GYRO Compass Manual

Operation, Installation and Service Manual
NAVIGAT X MK 1
Digital Gyrocompass Systems

Type 4914-CA, Stock No. 74807 and Type 4914-CC, Stock No. 74811
056343/C, 08 May 2008

Northrop Grumman Sperry Marine B.V. (Representative Office)
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Tel.: +49-40-299 00-0 • Fax: +49-40-299 00-146 • E-mail: service.de@sperry.ngc.com
056343/C NAVIGAT X MK 1
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Revision Record
Rev. Date Remarks

C 08 May 2008 Added new options (AD10 output, alarm mute relay, speed filter).
B 17 Nov 2006 Removed gyrospere installation/service instructions. These are now
contained in separate documents delivered with the respective gyro-
sphere and container.
All information regarding the master PCB refers to the new PCB, stock
no. 20672.
A 18 Jan 2005 initial release.
NAVIGAT X MK 1 056343/C
Safety Instructions
Safety Notice Conventions

The following safety notice conventions are followed throughout this
manual:
DANGER A Danger notice contains an operating or main-

tenance procedure, practice, condition, state-
ment, etc., which, if not strictly observed, will
result in injury or death of personnel.
WARNING A Warning notice contains an operating or

maintenance procedure, practice, condition,
statement, etc., which, if not strictly observed,
could result in injury or death of personnel.
CAUTION A Caution notice contains an operating or main-

tenance procedure, practice, condition, state-
ment, etc., which, if not strictly observed, could
result in damage to, or destruction of equip-
ment.
Note A Note contains an essential operating or main-

tenance procedure, condition or statement,
which is considered important enough to be
highlighted.
Special safety symbols may be used in this

manual to indicate:
Risk of electrical shock.

Used in conjunction with a Danger or Warning
notice.
Electrical components sensitive to electrostatic

discharge.
Used in conjunction with a Caution notice.
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General Safety Information for the Operator
WARNING Never rely on one heading source alone to navigate a vessel.

Always confirm the plausibility of the NAVIGAT X MK 1 heading and the
speed and position input data against all available aids to navigation.
WARNING After a power-up from cold, the NAVIGAT X MK 1 requires a settling time
of three hours before reliable heading data is available.
Power up the system at least three hours before leaving harbour.
Power down the system during long docking periods only.
Make sure that the NAVIGAT X MK 1 has settled before using its heading
as the reference for heading control systems, RADAR, ECDIS, etc.
A magnetic heading source should be made active only in case of failure
of the gyrocompass(es).
WARNING Before using this system, operators must be appropriately trained and
familiar with the operating procedures and safety instructions contained
in this manual.
Keep system manuals in a well-known, readily available location.
CAUTION The supporting fluid in the gyrosphere container will start freezing at
temperatures below 0 °C.
The NAVIGAT X MK 1 may no longer be operated when the ambient tem-
perature at the gyrocompass’ location falls below –10 °C while the com-
pass is in operation or when the ambient temperature falls below 0 °C
while the compass is not in operation.
CAUTION Any service work on the gyrosphere is to be carried out by authorized

service personnel only.
CAUTION Do not clean the compass housing with organic solvents, acetone or any
other substance which could damage or discolour plastic.
Use only soapy water or a mild detergent to clean the compass housing.
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General Safety Information for Service Personnel
DANGER When the compass is energized, the gyrosphere operating voltage of

100 VAC @ 337 Hz is present on the master PCB, the gyrosphere supply
lines, and across the gyrosphere contacts.
When the AC main supply is switched on, live voltages are present at the
line filter and the power transformer’s terminals.
CAUTION The gyrosphere is always to be transported in its carrying box in the orig-
inal transport container.
Do not throw or drop the transport container.
The transport container is to be transported in an upright position only.
Carry the carrying box containing the gyrosphere by hand only and han-
dle it with extreme care. Remove the gyroshpere from the carrying box
only if required for immediate installation.
CAUTION After power-down of the compass system, it may take up to 45 minutes

for the gyroscopes to stop rotating.
During this time, the container must be handled with extreme care.
Should the sphere touch the wall of the container, the momentum of the
rotating gyroscopes will make it topple and damage the center pin.
CAUTION The NAVIGAT X MK 1 contains electrostatic sensitive components.
Electrostatic discharge may permanently damage components.
When servicing the NAVIGAT X MK 1, take precautions to prevent elec-

trostatic discharge. Avoid touching any of the electronic circuitry.
CAUTION It cannot be guaranteed that parameter settings in the User and Setup
menus and the entries made in the Magnetic Compass Calibration table
are left intact when the software is exchanged.
Before exchanging the system software IC, record all parameter settings
to be able to re-enter them manually, if required.
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Contents
Safety Instructions
Safety Notice Conventions........................................................................... i
General Safety Information for the Operator ............................................ ii
General Safety Information for Service Personnel................................... iii
Chapter 1: Introduction
1.1 Design and Main Features........................................................................ 1-1
1.2 Operating Principle ................................................................................... 1-2
1.3 Example System Configurations ............................................................. 1-3
Standalone Gyrocompass/TMC System ................................................. 1-3
Dual NAVIGAT X MK 1 Gyrocompass/TMC System ................................ 1-4
1.4 Technical Data............................................................................................ 1-5
Chapter 2: Operation
2.1 Operating Conditions ............................................................................... 2-1
2.2 Display and Operating Keys ..................................................................... 2-2
Control and Display Unit .......................................................................... 2-2
2.3 External control devices ........................................................................... 2-3
2.4 Power-up Sequence .................................................................................. 2-4
2.5 Selecting the active heading source ....................................................... 2-5
2.6 Adjusting the display brightness............................................................. 2-5
2.7 Optional Functions.................................................................................... 2-6
Muting Alarms Remotely.......................................................................... 2-6
Reversing the Heading Display (180° offset)........................................... 2-6
Resetting/Acknowledging a Central Watch Alarm .................................. 2-6
2.8 Operating Menu ........................................................................................ 2-7
Entering and Quitting the Main Menu..................................................... 2-7
Navigating the Menu ................................................................................ 2-7
Selecting Parameter Settings ................................................................... 2-8
Editing Parameter Values ......................................................................... 2-8
2.9 Selecting a Display Data Page ................................................................. 2-9
2.10 Manual Settings Menu ........................................................................... 2-10
Manual Settings – Overview .................................................................. 2-10
Manual Settings – Parameters ............................................................... 2-12
2.11 User Setup ............................................................................................... 2-16
User Setup – Overview ........................................................................... 2-16
User Setup – Parameters ........................................................................ 2-17
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Chapter 3: Errors and Alarms

3.1 Alarm Indication ........................................................................................ 3-1
Audible Alarm Indication .......................................................................... 3-1
Visual Alarm Indication............................................................................. 3-1
3.2 Acknowledging Alarms/Muting the Audible Alarm............................... 3-2
Alarm Acknowledge .................................................................................. 3-2
Alarm Mute ................................................................................................ 3-2
3.3 Error messages .......................................................................................... 3-3
3.4 Service Info Menu (Service Setup 2) ....................................................... 3-5
Service Setup 2 – Access Code ................................................................ 3-5
Service Setup 2 – Overview ...................................................................... 3-6
Service Setup 2 – Parameters................................................................... 3-7
Chapter 4: Scheduled Maintenance

4.1 Maintenance by Shipboard Personnel .................................................... 4-1
4.2 Gyrosphere Maintenance Specifications ................................................ 4-1
18-Month Maintenance ............................................................................. 4-1
Five-Year Maintenance.............................................................................. 4-2
Chapter 5: Preventive Maintenance

5.1 Protecting the Gyrosphere from Low Temperatures.............................. 5-1
Removing the container from the compass housing ............................. 5-2
Parts, materials and tools required .......................................................... 5-2
Procedure ................................................................................................... 5-2
Re-installing the container in the compass housing .............................. 5-4
Parts, materials and tools required .......................................................... 5-4
Procedure ................................................................................................... 5-4
Power-up function test .............................................................................. 5-6
Procedure ................................................................................................... 5-6
Chapter 6: Installation
6.1 Mechanical Installation............................................................................. 6-1
Installing the Compass Housing .............................................................. 6-1
6.2 Electrical Installation................................................................................. 6-2
AC Supply Power Configuration .............................................................. 6-2
Wiring Up the System............................................................................... 6-2
6.3 Gyrosphere Installation ............................................................................ 6-3
6.4 Initial System Configuration .................................................................... 6-4
6.5 Alignment Error Correction ...................................................................... 6-6
Magnetic Compass Calibration ................................................................ 6-7
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Chapter 7: System Configuration

7.1 Configuration Menu (Service Setup 1).................................................... 7-1
Setup Access Code.................................................................................... 7-1
Service-Setup 1 – Overview ..................................................................... 7-2
Service Setup 1 – Parameters .................................................................. 7-6
7.2 Factory Settings Menu (Technical Pages) ............................................. 7-16
Setup Access Code.................................................................................. 7-16
Technical Pages – Overview ................................................................... 7-16
Technical Pages– Parameters ................................................................. 7-17
Chapter 8: Troubleshooting
8.1 Troubleshooting Instructions ................................................................... 8-1
8.2 Location of Parts on the Master PCB ...................................................... 8-2
Exchangeable Components...................................................................... 8-3
Connectors................................................................................................. 8-3
Test Resistor / Trimpots............................................................................. 8-4
Diagnostic LEDs......................................................................................... 8-4
Chapter 9: Corrective Maintenance

9.1 Exchanging the System Software ........................................................... 9-1
9.2 Replacing Socketed ICs ............................................................................ 9-2
Appendix
A Setup and Configuration Tables
B Drawings
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Chapter 1: Introduction
1.1 Design and Main Features

The NAVIGAT X MK 1 is a microprocessor controlled marine gyrocom-
pass system with integrated automatic North speed error correction.
As a gyrocompass, the system complies with IMO resolutions A.424(IX)

and A.694(17) and with EN ISO 8728.
The HSC-version (stock no. 74811) with a specially selected gyrosphere
also complies with IMO resolution A.821(19).
The rate of turn output of the NAVIGAT X MK 1 complies with IMO reso-
lution A.526(13).
The NAVIGAT X MK 1 has been type approved by the German Federal

Maritime and Hydrographic Agency (BSH), in accordance with the
Marine Equipment Directive (MED) 96/98/EC, as modified by Directive
2002/75/EC.
The single unit design with a polyurethane hard foam housing allows
the gyrocompass to be installed on any bridge. If required, the operating
unit may be installed at a location remote from the compass or an addi-
tional remote operating unit may be used.
The unique method of supporting the gyrosphere by means of mere

buoyancy ensures North stabilisation during short power failures. E.g.,
after a three minute loss of power, no more than two degrees of devia-
tion may be expected. Once power has been restored, the gyrocompass
will return quickly to the correct heading. The combined effects of the
twin rotors and the liquid damping system virtually eliminate latitude
error.
Heading is measured as a 13-bit absolute value with a digital shaft

encoder. The high-speed follow-up system (follow-up speed up to
100°/s) ensures that accurate heading and rate of turn data is provided
under all operating conditions.
Integrated monitoring of the supply powers, gyroscope current and the

follow-up system ensure secure and trouble-free operation.
Design and Main Features 1-1

1.2 Operating Principle

The north-seeking element used in the NAVIGAT X MK 1 system is the
gyrosphere, a hermetically sealed unit with a funnel-shaped recess,
reaching from the outer skin down to its center.
Inside the gyrosphere, two mechanically linked gyroscopes are mounted
with their spin axes horizontal in a carrying frame. The gyroscopes are
allowed to turn around the vertical, but torsion bands effect a defined
rest position, while a mechanical linkage ensures that the resultant spin
vector of the gyros remains stationary relative to the gyrosphere. This
twin gyro arrangement eliminates intercardinal roll error. Once the
gyros have run up to speed, their resultant spin vector, and with it the
sphere, settles in the direction of true North.
Figure 1-1:
The gyrosphere damping trough centering pin
S gyro N gyro
gyro linkage gyrosphere shell
The top of the gyrosphere contains an annular damping trough, half

filled with a viscous fluid. The fluid damps azimuthal oscillations of the
gyroscope system. The oscillation period is tuned to the Schuler period
of 84.4 minutes, so that heading errors during horizontal acceleration
due to changes in speed and/or direction are prevented.
The gyrosphere floats in a supporting fluid inside the gyrosphere con-

tainer. Because the buoyancy of the sphere is a little greater than its
weight, a bearing cup at the bottom of the recess is pressed against the
centering pin and keeps the sphere exactly centered in the container.
In order to make the gyroscope system pendulous, that is, to provide the
gravity controlling moment, the gyrosphere is designed so that its cen-
tre of gravity lies slightly below the centre of bouyancy.
The gyroscopes are in fact squirrel-cage induction motors, which attain

a speed of nearly 20000 rpm at a voltage of 100 VAC @ 337 Hz.
In the Mod. 10/3 container, their supply power is applied through the
electrolytically conducting supporting fluid, via the top and bottom con-
tacts. In the Mod. 10/2 and Mod. 7/2 containers, the power is applied via
the centering pin and the bottom contacts.
A follow-up control circuit keeps the container aligned with the sphere at
all times, thus heading can be derived from the container’s orientation.
While systems with the Mod. 10/3 container employ an optical pickoff to
provide the follow-up control signal, systems with the Mod. 10/2 and
Mod. 7/2 containers use a resistance bridge circuit, formed by the con-
ducting paths from the contact pins in the container, through the sup-
porting fluid and to the equator contact of the gyrosphere.
1-2 Operating Principle

