SAL R1a Easy Tank

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2016-12-29 01 TE Simrad Version

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Table of contents ............................................................................................................ 1

1 Transducer locating principles ............................................................................... 2
2 Bottom parts / TRU installation ............................................................................. 2
2.1 Parts................................................................................................................ 4
2.1.1 Note! The surfaces of transducer must never be painted!.......................... 4
2.1.2 Wight Specifications .................................................................................. 4
2.2 4. Easy Tank mounting procedures ............................................................... 5
2.2.1 Welded joint grinding ................................................................................ 6
2.2.2 Preparation of flange .................................................................................. 6
2.2.3 Mounting Easy Tank TRU on Steel flange ................................................ 6
2.2.4 Mounting Easy Tank TRU on Aluminium flange ..................................... 8
2.2.5 General recommendations ......................................................................... 8
2.2.6 FWD and RED marking pointing in ships forward direction .................... 9
2.2.7 For adjusting to the aliment ....................................................................... 9
2.2.8 Running the Transducer unit (TRU) cable ................................................. 9
2.2.9 SAL R1a Easy Tank / Part Numbers / Assembly Diagram ..................... 10
2.2.10 SAL R1a Easy Tank / Part Numbers / Assembly Diagram ................. 11
2.2.11 SAL R1a Easy Tank / Main dimensions .............................................. 12
2.3 6. Maintenance ............................................................................................. 13
2.3.1 Transducer replacement: .......................................................................... 13
2.3.2 General dry-docking and maintenance routines: ..................................... 13
3 ELC, ElectronicS UNIT Installation .................................................................... 14
3.1 Mechanical installation ................................................................................ 14
3.2 Electrical Installation ................................................................................... 15
4 Set-Up Guide ....................................................................................................... 19
4.1 Pre-Set-Up procedure................................................................................... 19
4.2 Set-up and testing ......................................................................................... 19
5 SD4-3 Display Installation ................................................................................... 20
5.1 Mechanical installation ................................................................................ 20
5.2 Electrical Installation ................................................................................... 21
5.3 Speed Log Master Display ........................................................................... 21
5.3.1 Positioning of the Speed Log Master Display ......................................... 22
5.3.2 Electrical connection ................................................................................ 22
5.3.3 Positioning of the labels ........................................................................... 23
5.4 Menu Mode .................................................................................................. 24
5.5 SD4-3 in Menu Mode .................................................................................. 25
5.6 Write and read only access .......................................................................... 25
5.7 Menu functions ............................................................................................ 25
5.8 Standby STW ............................................................................................... 25
5.9 Menu function summary .............................................................................. 27
Section 3: INSTALLATION MANUAL

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1 TRANSDUCER LOCATING PRINCIPLES
An optimized transducer unit (TRU) installation is of primary importance to achieve
proper performance of the speed log system (See Basic System Information).

Following rules must then be considered:

 The TRU should, preferably, be installed in the foremost area of the vessel,
in a perpendicular position in a flat, horizontal part of the bottom hull
plating close to the keel line and not behind 1/3 of LOW (Length On
Water-line).
 The TRU could be installed in a forepeak, or in a double bottom forepeak
tank, or in the lower section of the bulb. It must be a dry space (cofferdam)
accessible for maintenance and service also when the ship is afloat.
 The TRU transmitting surface must always remain under water, even in
heavy seas, in order to provide speed measurements.
 The outer shape of the vessel, especially in the forward vicinity of the
TRU installation position, must be free from sudden projections, steps and
sharp edges, welding seams etc., which can cause turbulence in the water
flow passing the TRU.
 The TRU shall be installed at least 2 m forward of water inlets and outlets.
 The TRU shall be installed at least 2 m from any echo sounder transmitters
and similar acoustic devices.
 On tankers, the TRU shall not be installed within the Ex-area.
 Sufficient headroom must be available at the TRU position to allow for its
fitting and removal (see relevant chapter for appropriate bottom parts).

Note: The TRU cable shall run directly to the ELC and must never be cut off,
shortened, extended or by any other mean pass a junction box. The cable must be
laid free and accessible for dismounting if exchange of TRU will be necessary.

