{"product_id":"garmin-coffret-pilote-automatique-reactor-40-hydraulique","title":"Reactor™ 40 autopilot kit for hydraulic systems without GHC™ 20","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eReactor™ 40 autopilot kit for hydraulic systems\u003c\/strong\u003e from Garmin forms the foundation of an advanced navigation system for vessels equipped with hydraulic steering. This essential pack, delivered without the GHC™ 20 display, is designed to integrate seamlessly with an existing compatible Garmin chartplotter or a separately purchased GHC™ 20 control display, offering maximum flexibility for new installations or upgrades. The Reactor 40 series is recognized for its 9-axis AHRS (Attitude Heading Reference System) technology, ensuring precise heading hold and rapid response to marine conditions, outperforming older or less integrated systems in terms of responsiveness and power consumption.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSensors and system integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    At the heart of the system is the Course Computer Unit (CCU), the primary sensor of the autopilot. For optimal performance, the CCU must be mounted on a rigid surface, away from magnetic interference (iron, magnets, high-current cables, intermittent pumps) and large magnetic fields (subwoofers), with minimum distances of 60 cm and 1.5 m respectively. Its ideal position is near the boat's center of rotation, on the centerline, low and slightly forward. The kit also includes the Electronic Control Unit (ECU), which must be installed within 0.5 m of the hydraulic pump, and the Shadow Drive™ sensor, which detects manual helm control, automatically suspending the autopilot. The latter requires precise horizontal mounting, 305 mm from magnetic sources, between the pump and the helm station.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eConnectivity and configuration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eReactor™ 40 autopilot kit\u003c\/strong\u003e is ready for NMEA 2000 integration, a network that can be built using the provided cables and connectors. This connectivity allows the addition of optional NMEA 2000 devices such as wind, speed, or GPS sensors to leverage all advanced autopilot features. The absence of the GHC™ 20 display in this pack means initial setup and control must be performed via a compatible Garmin chartplotter connected to the same NMEA 2000 network. An alarm is also included for installation near the main helm station. Garmin recommends installation by a qualified professional with expertise in hydraulic steering systems and marine electrical systems to ensure safety and compliance.\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Garmin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55859006112084,"sku":"010-00705-21","price":953.66,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0988\/3274\/4788\/files\/main_7a3af9d7-c6bd-4a2b-881e-aebbfbecd573.jpg?v=1779186322","url":"https:\/\/skysat.fr\/en-gb\/products\/garmin-reactor-40-autopilot-kit-hydraulic","provider":"Skysat","version":"1.0","type":"link"}