1.3 Example System Configurations
Standalone Gyrocompass/TMC System
As a standalone system, the NAVIGAT X MK 1 provides North-speed

error corrected true heading as well as rate of turn data.
If a fluxgate sensor, type 4863, or an electronic magnetic compass is

installed, the NAVIGAT X MK 1 applies magnetic variation and distrib-
utes magnetic heading data to external equipment (TMC function).
The heading diff. alarm function permits to monitor the difference
between the gyro and magnetic heading sources.
In case of failure of the gyrocompass, the magnetic heading source may
be activated to provide an emergency heading reference for repeaters
and other peripheral equipment.
Figure 1-2:
Standalone
Gyrocompass/TMC
system Ext. Gyrocompass
Serial Repeaters
Magnetic Equipment using

Compass serial input
Equipment using
Position Receiver 6 step/ input
Analogue
Speed Log
R.o.T.
ROT
Indicators
Rudder Angle
Feedback Unit(s)
Nav. Data
Status Signals In Printer
Status Signals Out
Example System Configurations 1-3

Dual NAVIGAT X MK 1 Gyrocompass/TMC System
The system shown in Figure 1-3 below is the standard configuration for
a dual NAVIGAT X MK 1 gyrocompass system.
In addition to the two NAVIGAT X MK 1 compasses, this system com-

prises the NAVITWIN IV heading management system and the Switch-
Over Unit Type 4932.
By selecting the active heading source at the NAVITWIN IV, the operator
determines which compasses’ data is distributed via the Switch-Over
Unit to external equipment, such as heading control systems, RADAR,
compass repeaters etc.
The NAVITWIN’s heading diff. alarm function permits to monitor the dif-
ference between any two of the available heading sources.
The off heading alarm function permits to monitor the difference
between the actual heading from the active source and the set heading
order, as received from a heading control system or entered manually.
Alarms generated locally by a NAVIGAT gyrocompass are indicated and

may be acknowledged at the NAVITWIN IV.
In turn, the NAVITWIN IV transmits system-wide operational settings
and setup parameters to the NAVIGAT gyrocompasses.
The available heading sources, the current source selection and the hdg.
diff. threshold are also indicated at both gyrocompasses.
If a magnetic heading source is installed, the NAVITWIN applies mag-

netic variation and distributes the data to external equipment (TMC
function). In case of failure of the gyrocompasses, the magnetic heading
source may be activated to provide an emergency heading reference for
repeaters and other peripheral equipment.
Figure 1-3: G1 Switch-Over Unit

NAVIGAT Dual
Gyrocompass System G1 Hdg.
G/ M Headings,
RoT, and all other
data/signals
distributed via
G2 Switch-Over Unit
G2 Hdg.
Source Sel.
M Hdg. Status
GYRO
1 246.8
M GYRO
2 246.7
MAGN
Alarm Status
COMP 247.0
(Hdg. Diff, Off Hdg)
NAVITWIN IV
Note A system with one NAVIGAT X MK 1 and one NAVIGAT 2100 fiber-optic
gyrocompass is also possible in an otherwise identical configuration.
1-4 Example System Configurations

1.4 Technical Data
Accuracies
heading:
lin. mean settle point error ≤0.1° secant latitude
static error ≤0.1° secant latitude
dynamic error ≤0.4° secant latitude
deviation after 3 min. power interruption < 2°
rate of turn ≤0.5°/minute
Operational Characteristics
mean setting time < 3h
max. follow-up speed 100°/s
freedom of roll and pitch
- with container Mod. 10 ±40°
- with container Mod. 7 ±90°
MTBF 40 000 h
Environmental Requirements
ambient temperature, operation –10 to +55 °C
ambient temperature, storage –25 to +70 °C
(without supporting fluid)
environmental conditions / EMC in accordance w. IEC 60945
Protection Grade
according to IEC 60529/DIN 40050 IP 23
Magnetic Clearance
to standard magnetic compass 0.6 m
to steering magnetic compass 0.4 m
reduced, to standard magnetic compass 0.3 m
reduced, to steering magnetic compass 0.3 m
Power Supply
supply voltage main: 115/230 VAC, 50/60 Hz;
backup: 24 VDC (18-36 V), includ-
ing automatic switchover to
backup supply in case of main
supply failure
max. ripple content DC supply ±4 Vpp; extreme values may not
exceed 36 V or fall below 18 V
power consumption:
start-up AC: 125 VA; DC: 80 W
operation AC: 75 VA; DC: 45 W
each repeater compass 7W
Technical Data 1-5

Dimensions and Weight

width 404 mm
height 520 mm
depth 420 mm 520
420
404
weight 25 kg approx.
Data Inputs
ext. gyro heading NMEA 0183 / IEC 61162-1
or PLATH protocol
or Lehmkuhl (1200, 2400, 4800 or
9600 Bd.)
magnetic heading NMEA 0183 / IEC 61162-1
or PLATH protocol
or NAVIPILOT
position NMEA 0183 / IEC 61162-1
speed NMEA 0183 / IEC 61162-1
compass monitor NAVITWIN NMEA 0183 / IEC 61162-1
Signal and Status Inputs

magnetic heading, sin., cos. and ref. voltages from
fluxgate sensor Sperry Marine fluxgate sensor
type 4863
speed, 200 pulse/nm connection to P.Gnd via ext. con-
tact, momentary
rudder angle feedback unit 0 – 5 VDC return voltage from
(2x; reads rudder angle for output feedback potentiometer(s)
to NAVIPRINT)
steering mode status (auto/man) connection to P.Gnd via ext. con-
tact, latching
ext. heading reference sel. connection to P.Gnd via ext. con-
(gyro1/gyro2) tact, latching
ext. heading reference sel. connection to P.Gnd via ext. con-
(gyro/mag) tact, latching
ext. alarm acknowledge (mute) connection to P.Gnd via ext. con-
tact, momentary
status input port (log status or connection to P.Gnd via ext. con-
hdg. +180° function) tact, latching
1-6 Technical Data

Data Outputs
serial repeater outputs NMEA 0183
(12x TTL)
sensor data outputs NMEA 0183 / IEC 61162-1
(4x RS-422; 3 available if AD10
output active)
FAST output NMEA 0183 / IEC 61162-1
(1x RS-422) or PLATH protocol
SuperFAST output NMEA 0183 / IEC 61162-1
(2x RS-422; 1 available if AD10 or NMEA 0183 / IEC 61162-2
output active) or PLATH protocol
AD10 heading data output AD10 serial data and clock
NAVITWIN output NMEA 0183 / IEC 61162-1
to ext. gyro / compass monitor
NAVITWIN
NAVIPRINT output serial data to nav. data printer
Signal and Status Outputs

6 step/° output (2 x) 3 phases, switched to 0V potential
if active („minus switching“),
common positive;
internal supply 24 VDC
max. 18 W
(12–70 VDC phase voltage when
ext. power supply is used)
rate of turn, analogue ±0.1–999.9 mV/°/min;
max. 10 V, 10 mA
power failure/general alarm potential-free contact closures,
heading difference alarm each rated
max. ROT exceeded alarm, 30 VDC/1.0 A,
heading source sel. status 100 VDC/0.3 A,
status out to switch-over unit 125 VAC/0.5 A
watch alarm acknowledge
AC power status
DC power status
Technical Data 1-7

1-8 Technical Data

Chapter 2: Operation
2.1 Operating Conditions

The permitted ambient temperature for the operation of the gyrocom-
pass system is -10 – +55 °C.
When the ambient temperature at the gyrocompass’ location falls below

-10 °C while the compass is in operation or when the ambient tempera-
ture falls below 0 °C while the compass is not in operation, the gyro-
sphere container must be removed from the compass housing and
stored in a place where the ambient temperature will not fall below 0 °C.
If no storage place is available where the ambient temperature will not

fall below 0 °C, the gyrosphere must be removed from the gyrosphere
container to prevent possible damage by frozen supporting fluid.
CAUTION The gyrosphere may be removed from the gyrosphere container by

authorized service personnel only.
Operating Conditions 2-1

2.2 Display and Operating Keys
Control and Display Unit
Figure 2-1:
NAVIGAT X MK 1
control and display unit

1

3
2
4
6
5
7
Display
➀ LCD Display: 4x20 character text display

In normal operational mode, shows the available heading sources
and the heading diff. alarm threshold.
In menu mode: displays the currently active op. menu screen
Operating Keys
➁ MENU / F1 key: Calls up the main menu from normal operational

mode. When pressed in menu mode, returns to next higher menu
level.
When pressed simultaneously with the SHIFT key, the F1 function is
executed.
➂ Up () / F2 key: In menu mode, returns from the main menu to nor-
mal operational mode. Within a sub-menu, scrolls up through avail-
able pages on same menu level.
executed.
➃ Down () / F3 key: Calls up the Main Menu from normal operational
mode. Within a sub-menu, scrolls down through available pages on
same menu level.
executed.
➄ SHIFT key: Pressed with other key to call up key’s SHIFT function.
➅ DIM+ / RESET key: Adjust the display brightness.

When pressed simultaneously with the SHIFT key, the RESET function
is executed.
➆ DIM- / ENTER key: Adjust the display brightness.

When pressed simultaneously with the SHIFT key, the ENTER func-
tion is executed.
2-2 Display and Operating Keys

2.3 External control devices

Depending on the installation, external devices may be present which
remotely control certain functions of the NAVIGAT X MK 1:
• An external device may be used to select the “active” source, i.e. the
heading reference to be distributed to compass repeaters, heading
control system, RADAR, ECDIS etc.).
• An external selector switch may be used to reverse the heading
(apply a 180° offset to the heading data), e.g. for operation in double-
ended ferries.
• The audible alarm at the NAVIGAT X MK 1 the may be muted from a
remote device, e.g. a central alarm panel.
External control devices 2-3

2.4 Power-up Sequence

The NAVIGAT X MK 1 is not equipped with a power switch. The gyro-
compass powers up as soon as supply power is applied.
Upon power up, the startup routine is executed:
A startup screen is shown and a system

test sequence is executed.

When the system test has been passed, the

NAVIGAT X MK 1 enters normal operational
mode. The display shows the heading data
! " # from the available compasses and the
heading difference alarm threshold.
The currently active heading source is indi-

cated by an arrow symbol () next to the
source’s name.
WARNING After a power-up from cold, the NAVIGAT X MK 1 requires a settling time
of three hours before reliable heading data is available.
Power up the system at least three hours before leaving harbour.
Power down the system during long docking periods only.
Make sure that the NAVIGAT X MK 1 has settled before using its heading
2-4 Power-up Sequence

2.5 Selecting the active heading source

The operator may select one of the available heading sources as the
“active” source, i.e. the heading reference to be distributed to compass
repeaters, heading control system, RADAR, ECDIS etc.).
Depending on the system configuration, the active heading source is

either selected from the NAVIGAT X MK 1 control and display unit (single
or dual gyrocompass systems) or from an external device such as a
NAVITWIN compass monitor/heading management system, a NAVIPI-
LOT heading control system or an external selector switch.
To change the active heading source from

the control and display unit

! " # Press the selector key next to the desired
source’s heading display.
The selected source is made active.

! " #
Note If the system is configured for source selection from an external device,
selection from the control and display unit is disabled.
The active heading source can be changed in a manual steering mode
only.
In automatic steering modes, source selection is disabled and an error
beep sounds when an attempt is made to change the active source.
WARNING Make sure that the NAVIGAT X MK 1 has settled before using its heading
A magnetic heading source should be made active only in case of failure
of the gyrocompass(es).
2.6 Adjusting the display brightness

The brightness of the display and keypad illumination is adjusted via the
DIM+/DIM- keys:
Press the DIM+ key to increase the illumina-

tion brightness.

Press the DIM- key to reduce the illumina-
! "
tion brightness.
Selecting the active heading source 2-5

2.7 Optional Functions

The following functions may be available if the system is equipped with
the respective external controls and configured accordingly.
Muting Alarms Remotely
On alarm, actuate the mute control at a remote device (e.g. a central

alarm panel). The audible alarm is muted.
Note A remotely muted alarm remains in the pending (unacknowledged) state.

