Simrad HS60 GPS Compass NMEA2000 - Cable not included
Simrad HS60 GPS Compass NMEA2000 - Cable not included — Product description
Accurate Heading with Dual GPS Antennas
An accurate heading sensor is essential for autopilot, advanced radar features, and many other on-board electronics. The HS60 GPS compass determines your boat's heading using two separate GPS antennas, which are packed into one compact casing. This provides greater accuracy than a common magnetic fluxgate compass, without the cost and maintenance requirements of a gyrocompass. Unlike a standard GPS receiver, which can only estimate heading based on the movement of your boat, the HS60's dual antennas provide an accurate heading even while your boat is stationary.
Fast and Accurate Positioning
The HS60's high-speed GPS receiver updates your position ten times every second, perfect for fast-moving powerboats, while quick startup means you won't get caught waiting for a position fix before you can get underway. Support for satellite based augmentation systems (SBAS) offers enhanced positional accuracy where available.
Integrated Gyro & Tilt Sensors
On-board gyro and tilt sensors deliver heave, roll, and pitch information to compatible systems. These sensors also offer faster and smoother heading updates than GPS alone, and provide heading updates during any temporary loss of GPS signal.
Requires an NMEA 2000 drop cable with Micro-C connector.
Navigating open waters demands precision, especially when every degree matters for autopilot performance or radar overlays. The Simrad HS60 GPS compass steps in as a compact powerhouse, blending dual GPS antennas with smart sensors to deliver rock-solid heading, position, and motion data. Unlike traditional fluxgate compasses that require constant calibration and can falter in rough seas, this all-in-one unit thrives in dynamic marine environments, keeping your vessel on course without the hassle.
Why Boaters Rely on the HS60 for Superior Navigation
- Effortless Heading Precision: Achieve 2° RMS accuracy using GPS signals alone—no magnetic interference from onboard electronics or steel hulls to worry about.
- Full Attitude Awareness: Capture heave, roll, and pitch alongside position, ideal for stabilizing charts, enhancing sonar imagery, or feeding data to advanced stabilization systems.
- Resilient in Any Conditions: Gyro and tilt sensors bridge GPS blackouts, maintaining reliable heading for up to three minutes, so you stay oriented during tunnels, heavy weather, or satellite dropouts.
- SBAS-Enhanced Accuracy: Tap into WAAS, EGNOS, and similar networks for sub-meter positioning, outperforming standard GPS in coastal cruising or busy harbors.
- Plug-and-Play Simplicity: NMEA 2000 integration means quick setup on Simrad displays, autopilots, and radars—no black box clutter below deck.
Inside the Technology: What Sets the HS60 Apart
High-Speed 10 Hz Updates for Dynamic Boating
Powerboats slicing through waves at speed need data that keeps up. The HS60's 10 Hz GPS receiver refreshes position and heading ten times per second, smoothing out tracks on chartplotters and ensuring autopilots respond fluidly to turns. Hot starts in under a second get you moving fast, while cold starts rarely exceed a minute—perfect for weekend warriors or charter ops.
Dual Antennas for Stationary and Moving Accuracy
Two internal GPS antennas calculate heading via signal differencing, delivering fixes in seconds even at anchor. This beats fluxgate compasses in ferrous-heavy boats, eliminating deviation charts and annual swings from nearby gear changes.
Sensor Fusion for Unmatched Reliability
Integrated gyroscopes and accelerometers provide immediate roll/pitch feedback and stabilize heading during GPS interruptions. In practice, this means seamless radar ARPA (Automatic Radar Plotting Aid) functionality or ECDIS compliance for commercial vessels, all from a rugged IP69 enclosure built to shrug off salt spray and UV.
COAST Technology: Extended Precision Without Satellites
Leverage the last known SBAS corrections to hold 1m accuracy for 40 minutes post-loss, a game-changer for polar expeditions or equatorial dead zones where geostationary birds struggle.
Easy Install and Versatile Mounting
At just 5.1" wide and 10.2" long, the HS60 flush-mounts on cabin tops or pole-mounts for optimal sky view. Keep it 300mm from compasses or magnetics. Connect via a standard NMEA 2000 drop cable (not included) for power and data sharing across your network. Optional NMEA 0183 via RS232 suits legacy setups. No deck penetrations needed—everything's self-contained and isolated for clean installs.
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Receiver Type | GPS L1 Compass |
| Update Rate | 10 Hz (position and heading) |
| Heading Accuracy | 2° RMS |
| Position Accuracy | Single Point: 3m (95%) | SBAS: 1m (95%) |
| Pitch/Roll Accuracy | 2° RMS |
| Heave Accuracy | 30 cm |
| Power Consumption | 2.0W nominal (8-36 VDC) |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 129 x 259 x 45 mm (5.1 x 10.2 x 1.8 in) |
| Operating Temperature | -30°C to +70°C (-22°F to +158°F) |
| IP Rating | IP69 |
| Connectivity | NMEA 2000 (primary), NMEA 0183 optional |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Simrad HS60 work with non-Simrad autopilots?
Yes, via NMEA 2000 it integrates seamlessly with most modern marine networks supporting PGN 127250 for heading data.
How does it handle GPS signal loss?
Built-in gyro and tilt sensors maintain accurate heading for up to 3 minutes, with drift limited to 2° per minute, and quick reacquisition upon signal return.
Is mounting orientation critical?
It must be level within 2° pitch/roll; forward-facing alignment ensures optimal dual-antenna heading calculation.
What's the difference from a standard GPS antenna?
The HS60 adds compass functionality via dual antennas and sensors, providing heading independent of boat motion or magnetism, plus motion data like heave.
Does it require calibration like fluxgate compasses?
