some

important information.
Caution Used for warning the reader that a risk of damage to the
equipment exists if care is not exercised.
WARNING Used when it is necessary to warn personnel

that a risk of injury or death exists if care is
not exercised.
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This manual is divided in the following sections:
1. System overview
An overview of the GC80/GC85 Compact gyro system and its components.
2. User interface
Overview of GC80 Compact Control unit and the user interface.
3. Operation
Main operating procedures for using the GC80/GC85 Compact Gyro compass.
4. Maintenance
Simple maintenance procedures that should be performed by the system operator,
together with a complete procedure for how to replace the sensitive element and fuses.
5. Installation
Mechanical installation, cable connection, and software configuration for the
GC80/GC85 Compact gyro system.
6. Advanced settings
A description of parameters that can be entered or changed in the Extension menu.
7. Technical specifications
Specifications for the system and for all separate units in the GC80/GC85 Compact gyro
system.
8. Drawings
Outline drawings and wiring diagrams for the GC80/GC85 Compact gyro system.
9. Spare part list

List of all standard and optional units that are used in the GC80 and GC85 Compact
gyro systems.
10. Terminal layout

List of all terminal pins and terminal labelling with details on pcbs in the GC80 Control
unit.
11. Dip switch settings

Drawings and references of jumpers and dip switches for the different printed circuits
boards in the Control unit.
12. Alarm messages and corrective actions

A description of how system errors are indicated, and corrective actions that can be
performed by the operator.
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Contents
1 SYSTEM OVERVIEW...........................................................1
1.1 Introduction.......................................................................2
1.2 Precaution in use ................................................................3
1.3 System components............................................................4
1.4 Bearing repeaters ...............................................................4
2 USER INTERFACE ..............................................................5

2.1 GC80 Compact Control unit..................................................6
3 OPERATION.......................................................................9
3.1 System Start-up and Shut-down......................................... 10
Start-Up .................................................................... 10
Turning the Gyro compass OFF...................................... 11
3.2 Selecting active compass ................................................... 12
3.3 Adjusting dimming level .................................................... 12
3.4 Displaying present settings ................................................ 13
3.5 Confirming present settings ............................................... 15
True bearing............................................................... 15
Latitude ..................................................................... 15
Speed........................................................................ 16
3.6 Pendulum function ............................................................ 18
3.7 Alarm messages ............................................................... 19
Acknowledging an alarm .............................................. 20
4 MAINTENANCE ................................................................21
4.1 General ........................................................................... 22
4.2 Precautions...................................................................... 22
4.3 Cleaning the operator panels and the cabinet surface ............ 22
4.4 Checking the connectors.................................................... 22
4.5 Checking mechanical installation......................................... 22
4.6 Preventive maintenance intervals........................................ 23
4.7 Replacing the Sensitive element ......................................... 23
Mechanical installation ................................................. 23
Verifying the elements tilt angle ................................... 27
Parameter updates ...................................................... 28
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Balancing the Horizontal ring ........................................ 29

4.8 Replacing the Fuses .......................................................... 30
Master Compass.......................................................... 30
Compact Control unit ................................................... 30
Power Supply Unit (Option) .......................................... 32
5 INSTALLATION................................................................33
5.1 Unpacking and handling .................................................... 34
5.2 Mechanical installation ...................................................... 34
Control unit ................................................................ 35
Power supply unit (Option) ........................................... 37
Master compass .......................................................... 38
5.3 Cabling ........................................................................... 39
5.4 Grounding the units .......................................................... 40
5.5 Dip-switch settings ........................................................... 40
Configuring the Control unit .......................................... 41
Activating an external heading sensor ............................ 42
Activating the pendulum function .................................. 42
5.6 Installing the Sensitive element .......................................... 43
Verifying the elements tilt angle ................................... 45
5.7 System start-up and software configuration ......................... 47
System Start-up ......................................................... 47
Configuring the gyro system ......................................... 48
Setting the Latitude input system .................................. 50
Setting the Speed input system..................................... 51
5.8 Balancing the Horizontal ring.............................................. 52
Adjusting True heading ................................................ 52
6 ADVANCED SETTINGS .....................................................55

6.1 General ........................................................................... 56
6.2 Using the Extension menu ................................................. 56
6.3 The Extension menu overview ............................................ 57
7 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION ...........................................63

7.1 Accuracy ......................................................................... 64
7.2 General specification ......................................................... 64
7.3 Input specification ............................................................ 65
7.4 Output specification .......................................................... 66
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7.5 Physical Dimensions.......................................................... 67

GC80 Master Compass ................................................. 67
GC80 Compact Control Unit .......................................... 67
GC80 Power Supply unit (option)................................... 67
7.6 Power ............................................................................. 67
GC80/85 Master Compass ............................................ 67
GC80 Compact Control Unit .......................................... 68
GC80 Power Supply unit (option)................................... 68
7.7 Environmental Specification ............................................... 68
GC80/85 Master Compass ............................................ 68
GC80 Compact Control unit .......................................... 68
8 DRAWINGS .....................................................................69
8.1 Drawings included ............................................................ 70
9 SPARE PART LIST............................................................77

9.1 GC80 Compact Gyro system............................................... 78
9.2 GC85 Compact Gyro system............................................... 78
9.3 GC80/GC85 Optional equipment ......................................... 79
10 TERMINAL LAYOUT .........................................................81

10.1 ITERM board .................................................................... 82
TB1 ........................................................................... 82
TB2 ........................................................................... 83
TB3 ........................................................................... 84
10.2 IOPT board ...................................................................... 85
TB3 ........................................................................... 85
TB4 ........................................................................... 85
11 DIP SWITCH SETTINGS ...................................................87

11.1 Compact control unit......................................................... 88
ICIF board.................................................................. 89
IOPT board................................................................. 92
ITERM board............................................................... 94
12 ALARM MESSAGES AND CORRECTIVE ACTIONS...............95

12.1 The alarm system ............................................................. 96
12.2 Acknowledging an alarm .................................................... 97
12.3 Fault finding .................................................................... 98
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Main power failure ....................................................... 98

Internal power failure in Control unit.............................. 99
Inverter failure ........................................................... 99
Zero cross failure ........................................................ 99
System communication failure .................................... 100
GPS communication or data failure .............................. 100
Internal communication failure .................................... 101
External bearing sensor failure .................................... 101
LOG (serial) communication or data failure ................... 101
Repeater failure ........................................................ 102
Failure when powering ON the gyro compass ................ 102
12.4 Complete alarm code list ................................................. 103
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SYSTEM OVERVIEW
1 SYSTEM OVERVIEW
This section provides an overview of GC80 and GC85
Compact Gyro compasses and their components.
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1.1 Introduction
GC80 and GC85 Compact Gyro compasses have been
designated for any size of vessels to enhance the navigation
capabilities and reliability. The gyro compasses eliminate the
inconvenience and limitations of magnetic compasses, and
provide a variety of electrical outputs to supply accurate and
consistent heading information to other navigational equipment.
- A GC80 Compact gyro is designed for vessels with speed
up to 30 knots. The system complies with IMO A.424 (11)
and Wheel Mark Specifications.
- A GC85 Compact gyro system is suitable for high speed
vessels with speed up to 70 knots. It complies with IMO
A.821 (19) HSC.
GC80 and GC85 Compact gyro systems have different sensitive
elements, but use the same GC80 Compact Control unit. The
systems are identified with divergent dip switch settings in
Master compass and in the Control unit.
Note! A GC80 or GC85 system is identified by the labelling on top of
the Master compass case as shown on the figure below.
The labelling on the control unit is identical for both gyro
systems.
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pfjoâ=dÙR
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1.2 Precaution in use

The GC80/GC85 Compact Gyro compass displays and outputs
bearing information. Although the system continually checks for
faults while the system is running, failures or malfunctions may
occur.
Any errors in input information will generate an alarm. These
errors may also cause large jumps in the output bearing from the
gyro compass. If this happens, any external equipment
depending on the bearing output from GC80/85 should be
operated manually or switched to other bearing sensors.
To assure long time safe operation, the following precautions
should be taken:
- Assure that the operator is familiar with the use of the
gyro compass
- Perform daily check to maintain normal system operation.
Refer MAINTENANCE, page 21 onwards
- If any unusual behavior is observed during daily
inspection, the cause should be found and corrected. If
necessary, the local Simrad dealer should be contacted
- If any alarm is generated, verify the reason for the alarm
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1.3 System components

A GC80/GC85 Compact Gyro compass includes the following
units:
- Master Compass with Sensitive Element
- Compact Control unit
- Power Supply unit (Option)
COMPACT
CONTROL
UNIT
SPEED
GPS 24V DC POWER INPUT
EXTERNAL HEADING SENSOR from Ships Supply or
from the optional
POWER SUPPLY UNIT
4 x NMEA 24V DC
1 x 24V STEP POWER
SUPPLY
UNIT
(OPTION)
MASTER
COMPASS
110/220V AC
Note! For details, refer TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION, page 63.
1.4 Bearing repeaters

GC80 and GC85 outputs step and serial signals used for
repeaters. Even when the gyro compass is supplied by the
emergency power supply, the connected repeaters will be driven
by the repeater backup function included in GC80/GC85.
If the serial output signal not is used for repeaters, the following
serial signal may be output:
- IEC61162-1 ed.2, close in comparison with NMEA0183
version 2.30 (4800 baud)
- IEC61162-2, based upon NMEA0183 version 2.30
(38400 baud, 9600 baud possible)
These signals may be set separately for each circuit.
For connection of repeaters, refer to wiring diagrams, page 70
onwards.
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USER INTERFACE
2 USER INTERFACE
This section gives an overview of the GC80 Compact
Control unit and the user interface.
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2.1 GC80 Compact Control unit

The Control unit includes the control panel for the gyro
compass.
A flush mount kit (part number 27101757) may be ordered from
Simrad for remote installation of the control panel. Refer Flush
mounting the control panel, page 35.
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buq
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POWER Button
Used for switching the gyro system ON. The button will be lit to
indicate that power is applied to the system. Refer System Start-
mltbo
up and Shut-down, page 10.
Display
The LCD displays data in two rows: the Data indicator row and
the Mode indicator row.
- The Data indicator consists of four 7-segments red
LEDs. The indicator is used for displaying the vessels
bearing, latitude and speed. Refer Displaying present
settings, page 13.
The Data indicator is also used for displaying alarm
codes as described from page 18 onwards.
- The Mode indicator consists of three 7-segments green
LEDs. The Mode indicator displays codes used for
identifying input type for bearing, latitude and speed.
GYRO Button
Used for selecting the gyro compass as the active heading
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reference system. The status lamp is lit to indicate that the gyro
system is active.
Refer Selecting active compass, page 12.
EXT Button
Used for selecting the external heading system as the heading
reference. The status lamp will be lit to indicate that the external
buq
heading reference system is active.
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DISP Button
afpm
Used for displaying data on the LCD. Refer Displaying present
settings, page 13.
SET Button
pbq
Used for changing data and input systems. Refer System start-up
and software configuration, page 47 onwards.
ACK/ENT Button
Used for confirming a change in data and input systems. Refer
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System start-up and software configuration, page 47 onwards.
bkq
The button is also used for acknowledging an alarm as described
in Acknowledging an alarm, page 20.
Arrow Buttons
Used for increasing or decreasing a parameter value. Refer

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System start-up and software configuration, page 47 onwards
afj
qbpq
Also used for lamp test and for setting the display illumination
as described in page 12.
Alarm Indicator
Used for indicating an alarm situation. Refer Alarm messages,
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3 OPERATION
This section describes the main operating procedure used
when operating the GC80/GC85 Compact Gyro compass.
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3.1 System Start-up and Shut-down

