AP25 is the top of the range model with a 5" high resolution matrix LCD. The use of graphics presents you with a wealth of information, and saves you the cost of an additional instrument to present speed, depth, wind and GPS data. Particular attention has been paid to offer simple and intuitive operation.
Dedicated mode keys and well arranged menus for setup and information
makes it easy to use.
Depth Contour Tracking DCT
With a depth sounder or fish
finder connected, use the autopilot to follow a ledge. You may even let
the autopilot steer in a controlled S-pattern while following the
ledge. Set the depth you want to follow and let the autopilot take care
of the steering, allowing you to concentrate on the fishing and a
better catch.
No Drift Mode
Get where you want to go. No
need to calculate for offsetting currents and winds. With your GPS
navigator on, just aim at your destination point and activate the
NoDrift mode. It saves you from selecting waypoints on the GPS and
provides easy and safe navigation.
When in Auto (compass) mode you can change course at any time. The display will show the set course to steer, the actual heading and the X-track error.
Integration with the Volvo IPS
Simrad has in close cooperation with Volvo Penta developed a new autopilot computer and new software algorithms for boats that have the revolutionary Volvo Penta Inboard Performance System installed. The autopilot system comprises only three units and is very easy to install. Only a single cable is needed to integrate with the Volvo system. When accelerating, at high speed or in sharp turns, the Simrad autopilot has control and makes it a smooth
ride at any time.
Thruster Control
With the optional TI25 Thruster
Interface unit you can enjoy the features and benefits of having the
autopilot control the bow thruster. Maintain your course at very low
speed, keep the bow into the wind when stationary without having to
drop the anchor and use the autopilot as a docking aid. The thruster
symbol verifies that a thruster interace is connected. With the
thruster control enabled a boat symbol appears and shows the direction
the boat is turning.
Turn Pattern Steering
The autopilots can steer to a selection of different turn patterns that are made available at your own choice. These are useful when you are fishing and prefer to follow a different pattern than the Depth Contour Tracking.
Select between:
- U-Turn
- Zigzag
- Continuous turn with adjustable turn rate
- Spiral increase or decrease
- Square with adjustable length on the legs
- Lazy S with ajustable time between each turn
Advanced Wind Steering - AWS
A new exciting mode for
sailboat steering, which adds efficiency and fun whether you are
cruising or racing. Steer to compass when you are sailing, or to wind
or even to wind and GPS at the same time. Steer to apparent or true
wind and let the autopilot set the heading for the best velocity made
good while you pay attention to the sails. When tacking towards a
waypoint the autopilot display presents useful information like
distance to next tack, estimated time to tack, distance to waypoint and
velocity made good to wind and to waypoint.
Virtual Rudder Feedback VRF??
Forget the rudder feedback unit
on boats powered with outboard engines! Simrad has developed entirely
new software algorithms that incorporate a virtual rudder feedback
VRF??. Hence the rudder feedback unit is made redundant. Powered by
single, dual or triple outboards or by stern drives, the Simrad
autopilot with VRF?? will steer boats up to 40ft. With the new software
the autopilot is automatically configured for VRF?? when it senses that
no feedback unit has been installed. As a bonus you save installation
and mainatenance costs.
Package includes: AP25VF with AC10 with no drive unit
