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Northstar 8000i System -12" Display Processor Installation Manual
6.13.1 Autopilot
Northstar Autopilot 3300 Display NS002881 Core Pack NS002874
Description
The Autopilot system comprises of a display, a main control unit (MCU), a heading sensor and
rudder feed back unit. It is intended to aid the helmsman in steering the boat for long
periods of time.
The heading sensor can be the separate fluxgate and gyro compass or the new HS02/HS03
Functionality
Steers the boat to follow a course or route created in the 8000i system.
Provides true heading in to the 8000i system
Place in 8000i System
The unit has the ability to follow a course sent from the 8000i system. The Autopilot connects
to the 8000i system using NMEA (see "NMEA" page 44) on the 12 pin Utility connector.
For more information on connecting NMEA (see "NMEA" page 44). To setup NMEA in the
8000i software (see "Set NMEA Output" page 70)
Other parts required
Junction box or terminal strip
Location Guide
The display is a visible component and requires dash space. The MCU and other components
can be hidden. For more information see the installation manual of the Autopilot