Furuno Second Control Unit for NavPilot 711C
Furuno Second Control Unit for NavPilot 711C — Product description
Enhance your boating experience with the Furuno FAP7011C-A second control unit, designed specifically for the NavPilot 711C autopilot system. Whether you're navigating a sleek yacht or a rugged fishing vessel, this compact color display unit lets you take command from a secondary helm station. No more rushing between stations—stay where you need to be while maintaining precise control over your course, speed adjustments, and advanced autopilot functions.
Boaters trust Furuno for gear that withstands salty sprays, pounding waves, and endless hours under the sun. This second station controller mirrors the main unit's intuitive interface, ensuring seamless operation across your boat. It's perfect for multi-helm setups, where convenience meets safety on longer voyages or busy decks.
Key Features That Set the FAP7011C-A Apart
- Sunlight-Readable Color Display: Crisp day/night graphics shine in bright sunlight without washing out your night vision, making it ideal for all-day cruising.
- Full NavPilot Integration: Access self-learning algorithms that adapt to your boat's speed, trim, draught, tide, wind, and weather—parameters that evolve with every trip for pinpoint accuracy.
- Multi-Display Networking: Connect up to six units on a single CAN bus or NMEA2000 network for redundancy and isolation, keeping your steering reliable even if one station glitches.
- One-Touch Controls: Switch effortlessly between economy mode (saving up to 2.5% on fuel), precision navigation (XTE accuracy within 18 feet), and specialized maneuvers like FishHunter orbits.
- Plug-and-Play Compatibility: Matches perfectly with NavNet TZtouch, FI-50 instruments, and other Furuno nav gear for a unified dashboard feel.
Real-World Benefits for Serious Boaters
Picture this: You're at the flybridge adjusting course while spotting fish below. The FAP7011C-A empowers FishHunter mode to circle targets automatically—great for trolling or MOB scenarios. Pair it with optional SAFE HELM and POWER ASSIST (via FPS8 module) for effortless hydraulic steering that slashes physical effort during tight maneuvers.
Unlike basic remotes, this unit learns your vessel's quirks over time, reducing dead reckoning errors and enhancing overall efficiency. Sailors love its adaptability for wind shifts; powerboaters appreciate the power savings in economy mode. Built tough for harsh marine environments, it delivers the reliability Furuno's known for without the fluff.
Maximizing Your FAP7011C-A: Pro Tips from Seasoned Skippers
Installation is straightforward with the included 10m cable assembly—mount it single-DIN style near your secondary helm using the provided sponge and plastic cover for a clean, protected fit. During setup, run the on-screen wizard to calibrate steering parameters; it takes minutes and locks in your boat's profile.
For best results:
- Position away from direct engine heat to preserve display longevity.
- Update firmware via your main NavPilot for the latest SAFE HELM enhancements.
- Test network redundancy on open water—switch between stations to confirm failover.
- In rough seas, toggle to precision mode for tighter cross-track error control.
This setup shines on outboards, inboards, and sailboats, turning autopilot management into a breeze. Skippers report fewer fatigue-related errors and more enjoyable time on the water.
Everything You Need Right Out of the Box
- FAP7011C-A control unit with mounting hardware
- Protective white plastic cover
- 10m cable assembly for flexible routing
- Mounting sponge for secure, vibration-free install
- Comprehensive operator's manual and guide
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the FAP7011C-A compatible only with NavPilot 711C?
Yes, this second control unit is tailored for the NavPilot 711C autopilot, ensuring full feature access like adaptive learning and FishHunter modes without compatibility hiccups.
Can I use multiple FAP7011C-A units on one system?
Absolutely—network up to six displays across CAN bus or NMEA2000 for multi-station control, providing safety through redundancy.
Does it support SAFE HELM and POWER ASSIST?
It fully supports these when paired with the FPS8 Power Steering Module and compatible HRP pump, offering assisted hydraulic steering from any helm.
How does the display handle bright sunlight?
The color day/night graphic display excels in direct sun with high viewability, transitioning smoothly to night mode without glare.
What's the best way to maintain the unit?
Wipe with a soft, damp cloth and mild soap; avoid harsh chemicals. Store the cover over it when not in use to shield from UV and salt buildup.
Is wiring complex for installation?
Not at all—the 10m cable plugs directly into your NavPilot 711C via plug-and-play interfaces, with the wizard guiding calibration.
For over 70 years, Furuno has been continuously imagining and creating new solutions, making new marine electronic equipment with the goal of offering both performance and simplicity for everyone. Not only for men and women who make a living on the seas, but also for those who simply want to enjoy the boating lifestyle. For them, Furuno has become synonymous with quality, performance, and reliability.