The alarm message is shown on the display until the alarm is acknowl-
edged at the NAVIGAT X MK 1 or the cause of the alarm is eliminated.
Reversing the Heading Display (180° offset)
To reverse the heading display, e.g. for operation on double-ended fer-

ries, activate the 180° offset function at the associated external control.
Note The heading display may be reversed automatically in some installa-

tions, e.g. when control is centrally transferred between fore and aft
steering stands.
Resetting/Acknowledging a Central Watch Alarm
If connected to a central watch alarm facility ('dead man alarm'), the

NAVIGAT X MK 1 will automatically reset the watch alarm timer when-
ever a key is pressed on the unit.
Should a watch alarm be given, pressing any key at the NAVIGAT X MK 1

will acknowledge the alarm and reset the watch alarm timer.
2-6 Optional Functions

2.8 Operating Menu

The data display menu as well as the manual settings, user and service
setup sub-menus are accessed through a multilevel operating menu.
Entering and Quitting the Main Menu
From the normal operational mode,

press the MENU or the Down key to
enter the menu mode.
! " #
The main menu screen opens.
From the main menu screen, press the

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Up key to return to the normal opera-
! % ! tional mode.
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The NAVIGAT X MK 1 returns to nor-
mal operational mode.
Navigating the Menu
In the menu mode, the operator may navigate through the menu using
the F1, F2, F3, Up/Down, Dim+/Dim- and MENU key functions.
Press Shift-F1, Shift-F2 or

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Shift-F3 to go to the respec-
tive sub-menu.
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Arrow symbols (/) at the

right of the window indicate
that further pages are availa-
ble at the same menu level.
$& $
&
& With the Down or Up key,
& scroll to the next or previous
page respectively.
$& $

Press the MENU key to return

$& $

to the next higher menu
level.
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$& $
Operating Menu 2-7

Selecting Parameter Settings
A number of operational and setup parameters are set by selecting the

appropriate option from a list.
Flashing up/down arrow symbols to the right of a parameter setting

indicate that a selection can be made from a list of options:
With the Up/Down keys, select the required

! !' $ (
option.
!' $
Press Shift-ENTER to confirm and store the
selection.
MENU leaves the sub-menu without

changes.
Editing Parameter Values
A number of operational and setup parameters are set by editing a

numerical value.
A flashing box cursor indicates that a parameter’s value is editable:
With the Up/Down keys, edit the character at

!' )*
the current cursor position.
% ' #+',
With the Dim+/Dim- arrow keys, move the
cursor forward/back to edit the next/previ-
ous character.
Press Shift-ENTER to confirm and store the

new value.
MENU leaves the sub-menu without

changes.
2-8 Operating Menu

2.9 Selecting a Display Data Page

The Display Data menu allows the operator to select one out of five
pages to permanently display relevant operational data, instead of the
normal heading display screen.
The selected page is displayed until another page is selected or the Dis-
play Data mode is quit.
From the Main Menu, press

#
SHIFT - F1 to go to the Display
# Data sub-menu.
#
With the Up/Down keys, select

the required page to display
The following data pages are

available:

• True heading (own gyro
heading);

Rate of turn;
Correction mode and value.
• Magnetic comp. heading;
Magnetic variation.

• Position Mode;
Latitude

Longitude (in auto mode).
• Speed Mode;

Actual speed value
! Speed value used for speed
! error correction.
• Date (DD.MM.YY);
Time (hh.mm).

"
Selecting a Display Data Page 2-9

2.10 Manual Settings Menu

The Manual Settings menu provides access to settings which the opera-
tor may need to alter more or less frequently during normal operation.
Note In case a NAVITWIN compass monitor / heading management system is

installed, the manual settings must be entered at the NAVITWIN.
The NAVITWIN will overwrite any manual settings entered locally at the
NAVIGAT X MK 1 control and display unit.
Manual Settings – Overview
Figure 2-2:

Manual Settings SPEED/LATITUDE speed/latitude input settings

SPEED/LAT MODE
SPEED MODE
AUTO
MAN
POSIT MODE
AUTO
MAN
SPEED/LAT SET
man. speed value: 0.0 – 99.9 kts.
man. lat. value: 99:99.99 N – 99:99.99 S
HDG. DIFF. ALARM heading difference alarm threshold

BETWEEN
GY1 / GY2
GY1 / MAG
GY2 / MAG
OFF
alarm threshold: 0 – 99˚
MAGNETIC VARIATION mag. variation input settings

MODE
AUTO
MAN
man. variation value: 99.9˚ W – 99.9˚ E
contd. on next page
2-10 Manual Settings Menu

Figure 2-3: contd. from previous page

Manual Settings
(cont.d)

NORTH SP. ERR. CORR north speed error correction

ON
OFF
SET. NAVIPRINT nav. data printer settings

NAVIPRINT
ON
OFF
PAP. SPEED
60 mm
150 mm
600 mm
HDG
±30˚
±180˚
RUDDER
±9˚
±45˚
±70˚
OFF
SETTINGS ROT rate of turn time constant

TIME CONST. ROT
damping time constant: 0.0 – 10.0 s
MAX. VALUE ROT
ROT alarm threshold: 0 – 9999 ˚/min
Manual Settings Menu 2-11

Manual Settings – Parameters
Speed/Latitude
Speed/Lat Mode
Selects the speed and position input modes.
Speed Mode
Selects the speed input mode.
Settings: AUTO
Speed data is read automatically from the serial data or the
200 pulse/nm input
MAN
The actual speed value is entered manually
Posit Mode
Selects the position input mode.
Settings: AUTO
Position data is read automatically from the serial data input
MAN
The actual position is entered manually
Speed/Lat Set
Sets the manual input values for the speed and latitude.
Values: speed: 0.0 – 99.9 kn

latitude: 90°00.00’ N – 90°00.00’ S

Hdg. Diff. Alarm
Sets the manual input values for the speed and latitude.
Between
Selects the heading sources to monitor.
Settings: GY1/GY2
Monitor difference between gyros 1 and 2
GY1/MAG
Monitor difference between gyro 1 and magnetic hdg.
GY2/MAG
Monitor difference between gyro 2and magnetic hdg.
OFF
Hdg. diff monitoring is disabled
Alarm threshold
Sets the alarm threshold value.
Value: 0 – 99°
Magnetic Variation
Sets the magnetic variation input parameters.
Mode
Selects the magnetic variation input mode.
Settings: AUTO
Mag. variation data is read automatically
MAN
The actual mag. variation value is entered manually
Manual Value
Sets the manual input value for mag. variation.
Value: 99.9° W – 99.9° E
North Sp. Err. Corr.
Selects the North speed error correction mode.
Settings: ON
Automatic North speed error correction is enabled.
OFF
Automatic North speed error correction is disabled.

Set. NAVIPRINT
Sets the operating parameters for the NAVIPRINT nav. data printer.
NAVIPRINT
Turns printing on and off.
Settings: ON
Activate output to printer
OFF
No output to printer
Pap. speed
Sets the paper feed speed.
Settings: 60 mm
print at 60 mm/h (1 cm = 10 min.).
150 mm
print at 150 mm/h (1 cm = 4 min.)
600 mm
print at 600 mm/h (1 cm = 1 min.)
Hdg.
Sets the scaling of the heading graph.
Settings: ±30
scale to show 30° to the left and to the right from the graph’s
centre (current print position shifts to centre when graph
reaches margin)
±180°
scale to show 180° to the left and to the right from the
graph’s centre (current print position shifts to the centre
when graph reaches margin)
Rudder
Sets the scaling of the rudder angle graph.
Settings: ±9°
scale to show 9° to the left and to the right from the graph’s
centre. This setting provides a high-resolution recording of
small rudder movements and is useful for monitoring e.g.
the steering behaviour of an autopilot.
±45°
scale to show ±45°. Standard setting for ±45° steering gears.
±70°
scale to show ±70°. Standard setting for ±70° steering gears.
OFF
do not print rudder angle graph. Required setting if no rud-
der angle feedback unit is connected to the compass.

Settings ROT
Sets the rate of turn input parameters.
Time constant ROT

Sets the damping time constant for the analogue rate of turn output.
The larger the time constant, the less short-time fluctuations will be
present in the analogue rate of turn output voltage.
Value: 0.0 – 10.0 s
Max. value ROT

Sets the alarm threshold for the “Max. Rate of Turn exceeded” alarm.
Value: 0.0 – 6000 °/min.

2.11 User Setup

The User Setup menu provides access to settings which the operator
may need to alter occasionally.
User Setup – Overview
Figure 2-4:

User Setup DATE/TIME input date/time

MODE
AUTO
MAN
DATE
dd.mm.yy (day.month.year)
TIME
hh:mm (hours:minutes)
SOFTWARE VERSION software version info

master board: nn.n
display board: nn.n
MAG. C. CAL.TABLE magnetic compass

calibration table
MAG. C. CAL.TABLE
ON
OFF
ENTER VALUES (F1)
entry #: 0 – 49
hdg. display: 0.0 – 359.9˚
corr.value: -99.9 – +99.9˚
2-16 User Setup

User Setup – Parameters
Date & Time
Sets the date and time input parameters.
Mode
Selects the date and time input mode.
Settings: AUTO
Date/time are read automatically from the serial data input
MAN
The current date and time are entered manually
Man. Date
Sets the current date manually.
Value: DD.MM.YY (current date in format day.month.year)
Man. Time
Sets the current time manually.
Value: hh:mm (current time in format hours:minutes)
Note If manual input is used, date and time must be set after each power-up.
Software Version
Displays the master and display board software version info.
Settings: none
The software version sub-menu is read-only.
Mag. C. Cal. Table
Sets the parameters for the magnetic compass calibration table.
Mag. C. Cal. Table

Switches the automatic magnetic heading correction on or off.
Settings: ON
Automatic correction is enabled
OFF
Automatic correction is disabled
Enter Values
Enters the correction values into the magn. calibration table.
Values: max. 50 pairs of heading and correction values
User Setup 2-17

2-18 User Setup

Chapter 3: Errors and Alarms
3.1 Alarm Indication
Audible Alarm Indication
Single Beep: Invalid Action
A single short beep indicates that the operator attempted to

carry out an invalid action.
This is the case, e.g. if the operator tries to change the heading
reference in an automatic steering mode or to activate a head-
ing source from which no valid data is received.
Continuous Beeping: Pending Alarm
Continuous on-off beeping indicates that a pending (unac-

knowledged) alarm is present.
Simultaneously, an alarm message is displayed.
Visual Alarm Indication
In case of a pending alarm, an alarm message is shown on the display

which specifies the type of alarm present.
Figure 3-1:
Alarm message
(gyro failure)
The message remains on the screen until the operator acknowledges the
alarm or the cause of the alarm is no longer present.
Alarm Indication 3-1

3.2 Acknowledging Alarms/Muting the Audible Alarm
Alarm Acknowledge
To acknowledge a pending alarm at the NAVIGAT X MK 1:
Press Shift-F1.

The alarm message is cleared and the audible
alarm is muted.

As long as the cause of the alarm is present, the

alarm remains “active”. The currently active
alarms may be viewed in the error list in the
Service Setup 2.

!"
!#$
%"
Note When an alarm has been acknowledged, the ext. alarm status output
remains active until the cause of the alarm is eliminated.
When the cause of an alarm is eliminated, the alarm is acknowledged
automatically and the alarm status is cleared.
The NAVIGAT X MK 1 does not keep a history of past (inactive) alarms.
Alarm Mute
To mute the audible alarm at the NAVIGAT X MK 1:
Press Shift-Reset.

The audible alarm indication is muted.

The visible alarm indication is not cleared and
the alarm remains in the pending state until it is
acknowledged by the operator.

