AP44 autopilot control unit order
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Technical specifications
Technical specifications
| NMEA 2000 Load Equivalency Number (LEN) | 1 |
| Operating voltage | 12 V DC (10.8 to 15.6 V) |
| Operating temperature | -25 to +55 °C |
| Max power consumption | 1.8 W |
| Typical power consumption | 1.35 W |
| Recommended fuse rating | 30 A |
| Product width | 118 mm |
| Product height | 115 mm |
| Product depth | 48.5 mm |
| IP rating | IPX5 |
| Bus compatibility | NMEA 2000 |
| Wired network | NMEA 2000 (Micro-C) |
| Wireless connectivity | No |
| Mounting type | Flush-mounted |
| Certifications | CE,UKCA,Australia/New Zealand |
| Steering modes | Heading, No-drift, Waypoint Navigation, Wind, Power Steer (FU), Automatic Turns (C-turn, U-turn, Spiral, Zigzag, Square, S-turn, Tack, Gybe, Depth contour following) |
| Button type | Rotary knob and buttons |
| Backlit keypad and display | Yes (LED-backlit color LCD screen, adjustable keypad illumination) |
| MOB input | No |
| Storage temperature range | -30 to +70 |
| Remote control compatibility | Compatible with Simrad multifunction displays (NSX, NSS, GO Series), Simrad OP12 wired remote control, and Simrad WR10 wireless remote control |
| Courant maximal de la sortie d'alarme | 100 |
| Autopilot Autotune Support | Yes |
| Autopilot Calibration Wizard | Yes |
| Autopilot Initial Setup Wizard | Yes |
| Code-barres du produit | 9420024155141 |
| Distance de sécurité compas (mm) | 500 |
| Continuous Drive Current | 30 |
| Display Backlight Color | White |
| Display Brightness Adjustment | Yes |
| Taille de l'écran | 4.1 |
| Display type | Color LCD |
| Drive Control Method | Auto |
| Drive Output Nac3 Type | Reversing or solenoid engine |
| Humidité maximale de fonctionnement | 100 |
| Net Weight Kg | 0.7 |
| NMEA 0183 baud rate | 4.8, 9.6, 19.2, 38.4 |
| Nombre de ports NMEA 0183 | 1 |
| Poids emballé | 0.8 |
| Peak Drive Current | 50 |
| Rudder Feedback Voltage Range | 0-5 |
| Rudder Gain Adjustment Support | Yes |
| Shock And Vibration Rating | Acc. to EN60945 |
| Solenoid Output Current | 10 |
| Speed Profile Transition Logic | The system switches from the Low profile to the High profile when speed increases to 10 knots (= transition speed plus 1 knot). |
| Supply Voltage Tolerance Percent | 10-30 |
| Compatibilité tension système | 12/24 |
| Tack Angle Adjustment Support | Yes |
| Tack Time Adjustment Support | Yes |
| Transition Speed Knots | 9 |
| Turn Rate Adjustment Support | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 |
| Wind mode logic | If the true wind angle (TWA) is <70°, the wind mode steers toward the apparent wind angle (AWA). If the TWA is ≥70°, the wind mode steers toward the TWA. |
Detailed description
Detailed description
The Simrad AP44 autopilot control unit (part number 000-13289-001) is a dedicated control unit designed to provide precise navigation and an intuitive user interface. Integrating Simrad Continuum™ steering technology, it enables reliable and high-performance autopilot operation. This unit features a 4.1-inch optically bonded color display with 320 x 240 pixel resolution and 600 nits brightness, ensuring optimal visibility under various lighting conditions thanks to its transflective LCD technology.
Design and connectivity
Weighing 0.32 kg and with compact dimensions of 118 x 115 x 48.5 mm (or 118 x 115 x 28 mm depending on sources), the AP44 has a modern low-profile "glass helm" design that facilitates aesthetic integration into contemporary dashboards. Its IPx7 waterproof rating ensures resistance to marine environments. The unit is powered by 12 V DC with a typical power consumption of 1.35 W (max 1.8 W) and operates within a temperature range of -25°C to +65°C. Certified NMEA 2000® connectivity (1 Micro-C port, 3 LEN, network load of 3 LEN) ensures seamless integration with existing Simrad navigation systems, including NAC-2 and NAC-3 autopilot computers.
Advanced autopilot features
The AP44 interface includes four buttons and a rotary knob with press-to-validate function, enabling quick and precise heading adjustments. It offers various autopilot modes, including heading hold, No Drift mode (to counteract wind and current effects via GPS), waypoint navigation (NAV), wind mode, and Power Steer FU assisted steering. Automated turning patterns are also available for specific maneuvers. Compared to control via a multifunction display, the AP44 provides direct tactile feedback and physical controls that may be preferred in rough sea conditions or during maneuvers requiring immediate responsiveness. Installation is simplified by self-calibration and tuning functions, including automatic compass calibration with a Simrad Precision-9 compass.
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