System Description; General; How To Use This Manual - Simrad AP24 Installation Manual

1 System description

1.1 General

The autopilot computer is the main unit in the AP24 and
AP28 autopilot systems. It contains the steering
computer and electronics for the drive unit motor and
clutch and provides interface to other system
components. Two models, AC12 (8/16 A motor current)
and AC42 (30/50 A motor current) are available.
It communicates on the proprietary SimNet data and
control network to establish a reliable digital
communication and power distribution between the units
in the autopilot system as well as other Simrad products.
SimNet provides high speed data transfer and control of
Simrad products integrated in a total steering and
navigation system.

1.2 How to use this manual

This manual is intended as a reference guide for installing
and maintaining the Simrad AC12 and AC42 autopilot
computers and other components in an autopilot system.
Please take time to read this manual to get a thorough
understanding of the system components and their
relationship to a complete autopilot system.
Other documentation material that is provided with your
system includes an operator manual which includes the
setup instructions for the system, a control unit
installation guide and a warranty card. The warranty card
must be filled out by the authorized dealer that
performed the installation.
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