3-2 Acknowledging Alarms/Muting the Audible Alarm

3.3 Error messages

The following table lists the error messages which may appear on the
display and in the error list when a system alarm is active.
Table 3-1:
Message on Message in Cause Corrective
error messages
Display Error List Action
GYRO N FAILURE GYRO The system can- If failed gyro is
FAILURE N not provide active hdg.
(N = own gyro gyro heading. source, activate
ID) Possible causes another source,
are defects of if available.
the gyrosphere, Restart the
the follow-up gyrocompass
system or the system. If the
shaft encoder, error persists,
or a defect of call an author-
the hard- or ized Sperry
software on the Marine service
master PCB. station.
GYRO N FAILURE GYRO Loss of data If failed gyro is
FAILURE N from ext. gyro active hdg.
(N = ext. gyro ID) heading source. source, activate
another source,
if available.
Check ext. gyro
heading source
and interface.
MAGN. FAILURE Loss of mag- Check mag-
COMPASS MAGN. netic heading netic heading
ERROR data from ext. source and
source. interface.
MAGN.VAR. MAGN.VAR. Loss of magn. Check magnetic
INVALID INVALID variation data variation source
(if automatic and interface.
input active)
SPEED FAILURE SPEED Loss of speed Check speed
ERROR data from ext. data source and
source. interface.
SPEED INVALID SPEED INVALID Actual speed Check speed
outside of valid data source and
speed range; interface.
invalid speed Check current
will not be used speed filter
for North speed parameters in
error correction Service Setup.
If required,
increase valid
speed range
and/or increase
filter time con-
stant.
Error messages 3-3

Message on Message in Cause Corrective

Display Error List Action
POSITION FAILURE POS. Loss of position Check position
ERROR data from ext. data source and
source. interface.
HEADING HEAD. DIFF The monitored Check heading
DIFF. ALARM ALARM heading sources to
sources differ determine
by more than cause of the dif-
the set alarm ference.
threshold.
MAX ROT MAX ROT Max. Rate of Prevent vessel
EXCEEDED EXCEEDED Turn alarm from turning
threshold too fast or
exceeded. increase thresh-
Alarm reminds old if unwanted
the operator not alarms are
to exceed pre- given.
set threshold
during turns.
FAILURE AC FAILURE AC Loss of power Check AC main
SUPPLY SUPPLY from main sup- power supply.
ply.
FAILURE DC FAILURE DC Loss of power Check DC
SUPPLY SUPPLY from backup backup power
supply. supply.
RECOM- OPERATION Alarm given at Acknowledge
MENDED TIME power-up if alarm. System
ANNUAL MAIN- more than 18 will power-up
TENANCE DUE! months have normally. To
(see manual) passed since ensure trouble-
last gyrosphere free operation,
maintenance it is highly rec-
ommended to
have mainte-
nance carried
out every 18
months.
NT COM FAULT NT COM FAULT Loss of input Check
data from com- NAVITWIN and
pass monitor interface
NAVITWIN
3-4 Error messages

3.4 Service Info Menu (Service Setup 2)

The Service Setup 2 provides access to system status information which
is used during installation and for troubleshooting errors.
Furthermore, an option is provided to reset the system without cycling
the power (warm start).
Service Setup 2 – Access Code
To prevent inadvertent or unauthorized changes to the system configu-

ration, all service setup menus are protected by access codes.
To access the Service Setup 2:

Call up the Main Menu

Press Shift-F2 to select "Service Setup".

When prompted for the setup code:
### Enter code "610 "
Press Shift-ENTER to confirm the code.

The Service Setup 2 sub-menu opens.

Service Info Menu (Service Setup 2) 3-5

Service Setup 2 – Overview
Figure 3-2:

Service Setup 2 GYROSPHERE DATA gyrosphere operational data

TEMPERATURE: gyrosphere ambient temperature
PH. BRIDGE: phase bridge voltage
GYRO CURR.: gyrosphere current
OP. TIME COUNTER operation time counter

operation time since last gyroshpere service (hours)
DATA LIST list of operational data

not implemented in current software release

ERROR LIST list of active errors

error messages
number of errors
RESET MK 1 system reset (warm start)

initiate system reset
3-6 Service Info Menu (Service Setup 2)

Service Setup 2 – Parameters
Gyrosphere Data
Displays the gyrosphere operating data.
Displays: Temperature
The ambient temperature around the gyrosphere container.
Ph. Bridge
The follow-up circuit phase bridge voltage.
Gyro Curr.
The gyrosphere current.
Op. Time Counter
Displays the gyrosphere operation time counter.
Displays: Operation time in hours since last gyrosphere maintenance.

The operation time counter is reset to zero by field service
personnel during gyrosphere maintenance.
Data List
The Data List is not implemented in the current software version.
Error List
Displays the currently active system alarms.
Displays: Error messages

The display alternates through the message texts of all
active alarms. If no errors are present, "No Errors" is dis-
played.
No. of errors
Displays the total number of active errors.
Reset MK 1
Initiates a system resets (warm start).

The warm start is equivalent to powering the system down and up
again, except that the power is not cycled.
Service Info Menu (Service Setup 2) 3-7

3-8 Service Info Menu (Service Setup 2)

Chapter 4: Scheduled Maintenance
4.1 Maintenance by Shipboard Personnel

For maintenance work to be carried out by shipboard personnel, no set
maintenance schedule is required.
The display front plate and the compass housing should be kept clean
and a regular visual inspection of cables and connectors should be car-
ried out to detect any signs of damage or deterioration.
CAUTION Do not clean the compass with organic solvents, acetone or any other
substance which could damage or discolour plastic.
Use only water and soap or a mild detergent to clean the compass.
4.2 Gyrosphere Maintenance Specifications

The gyrosphere is the only component of the NAVIGAT X MK 1 which
requires regular maintenance.
CAUTION Scheduled maintenance or service work on the gyrosphere is to be car-

ried out by authorized service personnel only.
18-Month Maintenance
Sperry Marine recommends to have a regular gyrosphere maintenance

carried out by authorized service personnel every 18 months. During the
18-month maintenance, the gyrosphere and the inner surface of the con-
tainer are cleaned and all fluids are renewed. If necessary, the centering
pin is exchanged.
Note If more than 18 months have passed since the last gyrosphere mainte-
nance, a reminder message is displayed every time the gyrocompass is
powered up.
This message indicates no malfunction but is intended to remind the
operator that the recommended maintenance interval has been
exceeded.
When the reminder message is acknowledged, the gyrocompass will
power-up and commence normal operation. During the gyrosphere
maintenance, the gyrosphere operation time counter is reset.
Maintenance by Shipboard Personnel 4-1

Five-Year Maintenance
To ensure continued trouble-free operation and to minimize the risk of

failure, Sperry Marine recommends that every five years, the gyro-
sphere and the centring pin are exchanged by authorized service per-
sonnel.
Note The five-year exchange interval for the gyrosphere is to be regarded as a

recommendation only. Under normal conditions, the gyrosphere is able
to operate flawlessly over a considerably longer period of time.
4-2 Gyrosphere Maintenance Specifications

Chapter 5: Preventive Maintenance
5.1 Protecting the Gyrosphere from Low Temperatures

The permitted ambient temperature for the operation of the gyrocom-
pass system is –10 to +55 °C.
When the ambient temperature at the gyrocompass' location falls below

–10 °C while the compass is in operation or when the ambient tempera-
ture falls below 0 °C while the compass is not in operation, the gyro-
sphere container must be removed from the compass housing and
stored in a place where the ambient temperature will not fall below 0 °C.
If no such storage place is available, the gyrosphere must be removed

from the gyrosphere container to prevent possible damage by frozen
supporting fluid.
Removal and storage of the container as a whole (with the gyrosphere

installed), as well as later re-installation of the container may be carried
out by shipboard personnel.
Removal of the gyrosphere from the container and re-installation of the

sphere into the container may be carried out by authorized service per-
sonnel only.
Protecting the Gyrosphere from Low Temperatures 5-1

Removing the container from the compass housing

lines, and across the gyrosphere contacts.
Before removing the gyrosphere container, make sure the main and
backup power supplies to the compass are switched off and safe-
guarded against accidental switching-on.
CAUTION After power-down of the compass system, it may take up to 45 minutes

for the gyroscopes to stop rotating.
During this time, the container must be handled with extreme care.
Should the sphere touch the wall of the container, the momentum of the
rotating gyroscopes will make it topple and damage the center pin.
When the container is temporarily stored away with the gyrosphere

installed, pack it into its original transport box or another suitable outer
package and make sure that:
- the container is stored in an upright position,
- the temperature at the storage location cannot fall below 0°C,
- the container is not moved, tilted or subjected to shock.
Parts, materials and tools required
• a 5mm hex key

• a No. 2 Philips-head screwdriver
Procedure1
1. Unscrew the 5 mm hex-head screws of the compass housing door

and take off the door from the housing
2. Disconnect the grounding strap between door and housing. Place
the door aside. If the door is put next to the housing, the keypad
cable may be left connected to the master PCB.
3. Unplug the gyrosphere supply and

pickoff connector from its socket
on the pickoff PCB.
1. Illustrations show the Mod. 10/3 gyrosphere container. All instructions

equally apply to the Mod. 10/2 and Mod. 7/2 containers.
5-2 Protecting the Gyrosphere from Low Temperatures

4. Turn the bellows, until the largest

of the three coupling seats in the
bayonet collar points towards the
front of the housing.
The seat is marked by a green dot
on the collar.
5. Put both hands around the con-
tainer and lift it up, so that the cou-
pling tongues disengage from
their seats in the bayonet.
6. While supporting the container

with both palms, put the thumbs
on the rim of the collar, pull down
on it and turn it to the left
7. Gently lower the container. The

coupling tongues slide down in
the grooves of the bayonet and the
container is released from the col-
lar.
8. Carefully remove the container from the housing and take it to its
storage location.
9. At the storage location, carefully place the container into its original
transport box or another suitable outer package.
10. Clearly label the packaged container and store it safely in an upright
position, making sure that it cannot be moved, tilted or subjected to
shock.
11. Put the door in front of the housing and reconnect the grounding
strap.
12. Fit the door back on the housing and tighten the retaining screws.
13. Take the necessary precautions to make sure that the compasses
main and backup power supplies remain switched off while the con-
tainer is not installed.

Re-installing the container in the compass housing

lines and across the gyrosphere contacts.
Before installing the gyrosphere container, make sure the main and
backup power supplies to the compass are switched off and safe-
Parts, materials and tools required
• a 5mm hex key

• a No. 2 Philips-head screwdriver
Procedure1
1. At the storage place, carefully unpack the gyrosphere container and

take it to the compass’ location.
2. Unscrew the 5 mm hex-head screws of the compass housing door
and take off the door from the housing
3. Disconnect the grounding strap between door and housing. Place
the door aside. If the door is put next to the housing, the keypad
cable may be left connected to the master PCB.
4. Gently turn the bellows, until the largest of the three coupling seats
in the bayonet collar points towards the front of the housing. The
seat is marked by a green dot on the collar.
5. Place the gyrosphere container

into the compass housing with the
largest of the three coupling
tongues located directly below the
groove in the collar. The tongue is
marked by a green dot on the con-
tainer
6. Put both hands around the con-
tainer and lift it into the collar, so
that the coupling tongues slide
into the corresponding grooves in
the bayonet.
7. While supporting the container

with both palms, put the thumbs
on the rim of the collar, pull down
on it and turn it to the right
1. Illustrations show the Mod. 10/3 gyrosphere container. All instructions

equally apply to the Mod. 10/2 and Mod. 7/2 containers.

8. Gently lower the container. The

coupling tongues engage into their
seats in the bayonet and the con-
tainer locks in place by its own
weight.
9. Plug the gyrosphere supply and

pickoff connector into its socket on
the gyrosphere container.
10. Check that the gyrosphere con-
tainer turns freely around the verti-
cal.
11. Put the door in front of the housing, so that the keys can be oper-
ated. If the keypad or display has been disconnected during gyro-
sphere installation, reconnect it.
12. The compass is now ready to be put into operation.
Leave the housing door open to observe the settling of the gyro-
sphere and proceed now with the power-up function test.

Power-up function test
To verify the correct operation of the re-installed gyrosphere, the settling

behaviour of the compass is to be observed.

lines and across the gyrosphere contacts.
When operating the compass while the housing is open, do not touch
the master PCB, the connecting cables to the gyrosphere container or
any conductive components on the container.
Procedure
1. Power up the compass system.

A startup screen is shown and a system

test sequence is executed.
&
When the system test has been passed,

!"
!'"
the compass enters normal operational
!#$" mode. The display shows the heading
%" data from the available compasses and
the heading difference alarm threshold.
In case of a first-time installation where the basic configuration has

not been carried out yet, alarms will be given at this point.
Alarms caused by missing input data or an incomplete system con-
figuration may be safely acknowledged to continue with the power-
up function test.
CAUTION Should a „GYRO FAILURE“ alarm be given at power-up, the compass is

not working properly.
De-energize the system and visually check the connections to the gyro-
sphere, the follow-up step motor and the shaft encoder.
If the failure reoccurs when the compass is powered-up again, the instal-
lation has not been carried out correctly or the gyrosphere is defective.
2. Observe the settling of the gyrosphere:

– The gyro motors will create a spinning noise which slowly but
constantly rises in pitch until the rotors reach their final speed.
– The follow-up system will turn the container quickly around the
gyrosphere until the optical pickoff “locks” onto the motion of
the sphere. From then on, the container will engage in a slow
oscillatory motion around the vertical, following the motion of
the sphere.
– The amplitude and speed of this motion will steadily decrease
until the sphere finally settles.