A GC80/GC85 Compact gyro system is usually left with power
on. If the system has to be shut down and restarted, the
procedures in the following sections should be followed.
Start-Up
Caution Before the gyrocompass is turned into normal operation, it has
to be configured according to the description in System start-
up and software configuration, page 47 onwards.
mltbo Turn ON the gyro system by pressing the POWER button on the
Control panel. The following start-up sequence will be run:
1 Control unit type (GC80 Std, or GC85 HSc), SW version
for Control unit and for Master compass is displayed in
rapid succession. Examples of display text are shown
below:
OR
GC80 CONTROL
GC80 CONTROL
UNIT SW VERSION SW. VERSION
UNIT
HIGH SPEED CONTROL UNIT MASTER COMPASS
STD VERSION
VERSION
2 If the rotor not was completely stopped when the POWER

dvol
button was pressed, a rotor break function will be activated
to stop the rotor.
Active rotor break is indicated with flashing display.
3 The sensitive element starts rising horizontally, and the

compass rotates 360 clockwise. The display shows
decreasing bearing as the compass is rotating.
dvol
4 When the rotation is stopped, start bearing is indicated
with flashing text in the display. The start bearing will be
the same as active bearing when the compass was turned
OFF.
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5 The indicated start bearing is accepted by pressing the

dvol ACK/ENT button, or increased/decreased by using the
arrow buttons and then pressing the ACK/ENT button. If
no action is taken within 3 minutes, the start-up process
will continue with the indicated start bearing.
The bearing indication stops flashing when the start
bearing is accepted, while the lamp remains flashing.
6 The rotor will now start rotating, and reaches pre-described
number of revolutions after maximum 30 minutes.
7 When the rotor has reached full speed, the compass starts
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the north seeking rotation. The display will now change to
show the compass actual heading, and from now on
bearing output will be available.
The lamp beside the GYRO button change from flashing to
steady light.
The GC80/GC85 will be settled within 3 hours when started
with a deviation angle less than 5. With a larger deviation
angle, the compass will be settled within 4 hours.
Turning the Gyro compass OFF

mltbo
1 Press the POWER button on the Control panel. The light in
the POWER button will be switched off.
2 Repress the POWER button to activate the rotor break
function. The light in the POWER button will be lit again.
dvol Active rotor break is indicated by:
- flashing display as shown on the figure
- a soft clicking sound heard from the gyrocompass
The rotor break function will be active for maximum 4
minutes.
Caution It is very important that the rotor break is activated to stop the
rotor rotation. If not, the sensitive element may be damaged!
3 Press the POWER button again to shut down the
mltbo
gyrocompass when both the data and the dot in the display
change from flashing to steady light.
The light in the POWER button will now be turned OFF.
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3.2 Selecting active compass

If an external heading sensor is connected to GC80/GC85, it is
possible to switch between gyro and external heading sensor as
active steering sensor.
The gyro system will normally be used with the gyro compass
selected as active compass. An external heading sensor should
only be used as active compass when the gyro compass not is
working properly.
dvol
By pressing the GYRO or the EXT and the ACK/ENT buttons
simultaneously, the GC80/GC85 will toggle between using the
gyrocompass or an external sensor as active sensor.
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buq When the active sensor is changed, an audible alarm will sound
+ bkq
three times.
Active compass is identified with light in the buttons indicator
lamp, and with active compass type in the LCD as shown in the
figures below.
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j^d j^d
buq buq
GYRO COMPASS SELECTED AS EXTERNAL HEADING SENSOR

ACTIVE STEERING SENSOR SELECTED AS
ACTIVE STEERING SENSOR
WARNING Changing active compass may result in large

change of true bearing. No changes should
therefore be made when the system is in
operation.
3.3 Adjusting dimming level

The display illumination and the light intensity in the indicator
lamps can be increased or decreased in 5 steps by pressing the
afj arrow buttons.
When the illumination is set to lowest level, a faint light is still
present in the display, Alarm indicator, status lamp and Power
button.
Panel lamps and display segments may be tested by pressing
both arrow buttons simultaneously. All lamps and display
segments will be lit, and a short audible alarm will be activated.
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3.4 Displaying present settings

When pressing the DISP button on the GC80 Control unit, the
afpm
system will loop through a display sequence showing present
settings for the system.
- The first row in the display will show the value
- The second row displays code used for identification
afpm
True output bearing from active compass
dvol dvol
j^d j^d
buq buq
GYRO COMPASS SELECTED AS EXTERNAL HEADING SENSOR

ACTIVE STEERING SENSOR SELECTED AS
ACTIVE STEERING SENSOR
afpm Bearing from passive sensor
EXTERNAL HEADING SENSOR GYRO COMPASS IS

IS PASSIVE STEERING SENSOR PASSIVE STEERING SENSOR
Note! This display is only available when an external sensor is

connected to the GC80/GC85.
Gyro compass bearing without correction, together with active

afpm speed input system indication (GPS, Manual, Log or Serial
Log)
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Latitude for the vessels current position. Value indicated as

afpm
North (n) or South (s) latitude
NORTH LATITUDE SOUTH LATITUDE
Vessel speed. GPS, Manual, Log or Serial Log may be selected

afpm
as speed input system
Rate of turn in /min.

afpm
Error codes (up to 4), and error indication.

afpm
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3.5 Confirming present settings

After the GC80 is configured according to the System start-up
and software configuration, described in page 47 onwards, it
should not be necessary to adjust any settings when operating
the gyro compass.
However, if an error is reported in any of the input systems, it
may be necessary to switch to a different input system.
True bearing
Make sure that the gyro compass is selected as active compass.
Confirm that the gyro compasss displayed true bearing is the
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same as a known target or astronomical observation.
If there is any difference, adjust the bearing according to
Adjusting True heading, page 52.
Latitude
Press the DISP button until the vessels latitude is displayed.
The displayed latitude value is calculated based on the vessels
true bearing and the vessels actual speed. Refer setting the
latitude input system and speed input system, page 50 onwards.
- If GPS is selected as latitude input system, the latitude
obtained from the GPS is displayed on the LCD. Confirm
that the displayed latitude is the same as indicated on the
GPS indicator.
- If GYRO is selected as latitude input system and other
than MANUAL selected as the vessels speed input
system, the latitude will be automatically updated. In this
case, the indicated latitude should be confirmed every 4ht
hour when the vessel is in harbor. If there is any difference
between the displayed value and the vessels actual
latitude, the value should be adjusted according to Setting
the Latitude input system, page 50.
Note! When GYRO is selected as latitude input system and MANUAL
is selected as the speed input system, the indicated latitude value
will not be updated.
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Speed
The GC80/GC85 gyro compass calculates bearing based on the
speed and latitude information that is input to the gyro system.
Any errors in speed input will therefore cause incorrect true
bearing from the gyro compass.
Press the DISP button until the vessels speed information is
displayed.
Confirm in 4 hours intervals that the displayed speed is the same
as the vessels actual speed.
Any discrepancy between displayed speed and actual speed is
corrected as described in Setting the Speed input system, page
51.
Speed error correction

Any gyro compass will generate a heading error caused by
vessel speed and the earth rotation. GC80/GC85 calculates this
error based on latitude and speed input information, and corrects
automatically the bearing signal output. If no speed information
is available, the gyro compass will output a heading error either
westwards or eastwards depending on the vessels course.
If speed information is unavailable, the figure on next page
could be used for manually calculating the heading error.
In this figure, the following values are used as example:
- Latitude: 40
- Vessel speed: 16 knots
- Vessel heading: 30
The heading error is found by:
1 Drawing a line between the latitude and the vessel heading
(shown with gray line on the figure)
2 Drawing a straight line (broken line in the figure) between
the vessel speed and the point where the latitude/heading
line intersects with the solid black line in the figure.
In the example above, the figure shows a speed error of appr.
1.1, and the true bearing should then be 30-1.1 = 28.9.
Note! When the course is within 270 - 0 - 90, true heading is found
by subtracting the speed error from the compass heading.
If the course is within 90 - 180 - 270, true heading is found
by adding the speed error to compass heading.
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VESSEL SPEED (knots)
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
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80
70
0 - 180 - 190 - 0
10 - 170 - 190 - 350
20 - 160 - 200 - 340
30 - 150 - 210 - 330
50
40 - 140 - 220 - 320
LATITUDE (degrees)
50 - 130 - 230 - 310
40
60 - 120 - 240 - 300
30
70 - 110 - 250 - 290
80 - 100 - 260 - 280

VESSEL HEADING (degree)
20 10 0
90 - 90 - 270 - 270
0
3.6
3.2
2.8
2.4
2.0
1.6
1.2
0.8
0.4
3.8
3.4
3.0
2.6
2.2
1.8
1.4
1.0
0.6
0.2
( )
(+)
(+)
( )
SPEED ERROR (degrees)

OPERATION
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3.6 Pendulum function

GC80/85 software includes a pendulum function that enables the
heading to be changed by 180.
The heading change is activated by closing a potential free
contact connected between TB1, pin 25 and 26 in GC80/85
control unit.
Note! To identify the function, S2-4 on the ICIF board has to be set to
ON. Refer DIP switch settings on ICIF board, page 91
onwards.
When the switch is activated, the following actions are
performed:
- The compass heading and repeaters start to change
towards the new 180 shifted heading
- An acoustic alarm sounds 5 times
- The dots in the indicator field in the display starts flashing.
These will remain flashing for as long as the pendulum
function is active.
Normal compass operation is resumed by opening the closed

potential free contact. The function is indicated by the same
acoustic alarm, and the flashing dots returns to fixed illuminated
dots.
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3.7 Alarm messages

The GC80/GC85 system will continually check for faults while
the system is running.
If a fault occurs, an alarm code will be displayed in the LCD, the
Alarm lamp will be flashing, and an audible alarm will be
activated.
Up to 4 alarm codes may be displayed in the LCD to indicate
that several alarm situations are present. The last activated alarm
will be displayed on the right side of the display. The figure
shows that alarm with code 1, 3 and 2 were generated in that
order.
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If more than 4 alarms are active, this will be indicated with a dot
behind the last number as shown on the figure below. Further
alarm codes may then be displayed by pressing the arrow up
button.
The example shows that alarm code 2, 3, U, d and 7 were

activated.
Caution When an alarm is generated, bearing information from the
GC80/GC85 may not be present or may have large error. Any
equipment using bearing information from the gyro compass
should therefore immediately be operated according to the
equipments emergency operating procedure.
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Acknowledging an alarm
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bkq An alarm is acknowledged by pressing the ACK/ENT button.
- The audible alarm will be silenced

- If the alarm situation has disappeared, the alarm lamp will
be switched off, and the alarm code will be removed from
the LCD
- If the alarm situation continues, the alarm lamp will switch
from flashing to steady light. The LCD will return to show
true bearing with flashing numbers to indicate that the
bearing may have large errors
An alarm code for an active error may be recalled by pressing

the DISP button until the alarm display is shown. It is possible
to recall any alarm code in the LCD for as long as the alarm
situation is present.
The Complete alarm code list section, page 103, has a complete
list of alarm codes.
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4 MAINTENANCE
This section holds descriptions for maintenance procedures
that should be performed by the system operator.
The section also includes a detailed description for how to

replace the sensitive element and the fuses.
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4.1 General
All units in the GC80 system are designed for optimum safety
and reliability. However, a limited amount of preventive
maintenance should be performed to verify safe operation and
durability.
If any strange motion, smell, sound or heat is generated from
any unit, a Simrad dealer shall be contacted.
4.2 Precautions
Touching internal parts may cause electric chock if power is
connected to the system, even if the POWER button is turned
OFF. Do not touch any terminal board or power supply unit
when maintaining and checking the system. If necessary,
disconnect the power cable from the Control unit.
Electrostatic charges may damage components on the circuit
boards inside the units. Always wear a correctly connected
earthing strap when opening the units.
4.3 Cleaning the operator panels and the cabinet

surface
Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush to avoid damage to the
buttons and the panel. If required, clean the buttons and panel
with a non-abrasive cloth moistened with mild soap solution.
4.4 Checking the connectors

The connectors should be checked by visual inspection only.
Push the connector plugs into the connector. If the connector
plugs are equipped with a lock, ensure that this is in correct
position.
4.5 Checking mechanical installation

Vibration and chock may cause mechanical parts to loosen. All
fastening screws should therefore regularly be checked and
eventually tightened.
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4.6 Preventive maintenance intervals

Local evaluations should be made to determine site-specific
maintenance intervals.
ACTION INTERVAL RECOMMENDED

Confirm that the value of each
repeater synchronizes with the
Daily
displayed true bearing on the
Operator panel.
Confirm that the displayed
latitude and speed is according to
Daily
the vessels actual latitude and
speed.
Check connectors Every six month
Tighten fastening screws Every six month
Clean panels and cabinet Once a year or as required
4.7 Replacing the Sensitive element

Caution The Sensitive element should only be replaced by authorized
Simrad personnel.
Note! A special tool is required when installing the Sensitive element.