2 BOTTOM PARTS / TRU INSTALLATION

The SAL R1a Easy Tank is very suitable for installation for small ships, which can be
easily dry-docked or lifted out of the water, where a mounting location can be found
directly in the bottom hull plating. It may also be used for ships where sufficient
inboard space is not available for fitting with a seavalve. TRU exchange or
maintenance is not recommended with the ship in water or at least not without diver
assistance.

A complete SAL R1a Easy Tank is divided in two parts; SAL R1 TRU Easy Tank
with a water tight cable of 10 meters and R1a Easy Tank Flange.
Alternative Flange for aluminium ships is the R1a Easy Tank flange ALU 5083.

The transducer is designed to be fitted flush with the hull. The transducer measures
speed through the water STW (relative speed) approximately 130 mm below the
ship’s hull.

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Note!
The R1 Speed Log transducer is tested with the cable as one unit.
DO NOT CUT OR MODYFIY THE TRANSDUCER CABLE.
Because the relative speed measurement operates at a frequency where cable length
affects performance and the Navico will takes no responsibility if the cable is
modified.

The bottom flange is welded into a cut-out in the ship’s bottom hull plate.
The bottom flange holds the transducers flush with the underside of the hull.

IMPORTANT!
When welding the bottom flange to the hull the Red markings on the flange must be
assured to point in the ship’s forward direction.

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2.1 Parts
The components of the SAL R1a Easy Tank assembly are supplied in kit form for
mounting in the ship. Before starting the work, check the contents of the kit against
the packing list.
The contents can be divided into two groups as shown in figures below:

1. SAL R1a Easy Tank Flange with Screws and Washers for welding in the hull,
steel version.

2. SAL R1 TRU Easy Tank (Transducer unit) with cable, O-Ring (s) and Gasket.

2.1.1 Note!
The surfaces of transducer must never be painted!

2.1.2 Wight Specifications

SAL R1 TRU Easy Tank 10m WTC 5.5 kg
SAL R1a Easy Tank Bottom Flange "Steel" 6.2 kg
SAL R1a Easy Tank Bottom Flange ALU 5083 2.1 kg

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2.2 4. Easy Tank mounting procedures

The Easy Tank bottom Flange must first be welded into a hole cut in the ship bottom.
Cut a circular hole, diameter 170 mm (+10 / -0 mm) at the selected Easy Tank
transducer position.

Note!
A licensed welder, approved by the appropriate classification society, should carry out
the welding work.

 Red markings aiming strictly (+/-3°) forward.

 Ensure that the bottom flange is flush with the outside of the hull.

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2.2.1 Welded joint grinding

The welded joint must be ground smooth and flush with the hull. There must
be no sharp edges that can cause turbulence in the water flow passing the SAL
R1 Easy Tank transducer.

2.2.2 Preparation of flange

 Assure that the hull Flange (Position 2) is clean.

 Apply a thin layer of Silicone based grease on the O-Rings and the
sufaces inside the outer Klinger Gasket. Keep the outer Klinger Gasket
area on the flange free from any grease.

Note! Do not use grease containing any sulphur.

 Place the two O-Rings in the O-Ring slots

 Place the Klinger Gasket (Position 4) on the cleaned Flange surface.

2.2.3 Mounting Easy Tank TRU on Steel flange

The SAL R1 TRU Easy Tank shall be mounted with the Red and FWD
markings pointing in the ship’s forward direction in line with Red markings on
the bottom flange.

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 Place the Washers onto the Screws and use universal thread locking liquid e.g.
Loctite® 243 or equal on the Screw treads and mount the Washers and
Screws.
 Adjust the angle aiming strictly (+/-3°) forward and tighten the six M10
screws.

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2.2.4 Mounting Easy Tank TRU on Aluminium flange
The SAL R1 TRU Easy Tank shall be mounted with the Red and FWD
markings pointing in the ship’s forward direction in line with Red markings on
the bottom flange.

Thread Locking liquid

(Loctite® 243)

Easy Tank M8 Washer (6

pcs)
Isolation Bushing (6
pcs)

 Place the Washers and Isolation Buchings onto the Screws and use universal
thread locking liquid e.g. Loctite® 243 or equal on the Screw treads and
mount the Washers and Screws.
 Adjust the angle aiming strictly (+/-3°) forward and tighten the six M8 screws.

2.2.5 General recommendations

Use universal thread locking liquid e.g. Loctite® 243, Loctite 2400® or equal, when
mounting the screws into the flange.