3. During the settling phase, periodically call up the gyrosphere data

sub-menu from the Service Setup 2 (code 610), to observe the gyro-
sphere current:
Directly after power-up, the gyro-

' "
sphere current should not exceed
# ( 550 mA. The current will gradually
' ( fall while the gyrosphere settles.
Within 45 minutes after power-up,

' "
the gyrosphere current must have
# ( dropped below 300 mA.
' (
If 45 minutes after power-up, a gyrosphere current above 300 mA is

displayed in the gyrosphere data sub-menu, the value should be
confirmed by measuring directly at the 1Ω gyro current test resistor
on the master PCB.
The AC-voltage in mA across the test resistor equals the gyrosphere
current in mA.
CAUTION If 45 minutes after power-up, the gyrosphere current has not dropped
below 300 mA, the gyrosphere is not working properly.
If visual inspection reveals no obvious cause of malfunction, the gyro-
sphere is to be regarded defective and must be replaced.
4. After a settling time of at least 4 hours, verify that the compass has
settled to the correct heading:
Note To verify the compass’ heading, the actual true heading of the vessel
should be known with an accuracy of ±0.1°.


Chapter 6: Installation
6.1 Mechanical Installation

The NAVIGAT X MK 1 gyrocompass system comprises the compass
housing complete with installed base plate assembly and master PCB,
the gyrosphere container, the gyrosphere and the installation and
replacement parts kit.
The gyrosphere is contained in a carrying box, which is packed in a

transport container. This transport container is completely suitable for
transport by air, sea, rail and road.
CAUTION The gyrosphere is always to be transported in its carrying box in the orig-
inal transport container.
Do not throw or drop the transport container.
The transport container is to be transported in an upright position only.
Until installation, the carrying box containing the gyrosphere is to be

stored in its original transport container. Upon installation, the carrying
box with the gyrosphere is to be removed from the transport container
and is to be carried by hand directly to the place of installation.
CAUTION Carry the carrying box containing the gyrosphere by hand only and han-
dle it with extreme care. Remove the gyroshpere from the carrying box
only if required for immediate installation.
Installing the Compass Housing
The compass housing is to be attached to a level surface, e.g. a floor or

console base by means of six M10 bolts or welding studs (to be supplied
by the shipyard). At the location of the compass, proper ventilation must
be ensured and sufficient space provided for the housing to be opened
and maintenance work to be carried out.
For the amount of space required, the attachment points and the posi-
tion of the cable inlets, refer to dimension drawing 4914-0112-02.
In the horizontal plane, the compass may be installed at any angle with
respect to the vessel‘s longitudinal axis.
Alignment error (i.e. the angle between the compass‘ and the vessel‘s
longitudinal axis) is corrected electronically by setting the alignment
error correction value in the Service Setup 1.
Mechanical Installation 6-1

6.2 Electrical Installation
AC Supply Power Configuration
DANGER When the AC main supply is switched on, live voltages are present at the
When the compass is energized (main and/or backup supply present),
the gyrosphere operating voltage of 100 VAC @ 337 Hz is present on the
master PCB, the gyrosphere supply lines and across the gyrosphere con-
tacts.
When configuring the system for the vessel’s AC supply voltage, make
sure the compass' main and backup power supplies are switched off and
safeguarded against accidental switching-on.
The NAVIGAT X MK 1 is delivered prewired for connection to 230VAC.

A wire link connects transformer terminal 5 to terminal 6.
If the system is required to operate on 115 VAC, wire links must be

installed to link terminal 4 to terminal 6 and terminal 5 to terminal 7.
To gain access to the transformer, the master PCB and the baseplate
must be temporarily removed.
Figure 6-1:
AC supply power
configuration links
9
8 115 VAC
7
6
5
4 230 VAC
3
2
1
Wiring Up the System
DANGER When the AC main supply is switched on, live voltages are present at the
When the compass is energized (main and/or backup supply present),
tacts.
When wiring up the system, make sure the compass' main and backup
power supplies are switched off and safeguarded against accidental
switching-on.
Wire up the system according to the connection diagrams and other rel-
evant documents provided.
6-2 Electrical Installation

If installation-specific connection diagrams have been provided for a

given system, these supersede any connection information contained in
standard connection diagrams.
Ship's cables are directly connected to screw-down terminals on the

master PCB.
Insert the ship's cables through the inlets at the sides of the compass
housing. Remove the outer cable covers, draw back the cable shields
and fasten the cables with clamps or tie-wraps to the threaded studs of
the inlet plates. Refer to dimension drawing 4914-0112-02.
Keep all wires running inside the housing as short as possible. Avoid to
run wires from one side of the housing to the other. Route wires con-
necting to TB1 – TB4 through the inlets on the left hand side of the hous-
ing and wires connecting to TB5 – TB7 through the inlets on the right
hand side.
6.3 Gyrosphere Installation

When the compass housing has been mounted and the system is wired
up so far that supply power is available, works should continue with the
installation of the gyrosphere into the gyrosphere container and the
mounting of the assembled container in the compass.
Alternatively, the installer may wire up the system completely and carry
out the initial system configuration before the gyrosphere is installed.
The gyrosphere installation and service instructions are contained in a

separate document delivered with the gyrosphere.
CAUTION The gyrosphere may be installed by authorized service personnel only.
Gyrosphere Installation 6-3

6.4 Initial System Configuration

To make the system fully functional, the configuration parameters need
to be set to the required values in the Service Setup 1. Additionally, the
applicable standard operational settings should be entered in the Man-
ual Settings menu.
If a magnetic heading source is connected to the NAVIGAT X MK 1, the

magnetic compass calibration procedure should be carried out during a
sea trial, as described under "Magnetic Compass Calibration" below6.5.
To configure the system:
1. Check that the wiring has been carried out completely. All devices
connected to data or signal in- and outputs should be operative.
DANGER When the compass is energized (main and/or backup supply present),
tacts.
2. Energize the system at the vessel's switch and fuse unit.

A startup message is displayed and the initial selftest is executed.
Note If the initial system configuration is carried out before the installation of
the gyrosphere, the system will raise a „gyro failure“ alarm at power-up.
The alarm may be safely acknowledged at this point to continue with the
initial configuration.
3. Go to the Service Setup 1.

4. Select the required system type and heading reference selection set-
tings.
5. In dual or triple gyro systems, assign the required compass ID.
6. Select the required data formats for all devices connected to the data
inputs. In G or GG type systems, disable the magnetic heading input,
in G or GM type systems, disable the ext. gyro input.
7. Select the required data output formats and IEC 61162/NMEA proto-
col standard setting.
8. Check that the min./max. limits for the speed filter are well outside
the possible range of the vessel’s operating speed. In high-speed
craft, the max. speed value will have to be increased.
9. If required, set the parameters for the analogue rate of turn output,
the status in- and outputs and the rudder angle feedback inputs.
Note Do not change the factory-set shaft correction angle in the Service Setup
1. The alignment error correction may be set to an approximate value at
this point. The existing alignment error, however, must later be deter-
mined exactly and corrected as required.
6-4 Initial System Configuration

To finalize the installation:
1. Set the operational parameters the Manual Settings menu to suita-

ble values. Wherever possible, automatic data input should be
selected in preference of manual input.
2. Enter the current date and time in the User Setup menu.
3. After configuration, function-check the system with all connected
equipment in operation. Use the test mode in the Service Setup 1 to
check the heading output to serial and 6 step/° repeaters and the ana-
logue rate of turn output. The test mode is functional even if the
gyrosphere is not yet installed.
4. If not yet installed, the gyrosphere must now be installed and the
proper function of the compass verified.
5. To bring the gyrocompass system into working order, the existing
alignment error must now be determined exactly and the error cor-
rection applied as described under "Alignment Error Correction"
below6.5.
6. If required, determine the correction values for the magnetic head-
ing and enter the magnetic compass calibration table as described
under "Magnetic Compass Calibration" below6.5.
Initial System Configuration 6-5

6.5 Alignment Error Correction

In order to obtain correct heading data, the existing alignment error (i.e.
the angular difference between the compass orientation and the vessel's
fore-and-aft axis) must be determined and the required correction
applied. Alignment error is 0° if the sides of the compass housing run
exactly parallel to the vessel‘s longitudinal axis and the back of the
housing points dead ahead. The alignment error correction is carried out
electronically by setting the correction value in the Service Setup 1.
vessel's fore-and-aft axis
compass orientation
alignment error
To carry out the alignment error correction:
1. Determine the existing alignment error by comparing the compass

heading with the vessel's true heading. The true heading must be
known to an accuracy of at least 0.5°.
CAUTION The compass must have been in continuous operation for at least 4 hours
before the alignment error can be determined accurately.
If bearing repeaters are used to determine the true heading, these must
be properly aligned to the vessel's fore-and-aft axis.
2. In the Service Setup 1, select the align error correction sub-menu.

3. Enter the required correction

value. The correction value
)####" equals the alignment error with
the sign reversed.
Example:
The vessel’s true heading is
123.0°, the compass displays
123.4°, the alignment error is
therefore 0.4°, thus, the required
correction range is –179.9 to
180.0°.
Note After correction of the alignment error, the compass is to display the ves-
sel's true heading to an accuracy of at least 0.5°.
6-6 Alignment Error Correction

Magnetic Compass Calibration
Ideally, the magnetic heading displayed at the NAVIGAT X MK 1 would

exactly match the indication of the steering magnetic compass (at a
mag. variation of 0.0°).
In practice, however, deviations will occur between the steering mag-
netic compass heading and the heading data transmitted by a fluxgate
sensor or an electronic compass, as displayed at the NAVIGAT X MK 1.
The NAVIGAT X MK 1 automatically corrects such deviations if a calibra-

tion table has been stored and calibration is activated in the User Setup.
Note If magnetic heading is received from an already calibrated source, such

as a NAVITWIN, NAVIPILOT or a self-calibrating electronic compass, cal-
ibration at the NAVIGAT X MK 1 is not required and must be disabled.
CAUTION The magnetic heading calibration corrects deviations due to the com-
bined effects of the magnetic environment, the particular sensor being
used and the receiving circuitry on the master PCB.
Therefore, a new calibration must be carried out when:
- the steering magnetic compass is exchanged or newly adjusted,
- the magnetic heading sensor is exchanged and,
- if a fluxgate sensor is used, when the master PCB is exchanged.
It is strongly disapproved to use a true heading source, e.g. a gyrocom-

pass, as the calibration reference.
Also, it should not be attempted to correct residual deviations of a prop-
erly adjusted magnetic compass by means of the calibration table.
Calibration Procedure
The magnetic heading calibration is a two-step procedure.
First, the existing deviations between the indication of the steering mag-
netic compass and the magnetic heading displayed at the
NAVIGAT X MK 1 are determined. This requires that the vessel is swung
very slowly through a full circle so that for each 10° of magnetic com-
pass heading (0, 10, ..., 350°) the corresponding display value is
obtained.
Then, the resultant correction values are calculated and entered in the
magnetic heading calibration table at the NAVIGAT X MK 1. The calibra-
tion table stores up to 50 entries (’cal. no.s’), each of which assigns a
correction value to a given magnetic heading (0, 10, ..., 350°).
CAUTION The magnetic compass used as the calibration reference must be prop-
erly installed and adjusted.
The procedure should be carried out in calm seas only.
Alignment Error Correction 6-7

Determining magnetic heading correction values
1. Make sure that the magnetic variation is set to 0.0° in the Manual
Settings menu.
2. Make sure that the calibration is disabled (setting ’OFF’ selected in
the User Setup / Magn. Cal. Tab.)
3. Select a manual steering mode.
4. Commence a continuous, very slow and steady turn. The vessel
must be swung through one full circle (360°) at least.
5. While the vessel is turning, com-

!" pare the indication at the steer-
!'"
!#$"
ing magnetic compass with the
%" magnetic heading values shown
on the NAVIGAT X MK 1 display.
At every full 10° of steering
magnetic compass heading (0°,
10°, ... , 350°), note the display
value.
Mag. HDG
Mag. Compass
Heading
Display
(uncalibrated)
Correction
Value 6. Enter the observed display val-
0 ues in the magnetic heading cal-
10 ibration table (blank form
included in the appendix of this
manual).
7. Calculate the required correc-

Mag. Compass
Heading
Mag. Hdg.
Display
Correction
Value
tion value for each heading
(uncalibrated)
0
value.
10 The correction value is the offset
which must be applied to a
given display value in order to
obtain the steering magnetic
mag. compass hdg. compass heading.
– mag. hdg. display
Example:
= correction value steering magnetic compass
heading = 0°,
display value = 0,8°,
Mag. Hdg.
correction value = –0,8°.
Mag. Compass Correction
Display
Heading Value
(uncalibrated)
0˚
10˚

Storing the magnetic heading calibration table
1. Call up the User Setup and go to the ’Magn Cal Tab’ sub-menu.
Press Shift-F1. (’enter values’)
The calibration table entry sub-menu is shown.
2. To enter the previously determined correction values:

a) Using the Up/Down and Dim+/Dim- keys,
## enter the respective heading value.
****"
****"
b) Press Shift-ENTER to confirm the value.
c) Using the Up/Down and Dim+/Dim- keys,
enter the corresponding correction
Mag. Compass
Mag. Hdg.
Correction
value.
Display
Heading Value
(uncalibrated)
d) Press Shift-ENTER to confirm the value.
0˚
10˚
3. To enter another pair of values, press Shift-F2.

