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Simrad AP44 VRF High Capacity Autopilot Pack w/HS65 GNSS Compass [000-16505-001]

Simrad AP44 VRF High Capacity Autopilot Pack w/HS65 GNSS Compass [000-16505-001]

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AP44 VRF High Capacity Autopilot Pack with HS65 GNSS Compass

The AP44 Autopilot Controller combines Simrad Continuum steering technology with a full colour display, intuitive rotary dial and button controls, and modern glass helm styling. Free your hands from the wheel, cruise in comfort, and discover new ways to search for fish; this dedicated controller offers easy access to automated turn patterns, No Drift steering, depth contour tracking, and other advanced pilot features. Connect your chartplotter to add waypoint and route navigation, and enjoy full autopilot control from compatible Simrad displays.

Features:

  • Rotary-dial course adjustment with intuitive autopilot control
  • Optically bonded 4.1-inch color display
  • Easy setup with auto-tuning and calibration
  • Simrad Continuum steering technology
  • Intuitive autopilot control
  • Automated turn patterns
  • No Drift steering
  • Depth contour tracking
  • Low-profile ‘Glass Helm’ design
  • Low power consumption
  • Certified NMEA 2000® connectivity

Intuitive Autopilot Control

The point of a dedicated autopilot controller is to enable immediate access to auto-steering functionality, placing key controls within easy reach. Designed with that purpose in mind, the AP44 includes an intuitive interface with just four buttons and a push-to-enter rotary control dial.

Automated Turn Patterns

Your Simrad autopilot can do much more than keep you on course. The AP44 gives you easy access to a range of built-in turn patterns designed to assist with fishing, diving, or just making a quick and efficient U-turn.

Simrad Continuum Steering

Every Simrad steering innovation builds upon a legacy encompassing over sixty years of autopilot development, which continues today at Simrad Yachting’s autopilot research hub in Norway.

Easy Setup with Auto-Tuning & Calibration

Autopilot installation and commissioning doesn’t have to be difficult or time-consuming. The AP44 offers automatic tuning to ensure optimal auto-steering performance, with a simple on-screen commissioning process including dockside configuration and sea trial.

NAC-3

The NAC-3 Autopilot Computer is the brain behind your autopilot system. NAC-3 contains the control algorithms developed to helm a yacht across a broad range of weather conditions and sea-states, alongside the electronics needed to operate a hydraulic or mechanical drive unit, while also interfacing with other components, including heading sensors and rudder feedback units. The NAC-3 was designed for boats 10 meters (33 feet) or greater in length and is rated to operate high-current hydraulic drives, mechanical drive units, and solenoid valves with a current rating of 30 Amps continuous (50 Amps peak).

HS65 GNSS Compass

Simplicity of a compass and a GNSS receiver in one. Heading, Rate of Turn, Pitch, Heave, and Roll. Accurate heading based on dual GNSS data, free from magnetic interference. Easy Installation with NMEA2000 connectivity, Heading derived by dead reckoning using accelerometers when the signal is lost. Supports satellite-based augmentation systems (SBAS). Multiple mount options. Unique Selling Points: Heading accuracy without the restriction of magnetic interference to account for. Heading Accuracy of <2° RMS 10Hz ideal for Autopilot and MARPA applications. <90seconds cold start, Dead Reckoning for heading up 3 minutes following loss of satellite data. Position <1 Meter 10Hz Pitch/Roll Accuracy <1.5° RMS Sleek design Backup magnetic compass with <3° RMS* Heave <30CM RMS Supports GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BEIDOU, QZSS1 Constellation options with SBAS Options for Flush, Raised or Pole mount 640mm/2ft NMEA2000 Fly-lead Low profile mounting adaptor for various installation types.

SteadySteer™ Flow Switch

Smoother steering. Use the helm to control the autopilot for greater ease of use. Steer manually through turns - convenient manual override. Autopilot engages automatically on straight legs. Seamless and intuitive boat control. Fuzz-free autopilot operation for hydraulic steering. Navigate safely with SteadySteer, functionality for autopilot systems that allows boaters to take immediate, manual control of the vessel through turns without having to disengage the autopilot. Coming out of turns, SteadySteer automatically reengages the autopilot once a new heading is established.

Control the Autopilot with the Helm

SteadySteer automatically disengages the autopilot when you turn the vessel manually and then reengages the autopilot when you have established a new heading. No key-presses, no alarms – just turn the helm.

Less Distractions – Just Drive

No need to look at a display or push buttons to change course; merely point the bow to your destination.

In The Box:

  • 000-13289-001 - AP44 Controller
  • 000-13250-001 - NAC-3 Computer 
  • 000-16235-001 - HS65 Compass - 
  • 000-15445-002 - Pump-3
  • 000-10760-001 - N2K Autopilot Backbone Starter Kit
  • 000-15734-001 - SteadySteer™ Flow Switch
  • 000-0119-86 - N2K Cable - 4.5m (15ft)
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