Simrad yachting catalog 2007

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2 AUTOSTEERING Electronic intelligence combined with powerful and reliable designs make sure you enjoy boating even more. 27

3 Tillerpilots Enjoy silence when sailing SIMRAD TP SERIES REMOTE COMMANDER High performance for small to mid range sailboats Simrad Tillerpilots are designed for high precision, reliable autosteering while drawing low current to optimise battery life. The hard wearing, waterproof body contains all controls and has been tested for many hours in total immersion. Exceptionally quiet in use the Tillerpilot gives fast and positive performance for effective steering in a wide range of sea states and wind conditions. A range of pilots offers performance to suit most small to medium sailboats. The TP22 and TP32 pilots offer easy interfacing to external devices using Simrad s proprietry network system, SimNet. When interfaced, enhanced options such as sail to wind or sail to waypoint are easily accessed via the key pad. Waterproof sealing! Separate pushrod seal system and double sealed electronics for maximum protection. The recommendations assume typical coastal sailing conditions and in circumstances where extended voyages or more extreme weather conditions are expected, the choice of a higher specification pilot is recommended including the full range of Simrad below deck pilots. Special features: Waterproof sealing for protection of the elements and reliable use Extremely quiet, enjoy the silence of sailing SimNet compatible, simple plug and play DIY installation (TP22 and TP32) Easy operation Remote Control for Tillerpilots The remote control, the HR22, enables the TP22 and TP32 to perform all of their most sophisticated functions from any position on board, for example, under the spray hood in rough weather. TP10 Yachts up to 33ft TP22 Yachts up to 36ft TP32 Yachts up to 39ft * * For TP22 and TP 32 only. CANTILEVER BRACKET PEDESTAL BRACKET PUSHROD EXTENSION TILLER BRACKET 28

4 AP12/AP14 Simple, powerful and reliable designs Autosteering Hydraulic pack Compass, course computer, drive unit, control head and linear feedback - all in one box. Suitable for Hydraulic steering: Outboard/stern drives Inboards With a choice of control heads... The Simrad AP12 and AP14 autopilots are two of the most reliable and best value for money and performance pilots on the market. Both autopilots use the same superbly designed autopilot computer for the hydraulic pack versions and microprocessor technology built into the sophisticated rotary drive unit for the cable steering versions. As with all Simrad autopilots, electronic intelligence has been incorporated to adjust the steering action to the state of the sea and wind. This will authomatically change the amount of helm that is required to hold the course and therefore maintain a more accurate and direct course. Rotary Drive pack Compass, rotary drive, and control head - all in one box. Suitable for Mechanical steering: Outboard/stern drives Features AP12/AP14 Fixed control AP12 The AP12 is a low profile, fixed surface mount control head with simple push button control and led indicators. Handheld AP14 The AP14 is a handheld control unit which has a clear LCD display showing heading and navigation information. It can also be easily operated while attached to the bulkhead bracket. Steer-to-GPS Both hydraulic systems and cable systems can be easily integrated to GPD via NMEA. Linked to your GPS, a single press of the Nav key tells the AP12 or AP14 to take its commands from your GPS, and follow a path to the next waypoint Automatic fine-tuning Different sea states and boat speeds require different degrees of helm to hold a course. The AP12 and AP14 both have an electronic intelligence that automatically adjusts their steering action accordingly. 29

5 Autopilot Introducing the helmsman that never gets tired SIMRAD AP SERIES REMOTE COMMANDER Reliability, performance and safety with the award-winning AP25 Autopilot Series The AP25 Autopilot Series, featuring the most sophisticated software for all the conditions that an autopilot is expected to operate, is for anyone who wants to enjoy boating and not be a full time helmsman. The AP25 family has a range of features to add more functionality for the user including Advanced Wind Steering, Optional Thruster Control, Turn Pattern Steering, Depth Contour Tracking, NoDrift Mode and Virtual Rudder Feedback, making these autopilots suitable for any recreational vessel up to 80 foot including sailboats and powerboats on short cruises or long passages, sport fishing, and for single-handed racing or with crew. Special features: A choice of autopilots, providing reliability, performance and safety All models in any combination can operate as second/third stations SimNet interface for integration to other Simrad products Integration with Volvo Penta Inboard Performance System IPS NMEA 0183 compatible and NMEA 2000 certified Simrad autopilots have received a total 39 NMEA (National Marine Electronics Association) Awards since c Advanced Wind Steering (AWS) AWS is ideal for single-handed sailing or racing. Utilises wind and GPS data simultaneously. Steers to apparent wind and lets the autopilot set the heading for velocity made good. Optional Thruster Control TI25 Thruster Interface unit enables control of the bow thruster. This functionality also makes it effortless to keep the bow facing the wind. Turn Pattern Steering A variety of steering patterns are selectable making customising the manoeuvres straight forward. When not using the Depth Contour Tracking you can circle or search fish for a better catch. 30

