The Furuno 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 (Course or Precision Cross Track control) when integrated with navigation sensors.

The NavPilot 500 utilizes 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 is a unique feature that forces a vessel to perform Orbit or Figure Eight maneuvers around fish targets when a target is received from a compatible Furuno sounder, sonar, or radar utilizing the TLL feature. Orbit mode is also invoked when a MOB is received from a Nav Receiver.

Multi-station capability, maximum of six stations, is available through the utilization of a high speed network.

Standard Features

High Performance Large Display Autopilot System for 20 foot vessels to Mega-Yachts
Revolutionary “Adaptive” technology continuously improves performance for exact and safe navigation
Standard “Rate Gyro” PG500R compass sensor (Compass Options include Furuno SC Series Satellite Compass, Gyro, etc.)
Four Operating Modes:
AUTO(Fixed Heading Control)
ADVANCED AUTO(Fixed Ground Tracking Eliminating Effects of Wind, Tides, Swells, or Fishing Operations)
NAV(Navigation Track Control)
AUTOWORK(Used For Trolling or Fishing Vessels That May Require Permanent Trim Compensation)
Large 4.6″ (viewable area 160 x 160 pixels) Silver Bright, Hi-resolution graphics LCD display
Proportional Rate Rudder Control(w/Reversing Motor Drive Units) or Solenoid Control
Unique Fishhunter Modes – Execute ORBIT, SPIRAL, & FIG-8 modes directly or remotely from a Furuno TLL capable product
Precision NAV mode XTE Control (.001 NM)
Extensive “Quick-Change” user customizable navigation data and graphical display modes
Various Audible and Visual Alarms including user programmable alarm parameters
“One-Touch” STBY, AUTO, NAV, and DODGE selections
Tactile rotary knob course/menu selection
Multiple Station Capability – Mix & Match up to six Navpilot 500 (FAP5001A) or 511 (FAP5011A) displays in any combination
May be configured for various hydraulic or Mechanical Steering Systems