Revolutionary "Adaptive" technology

continuously improves performance for

exact and safe navigation
Hi-Resolution 4.6" silver bright LCD
display
Multiple steering modes - AUTO (Heading
Control System), NAV (Track Control
System), Advanced AUTO, AUTO Work,
etc.
Simple operation - One touch Stand-by,
Auto, Dodge and Nav controls
Heavy Duty Solenoid output for a variety of
vessels and hydraulic pump combos
Precision XTE control (.001 nm)
Networkable displays provide Multi-station
capability (max 6)
Multi language capability
Customizable display modes; Auto, XTE
track, rudder angle, L/L, highway, compass
rose, wind, and depth
Unique FishHunter
TM
modes - orbit and
clover leaf navigation
Compass options include; fluxgate
compass PG-500, GPS Satellite compass
SC-60
Simple installation and auto set-up
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The future today with FURUNO's electronics technology.
FURUNO ELECTRIC CO., LTD.
9-52 Ashihara-cho, Nishinomiya City, Japan Phone: +81 (0)798 65-2111
Fax: +81 (0)798 65-4200, 66-4622 URL: www.furuno.co.jp
Self-learning, Adaptive Autopilot
The NAVpilot-500 is a revolutionary autopilot designed
for a variety of vessels. The operation modes include
Auto (Heading control), Advanced Auto utilizing
automatic ground tracking control, Auto Work for net
towing and NAV mode (Track control system referenced
on precision cross track error) when integrated with
navigation sensors.
The NAVpilot-500 features a self-learning and adaptive
software algorithm, providing the ultimate in course
keeping capability. Essential parameters dynamically
adjust for vessel speed, trim, draught, tide and wind
effects, dead band, weather, etc. These parameters are
stored in system memory and continuously optimized.
Simple one-touch mode selection provides reliable
steering and course control. Multiple customizable
display modes include Rudder angle, Heading, Highway,
Compass rose, Wind, Nav Info, etc.
FishHunter
TM
is a unique feature that helps perform Orbit
or Clover Leaf maneuvers around fish targets when a
target is detected by a Furuno sounder, sonar, or radar
outputting the NMEA TLL sentence. The orbit mode is
activated when the MOB is received from Furuno GPS
navigator.
Multi-station capability, maximum of six stations, is
available on the high speed bus line.
Highway
TM
Auto Mode
Set
Course
Cross Track Error
Heading
Magnetic
North
SPECIFICATIONS OF NAVpilot-500
SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
Operational Mode
Auto: Auto steering with a fixed heading
Advanced Auto: Auto steering counteracting the effects
of wind, tide, swell, or fishing operations)
NAV: Track Control System monitoring
external XTE or Course-To-Steer info
Auto Work: Parameter optimization to adopt to slow
trolling or trawling vessel
Drive System Reversible Hydraulic (Up to 25 Amp
Continuous) or Solenoid Drive Output
Display Type Graphic Mono LCD (160 x 160 pixels)
Display Modes Customizable Heading, Course,
Rudder Angle, Highway, Compass,
Wind and Navigation Information
Languages English, French, German, Italian,
Portuguese, Spanish
Heading Sensors PG-500 Fluxgate or Satellite Compass
by Furuno AD10, NMEA0183 HDG or
HDM (5 Hz or higher) or Furuno AD-100
Converter
Nav Sensors via NMEA0183 Interface
Furuno GP30 Series, GP1650W/1850W
series, NavNet series, other non-Furuno
GPS (correct NMEA0183 data required)
Parameters Settings
Auto Setup, Adaptive (Self-Learning)
with manual setting override:
Weather, Rudder ratio, Counter rudder,
course changing rate, Rudder angle
limits
Alarms Power failure, XTE, nav signal error,
Speed, Arrival, Watch, Temp and Depth
POWER SUPPLY
12-24 VDC, 3.0 A (excluding pump)
10 W per 1 control heads (excluding pump)
25 W per 6 control heads (excluding pump)
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
EMC, Vibration, Climatic: Complies with IEC 60945
(Display - USCG CFR46 Waterproof Display Rating)
EQUIPMENT LIST
Standard
1. Control Unit 1 unit
2. Processor Unit 1 unit
3. Rudder Feedback Unit 1 unit
4. Installation Materials and Spare Parts 1 set
Option
1. Remote Controller (Lever type) FAP-6221/6222
2. Dodge Type Remote Controller FAP-6231/6232
3. Mounting Bracket for FAP-5001 FP64-01011
4. Cable for Control Unit MJ-A7SPF00012-100
5. Junction Box FAP-6800
04035Y Printed in Japan FURUNO U.S.A., INC.
Camas, Washington, U.S.A.
Phone: +1 360-834-9300 Telefax: +1 360-834-9400
FURUNO (UK) LIMITED
Denmead, Hampshire, U.K.
Phone: +44 2392-230303 Telefax: +44 2392-230101
FURUNO FRANCE S.A.
Bordeaux-Mrignac, France
Phone: +33 5 56 13 48 00 Telefax: +33 5 56 13 48 01
FURUNO ESPANA S.A.
Madrid, Spain
Phone: +34 91-725-90-88 Telefax: +34 91-725-98-97
FURUNO DANMARK AS
Hvidovre, Denmark
Phone: +45 36 77 45 00 Telefax: +45 36 77 45 01
FURUNO NORGE A/S
lesund, Norway
Phone: +47 70 102950 Telefax: +47 70 127021
FURUNO SVERIGE AB
Vstra Frlunda, Sweden
Phone: +46 31-7098940 Telefax: +46 31-497093
FURUNO FINLAND OY
Espoo, Finland
Phone: +358 9 4355 670 Telefax: +358 9 4355 6710
Control Unit
FAP-5001
240 9.5" 124 4.9"
29 1.1"
15
0.6" 220 8.7"
1
1
0


4
.
3
"
1
2
5


4
.
9
"
Mounting Bracket (option)
0.7 kg 1.5 lb
258 10.2" 45 1.8"
6
0.2"
2- 6
2
4
0


9
.
5
"
2
1
8


8
.
6
"
258 10.2"
300 11.8"
12-24 VAC
option
Control Unit
FAP-5001
Processor Unit
FAP-5002
Rudder Feedback
Unit FAP-6111
Gyro
Gyro Converter
AD-100
VideoPlotter
RADAR
Remote Display Unit
Smart Sensor
Remote Controller
FAP-6232/6222
Remote Controller
FAP-6232/6222
Remote Controller
FAP-6232/6222
Satellite Compass
Heading sensor
PG-500
Junction Box
FAP-6800
Remote Controller
FAP-6231/6221
6/12 m
NMEA
NMEA
1
0

m
10 m
Up to 6 Control Units connectable
Interc onnec tion Diagram
7
5


3
.
0
"
9
7


3
.
8
"
4- 4.5
205 8.1"
183 7.2"
Cutout for Panel Mount
Proc essor Unit
FAP-5002
1.9 kg 4.2 lb
Remote Controller
FAP-6221/6222
1.8 kg 4.0 lb
93 3.7"
140 5.5"
100 3.9"
1
4
0


5
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5
"
1
8
5


7
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3
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4
4


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7
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1
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9
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20
0.8"
20
0.8"
5
9


2
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3
"
1 0.4"
80 3.2"
80 3.2"
8
0


3
.
2
"
Rudder Feedbac k Unit
FAP-6111
0.5 kg 1.1 lb
PORT STBD
HDG
KEEP
24 0.9" 50 2.0"
1
3
5


5
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3
"

1
9
0


7
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5
"

Dodge Type Remote Controller

FAP-6231/6232
0.5 kg 1.1 lb