Use Silicone grease when mounting the O-rings.

Recommended torque:
For Steel Flange M10 Screws: 35 Nm.
For Aluminum Flange M8 Screws: 25 Nm.

Do not overtightening the screws.

Note!
Bolt should be tightening in a cross-wise sequence.

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2.2.6 FWD and RED marking pointing in ships forward direction

To be absolutely sure that the transducers are correctly seated and FLUSH WITH
THE HULL, this must be verified from outside the ship. If necessary, this must be
readjusted also after the above alignment procedure.

2.2.7 For adjusting to the aliment

For rotate the SAL R1 TRU Easy Tank you can use
the two gouges ”Red arrows” when the bolts are not
tightened.

If the steel version of the SAL Ra1 Easy Tank is to be

installed submerged it is recommended to protect the
side part of the flange with corrosion protective
treatment, but never paint the top part who are
made of bronze.

Note! The aluminium version of Easy Tank shall not be installed submerged.

2.2.8 Running the Transducer unit (TRU) cable

After the TRU has been mechanically mounted, the cable should be securely fastened
to the bulkhead all the way to the mounting place for the ELC. Leave a coil of
sufficient length of TRU cable close to the TRU, to allow for retraction. The cable
coil must be strapped and may not hang down and swing freely.

Note!
The TRU cable shall run directly to the ELC and shall not be cut off, shortened,
extended or by any other mean pass a junction box. To make sure that the SAL R1a
Easy Tank performance is not affected the cable shall not be laid close to other high

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voltage cables (440 VAC or more) or other high power or high frequency cables (e.g.
sonar, echo sounder, etc.).
Any excess cable length shall be coiled and strapped outside the ELC cabinet.
Do not store any excess cable length inside the ELC.
Any excess cable length inside will act as an antenna and may affect the electronics.

Note! The minimum coiling diameter 90 mm ” WTC cable”

2.2.9 SAL R1a Easy Tank / Part Numbers / Assembly Diagram

Version with Steel Flange

Drawing No: 5414109A01

Pos. Qty. Part no. Description
1 1 5493382 R1a Easy Tank Flange “kit”
6 6 - 5493389 Easy Tank M10 Washer
Included in 5493382
7 6 - 5494226 Screw M6S M10x45 SS
Included in 5493382
5 1 5492300 SAL R1 TRU Easy Tank 10m
2 1 - 5493387 O-Ring 42x4
Included in 5492300
3 1 - 5493388 O-Ring 96x4
Included in 5492300
4 1 - 5493386 Easy Tank Klinger Gasket
Included in 5492300

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2.2.10 SAL R1a Easy Tank / Part Numbers / Assembly

Diagram

Version with Aluminium alloy Flange

Drawing No: 5414113A01

Pos. Qty. Part no. Description

1 1 5493384 R1a Easy Tank Flange “kit”
7 6 - 5494221 Easy Tank M8 Washer
Included in 5493384
6 6 - 5494227 Aluminium Isolation Bushing
Included in 5493384
8 6 - 5494222 Screw M6S M8x50 SS
Included in 5493384
5 1 5492300 SAL R1 TRU Easy Tank 10m
2 1 - 5493387 O-Ring 42x4
Included in 5492300
3 1 - 5493388 O-Ring 96x4
Included in 5492300
4 1 - 5493386 Easy Tank Klinger Gasket
Included in 5492300

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Picture of 5492300 SAL R1 TRU Easy Tank with included O-Rings and Gasket

2.2.11 SAL R1a Easy Tank / Main dimensions

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2.3 6. Maintenance

2.3.1 Transducer replacement:

Parts below are needed whenever a TRU is replaced and/or partly used when
maintenance/service work is carried out.
1 pcs P/No: 5492300 SAL R1 Easy Tank TRU 10m WTC
Including O-rings and Klinger Gasket
1 pcs P/No: 5493383 Easy Tank Service kit, that consist of O-Rings,
Gasket and 6 pcs M10 screws/Washers for the
steel version of SAL R1a Easy Tank
Alternative for Aluminum hull
1 pcs P/No: 5494228 Easy Tank Service kit ALU that consist of
O-Rings, Gasket and 6 pcs M8 screws,Washers,
Isolation Bushing for the aluminium version of
SAL R1a Easy Tank

Note!
The SAL R1 Easy Tank Transducer is made with two gouges on each sides, to make it
easier for removal of the transducer.

