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ARC 3000 Model by Quantum Controls
ARC 3000 Series Control with Adaptive Logic
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Quantum Controls for yacht, marine and boat stabilization
Roll Stabilization Underway
ARC 3000 Model

ARC Controls 3000 Series-  ARC 3000   ARC 3001   ARC 3010

ARC 3000 Model Control
     Quantum Controls supplies the ARC 3000 for vessels that utilize our hydraulically actuated fin roll stabilization systems, such as the QC 1000, 1500, and 1800. The ARC 3000 features Quantum's advanced Adaptive Logic, the sophisticated control system that adapts to changing sea conditions. This fully electronic multi-term control can also be used in the conversion process for those who wish to adapt older, mechanical gyro based systems to the exciting ARC 3000.

     There is no substitute for multi-term inputs, especially in the conditions that confounded older stabilizer controls, such as beam or following seas. The ARC 3000 can counter the motion created by confusing seas, as well as adjust for static heel or list.

     Tough conditions?
         Changing seas?
              Want total Comfort Control with fin stabilizers?

     The ARC 3000 from Quantum Controls is the yacht roll stabilizer control that sets the new standard of performance for the modern yacht and backed with Quantum experience, dedication, and quality.

Standard:
• Microprocessor control
• State of the art solid-state roll sensing device- totally electronic, no mechanical gyro
• Full three term control- roll angle, roll rate, roll acceleration
• Adaptive Logic- responds and adapts to changing sea conditions

Technical features:
• NMEA 0183 interface – connect to existing vessel speed instruments
• ARCBus- future serial bus to connect to ship management systems (in development)
• Remote control- optional

 
All ARC control heads:
Size: 245 x 152 x 150 mm (9.65” x 6” x 6”)
Weight: 3000 grams
Voltage: 24 VDC nominal (22…30V)
Power Consumption: < 15 Watt
Temperature Range: - 100 to + 500 C (140 F – 1220 F)
Environmental: IP67 (fitted)
 
Roll Sensing Device:
All ARC control systems receive roll information from the sophisticated Quantum solid-state roll sensor:
Dimensions: 50 x 125 x 60 mm (6” x 5” x 2.4”)
Weight: 100 grams
Voltage: 24 VDC nominal (22…30V)
Power Consumption: < 1.2 Watt
 
Fin Control Unit:
The fin control amplifier provides fin angle input to the control.
Dimensions: 250 x 125 x 90 mm (10” x 5” x 3.6”)
Weight: 1900 grams
Voltage: 24 VDC nominal (22…30V)
Power Consumption: < 96 Watt
Temperature Range: - 100 to + 500 C (140 F – 1220 F)
Environmental: IP65
 
User Controls on Front Panel:
The fin control amplifier provides fin angle input to the control.
ON Activates the system. This also controls the test mode, during a forced roll test.
OFF Deactivates system.
CENTER Centers the stabilizer fins when they are not in use
AUTO Switches system to Adaptive Roll Stabilization mode. In this mode settings are automatically updated when roll conditions change.
DIM Controls the brightness of front panel indicator lights.
MUTE Switches the alarm buzzer off when there is no alarm condition. Tests the alarm initiators and buzzer when there is no alarm condition.
MASTER Switches the system to local control when the system has a remote control unit and has been operated in remote.
ALARM
ANNUNCIATOR 		Normally invisible indicators light when alarm condition persists.
MASTER/REMOTE Two annunciator lights indicate whether the control of the system is at the local or the remote station.
SIGNAL Indicates that roll signals are being received from roll sensor unit.
MANUAL Switches system to manual stabilization control mode. When the system is in MANUAL, the user may adjust a number of settings to the required values. This mode is useful when the “most common denominator” approach of the Adaptive Logic system is not preferred.

The user may set the following four control inputs:
STABILIZE Gain control
LIST CONTROL Determines the extent (from 0 – maximum) the stabilizers will try to compensate for the vessel's natural list, or the induced (wind, sea, etc.) list or heel.
BEAM/FOLLOW Determines the controller behavior under different sea conditions. The general rule here is to set the control to more SEA position when the waves have durations (measured in seconds) that are close to the ship's “natural roll period”. The same control is set toward FOLLOW when the wave durations are not close to the ship's natural roll period or when the seaway is confused and erratic.
STATIC FIN ANGLE Can be used to give fins an angle independent from the feedback signals from the roll sensor unit. The range is from 0 degrees to 50% of maximum fin angle (25…350).

FIN ANGLE DISPLAY Uses LED's to show fin angles
 
At the rear of the of the controller unit the following additional connections and interfaces can be found:
NMEA 0183 Interface: Used to connect the system to an electronic speed log. When connected, the system stabilization gain and maximum fin angle can be made speed dependent, This feature is especially important for fast vessels to prevent unwanted drag, and to prevent overloading the fins and shafts.
ARC-bus: A serial bus used to connect the remote control unit to the system. The bus will be made compatible with NMEA 2000. (In development)
The back of the case also has glands for power, fin control, and roll sensing cable connections. Additional functions such as a floating “system ON” relay, and a “Center Fins” input (for connection to a micro switch) are available through a separate cable gland.
 
 
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Quantum-Med Marine Ltd.
Castle Emplacement
St. Peter Port, Guernsey
Channel Islands GY1 1AU
Phone: 00 44 (0)1481 715 399
Fax: 00 44 (0)1481 715 362
Email- npiper@quantum-medmarine.com