This tool is optional and must be ordered from Simrad (part no.
44174449).
Mechanical installation
Caution Use extreme caution when handling the Sensitive element! Do
not tilt the element. It is filled with oil and the top is open.
1 Ensure that the power is disconnected from the Control
unit.
2 Remove the four screws securing the compass case, and
lift the case carefully upwards and away.
3 Loosen the screw on the plug-holder on the Sensitive

element, and disconnect the plug.
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4 Remove the four screws securing the Sensitive element.

Tilt the Horizontal ring to the side where the plug is
located, and carefully remove the element from the
compass.
5 Place the defective Sensitive element in its original

package, and put the rubber tube on top of the element.
6 Re-install the plug-holder on the defective Sensitive

element.
7 Lift the new element carefully from its package, and

remove the rubber tube on top of the element.
Note! The package and the rubber tube should be kept for re-use if the
Sensitive element has to be sent to factory for service!
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8 Tilt the Horizontal ring to the side where the plug is

located, and carefully put the sensitive element into the
ring.
- The socket on the Sensitive element should be located
right above the plug attached to the Horizontal ring.
9 Position the Sensitive element on the Horizontal ring by

putting the assembly jigs into the holes as indicated on the
figure below. Observe the rings on the jigs to ensure
proper positioning. Insert and fasten the two screws in the
other holes.
ASSEMBLY JIG
WITH 1 CIRCLE
ASSEMBLY JIG
WITH 2 CIRCLES
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10 Replace the assembly jigs with the two remaining screws

after placing the ground wire as shown on the figure.
11 Loosen the screw on the plug holder on the Sensitive

element, and lift the holder 2-3 mm upwards.
12 Connect the plug to the connectors on the Sensitive
elements pcb according to the labelling on the pcb and on
the wires. Make sure that the pin guides on the plug are
properly entered, and that the wires are not twisted.
13 Firmly tighten the screw on the holder.
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Verifying the elements tilt angle

1 Tilt the Sensitive element by hand towards the level tool
on the Horizontal ring and keep it tilted for approximately
1 minute. Remove the pressure and observe that the tilt
angle remains at:
- GC80: 15 to 19
- GC85: 18 to 22
The tilt angle is indicated on the figures below.
15 19
Max and min tilt angle for GC80 std system
18 22
Max and min tilt angle for GC85 High Speed system
Note! The tilt angle shown above is correct for cold condition. The
angle may change when the element has reached normal
operational temperature!
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2 If the tilt angle is incorrect, weight disks must be adjusted

by moving weights from one side to the other. After
adjustments, wait for 2 minutes before the tilt angle
verification is repeated.
Caution The sensitive element must have equal number of weight disks
on both weight points on the tilting side (north and south
side)!
3 Carefully rotate the Horizontal ring at least one complete
rotation. Verify that all movable parts will rotate without
making any contact with mechanical or electrical
components.
Parameter updates
When a sensitive element is replaced, parameters for the new
element have to be loaded into the GC80 Control unit before the
gyro compass is started. This is done from the Extension menu
as described below.
1 Enter the Extension menu by pressing and holding the SET
button and the ACK/ENT buttons simultaneously for at
least 3 seconds.
Main category A-1 will be displayed.
2 Press the SET button to enter the sub-category loop. Sub-
category 1.1.U and its parameter values will be displayed.
3 Use the arrow buttons to increase or decrease the
parameter value until the value is according to the labelling
for the new sensitive element.
4 Confirm the entry by pressing the ACK/ENT button. The
display will return to sub-category 1.1.U, and the data will
be transferred to the gyro immediately.
5 Press the DISP button again to select sub-category 1.6.t,
and use the arrow buttons to increase or decrease the
parameter value until the value corresponds with the
parameter for the new sensitive element. Confirm the entry
by pressing the ACK/ENT button.
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6 Exit the sub-category by pressing the SET button, and then

exit the Extension main category by pressing and holding
the SET and ACK/ENT buttons simultaneously for at least
3 seconds.
For more information about the Extension menu, see
ADVANCED SETTINGS, page 55 onwards.
Balancing the Horizontal ring

After the Sensitive element has been replaced, the gyro compass
should be started as described on page 10.
When the compass has been running continuously for at least 2
hours, the horizontal ring should be adjusted.
1 Locate the reference level tool on the horizontal ring, and
check that the level bubble is within +/-10 minutes from
the center. Each division equals 2 minutes.
10 minutes
2 If the level bubble not is within this limit, add or remove

weights from the horizontal ring until it is level.
Note! It is important that the total number of weights on the horizontal
ring is as few as possible.
3 Let the compass run for at least 20 minutes before the
level is rechecked and eventually confirmed.
WARNING If the horizontal ring is tilted more than +/-
10, a bearing error will be generated!
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4.8 Replacing the Fuses

WARNING Before a fuse is replaced, ensure that both
the main power and the emergency power
are disconnected from the unit.
Use the procedures described in the following pages when
replacing the fuses.
Master Compass
Fuse F1 is located inside the fuse holder in the front of the
Master compass.
1. Open the fuse holder by pressing and turning the fuse
holder edge counter-clockwise with a screw driver.
2. Replace fuse F1, and close the holder by turning it
clockwise.
F1 (12A)
Compact Control unit
FUSE NO CAPACITY TB-NO SIGNAL DESCRIPTION

F1 TB1-33 1R24+ Power supply for ch.1 serial repeater
F3 1A TB1-43 3R24+ Power supply for ch.3 serial repeater
F5 TB1-21 ST15 Power supply for ch.1 step motor repeater
Main power supply (standard type)
F6 10A TB3-1 24M+ Master compass power supply (with Power
supply unit
F7 3.15A TB3-3 24B+ Power supply for ICIF and IOPT board (with
Power supply unit)
F8 6.3A TB2-1 24R+ Power supply for repeaters (with Power
supply unit)
F9 10A TB3-5 24BT+ Emergency power supply (standard type)
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F1 F5
(1A)
F3
F2 F4
F1 F5
F8
F8
TB2 (6.3A)
TB1
TB3
TB3
F6
F9
F7
F6, F7
AND F9
WARNING Make sure that power is disconnected from

pin 1-4 on TB3 before any fuses are replaced!
Note! The fuses in the Compact Control unit are open glass type and
may be damaged if handles with force.
1 Pull the broken fuse up from the holder.
2 Re-install a new fuse by carefully pushing it into the
holder. When correctly located, it should be fixed 1-2mm
above and parallel with the mounting level.
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Power Supply Unit (Option)
FUSE NO CAPACITY TB-NO SIGNAL DESCRIPTION

F201 6.3A TB201 2AC1/2 Main power supply
F202 20A TB201 2B+/- Emergency power supply
F201 F202
F201 (6.3A)
F202 (20A) TB201
Caution Make sure that power is disconnected from TB201 before any
fuses are replaced.
The fuses in the Power Supply unit are located inside a fuse
holder.
1 Open the fuse holder by pressing and turning the fuse
holder edge counter-clockwise with a screw driver.
2 Replace fuse F201 and F202, and close the holder by
turning it clockwise.
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5 INSTALLATION
This section is a reference guide for correctly installing and
configuring the GC80/85 Gyro Compasses.
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5.1 Unpacking and handling

A GC80/85 Gyro compass consists of the following units:
- Master compass
- Sensitive element
- Control unit
- Power Supply unit (Option)
- Spare part kit
- Documentation
The sensitive element is shipped from the factory packed
separately in a carton box to protect it from shock and vibration.
The final assembly of the sensitive element into the Master
compass have to be done when the Master compass is mounted
onboard the vessel. Refer page 42.
Note! It is recommended to keep the packing material for the Sensitive
element. This original packing should be used if the element is
sent to the factory for service or repair.
Care should be taken when unpacking and handling the
equipment. A visual inspection should be made to see that the
equipment has not been damaged during shipment and that all
components and parts are present.
5.2 Mechanical installation

The units included in the GC80/GC85 system should be
mounted with special regard to the units environmental
protection, temperature range and cable length. Refer Technical
specifications, page 63 onwards.
Note! A special tool (part no. 44174449) is required when installing
the Sensitive element. This tool is included in the gyro package,
and the sensitive element should not be installed without using
this tool.
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Control unit
The Control unit is bulkhead mounted by using 4 bolts as shown
in the illustration.
Flush mounting the control panel

The control panel may be removed from the Control unit
and mounted in a remote location by using the optional
flush mounting kit (part number 27101757).
GC80/85
CONTROL The flush mounting kit includes:
UNIT
- 1 flush mounting panel
- 4 corners
CONTROL
PANEL
- 4 mounting screws
- 1 blind cover
In addition to this kit, an optional control panel cable must
GC80/85 be ordered. The cable is available in three different lengths:
REMOTE PANEL
- 5m (part no. 44170736)
- 10m (part no. 44170744)
- 15m (part no. 44170751).
Use the following procedure when mounting the remote control
panel:
1 Open the control unit, and remove the wiring strips
holding the control panels cable.
2 Disconnect the cables grounding wires (labelled FG)
from the control panel and from the PWB_ICIF board in
the Control unit.
3 Disconnect the plugs and remove the control panels
cable.
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4 Loosen the 4 nuts holding the control panel, and remove

the panel. These nuts are to be re-used when fastening the
control panel to the flush mounting panel.
5 Insert the control panel in the flush-mounting kit from the
front side as shown on the figure. Fasten the panel with the
4 nuts.
6 Insert the plug on the optional control panel cable, and

connect the grounding wire.
7 Mount the cover on the back side.
8 Fasten the cable to the cover by a wire strip.
9 Slide the control panel cable through the cable inlet, insert
the plug in PWB_ICIF board and connect the grounding
wire. Secure the cable to the control unit by a wire strip.
10 Insert the blind cover in the Control unit by using the 4
bolts included in the kit.
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Power supply unit (Option)

Refer mounting description for the Control unit above.
Dimensional drawings for the optional Power supply unit are
found on page 73.
Jumper settings in Compact Control unit

When the optional Power supply unit is included in the GC80/85
compact gyro system, jumper settings in the GC80/85 Control
unit have to be modified as follows:
J6
1 Remove J6
F8
TB1 TB2
2 Remove the wire connecting

