Simrad Precision 9 Compass

Simrad Precision 9 Compass

• Heading, Rate Of Turn (ROT), roll, and pitch output over NMEA 2000®
• Heading and ROT calculated using sensor data from 9 axes of rotation and motion
• Accurate and reliable solid-state sensor technology
• Heading accuracy of ±2° after calibration
• Easily adjustable mounting bracket allows bulkhead or up-mast installation
• IPX7 waterproof. Best in class.
• Simple installation with a single NMEA 2000® connection

The Precision-9 Compass supplies heading and rate-of-turn information to Simrad, B&G and Lowrance autopilot, radar and navigation systems. Based on reliable solid-state sensor technology, this compact compass offers easy installation aboard any vessel.

Supply and Interface
8-16 V via NMEA 2000

Power consumption
0.4 W

NMEA 2000 Load Equivalence No. (LEN):
1

NMEA 2000 ports (input/output):
1

Calibration
Automatic (User Prompted)

Repeatability
± 1.0° (or better)

Roll/Pitch range
± 45°

Heading accuracy:
± 2° after calibration

Dynamic performance:
with random excitation of ± 10° at max 1 Hz: Heading error <2°: with heading step input of 90° at a rate of 10°/s Heading error 10 sec. after turn <2°

Environmental protection:
IPX7

Compass safe distance:
0.5 m (1.7’)

Temperature range operation:
-25 to +65°C (-13 to +149°F)

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

Dimensions
H: 36 mm (1.42"), W & D: 119 mm (4.69")

What's in the Box:

• Precision 9 Compass
• N2K-T-RD - Micro-C T-connector
• N2KEXT-15RD - 4.55 m (15-ft) NMEA 2000® cable