| Norway & UK. Simrad launches RemoteCommander at London Boat Show |
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| Friday, 06 January 2006 | |
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Product news: The Simrad 'RemoteCommander', wireless remote control will launch at London Boat Show 2006. The WR20 RemoteCommander is the first marine remote control that acts as a wireless VHF handset and can both display data and control the entire suite of onboard electronics including: Autopilots, Instruments, VHF, Chartplotters, echosounders and combination products. Ideal for sailing, cruising or fishing, the WR20 offers the freedom and confidence of complete control from anywhere onboard. The introduction of the rugged, waterproof WR20 is the next evolution in the world of marine electronics. Never before has a single, wireless, compact, handheld device given such levels of control over an entire marine electronics network. Its importance to the modern marine world is endorsed, with the inclusion of wireless VHF functionality: the WR20 itself acts as a wirefree mobile handset for the Simrad RS80 series radio. The unique and highly flexible functionality is made possible through SimNet, the advanced marine network from Simrad that allows seamless integration. The WR20 base unit simply needs to be connected to the SimNet network, in order to have complete and instant control of the products in the network. The WR20 controller uses Bluetooth Class 1 wireless technology, offering an astounding range of up to 100m, making it suitable for even the largest of the world's superyachts. However, the design and price point reflects its suitability for mid to high-end production or bespoke sail and powerboats, sportsfishing boats and of course single handed leisure and race boats. The true power of the RemoteCommander is its ability to control such a wide range of products: Autopilots (TP22, TP32, WP32, AP16, AP25/26/27) Steer the boat from anywhere onboard Easy course adjustment using the NavPad Wireless control of advanced steering features Heading information display in the palm of your hand Plotters, Echosounders and NavStation (CP31, CX33, CX34/44/54, EQ33/44/54) Remotely command your Radar, ChartPlotter or Sounder Change views, zoom, scroll cursor Full MOB control from anywhere Seamless control of pilot and navigation VHF (RS81/82, RS86/87) Make VHF calls from the WR20 handset Choose channel, press PTT Easy volume and squelch adjustment Call crew on the intercom Instruments (IS12) Full handheld instrument control View all instrument data on handset Improve sailing performance/convenience Choose up to four lines of crisp text “The possibilities with WR20 are many and using it will change the way people sail, cruise and fish,” says Svend L. Larsen, International Sales Manager. “Convenience is paramount but the WR20 can also enhance performance and increase safety by providing access to your key electronic systems from anywhere onboard.” Small, but incredibly powerful, the rugged, waterproof WR20 handset has been designed with ease of use at the forefront. Featuring just a few keys and circular NavPad, the primary functions of all systems in the network can be accessed with the minimum of button presses. A simple keypad lock means it cannot be operated accidentally. The display/menu is fully customisable, providing complete control of whatever data you want to view. It also features a white backlight for day use and red for night use. Power comes from an advanced, high capacity rechargeable Li-Ion battery which is charged whenever the handset is placed in its cradle. The WR20 also comes with a handy neck strap. “A complete SimNet network onboard greatly enhances navigation, control and communication capabilities. Add the WR20 to the network and the most advanced electronics set-up available today provides not only greater reliability, safety and performance, but total freedom too.” comments Jan Berner, President, Simrad Yachting. |
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