TB2-16 and J5-3
J5
3 Remove J5
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Master compass
Select a mounting location where the deck is horizontally, flat
and with little vibration, and where the pitch/roll motion is as
small as possible.
It is also important to select a mounting location with sufficient
space for installation and service. Refer dimensional drawing,
page 72.
1 Locate the compass on or parallel to the vessels horizontal
centerline, with the bow indication on the top of the case
pointing towards the vessels bow.
Use the datum line in the front and back to of the compass
to line up the unit.
- It is possible to compensate for a small mounting offset
by using the heading offset feature as described in
Adjusting True heading, page 52.
2 Remove the four screws holding the compass case, and lift
the case carefully upwards and away.
3 Remove the cable inlet cover.
4 Fasten the compass to the deck with four bolts. The bolts
should be located in the center of the trails for later to be
able to adjust the compass direction when the heading is
tuned in. Refer Adjusting True heading, page 52.
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5 Remove strips and foam rubber from the chock absorbers,

together with all strips used for securing moving parts
during transportation.
Note! The foam rubber should be kept for re-use if the Master compass
has to be sent to factory for service!
5.3 Cabling
Note! No cables are included when the gyro system is delivered from
factory.
The wiring diagram on page 70 onwards includes cable
specification for all cables that is to be used.
Caution If the optional Power Supply unit is included in the system,
jumper settings have to be modified as described in page 37.
Connect power and signal cables according to the wiring

diagram on page 70 onwards.
To avoid that vibration should cause the cables to loose
connection, the cables could be fastened to the fixing device by
using wire straps as illustrated on the figure.
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5.4 Grounding the units

All units in the GC80/GC85 system should have a proper
ground connection from the units ground terminal.
The wires should be as short as possible and have a cross section
of at least 16mm2 (gauge).
COMPACT POWER SUPPLY

MASTER COMPASS CONTROL UNIT UNIT (OPTION)
5.5 Dip-switch settings

GC80 and GC85 gyro systems include several dip switches.
With the exception of two switches on the ICIF board in the
Control unit, no switches have to be set when installing the
system. These two switches are set to configure the Control unit
to match type of gyro system (GC80 or GC85), and to activate
an external heading sensor.
Note! These dip switch settings are read when the system is started.
Any changes when the system is running will therefore not take
affect before the system is restarted.
For a complete list of dip switch settings, refer to DIP SWITCH
SETTINGS, page 87.
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Configuring the Control unit

When the gyro system is shipped from factory, all dip switches
in the Control unit are set as for a standard GC80 system.
Before the system is started, the switch settings described below
has to be changed to match a GC85 system.
Dip switch no.2 on S1 on the ICIF board identifies the gyro as a
GC80 or GC85 system.
F3
F1 F4
F2 F5
F8
F7 F6
TB3
GC80 system GC85 system

1 1
OFF ON
S1 S1
8 8
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Activating an external heading sensor

If an external heading sensor is connected to the GC80/GC85,
dip switch no.5 on S1 on the ICIF board has to be set to activate
the external heading sensor.
F3
F1 F4
F2 F5
F8
F7 F6
TB3
No external sensor Active external sensor

1 1
S1 S1
OFF ON
8 8
Activating the pendulum function

If an external switch is connected to GC80/85 to operate the
pendulum function, dip switch no.4 on S2 on the ICIF board has
to be set to activate the pendulum function.
F3
F1 F4
F2 F5
F8
F7 F6
TB3
Pendulum function disabled Pendulum switch enabled

1 1
OFF ON
S2 S2
8 8
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5.6 Installing the Sensitive element

The Sensitive element is shipped from the factory packed
separately, and the element has to be installed in the Master
compass according to the description below.
Note! A special tool (part no. 44174449) is required when installing

the Sensitive element. This tool is included in the gyro package,
and the sensitive element should not be installed without using
this tool.
Caution Use extreme caution when handling the Sensitive element! Do

not tilt the element. It is filled with oil and the top is open.
1 Make sure that the master compass is installed and cables
connect according to the description on page 38 onwards.
2 Remove the four screws on the Horizontal ring.

3 Lift the sensitive element carefully from its package, and
remove the rubber tube on top of the element.
Note! The package and the rubber tube should be kept for re-use if the
Sensitive element has to be sent to factory for service!
4 Tilt the Horizontal ring to the side where the plug is

located, and carefully put the sensitive element into the
ring.
- The socket on the Sensitive element should be located
right above the plug attached to the Horizontal ring.
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5 Position the Sensitive element on the Horizontal ring by

putting the assembly jigs into the holes as indicated on the
figure below. Observe the labelling and the diameter on
the jigs. Fasten two screws in the other two holes.
ASSEMBLY JIG
WITH 1 CIRCLE
ASSEMBLY JIG
WITH 2 CIRCLES
6 Replace the assembly jigs with the two remaining screws.

Locate the ground wire on one of the screws as shown on
the figure.
7 Loosen the screw on the plug holder on the Sensitive

element, and lift the holder 2-3 mm upwards.
8 Connect the plug to the connectors on the Sensitive
elements pcb according to the labelling on the pcb and on
the wires. Make sure that the pin guides on the plug are
properly entered, and that the wires not are twisted.
9 Firmly tighten the screw on the holder.
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Verifying the elements tilt angle

1 Tilt the Sensitive element by hand towards the level tool
on the Horizontal ring and keep it tilted for approximately
1 minute. Remove the pressure and observe that the tilt
angle remains at:
- GC80: 15 to 19
- GC85: 18 to 22
The tilt angle is indicated on the figures below.
15 19
Max and min tilt angle for GC80 std system
18 22
Max and min tilt angle for GC85 High Speed system
Note! The tilt angle shown above is correct for cold condition. The
angle may change when the element has reached normal
operational temperature!
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2 If the tilt angle is incorrect, weight disks must be adjusted

by moving weights from one side to the other. After
adjustments, wait for 2 minutes before the tilt angle
verification is repeated.
Caution The sensitive element must have equal number of weight disks
on both weight points on the tilting side (north and south
side)!
3 Carefully rotate the Horizontal ring at least one complete
rotation. Verify that all movable parts will rotate without
making any contact with mechanical or electrical
components.
4 Lift the lid from the damper oil case, and fill the container
with the supplied damper oil. The oil has high viscosity,
and care should be taken when pouring the damper oil into
the container to avoid spill. Reinstall the lid on the damper
oil case.
Any oil spilled on the outside should be wiped up.
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5.7 System start-up and software configuration

When all GC80 units are installed and the cables connected
according to the procedures described in previous chapters, the
system is ready for the first time start-up procedure.
System Start-up
mltbo Turn ON the gyro system by pressing the POWER button on the
Control panel. The following start-up sequence will be run:
1 Control unit type (GC80 Std, or GC80 HSc), SW version
for Control unit and for Master compass is displayed in
rapid succession. Examples of display text are shown
below:
OR
GC80 CONTROL
GC80 CONTROL
UNIT SW VERSION SW. VERSION
UNIT
HIGH SPEED CONTROL UNIT MASTER COMPASS
STD VERSION
VERSION
dvol 2 The sensitive element starts rising horizontally, and the

compass rotates 360 clockwise. The display shows
decreasing bearing as the compass is rotating.
3 If the gyro has been turned ON and OFF again, but rotor
still rotation when the POWER button was pressed for new
start, a rotor break function will be activated to stop the
rotor completely.
4 Active rotor break is indicated with flashing display.
dvol
5 When the rotation is stopped, start bearing is indicated
with flashing text in the display. The start bearing will be
the same as active bearing when the compass was turned
OFF.
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6 The indicated start bearing is accepted by pressing the

dvol ACK/ENT button, or increased/decreased by using the
arrow buttons and then pressing the ACK/ENT button. If
no action is taken within 3 minutes, the start-up process
will continue with the indicated start bearing.
The bearing indication stops flashing when the start
bearing is accepted, while the lamp remains flashing.
The rotor starts rotating, and reaches pre-described number of
revolutions after maximum 30 minutes.
7 When the rotor has reached full speed, the compass starts
dvol
the north seeking rotation. The display will now change to
show the compass actual heading, and from now on
bearing output will be available.
The lamp beside the GYRO button change from flashing to
steady light.
The GC80/GC85 will be settled within 3 hours when started
with a deviation angle less than 5. With a larger deviation
angle, the compass will be settled within 4 hours.
Configuring the gyro system

Each Sensitive element is tuned to its Master compass before it
is shipped from the factory. This tuning is reflected in a set of
parameters specific for this gyro compass. These parameters are
included in the sensitive elements package, and they have to be
entered into the Control unit as part of the gyro compass
installation procedure.
Parameters used for time settings should also be entered. These
parameters are essential when monitoring the occurrence of
alarms.
The parameters are loaded into the Control unit from the
Extension menu as described below.
1 Enter the Extension menu by pressing and holding the SET
button and the ACK/ENT buttons simultaneously for at
least 3 seconds.
Main category A-1 will be displayed.
2 Press the SET button to enter the sub-category loop. Sub-

category 1.1.U and its parameter values will be displayed.
parameter value until the value is according to the labelling
for the sensitive element.
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4 Confirm the entry by pressing the ACK/ENT button. The

display will return to sub-category 1.1.U, and the data will
be transferred to the gyro immediately.
5 Press the DISP button again to select sub-category 1.2.F,
and use the arrow buttons to increase or decrease the
parameter value until the value corresponds with the
parameter for the new sensitive element. Confirm the entry
6 Repeat step 5 for sub-category 1.3.S, 1.4.u, 1.5.L and
1.6.t.
7 Press the SET button again to return to main category A1,

and then press the DISP button to go to A2 main category.
8 Press the SET button, and enter values for 2.1.o and 2.3.h
as described above.
9 While still in A2 main category, enter values for 2.5.y
(Year), 2.6.N (Month and Day), 2.7.t (Hour and Minute)
and 2.8.d (total days of operation. This value should be
reset after installation).
Note! All time parameters should be in CET (Central European Time)
or local time.
10 Press the SET button again to return to main category A2,

and then press the DISP button until main category A7 is
displayed.
11 Press the SET button, and enter the value for 7.3.u as
described above.
12 Exit the sub-category by pressing the SET button, and then
exit the Extension main category by pressing and holding
the SET and ACK/ENT buttons simultaneously for at least
3 seconds.
For more information about the Extension menu, see
ADVANCED SETTINGS, page 55 onwards.
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Setting the Latitude input system

The latitude input system may be changed during the settling
process of the start-up procedure from item 7 onwards.
1 Press the DISP button until the display shows latitude

value.
2 Press SET button once, and the upper line in the display
starts flashing.
3 Use the arrow buttons for selecting Gyro or GPS as the

latitude input system, and confirm the entry with the
ACK/ENT button.
4 The display will change to flashing number.
5 Press the arrow buttons for increasing/decreasing the

latitude value, and confirm the entry with the ACK/ENT
button.
- This entered latitude value will now be used, together
with speed and bearing information, for calculating the
vessels current latitude.
6 The display will return to show latitude value without

flashing.
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Setting the Speed input system

The latitude input system may be changed during the settling
process of the start-up procedure from item 7 onwards.
1 Press the DISP button until the display shows speed value
and speed input system.
2 Press SET button once, and the upper line in the display
starts flashing.
3 Use the arrow buttons for toggling between available

speed input systems:
Manual
GPS
LOG (pulse)
LOG (serial)
4 Select active speed input system, and confirm the selection

5 If Manual input system is selected, the display will change
to show flashing numerical values.
6 Use the arrow buttons for entering the speed value, and
confirm the input by the ACK/ENT button.
7 The display will return to shown speed value and speed

input system without flashing.
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5.8 Balancing the Horizontal ring

After the compass has been running continuously for at least 2
hours, the horizontal ring should be adjusted.
1 Locate the reference level tool on the horizontal ring, and
check that the level bubble is within +/-10 minutes from
the center. Each division equals 2 minutes.
10 minutes
2 If the level bubble not is within this limit, add or remove

weights from the horizontal ring until it is leveled.
Note! It is important that the total number of weights on the horizontal
ring is as few as possible.
3 Let the compass run for at least 20 minutes before the
level is rechecked and eventually confirmed.
Caution If the horizontal ring is tilted more than +/-10, a bearing error
will be generated.
Adjusting True heading

After the GC80/85 is settled, the gyrocompass has to be
calibrated against an external reference, e.g.:
- a known target
- astronomical observation
- the heading of the pier or quay the vessel is moored to
- two fixed points on the chart that the vessel is sailing
between
The observation period for the heading difference should be as
long as possible.
If there is any difference between the gyro bearing and the
confirmed external reference that not can be corrected by
adjusting the mechanical location of the master compass, an
offset value may be inserted in the GC80. This value is entered
by using the Extension menu as follows:
1 Activate the Extension menu by pressing and holding the
SET button and the ACK/ENT buttons simultaneously for
at least 3 seconds.
- Main category A-1 will be displayed.
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2 Press the DISP button once to display main category A-2.

