Simrad AP70 MkII Starter Kit Includes AP70 MkII + AC70 + RF300 After six years in the market, time has come to adjust the Simrad Pro autopilot line-up. AP70 Mk2 will replace the workhorses AP70 and AP80 as our IMO/SOLAS autopilot controller. AP70 Mk2 reuses much of the well-reputed platform of its predecessors, with a new brilliant display and modernised software. AP70 Mk2 is a dedicated autopilot controller designed to meet the needs of professional mariners aboard a variety of commercial vessels. AP70 Mk2 will include all the features of AP70 and AP80 and will be compatible with the same range of autopilot computers, remote controllers and interface to 3rd party navigation equipment as its predecessors. Engineered for responsiveness, robustness and ease of use, the AP70Mk2 pairs a precision rotary control dial with dedicated buttons for instant access to steering modes, several custom-configurable Work modes and multiple rudder/thruster integration. Key Features- Wheelmarked for use on board SOLAS vessels (IMO, MED-B)
- Continuum steering technology
- Advanced configuration and tuning options to suit all ships
- Compatible with all common rudder/drive types
- Proven Simrad interface designed for commercial marine applications
- Large, heavy-duty rotary control dial for precision steering
- Optically bonded 5-inch colour display with 170° viewing angle
- Up to 6 rudders/thrusters integration
- Heavy-duty rudder feedback support
- Configurable work modes and low/high speed modes
- No Drift steering holds course against wind and tide
- Navigation steering, route following
- Flush or bracket mounting options
- Command transfer and multiple control stations support
Unique Selling Points- Thruster Integration & Rudder Feedback Support. The AP70 Mk2 enables simultaneous autopilot control of up to 6 rudders and thrusters by adding optional AD80 or SD80 interface modules. The thrusters can be set to engage automatically below a user-defined speed threshold, and configured separately for normal and Work modes. The AP70 Mk2 also supports specialized heavy-duty rudder feedback units designed for reliable operation aboard commercial vessels.
Additional features Simrad AP70 Mk2 systems- Compatible with SG05 Pro CAN-CAN autopilot computer
- Handshake signals with steering gear
- Pendulum ferry function
- Pulse speed log
- External Follow-Up control
- External mode control
- BNWAS signalling
- Multiple control stations
- Advanced command transfer function
- Configurable thruster control Automatic/Manual
- Advanced settings and tuning options
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