The autopilot with more
The system can be integrated with navigational aids such as a GPS or GPS plotter to provide way point steering, or in addition can become a timer fixed commercial watch alarm.
Features
JOG lever input
Luminescent front panel for ease of use at night
Up to two remote steering positions
3 heading input options
Off course alarm
Timer adjustable or fixed for use as a commercial watch alarm
Current heading lock on
Waypoint Steering (when interfaced with GPS plotter)
Rate of turn adjustment
Counter rudder
Display Modes
Standby Mode:
The autopilot displays the current magnetic heading and will not apply any steering control.
GPS Mode:
When receiving information from a GPS unit, the autopilot can steer a vessel along a preset track to a precise latitude and longitude.
Auto Mode:
The autopilot will maintain your boat on the selected magnetic course. Course can be set via the keypad panel, changed by rotating the large knob or recalled from a stored course with the PRESET button. Where fitted, the course can also be controlled via a remote control unit.
Commercial Watch Timer:
For vessels under survey. The timer can be set to give a warning alarm at a fixed preset time and provide an output control signal for a loud external alarm 1 minute after the internal alarm sounds.
Power Steer:
The rudder angle may be controlled by the large control knob on the main panel or from one of the remote steering stations.
Watch Timer:
A timer can be set for 1 to 120 minutes. When the time expires, an alarm sounds. Uses include timing of trawling runs or a reminder to check for anchor drag at set periods.
Note: An external alarm piezo siren must be fitted.
Standard Inclusions
AP9 Control unit
Electronic compass sensor with 5 metres of cable
Rudder Feedback Unit (Heavy Duty)
Operation manual
Connection Diagram
Accessories & Option Extras
Rudder Feedback
Mechanical Drive
Octopus Reversing Pump
L&S Linear Drive
Rudder Angle Indicator
Steering Lever
Remote
Specifications
| Dimensions: | (W) 309mm x (H) 140mm x (D) 65mm (Allow for rear cable connection) |
| Voltage: | 12-24 volts DC |
| Current: | Manual - 0.4 amps. Auto - 1.0 amps. Max: 15 amps |
| Controls: | Rotary and Push button |
| Display: | LED |
| Course Detection: | Better than 1 degree |
| Nav. Signal: | NMEA 0183 |
| Watch Alarm: | Adjustable 0/60 minutes |
| Course Alarm: | Adjustable |
| Rudder Ratio: | 0.1:1.0 to 1.0:1.0 |
| Rudder Limits: | Front panel adjustable |
| Sensitivity: | 0 - 10 degrees |
Downloads
AP9 Downloads
Download the AP9 Autopilot BrochureSupport
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