Legacy Systems
Simrad Debuts New Autopilot Range
Designed for powerboats and sport-fishing vessels, the new Simrad autopilot range features increased accuracy, easier commissioning, simple integration via NMEA 2000 networking, as well as adding Continuum Steering to the entire line of Simrad autopilots — a new technology that delivers even more responsive and reliable steering, according to the manufacturer. Powered by the NAC-2 (up to 35-foot vessels) or NAC-3 (over 35-foot vessels) autopilot computer, which can drive inboard and outboard engines, this new range of autopilot products is a major development for Simrad.
Lumotics Solution Integrates Incompatible Lighting
As lighting systems get ever more versatile the issue of integrating legacy systems on board a yacht with something new and exciting becomes ever more important as owners seek to improve on what they have already without necessarily going for a total refit. The Lumotics DMX-S2L originally began life – as is often the case with innovations developed by Lumotics – as a solution developed for an individual client. This owner wanted to interconnect the sound system on board his large, luxury catamaran with the lighting to deliver a variety of preset light shows synchronized with the music.
UMSI Unveils T-SAT At The Fort Lauderdale
Touch-Screen Monitor Matrix Solution Delivers Elegant Control of Video Sources Throughout Vessel. Unlimited Marine Services, Inc. (UMSI), a full service marine technology company, has announced Touch-Screen Automation Technology (T-SAT), its new high-end, customizable monitor matrix system. Powered by components from leading manufacturer of advanced control and automation systems, Crestron Electronics, T-SAT allows all video sources to be displayed on any monitor throughout the vessel, and uses touch screen technology to control a variety of onboard equipment.