2.3.2 General dry-docking and maintenance routines:

At dry-docking it is recommended to inspect/clean the TRU surface.

Care and caution should be carefully considered in order to protect the TRU sensor
surface during outside hull works, e.g. sand blasting, hull grinding, welding work,
painting, etc., thus also any temporary protecting cover of the TRU should be properly
removed/cleaned off before undocking as well as any marine growth should be
carefully removed.
Use no sharp-edged metallic tools!
Wooden/Plastic or cloth/rag based tools are normally enough for marine growth
removal.
Certain not too aggressive solvents may also be used with care.

Longer periods of slow steaming at low speed and/or extended periods of

idling/berthing/anchoring (weeks/months), specifically in tropical waters, tend to
result in rapid build-up of marine growth in the TRU vicinity as well as on the sensor
surface, thus the TRU should be inspected/cleaning and/or diver assisted under hull
cleaning.

Generally, also under normal sea-going operations, it is recommended to inspect the

TRU as necessary each 3 to 6 months in order to prevent marine growth which may
affect the speed log functionality and accuracy/reliability.

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3 ELC, ELECTRONICS UNIT INSTALLATION
3.1 Mechanical installation

Selecting location

 It must be possible to lay the 10 m cable from the TRU in such a way that it can
be dismounted in case of a TRU replacement.
Note: The cable must not be cut or extended.
 The location shall be easily accessible for installation and service. There must be
minimum 350 mm free space in front of the unit for opening the door to access the
electronics inside and there must be proper space for cables below the cabinet.
 The location shall be protected from weather and should offer a stable temperature
not outside the range 0 - 40°C.
 The location shall not expose the ELC for excessive vibration levels.
 The location shall not be permanently exposed to water.
 The location shall not be under open floor plates (gratings) or grating ladders.
 The location shall be far from electrical installations giving excessive electric
and/or magnetic fields, such as powerful electrical motors for ventilation, bow
thrusters etc.
 There must be a flat surface for mounting and to hold the four mounting
screws/bolts.
The overall dimensions and mounting details for the ELC are given in the figure
below.

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Dimensions:

Weight ELC 10kg

Cable gland
- 3x M20, designed for 9-13mm cable Mechanical mounting
- 3x 20mm Tapped holes - 4 x 6mm steel bolts.
- Use sealing washer to maintain
- Ground bolt M8 water tightness.

-IEC 60945 Tested NOTE:

- 400mm free space in front of
the unit

Speed Log
0735

SAL R1a 04

Main Unit - ELC

Part No 703800

é Consilium
Consilium Navigation AB, Stockholm, SWEDEN

Sealing washer outside

(4x)

Ground bolt

4 pcs 6 mm steel screws shall be used for mounting. Use plastic sealing washers
supplied to maintain water tightness.

3.2 Electrical Installation

Consider the ship's specific wiring diagram, depending on which units are included in
the order that may be delivered with this manual.

Wiring principles:
 The ELC shall be firmly grounded to the ship's metal hull structure.
 All wires shall be electrically shielded and all signal wiring shall be twisted
pairs. The mains supply will require a separate cable.
 For transmission of IEC 61162-1 Ed. 4/NMEA 0183 Ver. 4.00, analogue or
pulse signals, a cross-section of 0.5 mm² or more is required
 All connections to the ELC shall be made with screened cables!
 At least five connections shall always be used:

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1. A solid connection shall be made between the ship's metal hull structure
and the ground bolt at the bottom of the ELC cabinet. The cable area of
this connection shall be at least 10 mm², preferably using copper braid.
2. The AC power intake cable shall be brought to the 230 VAC terminals.
Connect to L1, L2 and GND. If the ELC power supply is set for 115 VAC
the same terminals may also be used for this voltage, see Mains Power
options below.
3. The TRU cable cores with terminal pins marked 1-2 and 4-5 shall be
connected to terminal 1-2, 4-5.
Note! Leave the terminal number 3 open/not connected on the R1a ELC.
Connect the ring cable shoe on the yellow-green ground core to the
grounding bar at the bottom of the cabinet.
4. Connect the TRU cable screen braid to the ELC cable gland as described
below.
Note! Do not cut or alter the cable properties. If the cable is cut or
violated the warranty will not be valid.
5. The NMEA output cable and any other signal outputs should be brought
through appropriate cable glands to other users. NMEA output is found on
terminals 50 (A) and 51 (B). NMEA input is found on terminals 40 (A)
and 41 (B). If an LPU2 (or other extension or distribution device) is used
in the installation, the cable shields should be connected firmly there and
not in the ELC. If cables are brought directly to users, displays, etc.,
grounding shall be done firmly in the ELC.

