Simrad AP44 Autopilot Controller 000-13289-001 - Advanced Steering Technology

AP44 Autopilot Controller

Rotary dial course adjuster, optically bonded 4.1" color display

The AP44 Autopilot Controller combines Simrad Continuum steering technology with a full colour display, intuitive rotary dial and button controls, and modern glass helm styling. Free your hands from the wheel, cruise in comfort, and discover new ways to search for fish; this dedicated controller offers easy access to automated turn patterns, No Drift steering, depth contour tracking, and other advanced pilot features. Connect your chartplotter to add waypoint and route navigation, and enjoy full autopilot control from compatible Simrad displays.

Features:

• Rotary-dial course adjustment with new intuitive autopilot control


• Optically bonded 4.1" color display
  
  


• Easy setup with auto tuning and calibration


• Simrad Continuum steering technology
  
  


• All new intuitive autopilot control


• Automated turn patterns
  
  


• No Drift steering


• Depth contour tracking
  
  


• Low-profile 'Glass Helm' design


• Low power consumption
  
  


• Certified NMEA 2000® connectivity

Intuative Autopilot control

The point of a dedicated autopilot controller is to enable immediate access to auto-steering functionality, placing key controls within easy reach. Designed with that purpose in mind, the AP44 includes an intuitive interface with just four buttons and a push-to-enter rotary control dial

Automated turn patterns

Your Simrad autopilot can do much more than keep you on course. The AP44 gives you easy access to a range of built-in turn patterns designed to assist with fishing, diving, or just making a quick and efficient U-turn.

Simrad Continuum steeringB
Every Simrad steering innovation builds upon a legacy encompassing over sixty years of autopilot development, which continues today at Simrad Yachting's autopilot research hub in Norway
Easy setup with auto tuning and calibration
Autopilot installation and commissioning doesn't have to be difficult or time consuming. The AP44 offers automatic tuning to ensure optimal auto-steering performance, with a simple on-screen commissioning process including dockside configuration and sea trial.

Specifications:

• Dimensions: 118 x 115 x 28mm (4.6 x 4.5 x 1.1")


• Weight: 0.32kg (0.7lbs)
  


• Power Consumption: 1.8 Watts (MAX)


• Network Load: 3 LEN
  


• Color: Black


• Display Size: 4.1" (diagonal). 4:3 Aspect ratio
  


• Display Type: Transmissive TFT-LCD, bonded. White LED backlight


• Dsiplay Resolution: 320 x 240 pixels
  


• Illumination: White for day mode. Red, green, blue or white for night mode


• Environmental Protection, Waterproof: IPx7
  


• Environmental Protection, Humidity: up to 95% RH


• Compass Safe Distance: 300mm (1.0")
  


• Temperature Operating: -15 to +55°C (5°F to +131°F)


• Temperature Storage: -30 to +70°C (-22 to +158°F)

The Simrad AP44 Autopilot Controller is designed for effortless navigation and enhanced boating experiences. Featuring a rotary dial for course adjustment and an optically bonded 4.1-inch color display, this advanced controller allows you to cruise in comfort while keeping your hands free from the wheel. With Simrad's Continuum steering technology, you can access automated turn patterns, No Drift steering, and depth contour tracking, all at your fingertips. Connect your chartplotter for waypoint and route navigation, enabling comprehensive control from compatible Simrad displays.

The intuitive interface of the AP44 ensures immediate access to auto-steering functionalities, making it easier than ever to control your vessel. With features like easy setup with auto tuning and calibration, this controller streamlines installation and commissioning, allowing you to spend more time enjoying your time on the water. Experience the legacy of Simrad's 60 years of autopilot development and take your boating adventures to the next level with the AP44 Autopilot Controller.

Features:
* Rotary-dial course adjustment for intuitive autopilot control
* Optically bonded 4.1-inch color display for clear visibility
* Easy setup with automated tuning and calibration for optimal performance
* Utilizes Simrad Continuum steering technology for superior navigation
* Access to automated turn patterns for diverse boating activities
* No Drift steering feature for maintaining your course effortlessly
* Depth contour tracking to enhance fishing and navigation experiences
* Low-profile 'Glass Helm' design for a modern aesthetic
* Low power consumption ensuring efficiency during use
* Certified NMEA 2000? connectivity for seamless integration