The table index count in the first line is increased by 1.
Repeat the procedure from step 2.a) above until all correction values
have been entered.
4. Press MENU to quit the table entry sub-menu.
To scroll through the list of entries, press Shift-F2.or Shift-F3 respectively
from within the table entry sub-menu
To delete a pair of values, if required, go to the calibration table entry

sub-menu and twice press Shift-RESET followed by Shift-ENTER to clear the
heading and correction value entries.
Note The calibration table is stored in the system's permanent memory. If the
complete set of table entries is to be altered (e.g. when a new magnetic
heading sensor has been fitted or the steering magnetic compass has
been newly adjusted), delete the old entries from the table first.
Alignment Error Correction 6-9


Chapter 7: System Configuration
7.1 Configuration Menu (Service Setup 1)

The Service Setup 1 provides access to the system parameters which
configure the NAVIGAT X MK 1 according to the requirements of the
installation at hand.
The Service Setup 1 also provides a test mode to check the proper func-
tion of the serial and 6 step/° heading outputs and the analogue rate of
turn output.
Setup Access Code

ration, setup menus which are to be accessed by service personnel only
are protected by access codes.
To access the Service Setup 1:



### Enter code "600 "

The Service Setup 1 sub-menu opens.

Configuration Menu (Service Setup 1) 7-1

Service-Setup 1 – Overview
Figure 7-1:

Service Setup 1 INTERFACE I/O interface configuration

GYRO INPUT
PLATH
LEHMK. 1200
LEHMK. 2400
LEHMK. 4800
LEHMK. 9600
NMEA-HDT
OFF
MAG.HDG.INP.
SIN/COS
NMEA-HDM
NMEA-HCHDT
NMEA-HDG
PLATH-MAGN
NAVIPILOT
COMP.MONITOR
OFF
SPEED INPUT
200 Pulse/NM
NMEA
POS INPUT
NMEA-GLL
NMEA-GGA
SENS.D.M.OUTP.
NMEA-HCHDM
NMEA-HCHDT
NMEA-HCHDG
S/FAST M.OUTP.
NMEA-HCHDM
NMEA-HCHDT
MAGN. VARIATION
NMEA-HDG
NMEA-RMA
NMEA-RMC
NMEA SUPERFAST
4800 BAUD
9600 BAUD
19200 BAUD
33 Hz 38400 BD
50 Hz 38400 BD
NMEA-HCHDT
PLATH
TxD NMEA FAST
NMEA
HCHDT
HDT/ROT
PLATH
contd. on next page
7-2 Configuration Menu (Service Setup 1)

Figure 7-2:
contd. from previous page
Service Setup 1
(contd.)

ANALOG ROT OUTP. settings analog ROT output

sc. factor: 0.1 – 999.9 mV/°/min

zero offset: -999 – +999 mV
FEEDBACK SIGNAL settings for rudder angle

feedback units
No. OF RUDDERS
1
2
SET RUDDER 1
SET RUDDER 2

SYSTEM TYPE system type / hdg. reference selection

SYSTEM
G
GM
GG
GGM
HDG. SEL
CDU 1
CDU 1+2
COMP.MON
AUTOPILOT.
EXT.SEL.
ALIGN ERR. CORR. alignment error correction

corr. value: -179.9 – +180 °
SHAFT COR. ANGLE shaft encoder correction angle

corr. value: -179.9 – +180 °
contd. on next page


Service Setup 1
(contd.)

EXT. STATUS IN ext. status input function

STATUS IN
STAT. LOG
STAT. HDG. +180°
ENABLE 180° OFFS.
GYRO1 +180°
GYRO2 +180°
MAGN +180°
NAME OF GYRO Gyro ID setting

ID-No. 1
ID-No. 2
ID-No. 3
TEST MODE indicator/repeater test mode

rate of turn: -999 – +999°/min
CHANGE SETTINGS
time const.: 0.0 – 99.9 s
heading value: 0.0 – 359.9°

GEN. ALARM SETUP conditions for actuation

of general alarm relay
ON ALL ALARMS
ON FATAL ALARMS
PROTOCOL TYPE NMEA output protocol standard

IEC 61162-1
NMEA 0183
AD10 USAGE AD10 output protocol selection

OFF
ON


Service Setup 1
(contd.)

K1 MUTE/HDG-DIFF alarm relay K1 functionality

HDG-DIFF
MUTE
SPEED FILTER speed filter settings for

error correction
t. const.: 0 – 99 s
speed min.: -99.9 – +99.9 kn
speed max.: -99.9 – +99.9 kn

Service Setup 1 – Parameters
Interface I/O
Configures the in- and output interfaces.
Gyro Input
Selects the interface protocol for the ext. Gyro input.
Settings: PLATH
The input reads the PLATH binary data protocol
LEHMK. 1200
The input is reads the Lehmkuhl (Scandinavian Microsys-
tems) protocol at 1200 Bd.
LEHMK. 2400
LEHMK. 4800
LEHMK. 9600
NMEA-HDT
The input reads the NMEA $--HDT sentence
OFF
The input is disabled

Mag Hdg. Inp.

Configures the magnetic heading input.
Settings: SIN COS

The input reads analogue voltages from a Sperry Marine
fluxgate sensor type 4863 at the analogue fluxgate interface
NMEA-HDM
The input reads the NMEA $--HDM sentence at the NMEA
magn. interface
NMEA-HCHDT
The input reads the NMEA $HCHDT sentence at the NMEA
magn. interface
NMEA-HDG
The input reads the NMEA $--HDG sentence at the NMEA
magn. interface
PLATH-MAGN
The input reads magnetic heading from the PLATH binary
data protocol at the NMEA magn. interface
NAVIPILOT
The input reads magnetic heading from the NAVIPILOT
repeater protocol at the NMEA magn. interface
COMP. MONITOR
The input reads magnetic heading (NMEA) at the Compass
Monitor interface
OFF
The input is disabled
Speed Input
Configures the speed input.
Settings: 200 Pulse/NM

Speed is computed from pulses at the 200 p./NM interface
NMEA
The input reads speed from an NMEA sentence received at
the serial speed data input 1.
Pos. Input
Configures the position input.
Settings: NMEA-GLL
The input reads the NMEA $--GLL sentence
NMEA-GGA
The input reads the NMEA $--GGA sentence

Sens. D. M. Outp.
Selects the output sentence format for magnetic heading at the sensor
data outputs
Settings: NMEA-HCHDM
Magnetic heading is sent using the NMEA $--HDM sentence
with talker ID “HC”
NMEA-HCHDT
Magnetic heading is sent using the NMEA $--HDT sentence
NMEA-HCHDG
Magnetic heading is sent using the NMEA $--HDG sentence
S/FAST M. Outp.
Selects the output sentence format for magnetic heading at the FAST
and SuperFAST data outputs
Settings: NMEA-HCHDM
Magnetic heading is sent using the NMEA $--HDM sentence
NMEA-HCHDT
Magnetic heading is sent using the NMEA $--HDT sentence
Magn. Variation
Selects the sentence format for automatic magnetic variation input
Settings: NMEA-HDG
Magnetic variation is read from the NMEA $--HDG sentence
at the serial data magn. interface
NMEA-RMA
Magnetic variation is read from the NMEA $--RMA sentence
at the currently active position interface
NMEA-RMC
Magnetic variation is read from the NMEA $--RMC sentence
at the currently active position interface

NMEA SuperFAST
Configures the SuperFAST serial data output.
Settings: 4800 Baud

The output transmits all available data in NMEA format at
4800 Bd. (standard according to IEC 61162-1)
9600 Baud
9600 Bd. (non-standard)
19200 Baud
19200 Bd. (non-standard)
33 Hz 38400 Bd
38400 Bd. (high-speed according to IEC 61162-2)
The update rate for the HDT sentence is 33 Hz.
50 Hz 38400 Bd
38400 Bd. (high-speed according to IEC 61162-2)
The update rate for the HDT sentence is 50 Hz.
NMEA-HCHDT
The output transmits magnetic heading only, using the
NMEA $HCHDT sentence at 4800 Bd.
PLATH
The output transmits heading and rate of turn data, using
the PLATH binary protocol at 9600 Bd.
TxD NMEA FAST

Configures the FAST serial data output.
Settings: NMEA
4800 Bd. (standard according to NMEA / IEC 61162-1)
HCHDT
The output transmits magnetic heading only, using the
NMEA $HCHDT sentence at 4800 Bd.
HDT/ROT
The output transmits the active heading and rate of turn
data only, using the NMEA $--HDT and $--ROT sentences at
4800 Bd.
PLATH
The output transmits heading and rate of turn data, using
the PLATH binary protocol at 9600 Bd.

Analog ROT Outp.
Configures the analogue rate of turn output.
Sc. Factor
Sets the scaling for the output.
Value: 0.1 – 999.9 mV/°/min.
Zero Offset
Sets the zero-point offset for the output.
Value: -999 – 999 mV
Feedback Signal
Configures the rudder angle feedback inputs.
No. of Rudders
Selects between single and dual rudder systems.
Settings: 1
Single rudder system; rudder angle input 1 is used only
2
Dual rudder system; both rudder angle inputs are used; sep-
arate graphs are printed for port and stb. rudder angles
Set Rudder 1
Sets the scaling and zero-point offset for the rudder angle input 1.
Settings: scale factor: 0.1 – 999 mV/°/min.

zero-point offset: -9.9 – +9.9°
Set Rudder 2
Sets the scaling and zero-point offset for the rudder angle input 2.
Settings: scale factor: 0.1 – 999 mV/°/min.

zero-point offset: -9.9 – +9.9°

System Type
Configures the system type and the heading selector device.
System
Sets the system configuration
Settings: G
Single gyrocompass system: the control and display unit
shows own gyro heading only; the heading source selection
and heading difference alarm functions are not available.
GM
Gyro-/Magnetic compass system: the control and display
unit shows own gyro and magnetic compass headings;
heading source selection and heading difference monitoring
functions are available for sources G and M.
GG
Dual gyrocompass system: the control and display unit
shows both gyrocompass headings; heading source selec-
tion and heading difference monitoring functions are availa-
ble for sources G1 and G2.
GGM
Dual gyrocompass/Magnetic compass system: the control
and display unit shows both gyro and magnetic compass
headings; heading source selection and heading difference
monitoring functions are available for sources G1, G2 and
M.
Hdg. Sel.
Selects the heading source selector device to use.
Settings: CDU 1
Standalone system: the active heading source is selected at
the control and display unit
CDU 1+2
Dual gyrocompass system: the active heading source is
selected at either one of the gyrocompasses’ control and
display units
Comp. Mon.
Multicompass system with Compass Monitor/Heading Man-
agement system NAVITWIN: the active heading source is
selected at the NAVITWIN
Autopilot
Gyrocompass/Autopilot system: the active heading source
is selected at the autopilot (NAVIPILOT V, ADII or V HSC)
Ext. Sel.
The active heading source is selected using an external
selector switch

Align Err. Corr.
Sets the alignment error correction value
Settings: -179.9 – +180.0 °
Shaft Cor. Angle
Sets the shaft encoder correction value
Settings: -179.9 – +180.0 °
Ext. Status In
Configures the external status signal input port
Ext, Status In
Selects the function of the port
Settings: Status Log

The port is used to monitor the “alive” status from a pulse
speed log; if the active log is a pulse log and the input con-
tact is open, a speed log failure alarm is given.
Stat. Hdg. +180°

The port is used to reverse the heading displays and data
outputs (e.g. for use in double-ended ferries); when the
input contact is closed, an offset of 180° is applied to the
heading of sources for which the offset function is enabled.
Enable 180° Offs.