 All supplied cable glands are designed to terminate the cable screen braid
directly to the ELC cabinet through the cable gland. This is a precaution to
maintain proper EMC protection. If more cable glands than those supplied are
needed, other EMC types maybe used.

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Terminal Signal name Function
1 TRU ch1 Transducer connection
2 TRU ch1 Transducer connection
3 TRU gnd Not to be connected
4 TRU ch2 Transducer connection
5 TRU ch2 Transducer connection
7 0VDC Signal ground
8-9 200 p/NM relay1 Speed information (200 contact closures / NM)
10-11 200 p/NM relay2 Speed information (200 contact closures / NM)
18 Analog out Speed information (0.1V / knots)
19 0VDC Signal ground (for analog out)
24-25-26 LFA (NO-C-NC) Log Fail Alarm
40 NMEA A in NMEA in for Speed Log Master Display
41 NMEA B in NMEA in for Speed Log Master Display
50 NMEA A out NMEA out
51 NMEA B out NMEA out
52 + VDC for SD indicators Power for SD4
53 0 VDC for SD indicators Power for SD4
54 +12VDC in (optional supply) Not to be connected
55 0VDC in (optional supply) Not to be connected

L1 230/115VAC Mains Power supply

L2 230/115VAC Mains Power supply
GND PE Protective Earth/Ground

Table 2 Connections for R1a

Correct mounting of EMC-type cable gland on TRU cable and on other cables:

C B A
D

1. Remove the protecting cover/strap on the cable, to expose and free the
prepared screen braid for proper ground termination.

2. Push the parts “A” and “B” (with rubber packing) over the cable outer
insulation sheath in the order shown.

3. “Push/Fold” down the screen braid “C” over the top of part “B”.

4. Push cable with “B” part firmly into the fixed part “D” of the cable gland
ensuring that the screen braid makes contact inside “D”.

5. Firmly tighten cap nut “A”.

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Mains Power options
At delivery the ELC is adapted to a nominal voltage of 230VAC. It is however
possible to change the nominal voltage to 115VAC. When this is done precaution
must be taken to prevent the ELC from being connected to 230VAC, as this would
damage the unit.

P9 (Behind front panel):

115VAC-transformer
connector

P8:
230VAC-transformer
connector

To change to a nominal
voltage of 115VAC, cut
out the lower right corner
of the front panel using a
side cutter and move the
transformer connector
from position P8 to P9.

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4 SET-UP GUIDE
The Set-Up procedure includes all steps after the mechanical and electrical
installations have been performed and up to the calibration of the speed log.
(For calibration details refer to User Guide.)
The Set-Up Guide is limited to short instructions and it is therefore recommended to
use it as a check list. For errors or disruptions during the Set-Up procedure, please
refer to Trouble-Shooting Guide and/or re-check installation details.

4.1 Pre-Set-Up procedure

This paragraph provides information concerning the preparative checks and
procedures to be done as a completion of the electrical installation before supplying
the ELC unit with power and before performing the system Set-Up procedure:

Note: Powering the Speed Log System is not included in the Pre-Set-Up procedure.

Each electrical installation needs to be completed by below Pre-Set-up procedure.

Therefore it is recommended to double check the below points before connecting
power to the unit:

 Clean out and remove any possible foreign particles and installation work
residues from the cabinet(s).
 Carry out a visual inspection of the installed components and cables referring
to the layout of the unit and to the interconnection drawings.
 Check that the connection terminals have a firm grip on the cable wires.
 Check that cable glands have a firm grip and tightened around the cables.
 Check that the Transducer/TRU cable screen braid is firmly grounded inside
the cable gland of the Electronics unit/ELC.
 Check that the TRU cable is connected to intended terminals and that the
yellow-green ground wire is connected to the ground bar.
 Any excess length of the TRU cable shall be neatly coiled and strapped near
the ELC. NEVER CUT THE CABLE or alter/violate its properties!
 At the Sea Valve/TRU site the cable shall have a sling/coil allowing retraction
of TRU for service/maintenance.
 Check for proper cable bends to assure not being stress bended.
 Check that ground connections to ship’s hull are duly tightened.
 Before power-up carefully verify the Mains power voltage and the integrity of
the fuses.
 Also verify that the transducer is correctly installed fully down in working
position/seated and longitudinally aligned. Refer to TRU mounting
procedures.

