AA710

A wireless remote control for full windlass control and chain counting with the option of thruster operation.

Features

• Larger LCD with improved contrast
• 2 additional outputs in the base station allow for more installation options – A single kit can be used for 1 windlass plus a bow and stern thruster
• Antenna plug is standard on the base station
• Automatic sensor detection – no need to select sensor in the set up
• Manual control alarm and stop at docking distance – stops the windlass during retrieval when using manual and automatic operations
• Swap controls option in set up – this option means the UP button can be used as OUt and the Down button can be used as In
• Drum windlass counting capability
• Improved troubleshooting – Simplified diagnostics and built in voltmeter with expanded technician diagnostics
• Time out connection between the base station and the console now adjustable up to 20 minutes
• Dual speed windlass capability
• Options for windlass related actions, using the left and right arrow buttons, no longer limited to anchorwash and anchorlight. Can now be user selected and could include a windlass stow, power cleats, deck wash, deck light
• Power enable option now available with off delay for hydraulic, AC, DC and PLC installations

 Plus

• Full windlass control and chain counting
• Controls bow and stern thrusters independently and together
• Preset the length of rode to deploy
• Auto stop and docking alarm when the anchor is close to docking
• Counts rope/chain or all-chain rode
• Logs windlass operating hours for maintenance
• Easy installation and set up
• Plug and play sensor installation
• Console unit is shockproof, waterproof and will float
• High level wireless transmission security includes unique ID and registration for every unit
• Safety lock reduces unwanted operation
• Ergonomic shape with lanyard connector
• Console holder and protective cover
• Displays signal strength and battery level
• Use with DC, AC and hydraulic windlasses
• Antenna available if wireless communication is impeded
• Operates in parallel with other control equipment eg toggle switches, foot switches and other electronic controllers

Function Options

A system with one base station (6 outputs) can operate:

1 windlass plus a deck wash and deck light or other auxiliary functions
or
1 windlass and 1 or 2 thrusters

 Specifications

Communication Security

• 2.4GHz ISM Band
• IEEE 802.15.4 compliant
• Can co-exist with Bluetooth and WiFi networks nearby
• The network operates on different channels to the 2.4Ghz WiFi netowrks and offers a high level of security:
  • Each item has a Unique ID
  • Each transmission contains sender and destination information. This ensure that remotes and base station can only send and receive transmissions to and from registered members of their system
  • Use of ‘hand shaking’ provides added security. Control functions are not executed until a secure link between remote and base station has been achieved
  • Loss of continual incoming signals from the remotes places the base station into safety mode where all control functions are shut down
• Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum (FHSS) provides further security and immunity:
  • Spread Spectrum signals are highly resistant to noise and interference
  • The AutoAnchor wireless system scans frequencies within the band before transmisison. This ensures that communication is not attempted on a frequency where there is a lot of existing noise and possible interference
• Signal strength is displayed on the remote
• Operation range up to 10m (30ft) from base station

Remote Environmental Protection

• Water resistance designed to meet IP67. Remote enclosure has a rubber seal around the perimeter of the case
• Shock protection. Remote enclosure with rubber over-moulding to provide protection against shock
• The rubber over-moulding also provides grip in wet conditions, and a non-slip quality in rough sailing conditions

Wireless Remote Battery Details

• Remote powered by two AA alkaline batteries
• The remote displays battery capacity conditions on the screen
• The remote has many functions that help to minimise battery consumption. Examples of these include:
  • A light sensor ensures the display is backlight only when required
  • Remote is automatically turned off when not in use
  • Remote enters low power mode when turned off

Other

• DC, AC, and Hydraulic systems can be controlled using the interconnection of solenoids or relays
• Can operate in parallel with other control equipment eg toggle switches, foot switches, other electronic controllers.
• Control output hardware is reverse voltage protected, under-voltage and over-voltage protected, and current limited. All backfeeding protected.
• Compatible with all AutoAnchor sensors.