Furuno FAP7011CA Attributes
- Compatibility: NavPilot 711C Autopilot System
- Function: To Adjust Vessel Speed/ Trim/ Draught/ Tide And Wind Effects/ Dead Band/ Weather
Furuno FAP7011CA Features & Benefits
- For NavPilot 711C Autopilot System
- Furuno Products Are Provides Performance And Reliability
- High-Performance Products Proven In The Harshest Of Environments
- Offering Quality Design
- Limited 2 Year Warranty
Second Control Unit for NavPilot 711C
Kick back, relax and let NavPilot steer you to your destination!
FURUNO's NavPilot is a revolutionary autopilot with a sunlight viewable display designed for a variety of vessels. It utilizes a self-learning and adaptive software algorithm, and plays the ultimate role in course-keeping capability. NavPilot dynamically adjusts essential parameters during navigation, such as vessel speed, trim, draught, tide and wind effects, dead band, weather and more. These parameters are stored in system memory and continuously optimized to make the NavPilot more versatile.
The NavPilot 711C features a color day/night graphic display, offering much better sunlight viewability during the day while not affecting your night vision when the sun goes down.
Self-learning and adaptive software
From the first dock-side setup through the last voyage you made, NavPilot continues to learn your vessel's steering characteristics, allowing for real-time, dynamic adjustments to make the boat's steering more accurate.
SAFE HELM and POWER ASSIST features provide Efficient and Effective Helm Steering Control
The optional SAFE HELM and POWER ASSIST features provide a unique interface to the vessel's hydraulic hand steering system, providing unrivaled comfort and control of steering directly from any manual helm on the vessel. These two modes greatly reduce steering effort and enhance the safety of your autopilot.
The POWER ASSIST mode incorporates the SAFE HELM concept and provides speed-based, power assisted steering, which greatly reduces manual helm effort in maneuvering situations. POWER ASSIST is a unique helm-activated assisted steering feature that can augment or replace separate electric and power-robbing, engine-driven power steering systems on many vessels. POWER ASSIST reduces steering system complexity and costs while increasing economy.
SAFE HELM and POWER ASSIST modes will require the optional FPS8 Power Steering Module and an appropriate HRP Pumpset.
If you are interested in utilizing the "SAFE HELM" and "POWER ASSIST" features, it is highly recommend that, when installing the NavPilot 700 Series Autopilot, the optional FPS8 Power Steering Module is purchased and installed at the same time. This will eliminate the need to re-plumb the hydraulic system and run additional connection cables in the future.
FishHunter mode
FishHunter mode is a unique feature of FURUNO's NavPilot series. Find a fish target with your FURUNO sonar/sounder or bird target with your FURUNO radar and feed it to the NavPilot The NavPilot will activate the FishHunter mode to perform square, zigzag, circle, orbit, spiral or figure-eight maneuvers around the specified target at a user selected distance. This feature can also be used for Man Overboard (MOB).
Furuno's NavPilot series is designed to match the NavNet 3D, FI-50 Instrument series and other navigation equipment. The "Plug and Play" CAN bus interface allows for easy installation and exceptional interface ability.
Features:
- NavPilot 711C second control unit, single din
- Color day/night graphic display offers improved sunlight viewability during the day while not affecting vision when the sun goes down
- Revolutionary SAFE HELM and POWER ASSIST option brings unrivaled steering comfort and control at the helm (This feature will be available in an upcoming software update)
- Selectable "Economy" and "Precision" Navigation Modes combine adaptive technology providing fuel and power savings of up to 2.5% or more
- "Precision" XTE accuracy: within 18'
- Dual NMEA2000 network interface and Furuno CAN bus interface provides isolation and redundancy for safety
- Simplified activation set-up by on-screen wizard
- Perfect for inboard or outboard power boats and sail boats
- Simple one-touch mode selection enables flexible steering and course control
- Perfect cosmetic match with NavNet TZtouch
- Mix and match up to 6 displays in a single network
"The FURUNO Second Control Unit for NavPilot 711C is brand new. FURUNO Second Control Unit for NavPilot 711C Kick back, relax and let NavPilot steer you to your destination! FURUNO's NavPilot is a revolutionary autopilot with a sunlight viewable display designed for a variety of vessels."
SKU: NVN-61680
MPN: FAP7011C-A
UPC: 611679355553
Technical specifications
| Brand | Furuno |
| Model | Furuno Second Control Unit for NavPilot 711C |
| SKU / MFR# | 61680 |
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