Product overview

The RCU-1 is a battery powered, handheld remote autopilot controller for Evolution-Series autopilot systems.

Product overviewThe RCU-1 is supplied with a pre-paired WG-1 Wireless Gateway when ordering part number E70718, or can be supplied as a standalone handset (part number A80835), for systems that already include a WG-1 Wireless Gateway.

Remote control features:

• Remote autopilot control — Engage, adjust, or disengage the autopilot from anywhere onboard.

• Powered by standard or rechargeable AA batteries (2 x alkaline batteries supplied).

• Full color, direct sunlight-viewable LCD screen.

• Wireless (Bluetooth) connection via the WG-1 Wireless Gateway.

• Point and Go button — Point the remote and press the button to initiate a GoTo in that direction.

• Solo sailor mode.

• Activate Man Overboard (MOB) alarm.

• View NMEA 2000 data.

• Built in AHRS (Attitude and Heading Reference System) sensor.

• Built in alarm buzzer.

• Remains fully operational when held in the cradle.

• 30 m (98.43 ft) line-of-sight operating distance from gateway.

• Approximate “In use” battery life: 30 hours.

• Approximate storage battery life: 365 days.

• Supplied with a lanyard.