MAD Digital Interface, remote control acquisition module

The MAD Interface Digital, also called MADDigital, is a command acquisition module designed by MADINTEC. It serves as an interface to collect signals from remote controls and transmit them to the MADBrain autopilot system.

In the MADBrain Autopilot system, the MAD Interface Digital centralizes and transmits commands received from the remote controls (MADRemotes) to the MADBrain navigation processor via the CAN bus. It is the entry point for manual interactions with the autopilot.

The MAD Interface Digital is compatible with MADINTEC MADRemotes. This includes wired remotes and, via the MADRemote Receiver, wireless remotes.

The MAD Digital Interface connects to the rest of the MADBrain system via the MADINTEC CAN bus. This bus is NMEA 2000 compatible, enabling a simple and fast installation described as 'plug & play'.

Yes, the MAD Interface Digital integrates natively with the NMEA 2000 network via its connection through the MADINTEC CAN bus, which is compatible with this standard.

Yes, the MAD Digital Interface is a key component of the MADBrain autopilot system. It is included in the base pack and is required for acquiring external commands transmitted by remote controls.

The MAD Interface Digital module is designed and manufactured in France, as are all MADINTEC products.

The MAD Interface Digital is specifically designed to work with MADRemotes remote controls from MADINTEC. Compatibility with remote controls from other brands is not guaranteed and is not mentioned in the documentation.

No, the MAD Interface Digital does not require a separate power supply. It is powered directly via the MADINTEC CAN bus to which it is connected, simplifying installation.

MADDigital is the acquisition module that receives and processes signals from the controls. The MADRemotes are the remote controls themselves, which are used by the helmsman to send instructions to the MADBrain autopilot.

The MADBrain Autopilot pack includes the MADDigital and a wired MADRemote remote control. Wireless remotes and their associated receivers are typically offered as optional extras.

Yes, like the entire MADBrain Autopilot system, the MAD Digital Interface benefits from continuous evolution through regular software updates, ensuring improved performance and functionality.

Yes, the MAD Digital Interface is part of the MADINTEC marine electronics range and is specifically designed to provide optimal reliability and durability in the demanding conditions of the marine environment.

The MAD Digital Interface module weighs approximately 0.2 kg, making it a lightweight component that is easy to install aboard.

No, the installation of the MAD Interface Digital is designed to be simple. It is described as 'plug & play' due to its direct connection to the MADINTEC CAN bus, which minimizes handling and configuration.

Yes, the MADBrain Autopilot system allows integration of multiple MADRemotes (wired or wireless via a receiver). The MADDigital is the module that acquires commands from these different sources.

Yes, the MAD Interface Digital is a component of the complete MADBrain Autopilot system. For it to operate and for its commands to be interpreted, it requires the presence of the MADBrain navigation processor, as well as other essential system modules.

No, the MAD Digital Interface is not a navigation processor. It is a command acquisition module. The central navigation processor role is handled by the MADBrain module.

The main function of the MADDigital module is to acquire and transmit commands from the MADRemotes remote controls to the MADBrain autopilot system, allowing the helmsperson to control the autopilot.