3 Press the SET button to enter the sub-category 2.1.o.
4 Use the arrow buttons to increase or decrease the offset
parameter value.
Note! To correct for +1.5, press the Arrow Up button until the
display shows 1.5.
To correct for -1.5, press the Arrow Down button until the
display shows 358.5!
5 Confirm the new value by pressing the ACK/ENT button,
or reject the changes by pressing the SET button. The
display will return to sub-category 2.1.o.
6 Exit the Extension menu by pressing and holding the SET
and ACK/ENT buttons simultaneously for at least 3
seconds.
For further information about the Extension menu, refer Using
the Extension menu, page 56 onwards.
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6 ADVANCED SETTINGS
This section gives an overview of the Extension menu, how
to enter the menu and how to change parameter values.
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6.1 General
The Extension menu holds internal parameters and
communication parameters required to achieve the best possible
heading accuracy on the GC80/GC85 Gyro compass.
The Extension menu is grouped in 8 main categories, named A-
1 through A-8. Each of these main categories has again several
sub-categories where parameter values may be set.
All values in the Extension menu are stored in the nonvolatile
memory of the compass.
6.2 Using the Extension menu

Caution The Extension menu should not be entered by unauthorized
personnel. Incorrect parameters may result in irregular
operation of the GC80/GC85 gyro compass!
The extension menu can be entered when any display is shown
in the LCD.
1 Activate the menu by pressing and holding the SET button
and the ACK/ENT buttons simultaneously for at least 3
seconds.
- Main category A-1 will be displayed.
2 Page through the main categories to the selected category
by pressing the DISP button. Pressing the DISP and
ACK/ENT buttons simultaneously will display the main
category loop in reversed order.
3 Press the SET button to enter the sub-category loop, and
use the DISP button to select sub-category that holds the
parameter to be changed.
parameter value.
5 Confirm the new value by pressing the ACK/ENT button,
or reject the changes by pressing the SET button. The
display will return to selected sub-category.
6 Exit the Extension menu by pressing and holding the SET
and ACK/ENT buttons simultaneously for at least 3
seconds.
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pbq pbq
MAIN ^`h
bkq
MENU
CHANGE /
pbq CLEAR
PARA-
^`h
METER
afpm
afpm
afpm
afpm bkq VALUE
^`h ^`h
bkq bkq
NEXT MAIN NEXT SUB

CATEGORY CATEGORY
6.3 The Extension menu overview
Main Sub Default

Parameter/description Range
Category Category value
A-1 1.1.U Damping gain 1.00 0.00 2.00
Determines the damping (damping operation in north-
seeking motion = half cycle attenuation) and actually
represents a coefficient (ratio) to the standard value
stored in the software.
1.2.F Bearing servo gain 1.00 0.00 2.00
Determines the gain of the bearing servo loop where phi
signal (deviation signal around rotors vertical axis)
is calculated, drives the azimuth step motor and has the
sensitive element follow to the gyro-sphere vertical axis
(around azimuth axis) rotation. Presents a coefficient
(ratio) to the standard value stored in software.
1.3.S Horizontal servo gain 1.00 0.00 2.00
Determines the gain of the horizontal servo loop where
theta signal (rotor tilting angle signal) is calculated,
drives the horizontal DST and has the sensitive element
follow to the gyro sphere tilting angle (rotor tilting
angle). Present a coefficient (ration) to the standard
value stored in software.
1.4.u Leveling servo gain 1.00 0.00 2.00
Leveling motion (sensitive element erection motion)
calculates X signal (equivalent inclination angle) which
is output from the sensitive element and relative
inclination angle signal from HRZC board, controls to
have the sensitive element keep horizontal. The value
determines this control loop gain. Presents a coefficient
(ratio) to the standard value stored in the software.
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1.5.L () Phi offset () 0.00 -3.00 3.00
A-1 cont. Offset value () around the vertical axis of gyro sphere
(rotor axis) and the sensitive element.
1.6.t () Theta offset () 0.00 -3.00 3.00
Offset value () around the horizontal axis of gyro
sphere (rotor axis) and the sensitive element.
1.7.G X signal pickup gain (v/) 2.32 0.00 5.00
Distance of the sensitive element share and the rotor
axis direction. Inclination angle around horizontal axis
is obtained equivalently by monitoring this signal. For
example, when north side of the rotor axis rises, the
sensitive element follows to rise its north side, then
gyro sphere suspended by the suspension wire moves to
south side. X signal represents this amount of
movement (v/).
This parameter is only used for GC85.
1.8.c Ks/H 1.477 1.000 2.000
Suspension wire twist torque. Fixed value.
1.9.r Maximum rate of turn (/sec) 0.00 -
Maximum rate of turn in the turn rates which the
bearing servo system followed up to this moment
(/sec).
NOTE: The maximum is measured after 3 hours from
system start.
NOTE: Reset this data certainly after completion of
installation!
1.A.F Maximum deviation of bearing servo () 0.00 -
Maximum deviation value in the bearing servo loop that
occurred up to this moment ().
system start.
installation!
1.b.S Maximum deviation of horizontal servo () 0.00 -
Maximum deviation value in the horizontal servo loop
that occurred up to this moment ().
system start.
installation!
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Main Sub Default

A-2 2.1.o Bearing offset A () 0.0 0.0 359.9
Offset value included in the master bearing and used
for correction of fixed error (). If the master compass
not can be mounted parallel to the vessels fore-after
line, this parameter is used to compensate for a small
mounting error.
2.2.O Bearing offset B () 0.0 0.0 359.9
Value for general bearing error correction to enter to
master compass bearing. It is used to correct the bearing
if the bearing for some reason deviates from correct
heading.
This value is cleared when it passes the zero-cross pin
or when power is switched OFF.
2.3.h Zero-cross bearing () 345.3 0.0 359.9
Absolute bearing set for MCU board when zero-cross
pin was passed during start-up sequence (last azimuth
operation) and normal running operation.
Zero-cross bearing can be set in this menu, but is
normally set up be measuring position (angle) of the
zero-cross pin in the master compass by the test mode
A.
2.4.E Zero-cross error allowance () 2.0 0.0 5.0
Zero-cross alarm limit. The compass will generate a
zero cross alarm when the difference between the zero-
cross bearing and the relative bearing exceeds this zero
cross value.
This value should be set every time the zero-cross pin is
detected.
2.5.y Year - 2000 - 2099
Used for setting current year.
2.6.N Month and Day - -
Used for setting current month and date.
2.7.t Hour and Minute - -
Used for setting current hour and minute.
2.8.d Total days of operation - -
This value should be reset after the installation is
completed.
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A-2 cont. 2.9.G Display/setting of GPS connection - bE or Non
The following abbreviations are used:
bE: GPS connected
Non: No GPS connected
NOTE: When this value is set to Non, GPS can not
be selected as the vessels input for speed and
latitude.
2.A.L Display/setting of LOG connection - bE or Non
bE: with Log (contact)
Non: No Log (contact)
NOTE: When this value is set to Non, LOG can not
be selected as the vessels speed input.
2.b.S Display/setting of LOG (serial) connection - bE or Non
bE: with Log (serial)
Non: No Log (serial)
NOTE: When this value is set to Non, SLOG can not
be selected as the vessels speed input.
2.c.t Display/setting of GPS performance index data check - bE or Non
bE: Check performance index
Non: Not check performance index
2.d.o Analogue signal output offset for ROT () 0.00 0.0 161
Offset value for analogue signal output of Rate Of
Turn. Entered value is +/-5% of maximum output ROT.
2.e.F Filter time constant for rate of turn (sec) 2.00 0.5 10.0
2.F.G Analog output gain for rate of turn 1.00 0.90 1.00
A-3 3.1.E Alarm (error) - -
3.2.n Occurred number of zero-cross error - -
3.3.H Maximum zero-cross error - -
3.4.y Occurred year of zero-cross error - -
3.5.N Occurred month/day of zero-cross error - -
3.6.t Occurred hour/minute of zero-cross error - -
3.7.n Occurred number of encoder error - -
3.8.r Occurred number of reset with WATCH DOC TIMER - -
1
The maximum value is 5% of the maximum analog output for rate of turn.(32 deg./min: 1.6deg./min.,
130deg./min: 6.5deg./min., 320deg./min: 16.0deg./min.)
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Main Sub Default

A-4 4.1.C GPS serial data character length 8 8 or 7
4.2.P GPS serial data parity bit Non Non, Even,
Odd
4.3.S GPS serial data stop bits 1 1 or 2
A-5 5.1.C LOG serial data character length 8 8 or 7
5.2.P LOG serial data parity bit Non Non, Even,
Odd
5.3.S LOG serial data stop bits 1 1 or 2
A-6 6.1.C External sensor (standard) serial data character length 8 8 or 7
6.2.P External sensor (standard) serial data parity bit Non Non, Even,
Odd
6.3.S External sensor (standard) serial data stop bits 1 1 or 2
A-7 7.1.t Master compass type Std Std or Hsc
7.2.u SCC software version number - -
7.3.u MCC software version number - -
A-8 8.1.t For confirmation of extension menu - -
8.2.S Filter of speed error correction On On or Off
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
7 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
This section lists all specifications for GC80/85 gyro
compass.
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7.1 Accuracy
Settling time:.......................................................... within 3 hours
(if startup heading is within +/-5 of actual heading)
Settle point error: ................................................... less than 0.1
RMS value of the difference:................................... less than 0.1
Repeatability of settle point error: ......................... less than 0.1
Roll and pitch error:............................................... less than 0.4
Static error: ............................................................ less than 0.1
Settle point error under general conditions:........... less than 0.4
Note! Accuracy at equator. For other latitudes, accuracy to be
multiplied by *(1/COS f), where f = Latitude.
7.2 General specification

