Product and system overview ContentsProduct overviewThe Evolution-Series is a system of electronic components that give you autopilot control of your vessel’s steering system.SeaTalk NGSeaTalk NG (Next Generation) is an enhanced cable system for the connection of compatible marine instruments and equipment. It replaces the older SeaTalk 1 and SeaTalk 2 cable systems.Multiple data sources (MDS)MDS is a Raymarine scheme for managing multiple sources of identical data types on the same network (e.g.: in an MFD network you may have more than one source of GNSS (GPS) position data).Required additional componentsTo complete your autopilot system, you will need the following components and data sources in addition to the Evolution-Series components.Evolution-Series minimum system example (ACU-100 / ACU-150)The following example provides an overview of an Evolution-Series minimum system, including the available connections and types of devices that must be connected to your Evolution-Series system when an ACU-100 or ACU-150 is present.Evolution-Series minimum system example (ACU-200 / ACU-400)The following example provides an overview of an Evolution-Series minimum system, including the available connections and types of devices that must be connected to your Evolution-Series system when an ACU-200 or ACU-400 is present.Evolution-Series recommended system example (ACU-100 / ACU-150)The following example provides an overview of a recommended system, including the available connections and types of devices that can be connected to your system when an ACU-100 or ACU-150 is present.Evolution-Series recommended system example (ACU-200 / ACU-300 / ACU-400)The following example provides an overview of an Evolution-Series recommended system, including the available connections and types of devices that can be connected to your autopilot system when an ACU-200 or ACU-400 is present, which must be connected to your Evolution-Series system when an ACU-300 is present.Software updatesProduct software updates may be made available which add new features and improve existing functionality. It’s important to ensure that you have the latest software for your products by regularly checking the Raymarine website for new software releases.Previous topic: Document informationNext topic: Compatible autopilot controllers