Enables/disables the 180° offset function for the respective heading
source.
Settings: Gyro1 +180° (ON/OFF)

Gyro2 +180° (ON/OFF)
MAGN +180° (ON/OFF)
“On” enables, “OFF” disables offset function for respective
heading source

Name Of Gyro
Sets the compass ID.
Settings: 1
Standalone single gyro or main gyro in multiple gyrocom-
pass system.
2
Backup gyro in a dual or triple gyrocompass system.
3
Backup gyro in a triple gyrocompass system.
Test Mode
Activates the output test mode
Rate of Turn
Sets the rate of turn value and turn direction for the test mode
Settings: -999 – +999 °/min
Change Settings
Accesses the analogue ROT output settings
time const.: 0.0 – 99.9 s

zero offset: -999 – +999 °/min
Note The „Change Settings“ sub-menu provides quick access to the analogue
ROT output settings from the test mode. Changes made during the test
mode directly affect the time constant setting in the Manual Settings
menu and the scale factor and zero offset values in the Service Setup 1 /
Analog ROT Outp. menu respectively.
Heading Value
Sets the target heading value for the test mode
Settings: -0.0 – +359.9 °

Gen. Alarm Setup
Selects in which cases the “General Alarm” relay is actuated.
Settings: On all alarms

The relay is actuated whenever an alarm condition exists.
On fatal alarms
The relay is actuated only in case of fatal alarms. A fatal
alarm exists when the gyrocompass can no longer provide
its own heading data. Loss of external data and the heading
difference alarm are non-fatal alarm conditions.
Protocol Type
Selects the conformance level for NMEA outputs
Settings: IEC 61162-1

NMEA outputs conform strictly to IEC 61162-1. Proprietary
output sentences start with $PPLA...
NMEA 0183
NMEA outputs use the older form of the proprietary nav.
status data sentence, $PPNSD.
AD10 Usage
Enables or disables AD10 heading data output

When AD10 output is enabled, a total of one SuperFAST and three Sen-
sor Data outputs are available at TB7.
When AD10 output is disabled, a total of two SuperFAST and four Sen-
sor Data outputs are available at TB7.
Settings: ON
Enables AD10 output.
Terminals TB 7.11/7.12 provide the AD10 data signal,
terminals TB 7.13/7.14 provide the AD10 clock signal.
OFF
Disables AD10 output.
Terminals TB 7.11/7.12 provide a SuperFAST RS-422 output,
terminals TB 7.13/7.14 provide a Sensor Data RS-422 output.

K1 Mute/Hdg-Diff
Configures the funcion of the alarm relay K1 output
Settings: Hdg-Diff
Relay K1 is used to signal the heading difference alarm con-
dition. This option must be selected in multicompass sys-
tems which route the individual compasses’ hdg-diff alarm
relay outputs to a central alarm facility.
Mute
Relay K1 is used to mute an audible alarm generated by a
central alarm facility. When this option is selected, relay K1
is actuated whenever an alarm is acknowledged or muted
locally at the NAVIGAT X MK 1.
In multicompass systems which also require a heading dif-
ference alarm output, a separate compass monitoring
device, such as the NAVITWIN IV, must provide the heading
difference alarm.
Speed Filter
Sets the filter parameters used for the North speed error correction.
The preset factory defaults should not normally be altered. In high-
speed craft, however, it will be necessary to increase the maximum
speed value to prevent rejection of valid high speed values.
Settings: T. Const.
filter time constant: 0 – 99 s (default = 20 s)
The filter time constant determines the level of filtering

applied to the incoming speed before it enters the calcula-
tion of North speed error correction.
Occasional dropouts and glitches will be completely blocked
for a duration of up to the time constant’s value.
At the same time, the effects of steady acceleration or decel-
leration are smoothed out. After a change of speed, a new
constant speed will enter the error correction routine with a
delay of approximately five times the time constant.
Speed Min.
minimum speed value: -99.9 – +99.9 kn (default = -5.0 kn)
The minimum speed value determines the lower limit of the

valid speed range. Actual speeds below the limit will be
rejected. Should the actual speed remain below the limit for
more than 10 s, a “speed invalid” alarm will be given.
Speed Max.
maximum speed value: -99.9 – +99.9 kn (default = 30.0 kn)
The maximum speed value determines the upper limit of

the valid speed range. Actual speeds above the limit will be
rejected. Should the actual speed remain above the limit for
more than 10 s, a “speed invalid” alarm will be given.

7.2 Factory Settings Menu (Technical Pages)

The Technical Pages provide access to a number of factory-set parame-
ters which need not normally be altered. However, should the system
software need to be exchanged, these settings will be lost and must be
re-entered manually.
Setup Access Code

ration, setup menus which are to be accessed by service personnel only
are protected by access codes.
To access the Technical Pages:



Enter code "140 "

The Technical Pages sub-menu opens.

Technical Pages – Overview
Figure 7-5:

Technical Pages SOFTWARE VERSION software version info

HARDWARE: main PCB revision
SW. VER: software creation date
MASTERBOARD: system software version
DISPLAY BOARD: ext. display software version
UPDATE SOFTWARE in-circuit software update

update software via service interface
(factory use only, not for field service)
CORRECTION VAL. corr. values for temperature

and gyro current
corr. value temp..: -99 – +99 ˚C
gyro current gain: 0.000 – 9.999
7-16 Factory Settings Menu (Technical Pages)

Technical Pages– Parameters
Software Version
Displays detailed hard- and software version information.
Settings: Hardware
The revision code of the master PCB.
SW Ver.
The creation date of the system software.
Masterboard
The version code of the system software.
Display Board
The version code of an external Control and Display unit, if
present.
If no external unit is connected, dashes are shown.
Update Software
Initiates a software update via the service interface.
Settings: This feature is for factory use only. Field service is required
to exchange the software flash-memory IC to update the
system software.
Correction Val.
Sets the correction values for the on-board temperature and gyrosphere
current measurement
Settings: Corr. Val. Temp.

Temperature correction value. Adjusts the measured value
to show the actual temperature inside the compass housing.
Correction range is -99.9 – +99.9 °C.
Gyro Current Gain

Gain factor for the gyrosphere current. Adjusts the meas-
ured value to show the actual current flowing through the
gyrosphere.
Correction range is 0.000 – 9.999, where a setting of 1.000
equals unity gain, i.e. no correction.
Note The correction values are set in the factory. These must not normally be
altered. However, when the system software is exchanged, the values
will be lost and must be re-entered manually.
The correction values are specific to the respective master PCB.
Factory Settings Menu (Technical Pages) 7-17

7-18 Factory Settings Menu (Technical Pages)

Chapter 8: Troubleshooting
8.1 Troubleshooting Instructions

The NAVIGAT X Mk 1 is a complex electronic system. In case of malfunc-
tion, it would neither be practical nor economical to carry out trouble-
shooting and servicing in the field down to the level of individual circuit
components.
Unless instructed otherwise by Sperry Marine engineering, field service

personnel should limit troubleshooting to:
• Visual inspection of mechanical components, the master board and

wiring.
• Continuity checks of wiring connections.
• Checks for short circuit/overload conditions or reversed polarities.
These conditions are indicated by red LEDs on the master board.
• Checking for on-board voltages and I/O signals. The presence of volt-
ages and signals is indicated by green LEDs on the master board.
Exact voltage levels must be checked with a voltmeter. The data con-
tent on serial I/O lines must be checked with the aid of suitable ana-
lyzing tools, such as PC-based protocol interpreters or terminal
programs.
When components on the master board, other than socketed ICs, are
assumed to cause malfunction, the complete master board assembly,
stock no. 20672, is to be exchanged.
When components on the baseplate assembly are assumed to cause

malfunction, the complete baseplate assembly, stock no. 22407, is to be
exchanged.
tacts.

Troubleshooting Instructions 8-1

8.2 Location of Parts on the Master PCB

Figure 8-1 below shows the locations of exchangeable components,
connectors, trimpots and diagnostic LED indicators on the master PCB.
Figure 8-1:
TB 7 TB 6 TB 5
location of parts on the
master PCB
CR 17 CR 31 CR 41 CR 43 CR 58 CR 99 CR 105 CR 123 CR 138
CR 30 CR 38 CR 42 CR 56 CR 100 CR 106 CR 124 CR 139

CR 57
CR 55
CR 54
CR 98 CR 104 CR 122 CR 137
J1 CR 15 CR 39 CR 40 CR 53 CR 112
CR 34
J6
J3
IC 37
IC 34
CR 9 IC 12
IC 6
CR 8
IC 5
IC 33
CR 135 CR 136
CR 134
CR 132
CR 131
CR 133
R 36 IC 26 CR 128
CR 129 CR 130
CR 22
IC 25
CR 21
CR 60
CR 20
CR 19 CR 78 CR 79 CR 90
CR 92
TB 9
CR 12
TB 8 CR 91
CR 119
CR 102 CR 111 CR 127
J2
CR 74
J4
CR 115
CR 75 CR 87
CR 5 CR 110
R 103
CR 86
CR 116
CR 1 CR 2 CR 10 CR 32 CR 59 CR 97 CR 125
TB 1 TB 2 TB 3 TB 4
8-2 Location of Parts on the Master PCB

Exchangeable Components
Table 8-1:
Part Function Stock No.
Exchangeable compo-
nents on the master IC 5 quad RS-422 output driver IC; 046485-0000-000
PCB drives Sensor Data TB 7.1/7.2 and 7.3/7.4,
Compass Monitor, Display units
IC 6 quad RS-422 output driver IC; 046485-0000-000
drives Sensor Data TB 7.5/7.6,
SuperFast TB 7.9/7.10, Fast output,
nav. data printer
IC 12 UART 046537-0000-000
IC 25 follow-up motor phase 2 driver IC 045871-0000-000
IC 26 follow-up motor phase 1 driver IC 045871-0000-000
IC 33 UART 046537-0000-000
IC 34 software flash-memory IC, 026562-0000-000
pre-programmed
IC 37 quad RS-422 output driver IC; 046485-0000-000
drives Sensor Data TB 7.13/7.14,
SuperFast TB 7.11/7.12
Connectors
Table 8-2:
TB/J to/from
Connectors on the
master PCB TB 1 24VDC backup supply power in / 24VDC out
TB 2 relay status outputs (watch al. ackn., G1/G2, G/M, hdg. diff.,
pwr. fail.),
status inputs (op. unit M/R, ROT damping, Log/+180°),
200 pulse/nm speed input
TB 3 status inputs (Auto/Man, G1/G2, G/M),
rudder angle feedback units
fluxgate sensor
Switch-Over Unit
TB 4 ext. gyro,
Compass Monitor,
ext. operating unit
speed log NMEA
position NMEA
Fluxgate NMEA
status input (Mute)
TB 5 serial repeaters 1–6
TB 6 serial repeaters 7–12
TB 7 sensor data outputs,
Fast output,
SuperFast outputs,
6 step/° outputs,
nav. data printer output,
analogue rate of turn output
Location of Parts on the Master PCB 8-3

TB/J to/from
TB 8 follow-up step motor
TB 9 main power supply transformer
J1 shaft encoder
J2 cooling fan
J3 Control and Display Unit
J4 gyrosphere power supply and pickoff contacts
J6 service interface RS 232 (for factory use only)
Test Resistor / Trimpots
Table 8-3:
R to / from
Test resistor /
trimpots on the R 103 gyrosphere current test resistor, 1Ω;
master PCB voltage across R 103 in mV equals gyrosphere current in mA;
current should not exceed 500 mA at power-up and must
drop below 300 mA within 45 minutes after power-up
R 36 gyrosphere voltage adjustment
(factory-set, normally no adjustment required in the field)
nominal gyrosphere voltage is 100 VAC @ 337 Hz.
Diagnostic LEDs
As an aid in troubleshooting, a number of diagnostic LED indicators are

provided on the NAVIGAT X MK 1 PCB. These indicate the presence of
supply voltages, activities on the serial data I/O lines and the current
states of the status I/O ports.
Table 8-4:
LED Colour Indication
Diagnostic LEDs
CR 1 green 24VDC backup supply power present
CR 2 red 24VDC backup supply polarity reversed - swap
lines
CR 5 red overload 24VDC out to cooling fan - check fan
CR 8 green +12VDC on-board supply present
CR 9 green +5VDC (Vcc) on-board supply present
CR 10 red overload 24VDC out TB1.3/1.4
CR 12 green 115/230 VAC main supply power present
CR 15 red overload 12VDC out to Control and Display unit
CR 17 green activity on Tx line, nav. data printer
CR 23 green follow-up step motor phase 2 active
CR 24 green
CR 25 green follow-up step motor phase 1 active
CR 26 green


CR 30 green activity on Tx line, Sens. Data or AD10 clock,
TB 7.13/7.14
CR 31 green activity on Tx line, SuperFast or AD10 data,
TB 7.11/7.12
CR 32 red overload 24VDC out to Switch-Over Unit, TB 3.22
CR 34 green activity on Rx/Tx line, ext. Display Unit,
TB 4.11/4.12
CR 38 green activity on Tx line, SuperFast, TB 7.9/7.10
CR 39 green activity on Tx line, Fast output, TB7.7/7.8
CR 40 green activity on Tx line, Sens. Data, TB 7.5/7.6
CR 41 green 6-step/° output 2, phase 3 active
CR 56 red overload internal 24VDC 6step/° repeater supply
CR 59 red overload 24VDC out to Switch-Over Unit, TB 3.23
CR 60 green 24VDC on-board supply to follow-up motor
present
CR 74 green status input closed, Alarm Mute
CR 75 green status input closed, G1/G2
CR 78 green status input closed, ext. status (log status or 180°
offset)
CR 79 green status input closed, 200 pulse/nm
CR 83 red overload 12VDC out fluxgate sensor
CR 86 green status input closed, G/M
CR 87 green status input closed, Auto/Man
CR 90 green status input closed, ROT damping
CR 91 green status input closed, op. unit M/R
CR 92 green -12VDC on-board supply present
CR 97 red overload 24VDC out to Compass Monitor
CR 98 red overload 24VDC out to repeater 12
CR 102 green activity on Rx line, Compass Monitor ,TB 4.3/4.4
Location of Parts on the Master PCB 8-5