Follow-up speed..............................................................> 75/sec
Gimbal freedom ................................for both roll and pitch: 45
Range of speed correction:
................0-50 knots (GC80) / latitude (0 - +70)
................0-70 knots (GC85) / latitude (0 - +70)
Main power supply: .....................................................24V DC or
Option:............... 100/110/115/200V AC, 50/60Hz
Power supply for alarm and back-up: .................... 24V DC, 70W
Voltage fluctuation: .......................................................AC 10%
DC -20% - +30%
Frequency variation: .............................................................. 5%
Power consumption:
Start:.....................................................within 140VA
Ordinary:................................................within 70VA
Repeater: ................................................within 17VA
Repeater type: .................................................. 24V DC 6 step/
Number of step repeater connections: .........................................1
Number of NMEA connections: ..................................................4
Repeater back-up circuits: ...................................................... 1+4
Pendulum function....................................................refer page 18
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7.3 Input specification

Serial input signal (GPS)
Circuits:.....................................................................1
Electrical: .............. RS422/MNEA0183/Current loop
Baud rate: ..................................................... 4800 bps
Data bits: ............................................................8 bits
Parity:................................................................. None
Stop bits: ...................................................................1
Transmit freq.: ............................................... 1 5Hz
Input format:
$--GGA,x,xxxx.xx,N,xx.x,E,x,~*hh<CR><LF>
$--GLL,xxxx.xx,N,xxxx.xx,E,*hh<CR><LF>
$--VTG,xx,T,xx,M,xx.x,N,xx,K*hh<CR><LF>
Serial input signal (External heading)

Circuits:.....................................................................1
Electrical: ....................................RS422/NMEA0183
Baud rate: .......................................... 4800/38400 bps
Data bits: ............................................................8 bits
Parity:................................................................. None
Stop bits: ...................................................................1
Transmit freq.: ............................1 - 50Hz/20 50Hz
Input format:
$--HDT,xxx.x*hh<CR><LF>
$--HDG,xxx.x*hh<CR><LF>
Serial input signal (LOG)

Circuits:.....................................................................1
Electrical: ....................................RS422/NMEA0183
Baud rate: ..................................................... 4800 bps
Data bits: ............................................................8 bits
Parity:................................................................. None
Stop bits: ...................................................................1
Transmit freq.: ..............................................1 - 50Hz
Input format:
$--VBW,x.x,x.x,A,~*hh<CR><LF>
PULSE signal (LOG)

Circuits:.....................................................................1
Electrical: .................... 200/400 p.p.n.m., dry contact
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7.4 Output specification

Serial output signal 1
Circuits:.....................................................................4
Electrical: ..................................................RS422/485
When Gyro
Baud rate:
is selected
GC80: ...................................................... 4800 bps
GC85 ..................................................... 38400 bps
Note! Baud Rate for GC85, refer Jumper settings on ICIF board,
output serial signal selection, page 91.
Data bits: ............................................................8 bits

Parity:................................................................. None
Stop bits: ...................................................................1
Transmit freq.:
GC80 ............................................................. 10Hz
GC85: ............................................................ 50Hz
Output format:
Data no.1
$ HEHDT,xxx.x,T*hh<CR><LF>
Data no.2
$ HEROT,-xxx.xx,A*hh<CR><LF>
Data no.3
$ PCICM,HEALM,xxxx,x,xx*hh<CR><LF>
Serial output signal 2 *1

Circuits:.....................................................................4
Electrical: ..................................................RS422/485
When Baud rate:
External GC80: ...................................................... 4800 bps
heading GC85 ..................................................... 38400 bps
sensor is
Data bits: ............................................................8 bits
selected
Parity:................................................................. None
Stop bits: ...................................................................1
Transmit freq.:
GC80 ............................................................. 10Hz
GC85: ............................................................ 50Hz
Output format:
Data no.1
$ HEHDT,xxx.x,T*hh<CR><LF>
Data no.2
$ PTICM,--xxxx,x,xx,*hh<CR><LF>
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STEP signal
Circuits:.....................................................................4
Electrical: ...................................... 24V DC 6 step/
Alarm output
Potential free .................................................. NO/NC
Running contact
Potential free .................................................. NO/NC
Refer Jumper settings on ICIF board, page 89.
7.5 Physical Dimensions
GC80 Master Compass

Height: ................................................................. 438 mm (17.2)
Width: .................................................................. 340 mm (13.4)
Depth: .................................................................. 340 mm (13.4)
Weight: .................................................................... 23 kg (51lbs)
GC80 Compact Control Unit

Height: ................................................................... 252 mm (9.9)
Width: .................................................................. 278 mm (10.9)
Depth: .................................................................... 126 mm (5.0)
Weight....................................................................... 7 kg (15 lbs)
GC80 Power Supply unit (option)

Height: ................................................................. 290 mm (11.4)
Width: .................................................................. 307 mm (12.1)
Depth: .................................................................... 140 mm (5.5)
Weight....................................................................... 8 kg (18 lbs)
7.6 Power
GC80/85 Master Compass
Voltage input: .................................... Supplied from Control unit
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GC80 Compact Control Unit

Voltage input: .................................................................. 24V DC
Backup voltage: ............................................................... 24V DC
Power consumption, including Master compass:
Starting............................................. 3.3A at 24V DC
Running:........................................... 2.6A at 24V DC
GC80 Power Supply unit (option)

Voltage input: ..............................................110/220 V AC 10%
Frequency: ............................................................. 50/60 Hz 5%
Backup voltage: ..........................................24V DC -20%, +30%
7.7 Environmental Specification
GC80/85 Master Compass

Enclosure material: ...................................................... Aluminum
Color: ................................................................................... Black
Temperature range:
Operating: .............................-10 - 50C (14 - 122F)
Storage: .............................. -25 70C (-13 158F)
Angular freedom of gimbal: ......................45 for roll and pitch
GC80 Compact Control unit

Enclosure material: ...................................................... Aluminum
Environmental protection: ..................................................... IP22
Color: ................................................................................... Black
Temperature range:
Operating: .............................-10 - 50C (14 - 122F)
Storage: .............................. -25 70C (-13 158F)
Number of repeater ports: ..............................................................1
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DRAWINGS
8 DRAWINGS
This section contains outline drawings showing mechanical
dimensions of the different GC80/GC85 units, together
with wiring diagrams for the gyro system.
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8.1 Drawings included

The following mechanical drawings are enclosed:
Name Drw. no Rev.

GC80 Compact Control unit, dimensions N3-710178 A
GC80/85 Master Compass, dimensions N3-710179 A
GC80/GC85 Power Supply unit, dimensions N3-710180 A
GC80/85 Remote panel, dimensions D4-710208 B
To scale drawings are available upon request.
The following wiring diagrams are enclosed:
Name Drw. no Rev.

GC80/85 Gyro Compass, Compact system. N3-710181 B
Wiring diagram
GC80/85 Gyro Compass, Compact system with
N3-710182 B
Power supply unit. Wiring diagram
Note! The original signed drawings are recorded at Simrad Egersund.
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DRAWINGS
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73
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R24- No wire should be connected if
1 GC80/85
no serial signal type repeater is used
COMPACT CONTROL UNIT R24+
SHIP'S SUPPLY FOR GYRO (DC24V max 8A) 1 24M+ 1TX+ 29
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2 24M- 1TX- 30
TB3
EMERGENCY SOURCE FOR GYRO BACKUP (DC24V max 8A) 5 24BT+ 1TSC 31
6 24BT- 1R24- 32
1R24+ 33 6 7
2TX+ 34
2 2TX- 35
2TSC 36
2R24- 37
2R24+ 38
NMEA OUT: HEHDT & HEROT
3TX+ 39
3TX- 40
3TSC 41
TB1
3R24- 42
3R24+ 43
4TX+ 44 8 9
4TX- 45
4TSC 46
10
4R24- 47
GC80/85 3 4R24+ 48
MASTER COMPASS ST11 17 DC24V STEP SIGNAL
ST12 18
ST13 19
N+ 1 1 N+
ST14 20
TB1
N- 2 2 N-
ST15 21
AL1 1 3 AL1 PENDULUM /
BZSP+ 25
AL2 2 4 AL2 REMOTE BUZZER STOP
BZSP- 26
ALC 3 5 ALC
EA+ 9 11 EA+
EA- 10 4 12 EA-
15
EB+ 11 13 EB+
TB2
TB1
EB- 12 14 EB-
ECC 13 15 ECC
MT+ 4 6 MT+
MT- 5 7 MT- 11
MR+ 6 8 MR+
MR- 7 9 MR-
MSC 8 5 10 MSC
VTG GRX+ 10
FGND 14 16 FGND GPS SIGNAL INPUT
GGA
GRX- 11
GLL
TB2
200/400 pulse/n.mile SL+ 12
selectable SL- 13
12
SPEED LOG SIGNAL INPUT (ONE or BOTH)
IOPT PWB 13
LRX+ 9
VBW LRX- 8
TB3
LSC 7
RECOMMENDED CABLE TYPES

CABLE NO. CABLE TYPE ESRX+ 1
HDT ESRX- 2 EXTERNAL HEADING SENSOR
TB4
1 AWG14
ESC 3
2 AWG14
3 AWG14
4 AWG17 SHIELDED
14
5 AWG17 SHIELDED
6 AWG18 TWISTED / SHIELDED
DRAWINGS
75
10 AWG17 SHIELDED p~=b=^p
bdboprka klot^v
12 AWG18
13 AWG18 TWISTED / SHIELDED Shielded cables to be connected to GND
14 AWG18 TWISTED / SHIELDED dÙMLUR=d=`~
15 AWG20
`~=
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N N kP J TNMNUN _
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GC80/85 15 16 GC80/85
POWER SUPPLY UNIT COMPACT CONTROL UNIT R24- No wire should be connected if
no serial signal type repeater is used
2AC1 24M+ 1 1 24M+ 1TX+ 29 R24+
MAIN
2AC2 24M- 2 2 24M- 1TX- 30
TB3
2B+ 24B+ 5 3 24B+ 1TSC 31
TB201
BACK-UP
2B- 24B- 6 4 24B- 1R24- 32
24R+ 3 1 24R+ 1R24+ 33 6 7
REPEATER
24R- 4 2 24R- 2TX+ 34
TB1
PF 7 3 PF 2TX- 35
POC 8 4 POC 2TSC 36
TB2
POV 9 5 POV 2R24- 37
PC 10 6 PC 2R24+ 38
NMEA OUT: HEHDT & HEROT
SW+ 11 17 18 8 SW+ 3TX+ 39
FGND 14 3TX- 40
3TSC 41
TB1
NOTE: 3R24- 42
The following jumper modifications have to be done: 3R24+ 43
1) Remove wire from TB2-16 to J5-3 4TX+ 44 8 9
2) Remove J5 4TX- 45
4TSC 46
10
EMERGENCY SOURCE FOR GYRO BACKUP (DC24V max10A) 3) Remove J6
4R24- 47
4R24+ 48
SHIP'S SUPPLY FOR GYRO (AC)
ST11 17 DC24V STEP SIGNAL
ST12 18
1 2 ST13 19
ST14 20
ST15 21
BZSP+ 25
PENDULUM /
GC80/85 3 REMOTE BUZZER STOP
BZSP- 26
MASTER COMPASS
N+ 1 1 N+
19
TB1
N- 2 2 N-
AL1 1 3 AL1
AL2 2 4 AL2
ALC 3 5 ALC
EA+ 9 11 EA+ 11
EA- 10 4 12 EA-
EB+ 11 13 EB+
TB2
TB1
EB- 12 14 EB- VTG GRX+ 10 GPS SIGNAL INPUT
ECC 13 15 ECC GGA
GRX- 11
MT+ 4 6 MT+ GLL
TB2
MT- 5 7 MT-
200/400 pulse/n.mile SL+ 12
MR+ 6 8 MR+
selectable SL- 13
MR- 7 9 MR-
MSC 8 5 10 MSC
FGND 14 16 FGND
12
SPEED LOG SIGNAL INPUT (ONE or BOTH)
IOPT PWB 13
RECOMMENDED CABLE TYPES LRX+ 9
VBW LRX- 8
TB3
CABLE NO. CABLE TYPE

