KVH INDUSTRIES
KVH AC1000P Heading Sensor

A precision stand-alone heading sensor for sail and power

The AutoComp 1000 employs KVHÂ’s breakthrough digital fluxgate compass technology to provide precision heading data to an array of systems, including autopilots, GPS, video charts, radars, computers, and other electronic instruments. Designed as a remote sensor, the AutoComp 1000 can be mounted in a magnetically “clean” location (e.g., away from speakers, motors, wiring bundles, and other sources of changing magnetic fields), and its continuous automatic compensation feature ensures that the most precise heading data (within ±0.5°) is available at all times. The AutoComp 1000 is fully compatible with the NMEA 0183 output standard and a universal interface card is available for use with other interface standards.

• Remote sensor with continuous autocompensation ensures reliable heading data at all times
• Accurate to within ±0.5°
• Fast 10 Hz NMEA 0183 standard output compatible with other ARPA radars, autopilots, and other electronic systems; optional interface card available for other outputs
• Options include mounting bracket and extension cables
• Variants for use aboard sailboats and power vessels

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