CR 110 green activity on Rx line, ext. Gyro, TB 4.1/4.2
CR 111 green activity on Rx line, Magnetic Heading,
TB 4.17/4.18
CR 112 green activity on Tx line, Repeater outputs, TB 5 and 6
CR 115 red overload 12VDC out to ext. CDU
CR 116 green activity on Tx line, Compass Monitor, TB 4.7/4.8
CR 119 green activity on Rx line, Position, TB 4.15/4.16
CR 125 red overload -12VDC out, TB 4.24
CR 127 green activity on Rx line, Speed, TB 4.13/4.14
CR 128 green relay attracted, K1 (watch alarm acknowledge)
CR 129 green relay attracted, K4 (max. ROT exceeded)
CR 130 green relay attracted, K7 (heading diff. alarm)
CR 131 green relay attracted, K2 (status G/M)
CR 132 green relay attracted, K5 (AC power failure)
CR 133 green relay attracted, K8 (DC power failure)
CR 134 green relay attracted, K3 (status G1/G2)
CR 135 green relay attracted, K6 (power failure and general
alarm)
CR 136 green relay attracted, K9 (G1/G2 to Switch-Over-Unit)

Chapter 9: Corrective Maintenance
The NAVIGAT X MK 1 is generally not field-serviceable on the compo-

nent level. In case of malfunction, complete sub-assemblies must be
exchanged and the defective sub-assemblies returned to Sperry Marine.
Singular electronic components which may be exchanged by field serv-

ice personnel are the system software IC and the other socketed ICs on
the NAVIGAT X MK 1 master board.
tacts.
When exchanging components on the master board, make sure the
compass' main and backup power supplies are switched off and safe-

9.1 Exchanging the System Software

The NAVIGAT X MK 1 system software is contained on a flash-memory
chip, IC 34, on the master PCB. By exchanging the software IC, the sys-
tem can be easily upgraded to a newer or downgraded to a previous
software release, if required.
Note
The stock number of the pre-programmed software IC, 26562, remains
identical through all software releases. The IC’s revision identifier indi-
cates which software release it has been programmed with. Unless
specified otherwise upon ordering, Sperry Marine will deliver the IC pre-
programmed with the latest official software release.
CAUTION It cannot be guaranteed that parameter settings in the User and Setup
menus and the entries made in the Magnetic Compass Calibration table
are left intact when the software is exchanged.
Before exchanging the system software IC, record all parameter settings
to be able to re-enter them manually, if required.
Exchanging the System Software 9-1

Exchanging the flash-memory IC
Note The flash-memory IC is a 32-pin PLCC chip. A suitable extractor tool is

required to remove the IC from its socket.
Verify that a new flash-memory IC, stock no. 26562, containing software
4914-1090-00 with the required revision identifier and release date has
been obtained.
1. At the running system, take notes of the current settings in the Man-
ual Settings, User and Service Setup menus. Check that the settings
have been entered correctly into the setup tables in the appendix of
this manual. If necessary, correct and amend the tables.
2. Power down the system.
Make sure that both the main and backup supplies are switched off
and safeguarded against accidental switching-on.
3. Remove the cover from the compass housing.
4. Remove the currently installed flash-memory chip (IC 34) from its
socket on the master PCB.
5. Insert the new flash-memory IC into the socket.
6. Re-attach the cover to the compass housing.
7. Power up the system.
8. Re-enter all settings in the Manual Settings, User and Service Setup
menus, as noted in the setup tables in the appendix of this manual.
9.2 Replacing Socketed ICs

While all socketed ICs may be easily exchanged, it will mostly be impos-
sible for field service personnel to trace back malfunction of the system
to the failure of a given IC, such as an UART or PAL.
In case of failure of an RS-422 serial data output, however, the reason is

mostly a defective driver IC. The RS-422 serial data outputs use standard
quadruple RS-422 line drivers (MC3487), available from Sperry Marine
under stock no. 46485.
9-2 Replacing Socketed ICs

Appendix
A Setup and Configuration Tables

The following tables (blank forms) are appended to this manual:
Designation Drawing No.

NAVIGAT X MK 1: Preferred Operational Settings 4914-0125-01
NAVIGAT X MK 1: Setup Table 4914-0125-02
NAVIGAT X MK 1: Magnetic Compass Calibration 4914-0125-03
Table
Note After installation of the NAVIGAT X MK 1, please return a filled-out copy

of the Setup Table to Sperry Marine for inclusion in the ship’s file.
When permanent changes are made to the system configuration, please
return an updated copy of the Setup Table to Sperry Marine.
B Drawings
The following drawings are appended to this manual:
Designation Drawing No.

Dimension Drawing: Gyrocompass NAVIGAT X MK 1 4914-0112-02
Wiring Diagram: NAVIGAT X MK 1 4914-0115-01
Dimension Drawing: Operating Unit 4926-0112-01
Note All appended drawings are revision-controlled separately at Sperry

Marine. In case of doubt, verify the current revision status of the draw-
ings with Sperry Marine. This manual’s revision status does not change
when the revision of an appended drawing changes.
004914-0125-001/A, 17 Nov 2006; Page 1 of 1
NAVIGAT X MK 1
Preferred Operational Settings
Vessel: Hull No.:
IMO No.: Shipyard:
Service Station / Installer: Date / Signature:
Note Make copies of this form to note the appropriate settings in the Manual
Settings and User Setups for normal operation of the equipment.
In general, automatic data input modes should be chosen in preference
of manual input, wherever possible.
Manual Settings
Speed/Lat Mode Speed Mode: Posit Mode:
AUTO MAN AUTO MAN

Hdg. Diff. Alarm Between:
GY1/GY2 GY1/MAG GY2/MAG OFF
Diff. Alarm Threshold Value: °
Magnetic Variation AUTO MAN

North Sp. Err. Corr. ON OFF
Settings NAVIPRINT ON Paper Speed Heading Rudder
OFF 60 mm/h ±30° ±9°
150 mm/h ±180° ±45°
600 mm/h ±70°
OFF
Settings ROT Time Const. ROT: Max. Value ROT:
Time Constant: s Max. Value: °/min.
User Setup
Date and Time Mode AUTO MAN
Mag. Comp. Cal. Table ON OFF

Woltmanstr. 19, D-20097 Hamburg, Germany
Tel.: +49-40-299 00-0, Fax: +49-40-299 00-298, E-mail: service.de@sperry.ngc.com
004914-0125-002/B, 08 May 2008; Page 1 of 2
NAVIGAT X MK 1
Setup Table
Vessel: Hull No.:
IMO No.: Shipyard:
Note After installation of the NAVIGAT X MK 1, please return a filled-out copy

of the Setup Table to Sperry Marine for inclusion in the ship’s file.
When permanent changes are made to the system configuration, please
return an updated copy of the Setup Table to Sperry Marine.
Service Setup 1 (Code 600)
Interface I/O
Gyro Input PLATH LEHMK. 1200 LEHMK. 2400 LEHMK. 4800
LEHMK. 9600 NMEA-HDT OFF
Mag Hdg Input SIN COS NMEA-HDM NMEA-HCHDT NMEA-HDG
PLATH-MAGN NAVIPILOT COMP. MON. OFF
Speed Input 200 Pulse/NM NMEA
Pos. Input NMEA GLL NMEA GGA
Sens. D. M. Outp. NMEA-HCHDM NMEA-HCHDT NMEA-HCHDG
S/Fast M. Outp. NMEA-HCHDM NMEA-HCHDT
Magn. Variation NMEA-HDG NMEA-RMA NMEA-RMC
NMEA SuperFast 4800 BAUD 9600 BAUD 19200 BAUD 33 Hz 38400 BD
50 Hz 38400 BD NMEA-HCHDT PLATH
TxD NMEA Fast NMEA HCHDT HDT/ROT PLATH
Analog ROT Outp.

Settings sc. factor: mV/°/min zero offset: mV
Feedback Signal
No. of Rudders 1 2
Set Rudder 1 sc. factor: mV/°/min zero offset: mV
Set Rudder 2 sc. factor: mV/°/min zero offset: mV
System Type
System G GM GG GGM
Hdg. Sel. CDU 1 CDU 1+2 COMP. MON. AUTOPILOT
EXT. SEL.

004914-0125-002/B, 08 May 2008; Page 2 of 2
Align Err. Corr.
Setting corr. value: °
Shaft. Cor. Angle

Setting corr. value: °
Ext. Status In
Status Log LOG HDG +180° Status ROT
TB 3.11
Name of Gyro
ID-No. 1 2 3
Gen. Alarm Setup

Alarm relay ON ALL ALARMS ON FATAL ALARMS
active:
Protocol Type
NMEA outp. pro- IEC 61162-1 NMEA 0183
tocol standard:
AD10 Usage
AD10 hdg. output OFF ON
setting:
K1 Mute / Hdg.-Diff.
K1 alarm relay HDG-DIFF MUTE
functionality:
Speed Filter
Settings time const.: s
speed min.: kn speed max.: kn
Technical Pages (Code 140)
Correction Val.
Settings corr. val. temp: ° gyro current gain: °
Note Make sure to re-enter the correction values when updating the system
software.
Correction values are specific to the master PCB installed. When
exchanging a master PCB, read out the correction values and update this
setup table to reflect the new values.

004914-0125-003/A, 17 Nov 2006; Page 1 of 1
NAVIGAT X MK 1
Magnetic Compass Calibration
Table
Vessel: Hull No.:
IMO No.: Shipyard:
Magnetic Magnetic
Magnetic Magnetic
Hdg. Display Correction Value Hdg. Display Correction Value
Compass Hdg. Compass Hdg.
(uncalibrated) (uncalibrated)
0.0 180.0
10.0 190.0
20.0 200.0
30.0 210.0
40.0 220.0
50.0 230.0
60.0 240.0
70.0 250.0
80.0 260.0
90.0 270.0
100.0 280.0
110.0 290.0
120.0 300.0
130.0 310.0
140.0 320.0
150.0 330.0
160.0 340.0
170.0 350.0


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Operation, Installation and Service Manual

Digital Gyrocompass Systems

056343/C, 08 May 2008

© 2008 Northrop Grumman Sperry Marine B.V.

Rev. Date Remarks

Safety Notice Conventions

DANGER A Danger notice contains an operating or main-

WARNING A Warning notice contains an operating or

CAUTION A Caution notice contains an operating or main-

Note A Note contains an essential operating or main-

Special safety symbols may be used in this

Risk of electrical shock.

Electrical components sensitive to electrostatic

General Safety Information for the Operator

WARNING Never rely on one heading source alone to navigate a vessel.

CAUTION Any service work on the gyrosphere is to be carried out by authorized

General Safety Information for Service Personnel

DANGER When the compass is energized, the gyrosphere operating voltage of

CAUTION After power-down of the compass system, it may take up to 45 minutes

CAUTION The NAVIGAT X MK 1 contains electrostatic sensitive components.

Electrostatic discharge may permanently damage components.

When servicing the NAVIGAT X MK 1, take precautions to prevent elec-

Chapter 3: Errors and Alarms

Chapter 4: Scheduled Maintenance

Chapter 5: Preventive Maintenance

Chapter 7: System Configuration

Chapter 9: Corrective Maintenance

1.1 Design and Main Features

As a gyrocompass, the system complies with IMO resolutions A.424(IX)

The NAVIGAT X MK 1 has been type approved by the German Federal

The unique method of supporting the gyrosphere by means of mere

Heading is measured as a 13-bit absolute value with a digital shaft

Integrated monitoring of the supply powers, gyroscope current and the

Design and Main Features 1-1

1.2 Operating Principle

gyro linkage gyrosphere shell

The top of the gyrosphere contains an annular damping trough, half

The gyrosphere floats in a supporting fluid inside the gyrosphere con-

The gyroscopes are in fact squirrel-cage induction motors, which attain

1-2 Operating Principle

1.3 Example System Configurations

Standalone Gyrocompass/TMC System

As a standalone system, the NAVIGAT X MK 1 provides North-speed

If a fluxgate sensor, type 4863, or an electronic magnetic compass is

Magnetic Equipment using

Status Signals Out

Example System Configurations 1-3

Dual NAVIGAT X MK 1 Gyrocompass/TMC System

In addition to the two NAVIGAT X MK 1 compasses, this system com-

Alarms generated locally by a NAVIGAT gyrocompass are indicated and

If a magnetic heading source is installed, the NAVITWIN applies mag-

Figure 1-3: G1 Switch-Over Unit

1-4 Example System Configurations

1.4 Technical Data

Technical Data 1-5

Dimensions and Weight

Signal and Status Inputs

1-6 Technical Data

Signal and Status Outputs

Technical Data 1-7

Arrow symbols (/) at the

The following data pages are