LSC 7
1 AWG14
2 AWG14
3 AWG14 ESRX+ 1
HDT ESRX- 2 EXTERNAL HEADING SENSOR
TB4
4 AWG17 SHIELDED
ESC 3
5 AWG17 SHIELDED
14
10 AWG17 SHIELDED
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Shielded cables to be connected to GND
15 AWG14
16 AWG14
17 AWG14
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18 AWG17 `~=K=Lm=pK=
19 AWG20
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SPARE PART LIST
9 SPARE PART LIST

This section includes part numbers for all standard and
optional units that may be included in a GC80 and GC85
gyro system.
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9.1 GC80 Compact Gyro system
PART NO DESCRIPTION
27101674 GC80 Master compass
44174027 GC80 Sensitive element
27101690 GC80 Compact Control unit
20221511 GC80/GC85 Compact gyro compass Instruction manual

44174449 Special tool required when installing the Sensitive element
9.2 GC85 Compact Gyro system
PART NO DESCRIPTION
27101682 GC85 Master compass
44170728 GC85 Sensitive element
27101690 GC80 Compact Control unit
20221511 GC80/GC85 Compact gyro compass Instruction manual

44174449 Special tool required when installing the Sensitive element
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9.3 GC80/GC85 Optional equipment
PART NO DESCRIPTION
27101724 GC80/GC85 Power supply unit
GC80 Flush mounting kit in Simrad design for remote

27101757 installation of operating panel
GC80 Extension cable 5 meter for remote installation of

44170736 operating panel normally mounted in Control unit
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TERMINAL LAYOUT
10 TERMINAL LAYOUT
This section includes tables which list all terminal pins and
terminal labelling on pcbs in the GC80 Control unit. The
tables include detailed description for each terminal.
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10.1 ITERM board
TB1
PIN NO NAME DETAILS

1 N+ Master compass power supply (24V DC)
2 N- Master compass power supply (24V DC common)
3 AL1 Master compass inverter alarm (over current)
4 AL2 Master compass inverter alarm (over voltage)
5 ALC Master compass inverter alarm (common)
6 MT+
Control unit master compass serial signal
7 MT-
8 MR+
Master compass control unit serial signal
9 MR-
10 MSC Serial signal common
11 ECA+
Master compass encoder signal (A phase)
12 ECA-
13 ECB+
Master compass encoder signal (B phase)
14 ECB-
15 ECC Master compass encoder signal (common)
16 FGND Earth
17 ST11
18 ST12 Step signal (open drain signal)
19 ST13
20 ST14 Step signal (24V DC common)
21 ST15 Step signal (24V DC)
22 Not used
23 ALCN+
Alarm contact signal output
24 ALCN-
25 BZSP+
Buzzer stop signal input
26 BZSP-
27 EACK+
External acknowledge signal input
28 EACK-
29 1TX+
Serial signal output
30 1TX-
31 1TSC Serial signal common
32 1R24- Serial repeater power supply (24V DC common)
33 1R24+ Serial repeater power supply (24V DC)
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PIN NO NAME DETAILS

34 2TX+
35 2TX-
39 3TX+
40 3TX-
44 4TX+
45 4TX-
TB2
When used with Simrad Power supply unit (OPTION):
PIN NO NAME DETAILS

1 24R+ Power unit 24R input
2 24R- Power unit 24RC input
3 PF
4 POC
Power unit alarm input
5 POV
6 PC
7 SWV Not used
8 SW+ Power unit switch signal
9 SW- Not used
10 GRX+
GPS serial signal input
11 GRX-
12 SL+
LOG contact signal input
13 SL-
14 FGND Earth
15
Not used
16
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TB3
When used with 24V DC main:
PIN NO NAME DETAILS

1 24M+
External power supply input
2 24M-
3 24B+
Not used
4 24B-
5 24BT+
Battery backup
6 24BT-
When used with non Simrad Power supply unit:
PIN NO NAME DETAILS

1 24M+
2 24M-
External power supply input
3 24B+
4 24B-
5 24BT+
Battery backup
6 24BT-
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10.2 IOPT board
TB3
PIN NO NAME DETAILS

1 ESSC
2 ESTX-
3 ESTX+
Not connected
4 PRSC
5 PRRX-
6 PRRX+
7 LSC Log serial signal input common
8 LRX-
Log serial signal output (NMEA)
9 LRX+
10 TKSC
11 TKTX- Not connected
12 TKTX+
TB4
PIN NO NAME DETAILS

1 ESRX+
External sensor serial signal input
2 ESRX-
3 ESC External sensor serial signal common
4 RNCN1
Running contact signal output
5 RNCN2
6 GCCN+
Gyro select signal input (External switch)
7 GCCN-
8 ECCN+ External sensor select signal input (External
9 ECCN- switch)
10 SEL1
11 SEL2 Not used
12 SELC
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DIP SWITCH SETTINGS
11 DIP SWITCH SETTINGS

This section includes drawings for the different printed circuits
boards in the Control unit that include jumpers and dip switches.
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11.1 Compact control unit

Three different boards in the Compact control unit have jumpers
and/or dip switches that may be used for configuring the
GC80/85 system.
Only a few of these jumpers/dip switches are used in installation
and pre-running procedure for the gyro compass. Refer Jumper
settings in Compact Control unit, page 37, and Dip-switch
settings, page 40.
The following pages includes drawings showing location of
jumpers and/or dip switches, together with a short description
for the different settings.
F3
F2 F4
F1 F5
F8
TB1 TB2
TB3 TB4
TB3
F6
F9
F7
ICIF IOPT ITERM

BOARD BOARD BOARD
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DIP SWITCH SETTINGS
ICIF board
DIP switch settings on ICIF board
SWITCH DEFAULT FUNCTION DESCRIPTION

S1-1 ON Control unit type OFF = Expanded, ON =Compact
S1-2 OFF Master compass type OFF = Standard, ON =High Speed
S1-3 OFF Control unit type OFF = Expanded, ON =Dual
S1-4 OFF 2 gyros used OFF = No, ON =Yes
SW1-5 OFF
= No external sensor
SW1-6 OFF
S1-5 OFF
SW1-5 OFF = Magnetic system
SW1-6 ON connected (back-up)
External sensor
connection SW1-5 ON
= External sensor connected
SW1-6 OFF
S1-6 OFF
SW1-5 ON = External system connected
SW1-6 ON (back-up)
S1-7 OFF Serial signal format OFF = IEC61162-2 (NMEA0183, ref. page 4),
ON = Tokimec
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S1-8 OFF Alarm output setup OFF = All alarms,
ON = Only power failures
S2-1 OFF
Used for debugging
S2-2 OFF
S2-3 OFF Not used.
OFF = Not connected
S2-4 OFF Pendulum ferry
ON = Pendulum function in use
SW2-5 OFF
= 1sec (1Hz)
SW2-6 OFF
S2-5 OFF
SW2-5 OFF
= 100msec (10Hz)
Serial signal transmit SW2-6 ON
frequency IEC61162-1
ed.2 SW2-5 ON
= 200msec (50Hz)
SW2-6 OFF
S2-6 ON
SW2-5 ON
= Invalid
SW2-6 ON
S2-7 OFF
Not used.
S2-8 OFF
S3-1 OFF Timer startup OFF = No, ON = Yes
S3-2 OFF Talker ID of ROT OFF = HE, ON = TI
sentence
SW3-3 OFF
Max 30.0 /min.
SW3-4 OFF
S3-3 ON
SW3-3 OFF
Max 300.0 /min.
SW3-4 ON
Rate of turn scale
SW3-3 ON
Max 120.0 /min.
SW3-4 OFF
S3-4 OFF
SW3-3 ON
Invalid
SW3-4 ON
Valid at the time of external sensor
Ban or permission of a (standard) selection.
S3-5 OFF
ROT sentence output
OFF = Disabled, ON = Enabled
OFF = Not used
S3-6 ON For Simrad use ON = Simrad GC type (80 or 85) shown in

display at start-up according to S1-2
setting.
S3-7 OFF
Not used
S3-8 OFF
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DIP SWITCH SETTINGS
Jumper settings on ICIF board
JUMPER DEFAULT FUNCTION DESCRIPTION

J5 Short Software installation Open = Software may be installed on ICIF
board
NOTE: Make sure that also J1 on the IOPT
board is set to Open
NOTE: Control unit will be damages if new
software is installed with this jumper
ON!
J6 Open CUP reset Used when resetting the CPU
J7 3-4 short Output port: ITERM board, TB1 1TX
1-2 short = IEC61162-2 or TOKIMEC version
3-4 short = IEC61162-1 ed.2
(ref. page 4)
NOTE: Never use both jumpers at the same
time!
3-4 short = IEC61162-1 ed.2
(ref. page 4)
Output serial signal time!
J9 3-4 short selection Output port: ITERM board, TB1 3TX
3-4 short = IEC61162-1 ed.2
(ref. page 4)
time!
3-4 short = IEC61162-1 ed.2
(ref. page 4)
time!
J11 1-2 short Polarity for GPS Input port: ITERM board, TB2 GRX
signal setting
1-2 short = Standard
3-4 short = Reversed polarity
NOTE: If a signal not is received with 1-2
short, 3-4 should be set to short.
time!
J14 3-4 short Alarm contact output Output port: ITERM board, TB1 ALCN
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1-2 short = Alarm CLOSED, Normal OPEN
3-4 short = Alarm OPEN, Normal CLOSED
time!
J15 1-2 short LOG pulse selection Input port: ITERM board, TB2 SL
1-2 short = 200p.p.n.m.
3-4 short = 400p.p.n.m.
time!
IOPT board
J3
2 1 S1
4 3
2 1
J6 4 3
2 1
TB3 TB4
J7 4 3
J1 2 1
DIP switch settings on IOPT board

S1-1 OFF 38400 bps
LOG (serial) baude
S1-2 OFF 9600 bps
rate for transmission
S1-3 ON 4800 bps
S1-4 OFF 38400 bps
LOG (serial) baude
S1-5 OFF 9600 bps
rate for receive
S1-6 ON 4800 bps
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DIP SWITCH SETTINGS
Jumper settings on IOPT board

J1 1-2 short Software installation Open = Software may be
installed in ICIF board
NOTE: Control unit will be
damages if new
software is installed with
this jumper ON!
J3 1-2 short Running contact output Output port: IOPT board TB4
RNCN
1-2 short = Running Closed,
Normal Open
3-4 short = Running Open,
Normal Closed
NOTE: Never use both
jumpers at the same
time!
J6 1-2 short Polarity of LOG signal Input port: IOPT board TB1 L
setting RX
NOTE: If a signal not is
received with 1-2
short, 3-4 should be
set to short.
jumpers at the same
time!
J7 1-2 short Polarity of External Input port: IOPT board TB1
heading sensor signal ESRX
setting.
NOTE: If a signal not is
received with 1-2
short, 3-4 should be
set to short.
jumpers at the same
time!
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ITERM board
J6
F8
TB1 TB2
J5
Jumper settings without Power supply unit

1-3 short
2-4 short No Power supply
J5 -
J5-3 to unit
System used without
Power supply unit TB2-16 short
1-3 short No Power supply
J6 -
2-4 short unit
Jumper settings with Power supply unit

J5 - System used with All open With Power supply
J6 - Power supply unit All open unit
Note! Remove the wire connecting TB2-16 and J5-3. Refer page 37
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ALARM MESSAGES AND CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
12 ALARM MESSAGES AND CORRECTIVE

