Control panel and remote control

Why choose a control panel or remote control?

It's tempting to take full control of your autopilot via a handy little accessory That's what control panels and remote controls are all about.

Depending on the model, the options differ, but the aim remains the same: to benefit from an intelligent system for easy, safe manoeuvring. Choosing the control panel is the final step in setting up an autopilot system.

These peripherals are not compatible between different brands: a Raymarine pilot remote control for a Raymarine pilot.

Technical characteristics of a remote control or pilot console

The pilot console features a screen and buttons, often located below the screen. This equipment benefits from a brightly colored display; the interface is designed to be intuitive and easy to use. The menu tree is simple, so you can get up and running quickly.

Buttons can take different forms for greater convenience: pushbuttons or rotary switches. The push-button controller is often more commonly used on sailboats, while the combination of the two is more suited to powerboats.

The remote control is a wireless accessory capable of controlling the functions of the autopilot. Easy to use and simple in design, the remote control features an ergonomic keypad and, depending on the model, an illuminated screen. Wireless remote controls operate simply by connecting to a base station. Remote controls are easy to use, waterproof and buoyant.

Which control console and which remote control to choose?

Looking for a autopilot color console? The p70s from Raymarine is specially designed for the brand's sailboat pilots. Simrad has developed a control console, the AP44 for autopilot. Its intuitive controls with rotary selector and buttons give you easy access to daggerboardless steering, automated turning templates and other advanced steering functions. The S100 wireless remote control from Raymarine offers 5 ergonomic buttons for access to extended functions. Wireless access allows communication up to 10 m from the base station. How convenient!

It's up to you to choose the right equipment to operate and control your autopilot!