AP50 Autopilot System Pack 1 with AP50, J50 (12 Amps), Rudder Feedback RF300 & RC25 Compass

Model: AP50 Brand: Simrad

The system can be expanded with a large selection of type approved options and accessories. - Stick The AP50 is the most advanced and flexible autopilot ever made by Simrad, can now be equipped with a remote control with far superior functionality. The Simrad AP50 with Quick - Stick offers faster and better maneuvering with or without thruster(s) installed. Quick mode selection and course changes can be made, all by finger tip control at your favorite station indoor or on the open deck. With the Quck - Stick connected, the autopilot performance and functionality can be greatly enhanced. Feautures and benefits are easily available without having to be within reach of the AP50 main station. Intelligent Steering The steering performance in the AP50 sets the industry standard. The new steering algorithms in the AP50 is the result of over 50 years of steering experience. The special Auto - Heading feature is based on experience from the very demanding offshore market. The AP50 will provide precise steering, using the least amount of rudder movements necessary. Work Modes Simrad's WORK mode has been taken to the next level in the AP50 autopilot. The Auto Work mode is an automatic steering mode to be used under operational conditions, different from those normally found when a vessel is in normal transit on a pre-set course. Examples are trawling, towing, being towed, trolling on one engine, slow speed etc. As GPS/chart plotters and Electronic Charting Systems (ECS) has become standard equipment on most vessels today, this WORK feature has now been implemented in the AP50 navigation mode resulting in a Nav Work mode. Combined with a bow-thruster, navigational steering is now possible at low speeds previously considered unsuitable for autopilot use. Thruster Steering If the vessel is equipped with a bow/tunnel thruster, it can be connected to the AP50 system. A thruster icon below the mode index indicates that a thruster is connected to the system. This makes it possible to hold the vessel at one heading even with no steerage way. Making it possible to trawl, tow, troll on one engine, or steer the boat straight in strong current at low speeds. Even as backup if there is a failure with the rudder. With the new Nav Work mode all this is also possible while navigating a route, preventing drift. The AP50 may be set to activate the thruster automatically when the vessel reaches a certain user defined speed, and de-activate when speed is too high. Steering Modes The new AP50 system has two "power steering" modes. - These are used to take advantage of the AP50 as a steering system. The course knob may be used to set rudder or thruster commands. The actual rudder angle is shown on the AP50 and AP51 displays, and a small arrow indicates that the rudder is moving. Since Simrad carries a wide range of products in both these categories the AP50 has been designed to operate with both. The AP50 is capable of navigating with a resolution of 1/1000 of a nautical mile (1.8m/5.9ft.) Route Navigation With a chartplotter simple navigation along a route can be performed automatically. Course changes at each waypoint need to be acknowledged before the turn is made. Electronic Chart System In an advanced Chart System i.e. the Simrad CS55, a route consists of a series of waypoints joined together with straight legs. Each waypoint in a route, except the first and the last, has an associated turn radius (size of turn in Nm) defined. This is done so the AP50 accurately will follow a route in which the radius of the course change is pre-set in the chart system so the helmsman will know exactly were the vessel is going in the chart. Follow-Up-Steering The FU50 Follow-Up steering lever features a scale with 5 rudder angle markings. The rudder will move and stop at the angle selected on the dial. The FU50 has a mid-position indent, buttons for mode selection, mode indicators and thruster control. HS50 GPS Compass The HS50 is a north seeking GPS compass outputting true heading with no moving parts, reducing the requirement for service dramatically. Position, speed and rate of turn information are extras that come standard with this product. The HS50 replaces several vessel instruments, such as a gyrocompass, GPS navigator and speed log in one compact navigation package. In addition the HS50 provides added position redundancy with two complete GPS receivers. AP51 Remote Control A series of optional type approved remotes and interface units are available for the AP50 system. The AP51 remote control unit has a large LCD display for displaying autopilot and thruster functions. The AP51 portable remote control may simply be plugged in to the network and it is ready to use. The AP51 will provide total portable control over the autopilot system including direct thruster control. AP50 Junction Unit The new J50 junction unit is the brain in the AP50 autopilot system. It contains the steering computer, interface circuits to all system components and drive circuits. Two models, J50 and J50-40 are available depending on the current output needed. A network has been developed to establish reliable high speed digital communication and power distribution between the units in the system. This network simplifies installation and enables the AP50 system to be easily expanded at any time. « less