ACTIONS
This section provides a description which system errors
that are displayed, and which corrective actions that could
be performed by the system operator.
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12.1 The alarm system

The GC80/GC85 system will continually check for faults while
the system is running.
If a fault occurs, an alarm code will be displayed in the LCD, the
Alarm lamp will be flashing, and an audible alarm will be
activated.
Up to 4 alarm codes may be displayed in the LCD to indicate
that several alarm situations are present. The last activated alarm
will be displayed on the right side of the display. The figure
below shows that alarm with code 1, 3 and 2 were generated in
that order.
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If more than 4 alarms are active, this will be indicated with a dot
behind the last number as shown on the figure below. Further
alarm codes may then be displayed by pressing the arrow up
button.
The example shows that alarm code 2, 3, U, d and 7 were

activated.
Caution When an alarm is generated, bearing information from the
GC80/GC85 may not be present or may have large error. Any
equipment using bearing information from the gyro compass
should therefore immediately be operated according to the
equipments emergency operating procedure.
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12.2 Acknowledging an alarm

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bkq An alarm is acknowledged by pressing the ACK/ENT button.
- The audible alarm will be silenced

- If the alarm situation has disappeared, the alarm lamp will
be switched off, and the alarm code will be removed from
the LCD
- If the alarm situation continues, the alarm lamp will switch
from flashing to steady light. The LCD will return to show
true bearing with flashing numbers to indicate that the
bearing may have large errors
An alarm code for an active error may be recalled by pressing

the DISP button until the alarm display is shown. It is possible
to recall any alarm code in the LCD for as long as the alarm
situation is present.
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12.3 Fault finding

When an alarm is generated and not removed by pressing the
ACK/ENT button, further actions should be taken to correct the
alarm situation.
The following pages present an overview of symptoms and
corrective actions for faults that may be corrected by the
operator. If none of these procedures correct the problem,
contact the local Simrad dealer for advice or for requesting on
board service.
Before any fault finding procedure is started, the following
actions should be performed to verify a system error:
- Shut down and restart the gyro compass
- Verify that all cables are properly connected according to
the wiring diagrams, page 69 onwards
- Check the cables from the main power supply to the
Control unit
Main power failure
Alarm generated when the main power supply is lost.
Caution Turn OFF the power as described in page 11 before checking

the main power supply.
1 Verify that the main power switch inside the Control unit
is switched ON.
2 Check the input from the power supply to the Control unit:
Terminal board/Terminal: ....ITERM/ TB1, 24M+ and 24M-
Voltage:................................24V DC +30% / -20%
3 Check the cables from the main power supply to the
Control unit
4 Remove power to the Control unit and check the fuse:
F101: 6.3A
For location and replacement of the fuses, refer to page 28
onwards.
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Internal power failure in Control unit

Generated when the Control units power supply are over current
or over voltage.
1 Turn OFF the power by pressing the POWER button, and

repress the POWER button after 20 seconds.
2 If no alarm is activated, continue the start-up procedure as
described in Start-Up, page 10.
3 If the alarm is repeated, contact Simrads local dealer for
assistance.
Inverter failure
Alarm generated in the Inverter in the Master compass is over
current or over voltage.

3 If the alarm is repeated, turn OFF the power and check the
inverter fuse, F1:12A.
onwards.
Zero cross failure

This alarm is generated when the reference angle for the
compass bearing not can be properly detected, or if a fault is
generated in the bearing calculation.
1 Press the DISP button until the flashing bearing is
displayed in the LCD.
2 Adjust the bearing with the arrow buttons until the bearing
corresponds to the vessels actual bearing, and confirm the
entry with the ACK/ENT button.
If the bearing input was accepted by the system, the LCD
will display current bearing without flashing.
3 Report the error to Simrad even if the bearing is accepted
and the alarm removed.
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System communication failure

Alarms generated when there is a failure in communication from
the Master compass to the Control unit.

3 If the alarm is repeated, turn OFF the power and
disconnect the power cable to the Control unit.
4 Confirm the connection between the terminal board in the
Master compass and the terminal board in the Control unit
as shown below:
- GC80 Master compass:
TB1, MR+/-
- GC80 Compact Control unit:
GTERM PWB, TB1, MR+/-
GPS communication or data failure

Generated when if the communication from GPS has stopped
( ), or when there is a failure in the communication line from
and
the GPS ( ).
Note! This alarm is only generated when GPS is selected as the
vessels input system for latitude or speed.
1 Verify that the GPS operates according to the GPS
documentation.
2 If the GPS has a failure, change the input system as
described in Setting the Latitude input system, page 50
and Setting the Speed input system, page 51.
Caution Any alarm generated by a failure in the GPS may cause large
errors in the bearing output.
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Internal communication failure

Generated when the communication from the external bearing
sensor has stopped ( ), or when a failure is detected in the
and
communication ( ).
Caution When these alarms are generated, the bearing information
from the external bearing sensor may have large error.
1 Verify that the external bearing sensor operates correctly
according to the systems documentation.
External bearing sensor failure

Generated when the serial signal from the external bearing
sensor has stopped ( ), or when a failure is detected in this serial
and
signal ( ).
Note! This alarm is only generated when the external bearing sensor
is selected as active bearing output system.
1 Verify that the external bearing sensor operates correctly
according to the systems documentation.
LOG (serial) communication or data

failure
Activated when the serial signal from LOG (serial) has stopped
( ), or when a failure is detected in the serial signal from the
and
LOG ( ).
Note! This alarm is only generated when GYRO is selected as the
active bearing output system, and when LOG (serial) is selected
as the vessels speed input system.
1 Verify that the LOG operates according to the LOG
documentation.
2 If the LOG has a failure, change the input system as
described in Setting the Speed input system, page 51.
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Repeater failure
No output on single repeaters

1 Check that the repeater is connected to the gyro according
to the repeaters documentation.
2 Each repeater output has a separate fuse in the Control
unit. Disconnect the power to the Control unit, and check
the fuse for the repeater not working:
- Step repeater:
F11 to F14, F5 to F9: 1A
- Serial repeater:
F1 to F10: 1A
onwards.
No output on any repeater

1 Disconnect the power to the Control unit, and check the
following fuses:
F16: 20A
onwards.
Failure when powering ON the gyro

compass
If alarm code and are generated simultaneously when the
GC80 system is turned ON, the following procedure should be
used to correct the alarm situation:
1 Press the POWER button to turn OFF the system, and
repress the button after 1 second.
2 If the alarm status remains, remove the power to the
system and verify the fuse for the inverter.
onwards.
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12.4 Complete alarm code list
Alarm Detailed
Alarm content Possible cause
code code
Main power is
E-1 1 When the main power (AC power source) is lost.
abnormal
Power supply unit in the control box becomes over
2
current.
Power is
E-2 Power supply unit in the control box becomes over
abnormal 3
voltage.
4 24R is lost.
Inverter is 5 Inverter in the master compass becomes over current.

E-3
abnormal 6 Inverter in the master compass becomes over voltage.
7 +12.5V is abnormal.
Control power is 8 -12.5V is abnormal.

E-4 *1
abnormal 9 +10V is abnormal.
10 -10V is abnormal.
Rotor current is
E-5 *1 11 Gyro rotor current is abnormal.
abnormal
Rotor tilting angle
E-6 12 Rotor tilting angle is abnormal.
is abnormal
13 Horizontal servo loop is abnormal.
Servo loop is
E-7 *1 14 Bearing servo loop is abnormal.
abnormal
15 Rate limit is abnormal.
Zero cross is
E-8 36 Zero cross azimuth angle sensor is abnormal.
abnormal
16 Memory is abnormal
Memory is
E-9 *1 18 Memory is abnormal
abnormal
Communication 21 Communication error (MCCSCC).

E-A
error (1) 23 MCC is reset.
Communication 22 Communication error (SCCMCC).

E-b *1
error (2) 24 SCC is reset.
GPS When GPS system is stopped or serial signal from GPS
E-c 25
communication off is cut. (timeout is 15 sec.)
GPS data 26 GPS latitude data abnormal. (timeout is 17 sec.)

E-d
abnormal 27 GPS speed data abnormal.(timeout is 17 sec.)
MAG/EHS When MAG/EHS system is stopped or serial signal from
E-E 32
communication off GPS is cut. (timeout is 15 sec.)
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Alarm Detailed
Alarm content Possible cause
code code
MAG/EHS data
E-F 33 EHS data abnormal. (timeout is 17 sec.)
abnormal
EXT. sensor When EXT. sensor system is stopped or serial signal
E-L 30
communication off from EXT. sensor is cut. (timeout is 15 sec.)
EXT. sensor data
E-n 31 EXT. sensor data abnormal.(timeout is 17 sec.)
abnormal
LOG(serial) When LOG (serial) system is stopped or serial signal
E-P 28
communication off from LOG (serial) is cut. (timeout is 15 sec.)
LOG(serial) data
E-U 29 LOG (serial) data abnormal.(timeout is 17 sec.)
abnormal
E-r E5V is lost 34 E5V (power supply of serial signal) is lost.
Master bearing is When compensation of the bearing by the encorder
E-G 35
abnormal signal is not completed.
LOG(contact)
E-u *1 37 LOG (contact) is abnormal.
data abnormal
*1: This alarm code is not displayed to customer.
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

About this manual

Note! Used to draw the readers attention to a comment or some

WARNING Used when it is necessary to warn personnel

This manual is divided in the following sections:

9. Spare part list

10. Terminal layout

11. Dip switch settings

12. Alarm messages and corrective actions

2 USER INTERFACE ..............................................................5

Balancing the Horizontal ring ........................................ 29

6 ADVANCED SETTINGS .....................................................55

7 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION ...........................................63

7.5 Physical Dimensions.......................................................... 67

9 SPARE PART LIST............................................................77

10 TERMINAL LAYOUT .........................................................81

11 DIP SWITCH SETTINGS ...................................................87

12 ALARM MESSAGES AND CORRECTIVE ACTIONS...............95

Main power failure ....................................................... 98

1.2 Precaution in use

1.3 System components

Note! For details, refer TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION, page 63.

1.4 Bearing repeaters

2.1 GC80 Compact Control unit

up and Shut-down, page 10.

Used for increasing or decreasing a parameter value. Refer

THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT

3.1 System Start-up and Shut-down

2 If the rotor not was completely stopped when the POWER

3 The sensitive element starts rising horizontally, and the

5 The indicated start bearing is accepted by pressing the

Turning the Gyro compass OFF

3.2 Selecting active compass

GYRO COMPASS SELECTED AS EXTERNAL HEADING SENSOR

WARNING Changing active compass may result in large

3.3 Adjusting dimming level

3.4 Displaying present settings

- The first row in the display will show the value

- The second row displays code used for identification

GYRO COMPASS SELECTED AS EXTERNAL HEADING SENSOR

afpm Bearing from passive sensor

EXTERNAL HEADING SENSOR GYRO COMPASS IS

Note! This display is only available when an external sensor is

Gyro compass bearing without correction, together with active

Latitude for the vessels current position. Value indicated as

NORTH LATITUDE SOUTH LATITUDE

Vessel speed. GPS, Manual, Log or Serial Log may be selected

Rate of turn in /min.

Error codes (up to 4), and error indication.

3.5 Confirming present settings

Speed error correction

80 - 100 - 260 - 280

SPEED ERROR (degrees)

3.6 Pendulum function

Normal compass operation is resumed by opening the closed

3.7 Alarm messages

The example shows that alarm code 2, 3, U, d and 7 were

- The audible alarm will be silenced