GyroPilot and GP + Quick Start Guide
Thank you for purchasing a Navicom Dynamics GyroPilot. This sheet is
intended as a quick-start guide for first-time use. For a full operator’s manual,
please login to www.navicomdynamics.com.
A GLANCE AT GyroPilot
•GyroPilot unit
•GyroPilot to AIS Pilot Plug data and charging cable
•GyroPilot dry-pouch carry bag
•GyroPilot + (Optional)
•Mains to USB power supply unit (with various country adapters)
CHARGING & TURNING ON
We recommended that you fully charge the GyroPilot unit before its first use.
In order to do this:
•Plug the USB cable into the power supply unit then plug the power supply
unit into the mains.
•Plug the AIS Pilot Plug into the GyroPilot.
•Observe the LED on the front of the GyroPilot –solid blue means the unit
is charging.
NOTE: If the unit is in storage, it is recommended to store the unit at half charge
and to recharge at least once every month.
A firm press of the power button for around 3 seconds is required for switching
the unit on and off. The unit will produce three audible clicks when turned on.
WIRELESS CONNECTION (BT & Wi-Fi)
For Wi-Fi, connect to the SSID that matches the GyroPilot serial number i.e.
‘GP3000’ then gather data from IP address: 192.168.10.10 / port 5003
For Bluetooth versions, connect to the device’s virtual COM port. Once a
connection is established, the link LED will change to blue.
SETUP & OPERATION
1. With the GyroPilot switched off, place it on a flat surface in the required
location, and connect it to the vessel’s Pilot Plug using the cable supplied.
2. Switch the device on. From this point onwards, do not touch the
GyroPilot, as this will disturb the gyro, resulting in incorrect readings.
3. Once the GyroPilot has locked onto AIS signals from the Pilot Plug and
has calibrated its gyro (30 seconds), it will begin sending the following
data to the laptop or tablet over the wireless connection:
•all AIS messages received from the Pilot Plug (AIVDO & AIVDM)
•rate-of-turn and smoothed heading readings in NMEA format
HANDY TIP: In situations where AIS is not available, the GyroPilot has
the ability to use its own on-board GNSS receiver to provide low-
accuracy position for emergency use.
SETUP WITH THE GyroPilot +
GyroPilot + is an addon module and acts as a GNSS antenna, providing
independent and highly accurate position data. It is recommended to
place the unit on the bridge wing with a clear view of sky.
Place the GyroPilot into pairing mode by holding the Configuration
button for 3 seconds. Then on the GyroPilot +, hold the configuration
button until the GNSS LED flashes red and blue. Both units will
automatically pair and the LED will change to blue. It is important to note
the physical position and enter the position and heading offsets into your
charting software.