4.2 Set-up and testing

See section 2, Setting-up guide.

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5 SD4-3 DISPLAY INSTALLATION
5.1 Mechanical installation
The display can be mounted on any flat panel or surface. The four mounting holes
enable mounting of the display with four supplied M5 screws from the front using
supplied M5 nuts on the backside or alternatively M5 threaded holes in the panel.
A panel cut-out, shown below, must be made for the 10-pole cable connector.

The SD4 unit itself is watertight when mounted into and sealed with the supplied
gasket, and the Teflon washers for the screw caps, against a flat panel/console with
dry internal atmosphere.

Alternative mounting accessories:

- SD4 BMB Bulkhead Mounting Box for bulkhead surface installation.

The overall dimensions and mounting details for the SD4 display are given in the
figure below:

The picture shows an SD4-2, but the dimensions for the SD4-3 are the same.

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5.2 Electrical Installation
Consider the ship's specific wiring diagram, depending on which units are included in
the complete scope of supply.

List of connections
The list of terminal Nos. and connections is labelled on backside of the unit.
Term#
1 NMEA A in
2 NMEA B in
3 NMEA A out
4 NMEA B out
5 Pulse output (Menu setting: LP6)
6
7 Ext Dim –
8 Ext Dim +
9 0 VDC
10 10 - 32 VDC (12 or 24 VDC nominal)

A ground screw is located below the detachable connector on the backside

of the SD4. Connect a grounding wire from this screw to ship's ground.
Before powering the display:
 Carry out a visual inspection of the installed cables referring to the layouts of
the unit and to the interconnection drawings.
 Check that cable terminations have a firm grip of the cable wires.

5.3 Speed Log Master Display

To remotely control the Menu system in speed logs and possible other equipment in
the speed log system one SD4 display positioned on the bridge is used as a remote
control. This SD4 display is named Speed Log Master Display and has to be marked
in such a way that it is clearly distinguishable from all other displays connected to the
log system.

The Speed Log Master Display can also be used to remotely control the dimming
function in other SD4 displays connected to the system. In installations where more
than one SD4 display are connected as Speed Log Master Display, those additional
displays are primarily connected with remote control functionality to be able to
control the dimming function in other SD4 displays but can also be used to control the
Menu system in speed logs and other equipment. Those additional remote displays do
not have to be labelled but the remote control function shall be clearly indicated in
installation drawings and other documentation.

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5.3.1 Positioning of the Speed Log Master Display
The Speed Log Master Display is preferably positioned on the bridge where it can be
accessed without interfering with the normal operation of the ship, for example at the
chart table.

5.3.2 Electrical connection

The Speed Log Master Display is connected with two-way communication to the
Speed Log system. This means that it has to be connected with one pair of wires
sending data to the display and one pair of wires sending data back to the Speed Log
system. Other displays without remote control functionality only have one pair of
wires sending data to the display.

Speed Log Master Display:

4 wires for the serial communication
2 wires for DC power supply
Other slave displays:
2 wires for the serial communication
2 wires for DC power supply

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5.3.3 Positioning of the labels

In every shipment of a SAL speed log a set of two labels are included inside the Speed
Log Main Unit – ELC. The installation company shall place these labels on and/or
adjacent to the dedicated Speed Log Master Display.

One label, with the text "Master", is intended for placing on the front foil surface of
the display.
The other label, with the text "Speed Log Master Display", is intended for placing on
the bridge console surface adjacent to or on the frame of the display itself.

The picture shows an SD4-2, but labelling should be the same for the SD4-3.

For set-up of desired local properties as well as intended functions, depending on

actual optional equipment and/or accessories installed, the below table and “Menu
mode” description provide adequate information.

