Description
AP44 VRF High Capacity Autopilot Pack - AP44, NAC-3, Precision 9 Pump-3 MK2
The AP44 Autopilot Controller combines Simrad Continuum steering technology with a full-color 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 chart plotter to add waypoint and route navigation, and enjoy full autopilot control from compatible Simrad displays.
Features:
- Rotary-dial course adjustment with new 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 don'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 up to 10M (33') in length and is suitable for low-current hydraulic drives, mechanical drives, or solenoid valves with a current rating of 30 Amps continuous (50 Amps peak).
Precision-9
The Precision-9 Compass supplies heading and rate-of-turn information to Simrad, B G, and Lowrance autopilot, radar, and navigation systems. Based on reliable solid-state sensor technology, this compact compass offers easy installation aboard any vessel.
Pump-3 MK2
The PUMP-3 MK2 type 2 is a reversible hydraulic steering pump for boats up to 50ft.
Unique Selling Points:
- Heading, Rate Of Turn (ROT), roll, and pitch output over NMEA 2000
- Heading and ROT calculated using sensor data from 9 axes of rotation and motion
- Accurate and reliable solid-state sensor technology
- Heading accuracy after calibration
- Easily adjustable mounting bracket allows bulkhead or up-mast installation
- IPX7 waterproof. Best in class
- Simple installation with a single NMEA 2000 connection
The Simrad AP44 VRF High Capacity Autopilot Pack provides advanced navigation and steering control for vessels up to 33 feet, combining innovative technology with user-friendly design. Featuring the NAC-3 Autopilot Computer, this system ensures precise helm control across various sea conditions, thanks to control algorithms optimized for low-current hydraulic and mechanical drives. The pack includes the Precision-9 compass, which delivers reliable heading and rate-of-turn data using solid-state sensor technology, and the Pump-3 MK2 hydraulic pump, suitable for boats up to 50 feet, offering reversible steering capabilities. Designed for easy installation, the system supports NMEA 2000 connectivity, streamlining integration with existing navigation setups.
The AP44 autopilot controller boasts a 4.1-inch optically bonded color display, an intuitive rotary dial, and minimal controls for quick access to essential functions. With features like automated turn patterns, No Drift steering, and depth contour tracking, it enhances fishing, diving, or general cruising efficiency. The interface enables straightforward auto-tuning and calibration, reducing setup time and ensuring optimal performance. Its low-profile glass helm design combines modern aesthetics with functional ergonomics, making it suitable for flush or surface mount installations. Certified for NMEA 2000 networks, the system allows seamless communication between components, providing reliable data exchange and control.
Whether you seek automated navigation, precise helm control, or advanced steering features, the Simrad AP44 VRF Autopilot Pack delivers a comprehensive solution. Its robust construction, IPX7 waterproof rating, and straightforward installation make it an ideal upgrade for recreational boaters looking for reliable, easy-to-use autopilot capabilities. The system's compact size and low power consumption further enhance its suitability for a wide range of vessels, ensuring consistent and efficient autopilot operation for years to come.
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
- Automated turn patterns for fishing and diving
- No Drift steering for steady navigation
- Depth contour tracking for precise depth management
- Low-profile glass helm design for modern aesthetics
- Low power consumption for efficiency
- Certified NMEA 2000 connectivity for seamless system integration
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