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Zeus2 Chart Plotters
Three completely self-contain control heads exist on the network (helm, chart table and nav
station). By default they read the GPS signal from the arch-mounted antenna, but each of the
units has an internal GPS antenna as well.
AIS
KEWA’s AIS with a separate VHF antenna provides great 2-way awareness of other vessels and
their intentions. There are times (at dock and at anchor, for example) when broadcasting AIS
would just clutter someone’s nav system so there is a micro-located on the breaker pane to turn
off AIS broadcasting, or silent mode can be enabled through Settings on the Zeus2’s, but it is
several menu layers deep and the status can’t as easily be determined at a glance, like looking at
the switch.
ProAIS2 software allows configuration interaction with the AIS.
Route Sharing
At present there is not a known method to share (i.e., upload/download) waypoints and routes
between the two separate B&G Zeus2 and PC-based Expedition systems.
Autopilot: Robertson AP300X
The autopilot is installed with control heads at the Helm, Nav station and instrument panel under
the dodger. The unit has two drives, and the drive selector switch located in the comm locker:
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“Shore” = Robertson linear drive under small master bunk.
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“Genset” = Whitlock drive in engine room.
A handy feature for singlehanded sailing is the automatic turning function. Press the Dodge
button twice and then select port or starboard to initiate the turn.
The normal mode of using the autopilot with a sailboat is to simply have it maintain a compass
heading or a wind angle. It can be driven by routes from the navigation systems but that is not
recommended, particularly for sailboats.
Instruments: B&G Triton
Inputs
Displays
Locations of key components
Radar: B&G
The radar antenna is located on the mast and is accessible from any of the three Zeus2s. Great
unit, low current and nice software features, including easy overlays with charts.
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