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5.4 Menu Mode

The Mode window of the SD4-3 Display can also be set to Menu mode. The Menu
mode is used for internal settings of the display and when SD4-3 is used as a remote
display for other units e.g. the R1a/WTU menu structure or for remotely dimming of
other SD-displays.

The Menu mode is reached by pressing the Mode button for minimum 5 sec.
The Mode window will switch to show the text “PRESS ENTER FOR MENU”. Then
press the Enter button (Reset Trip) within 5 seconds.
The Mode window will now show the current menu and the upper window will
maintain the speed presentation sent out from the WTU.

Three buttons under the Mode window have now changed to alternative functions.
These are lit in red text below relevant button.
From left to right the buttons now have the following functions:

Mode: Will inform which remote device that is connected.

Esc: “Blank”. When in “Remote Device menu” Esc is used to leave the “Remote
Device menu” (i.e. the WTU menu). When not in “Remote Device menu”
Esc has the same function as Menu and Enter pressed simultaneously (see
Menu-button below).

Menu: “Trip/DIST”. Is used alone, or together with Arrow down (-), or together
with Enter, to move/navigate in the menus as described below.
Menu alone, will display next menu, i.e. step forward on same menu level.
Menu and Arrow down (-) pressed simultaneously will display previous
menu, i.e. step backwards on same menu level.
Menu and Enter pressed simultaneously will move up one menu level,
except when leaving the “Remote Device menu”. For this instead use Esc.

Enter: “Reset Trip” is used to save changed values/settings or to move to sub-

menus.

“Arrow down” and “Arrow up” are used to change status, e.g. Write Access
OFF/ON, and /or to change set values.

Note: When being in the Menu System and no button is pressed for 3 minutes, the
Mode window will return to previous information displayed before the Menu System
was entered.

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5.5 SD4-3 in Menu Mode

The Menu mode has three “Local Menus” and one “Remote Device menu” on the first
set-up level:
 SD4-3 LOCAL. This is the start menu when entering the Menu mode. If one
or more other displays are remotely dimmed from the display, this menu
shows a second text line and can easily be used to turn the remote dimming
function ON/OFF.
 LP0 PROPERTIES. This menu contains sub-menus for local setting-up of the
display.
NB! Do not change to Write Access ON without special training.
 LS0 REMOTE SETUP. This menu contains sub-menus for setting-up when
the display is used as a Speed Log Master Display.
NB! Do not change to Write Access ON without special training.
 R0 REMOTE DEV. On a designated Speed Log Master Display this menu
provides access to a Remote Device, e.g. SAL R1a/ WTU menu structure.
NB! Verify the setting in menu LS7, normally ON is default.

5.6 Write and read only access

Default for sub-menus when entering the menu system is read only access, i.e. the
Mode window shows WRITE ACCESS OFF.

When changing to Write Access ON (“+” and confirmed by Enter) then sub-menus
are accessible for changes. Be careful to change intended parameters only. When
leaving sub-menus the write access is automatically set to OFF.

5.7 Menu functions

The complete list for fast indexing of the Menu System, available for the daily user, is
included below under headline “Menu function summary”.

A Menu Structure chart for the SD4-3/WTU is found under Section E Appendix.

Special menus for testing can be found under Trouble-shooting.

5.8 Standby STW

This function can be used to temporarily deactivate the STW speed log. When using
the standby function the SD4 has to be connected with two-way NMEA
communication to the Speed Log system such as the Speed Log Master Display.

Set the local menu LP2.23, STANDBY STW, to ON.

WARNING! The standby mode is not valid/intended for normal operation. The
standby mode must only be used for special purposes and under special circumstances
to avoid or limit interfering and repeated alarm conditions from user systems
disturbing bridge personnel.

Procedure for the user:

Press Mode to toggle the Mode window to show:

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STW ACTIVE
[-+] FOR STANDBY

Press and release both DIM buttons, (- and +) simultaneously to deactivate the STW
Speed Log.
When deactivated the Mode window will show:

STW DEACTIVATED
ANY KEY TO START

To start/activate the STW Speed Log, press any key.

If the SD4 Mode window shows:

STW UNIT STANDBY

NOT POSSIBLE

the SD4 did not establish contact with the STW Speed Log due to older software in
the WTU and/or that the SD4 is not connected with two-way NMEA communication
to the SAL Speed Log system.

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5.9 Menu function summary
Note! Only the most commonly used menus for a SAL R1a are listed below.

