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Description
Raytheon Anschütz PilotStar D — digital autopilot for integration with ECDIS and track-keeping systems on modern bridge installations.
Specifications
| Type | Digital Autopilot |
Did you know
- The Raytheon Anschutz PilotStar D is a professional autopilot system. Raytheon Anschütz, originally Anschütz & Company, was founded in 1905 and began producing autopilots after reforming in 1952, with their first electromechanical autopilot in 1956 and a fully electrical model in 1969.
- The PilotStar D was a prominent autopilot in the Raytheon Anschütz lineup, designed for ships up to 120 meters in length. It has since been succeeded by the PilotStar NX, which offers an extended range of functionality and an intuitive touch TFT display.
- The PilotStar D is known for its accurate steering, reliability, and ease of use, employing advanced steering algorithms. It can be used for heading or waypoint steering control and adapts automatically to ship speed and environmental conditions.
| Model | Max Ship Length | Power Consumption | Display | Key Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PilotStar D | 120 m | Approx. 15 W | Clear data display | Accurate steering, speed adaptive, FIX TURN feature |
| PilotStar NX | Not specified (successor to PilotStar D) | Not specified | 7-inch touch TFT display | Superior steering performance, intuitive operation, trim mode, preset heading function, Ethernet communication, bridge alert management |
| NautoPilot 5000 Series | 100 m and above | Approx. 25 W | Large graphical display with touch screen | Precise steering, fuel efficiency (weather adaptivity), course control mode, cross acceleration monitor, track control system approval |
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^N U A B │ │ │ └── Model: PilotStar D │ │ └───── Make: Raytheon Anschutz │ └──────── Equipment: Autopilot └─────────── System: Navigation