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Yokogawa PT500 Autopilot Series
Yokogawa’s PT500 Autopilot Series conforms to the technical requirements for the performance standard determined by IMO resolution A342 and meet type approval issued by Class NK (Approval No. KF96EQ-001). These autopilots offer superior operability and functionality features and easy-to-read displays; minimizing error and enhance navigation. Their compact design can be easily incorporated into a console or used to build up a system.
The series is available in two versions: the PT500A - Adaptive and the PT500D - Digital Autopilot, differing in the respect to the method of auto steering. These varieties allow one to select the model and configuration that is the optimum system for the type of vessel concerned.
Target Markets:
The PT500 Autopilot Series, with its versatility, is suitable for a wide range of applications, from large tankers to small freighters, high speed ferries and patrol boats.
 Product Datasheet
| FEATURES |  |  | Choice of the PT500A (Adaptive Steering) or PT500D (Digital Steering) Autopilot model types. | | | Follow-up and non-follow-up steering systems are completely independent, therefore an abnormality in one system has no effect on the other system. | | | The automatic and manual steering unit control systems operate independently. | | | Two heading input circuits; as a back-up to the signal from the gyro, a secondary heading signal available from an external magnetic compass or DGPS. | | | The “course setting dial” (25 degrees/rotation) and the “set course indicator” uses a readily visible red LED with universal pictorial character function keys; minimizing the possibility of error or incorrect/accidental command. | | | A separate DIN standard unit is used for each function, facilitating excellent functional expandability, and operability. | | | Compact Design - the automatic steering unit, steering repeater compass, and other units occupy 80% of the volume of previous units. | | | Stand design suitable for standing or sitting position. |
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