Menu no. Menu name Default setting Function

SD4-3 SD4-4
BASIC SD4- LOCAL
MENU
LP0 PROPERTIES Select properties menu
LP1 SD4 TYPE 3 4 X = defines type of display,
SD4- [X] e.g. SD4-1..SD4-4 (factory
setting)
LP2 MODE WINDOW Lists user selected information
to be shown in the MODE
window
ON = shown
OFF = not shown
LP2.01 DIST WATER ON OFF Total distance counter of STW
(resulting)
LP2.04 TRIP WATER ON OFF Trip distance counter of STW
(resulting)
LP2.09 DIST+TRP WAT OFF OFF DIST WAT and TRIP WAT
are displayed simultaneously
LP2.15 SPEED STW-L OFF ON STW longitudinal
LP2.21 ALERT ON OFF Display Alert messages
(PSALW..)
LP2.23 STANDBY STW OFF OFF Deactivates valid STW NMEA
to invalid STW NMEA

LP3 STARTUP DIM 50% 50% Default brightness after a reset.

[50%]
LP4 NEG SPD USE OFF OFF Longitudinal distance counters
[OFF] and pulse output off at
negative/astern speed.
LP5 LP5 EXT INPUT DIM DIM Sets functions of external
[DIM] inputs: DIM or SDR2
LP6 LP6 EXT OUTPUT STW-L STW-L 200 P/NM STW-L
[200 P/NM STW-L] 200 P/NM SOG-L
Enables function of external
output.
LP7 NMEA GATE OFF OFF CAUTION! Always OFF when
THROUGH [OFF] connected back to the Speed
Log system. (Only used if
more displays are connected in
series)
LP8 NMEABAUDRATE 4800 4800 4800/(38400 not to be used!)
[4800] CAUTION. Do not change!
LP9 SW REVISION xx = current Software revision.
704021xx

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Menu no. Menu name Default setting Function
LPB SPEED VALUES 2 OFF OFF Displays speed values with two
DECIMALS [OFF] decimals, when enough space
LPD RESET TOTAL
LPD.01 RESET TOT NO NO YES = resets internal total
CONFIRM [NO] distance counter(s) of the SD4
to zero.
LPE SET DEFAULT
MENU
PARAMETERS
LPE.01 RESET MEN NO NO YES = resets all menu
CONFIRM [NO] parameters in the SD4 to
default values. (Depending on
type of SD4)

LS0 REMOTE SETUP Select Remote setup menu

LS1 SD4 ID 4 4 ID number between 0-26.
[4] Other SD4 displays that have
entered this ID in menu LS3
can remotely DIM this display.
LS2 DIM OFFSET 0 0 Offset from remote DIM
[0 %] command
LS3 REMOTE DIM SD4 displays that have
ID corresponding ID numbers will
be remotely dimmed from this
SD4.
Maximum 4 IDs can be
entered.
LS3.01 REMOTE DIM The first SD4 ID to be entered.
ID [ ]
LS3.02 REMOTE DIM The second SD4 ID to be
ID [] entered.
LS3.03 REMOTE DIM The third SD4 ID to be
ID [] entered.
LS3.04 REMOTE DIM The fourth SD4 ID to be
ID [] entered.
LS4 HEARTBEAT 30 30 Time between heartbeats are
TIMEOUT [30]S sent to the remote device.
LS5 MENU ACKN. 2 3 Maximum time for
TIMEOUT [X]S acknowledge signal from the
remote device.
LS6 SD2 REMOTE OFF OFF On = makes it possible to
DIM [OFF] remotely DIM old SD1/SD2
displays.
LS7 R0 REMOTE ON ON Enables menu R0 to allow
ENABLED [ON] remote connection to other
device(s).
OFF = disables menu R0.

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Menu no. Menu name Default setting Function
R0 REMOTE DEV Access to menu system in
CONNECT remote device(s). (LS7 defines
if this menu shall be enabled)
R1 DEVICE 1 OF X X: number of available remote
<NAME> (<ID>) device(s).
NAME: name of the remote
device.
ID: remote device identity.
R2 DEVICE 2 OF X X: number of available remote
<NAME> (<ID>) device(s).
NAME: name of the remote
device.
ID: remote device identity.
R3 …, etc. There will be as many R menus
as there are remote devices
connected and identified.

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