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Simrad NAC-3 VRF Core Pack
This pack includes all of the core components you
need to upgrade your boat with a Simrad Continuum autopilot system – just add a
hydraulic pump or mechanical drive unit to suit your steering system, and choose
a dedicated autopilot controller or Simrad multifunction display. Designed for
outboard and sterndrive vessels greater than 10 metres (35 feet) in length, this
pack includes the high-current NAC-3 autopilot computer, Precision-9 solid-state
compass, plus all necessary NMEA 2000 cables and connectors.
Key Features
- Core components for a Simrad Continuum
autopilot system – just add a drive unit and controller
- Ideal for outboard and I/O boats above 10
metres (35 feet) in length
- Includes the high-current NAC-3 autopilot
computer
- Compatible with high-current drive pumps,
mechanical drives, hydraulic linear drives, and solenoid valves
- Control with the Simrad AP44 Autopilot
Controller, IS42 display and OP12 keypad, or a networked multifunction
display
- Virtual Rudder Feedback eliminates the need
to install a mechanical rudder feedback unit
- Includes the Precision-9 solid-state compass
for accurate heading data that’s automatically fine-tuned as you travel
- Includes all required NMEA 2000 network
connectors and cables
- Easy setup with automatic tuning and compass
calibration
- NMEA 0183 input
Autopilot Core Pack
This pack includes the Simrad NAC-3 autopilot
computer, Precision-9 solid-state compass, plus all cabling and connectors
required to build an NMEA 2000 network backbone or connect your autopilot system
to an existing NMEA 2000 network. To create a complete Simrad Continuum
autopilot system, just add a hydraulic pump or mechanical drive unit to suit
your steering system, and choose a dedicated autopilot controller or Simrad
multifunction display.
NAC-3 Autopilot Computer
The NAC-3 Autopilot Computer is recommended for
boats above 10 metres (35 feet) in length. It is rated for high-current output
of up to 30 amps continuous and 50 amps peak, plus a clutch output; this is
suitable to operate high-current drive pumps including the Simrad RPU160 and
RPU300, mechanical drives such as the Simrad DD15, hydraulic linear drives such
as the HLD2000 series, and solenoid valves.
Multiple Control Options
Choose from a range of dedicated autopilot
controllers, or control your autopilot from your existing multifunction display
or glass bridge with full Simrad display integration. Install extra autopilot
stations, ideal for dual-helm vessels, or add the Simrad WR10 wireless remote
for instant steering and autopilot control from anywhere on board.
Virtual Rudder Feedback
Simrad Virtual Rudder Feedback (VRF) technology
eliminates the need to install a mechanical rudder feedback unit aboard outboard
and sterndrive (inboard/outboard) boats. VRF technology greatly simplifies
autopilot installation while delivering uncompromising Simrad Continuum steering
performance.
Simrad Precision-9 Compass
The Precision-9 Compass supplies accurate heading
and rate-of-turn information to your autopilot and other onboard systems over an
NMEA 2000 connection. Heading is determined by an internal array of solid-state
sensors that constantly measure motion and orientation on nine axes. The
Precision-9’s solid state technology is not only accurate and precise, but also
exremely reliable with no internal moving parts. An easily adjustable mounting
bracket and single-cable connection allow simple installation aboard any vessel,
including up-mast mounting suitable for interference-free operation with steel
hulls.
Automatic Tuning and Calibration
Auto-tuning simplifies setup and ensures optimal
steering performance. Automatic compass calibration improves heading accuracy as
you travel, using data gathered by the Simrad Precision-9’s internal array of
solid-state sensors.
Easy Installation
Industry-standard NMEA 2000 networking and NMEA
0183 input allow simple connectivity to sensors, autopilot controllers, and
multifunction displays located anywhere on board.
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