No ongoing calibration needed—GPS-based heading auto-adjusts, free from deviation errors caused by onboard metals or electronics.
Can it improve radar overlay accuracy?
Absolutely; precise heading stabilizes MARPA targets and chart radar overlays, crucial for collision avoidance in traffic.
Is it suitable for sailboats?
Yes, though optimized for powerboats, its motion sensors handle heeling well, and stationary heading shines at anchor.
The Simrad HS60 GPS compass provides boaters with accurate heading and position data suitable for use with Simrad chartplotters, autopilots, radar, and AIS transponder systems. For applications such as autopilot, where precise heading information is required, the HS60 provides an all-in-one alternative to the traditional solution of a separate fluxgate compass and GPS receiver.
Features:
- Compass and GPS receiver in one
- Tracks heading, position, heave, roll, and pitch
- Suitable for use with Simrad autopilot systems
- 2° RMS heading accuracy with dual internal GPS antennas
- 1M differential positioning accuracy (using SBAS supports WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS & GAGAN)
- 3M positioning accuracy (GPS only)
- Maintains an accurate heading for up to 3 minutes during GPS outages
- Compact flush or pole-mounted design
- NMEA 2000® connectivity (NMEA 0183® optional)
The Simrad HS60 combines a high-speed 10 Hz, SBAS-compatible GPS receiver with integrated gyro and tilt sensors to provide smooth and accurate heading, position, heave, roll, and pitch information to Simrad chartplotters, autopilots, radar, and AIS systems.
10 Hz GPS Receiver
The HS60's high-speed GPS receiver delivers accurate and reliable positioning, updated ten times every second for smooth tracking of fast-moving powerboats. Fast startup means you won't get caught waiting for a position fix before you can get underway, with 'hot start' in less than a second and 'cold start' typically under a minute.
Enhanced Positioning with SBAS
With support for Satellite Based Augmentation Systems (SBAS) including WAAS (USA), EGNOS (Europe), MSAS (Japan) and GAGAN (India), the HS60 is able to use satellite-broadcast error correction data to deliver positional accuracy of up to 1M RMS, 95% of the time. Simrad COAST technology means the HS60 can even continue to deliver enhanced accuracy for up to 40 minutes if SBAS signal is lost, using the last error correction data received.
In areas or conditions where SBAS is unavailable, the HS60 delivers 'single-point' positioning with accuracy of up to 3M RMS (95%). Actual accuracy experienced depends on environmental factors, the number of satellites in view, satellite geometry, and SBAS coverage where available.
Accurate Heading with Dual GPS Antennas
The HS60 includes two separate GPS antennas within its compact casing, which are used to calculate heading with an accuracy of 2° RMS - greater accuracy than a magnetic fluxgate compass, without the cost and ongoing maintenance of a gyrocompass. With its dual GPS antennas, the HS60 provides an accurate heading even when your vessel is stationary, with a typical heading fix in less than ten seconds.
Integrated Gyro & Tilt Sensors
Onboard gyro and tilt sensors deliver heave, roll, and pitch information; offer faster and smoother heading updates than GPS alone; and provide heading updates during any temporary loss of GPS signal. Using these sensors, the HS60 is able to provide an accurate heading for up to three minutes during GPS outages, with an accuracy loss of no more than two degrees per minute and quick reacquisition of position once the signal has been reacquired.
Simple Installation with NMEA 2000® Connectivity
The compact and lightweight HS60 is supplied as a standalone system including mounting accessories. With GPS receiver, gyro and tilt sensors, and all other electronics integrated into the IP69 water-resistant antenna enclosure, there is no 'black box' required below deck.
The HS60 connects to Simrad autopilot systems, NSS evo2 and NSO evo2 chartplotter/multifunction displays, and other systems requiring a NMEA 2000®-connected compass or GPS. A single NMEA 2000® bus connection is required for both power and data, standard drop cable with 5-pin micro connector sold separately.
Specifications:- Reverse Polarity Protection: Yes
- Power Consumption: 2.0W nominal
- Power Supply (Supply Voltage): 8 to 36 VDC
- Grounding: Isolated to enclosure
- Humidity: 100% non-condensing
- Product Width: 129mm / 5.1"
- Product Depth: 259mm / 10.2"
- Product Height: 45mm / 1.8"
- Baud Rates: 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200
- Correction I/O Protocol: RTCM SC-104
- Data I/O Protocol: NMEA 2000 (Optional NMEA 0183)
- Serial Ports: 2 full-duplex RS232 or 1 NMEA 2000
- Compass Safe Distance [mm]: 300
- Pitch/Roll Angle: 2°
- Rate of Turn: 90°/s maximum
- Receiver Type: GPS L1 Compass
- Heading Accuracy: 2° RMS
- Heading Fix: < 10s typical (valid position)
- Connectors: NMEA 2000 Connector: 5 Pin Male Micro Connector
HS60 GPS compass NMEA2000-not including cable Simrad HS60 GPS compass can provide the crew with accurate heading and position data, suitable for use with Simrad chartplotter,...- Simplicity of a compass and GPS receiver in one
- Tracks heading, rate of turn, position, heave, roll, and pitch
- Accurate heading based on GPS data, free from magnetic interference
- Supports satellite-based augmentation systems (SBAS) for enhanced positional accuracy
- Compact flush-mount or pole-mounted design
- Easy installation with NMEA 2000 connectivity
SKU: NVN-59745
MPN: 000-12308-001
UPC: 9420024139516
- Reverse Polarity Protection: Yes
Technical specifications
| Brand | Simrad |
| Model | Simrad HS60 GPS Compass NMEA2000 - Cable not included |
| SKU / MFR# | 59745 |
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