6 Autosteering AP16 Autopilot Compact, entry model with a large screen for easy to read matrix display of data. AP25 Autopilot With a full range of large instrument displays, the AP25 is not only an autopilot but an information centre for your boat too. The AP25 has a large 5 display, features a rotary course knob, and is easy to operate. AP26 Autopilot All the operational features of the AP25 in a compact model for vessels with limited space. AP27 Handheld Autopilot Handheld version of the AP26 autopilot, for busy crew. Depth Contour Tracking (DCT) Using a depth sounder or Echosounder, the autopilot is able to follow underwater ledges or user specified depth. This tool takes care of the steering allowing you to enjoy boating or fishing. NoDrift Mode Using a GPS navigator, there is no need to calculate for off-setting currents and winds. Just point to your destination without setting waypoints on the GPS. With NoDrift enabled, course can be changed at any time. Virtual Rudder Feedback (VRF ) The AP25 features the first ever Virtual Rudder Feedback. New software algorithms, makes the rudder feedback unit for outboards and stern drive boats redundant forever. 31

7 The brain The Autopilot Computer The autopilot computer contains advanced software algorithms and is the brain of the system. These incorporate position and navigation data from the GPS chartplotter and wind, speed and depth data from the instrument system. The output is a smooth proportional control of the rudder with the outmost precision providing excellent steering performance in any sea condition with a minimum of power consumption. The Autopilot Compass The performance of the heading sensor is essential for the autopilot. The best steering algorithms cannot compensate for an unstable and inaccurate heading reference. The AP25 series of autopilots comes with the latest generation of Mini Gyro (rate compass) as standard to offer you the best steering performance available. Remote controls Remote controls are very useful auxiliary equipment for the autopilot. You can power steer the boat from any wanted location, handheld or fix mount, using buttons or a lever. Remote course change and full follow-up control is also available depending on the model. Simrad AC05 Autopilot Computer - Intelligent steering for Volvo IPS via CAN. FU25 Autopilot Compass By adding the analog Simrad IS15 Rudder display you have an elegant rudder angle indicator to supplement your remote. JS10 Autopilot Computer specifications R3000X Autopilot Computer AC10 AC20 AC40 AC05 Standard application AP16 AP25/26/27 Optional All models Supply Voltage VDC VDC VDC VDC Motor current (cont. /peak) 6/12 A 10/20 A 20/40 A Solenoid output Total number of control units NMEA0183 ports I/O Clock/data interface Volvo Penta IPS 32

8 The muscle Autosteering Simrad autopilots and drive units steer the boat with precision and endurance through the toughest conditions and on the longest crossings. Drive units and hydraulic pumps Simrad develops powerful drive units based on long experience from the rough conditions in the North Atlantic Ocean as well as the high humidity and high temperatures in Florida and other tropical areas. They drive the rudder with precision and endurance through the toughest conditions and on the longest crossings. Several models are available to fit the various types and sizes of boat and steering systems. The Simrad range of reversible hydraulic pumps is easily adaptable to the boat s hydraulic hand steering system and allows the autopilot to have smooth and precise control. Rudder feedback Simrad rudder feedback units are high resolution units which contribute to gentle yet accurate steering that characterise the Simrad autopilots. They are rugged units designed to withstand the environment. Though Simrad now offers the virtual rudder feedback VRF for outboards and stern drive boats up to 40, it is neccesary to display rudder angle on your autopilot. Linear drives Hydraulic and mechanical linear drives are available for sailboats. When attached to the quadrant or tiller they have direct control of the rudder and the effect of slack in cables and wires are avoided. For stern drive boats with power assisted steering Simrad offers a special linear drive with built in rudder feedback and several mounting kits. Rudder feedback RF300 LF