Garmin Compact Reactor 40 Hydraulic Autopilot W/Ghc 20 And Shadow Drive Pack
Ideal Entry-level Autopilot System
- Includes Compact Reactor 40 starter pack, GHC 20 marine autopilot control unit and Shadow Drive technology
- Recommended only for single-engine outboard boats less than 30’ long¹
- Solid-state 9-axis Attitude Heading Reference System (AHRS)
- Minimizes heading error, course deviation, rudder movement and power consumption while providing a comfortable ride
- Minimal commissioning and calibration
Designed
for boats less than 30’ long, the Compact Reactor 40 autopilot provides
relief from manually holding the wheel to maintain course, especially
when cruising at moderate to high speeds¹. Sit back at the helm, and
enjoy your time on the water as the solid-state 9-axis AHRS technology
delivers a comfortable ride.
Offered in 3 different corepacks,
this autopilot lets you configure your autopilot setup, depending on the
features you need and how much you want to spend. Buy the starter pack
(compatible chartplotter required²), add a GHC 20 marine autopilot
control unit, or add both GHC 20 and the Shadow Drive attachment.
The
autopilot is easy to install with flexible mounting options and quick,
easy commissioning. Choose a corepack with our patented Shadow Drive
technology, and simply turn the wheel to take control of the helm; hold a
constant course to re-engage. It integrates with compatible Garmin
electronics to control the autopilot from the chartplotter display. And
it can be engaged to follow an Auto Guidance path³ (requires LakeVü HD
Ultra maps or BlueChart® g2 Vision® HD charts).
Solid-state 9-axis AHRS
With
its advanced solid-state 9-axis AHRS, Compact Reactor 40 provides you
with more flexible mounting options. In addition, this system greatly
minimizes heading error, course deviation, rudder movement and power
consumption while providing a comfortable ride for all on board.
Reacts to Conditions
This
amazing autopilot actually reacts to the sea to hold your course. Even
when the boat is pitching and rolling, you can remain confident that the
Compact Reactor 40 autopilot will keep you on your desired course.
Minimal Commissioning and Calibration
All
autopilots require commissioning and calibration to work properly. We
know you just want to get on the water, so we made this process as fast
and easy as possible. That’s the power of simple.
Full Integration with Garmin Electronics
Combined
with our compatible networked electronics, you can have full control of
Compact Reactor 40 from wherever you are on the boat. In addition to
holding its course in virtually all weather and wind conditions, the
system can smoothly perform a variety of preprogrammed trolling and
search procedures. Plus, with BlueChart g2 Vision HD charts (sold
separately), you gain optional features such as Auto Guidance³, which
automatically steers GPS paths.
Stay in Control with Shadow Drive Technology
Included
patented Shadow Drive technology gives you the security of knowing you
maintain control, even when the autopilot is engaged. The Shadow Drive
system automatically disengages the autopilot if the helm is turned,
giving you the freedom to maneuver the boat. The autopilot automatically
re-engages when you hold a steady course.
Connect to Networked Devices
Compact
Reactor 40 can be operated using the included GHC 20 helm control unit.
In fact, you can connect up to 3 GHC helm control units. You can also
operate it directly from your compatible Garmin chartplotter¹ screen.
GHC communicates with the autopilot system via your NMEA 2000® network,
so autopilot heading data can be shared easily with other devices. This
enables MARPA and chart overlay when connected to a Garmin radar and
chartplotter. An optional handheld wireless remote control is also
available.
In The Box:
- GHC 20 helm control display
- Shadow Drive
- Reactor 40 CCU (Course Computer Unit)
- 1.0 L Pump
- ECU (Electronic Control Unit)
- ECU power cable
- Interconnect cable
- Buzzer
- NMEA 2000® drop cables (2 meters)
- NMEA 2000 power cable
- NMEA 2000 T-connectors
- Male and female terminators
- Documentation
¹Not
recommended for fishing or applications that require holding heading
while trolling or at low speeds. For applications that require precise
heading control while trolling or at low speeds, our higher-performance
Reactor 40 models are recommended.
²Requires echoMAP™ CHIRP 5x/7x/9x
chartplotter/sonar combos; ECHOMAP Plus 6x/7x/9x chartplotter/sonar
combo; GPSMAP® chartplotter series
7200/7400/7600/8000/8200/8400/8500/8600; or GPSMAP chartplotter/sonar
combo series 7x2/9x2/10x2/12x2
³Auto Guidance is for planning purposes only and does not replace safe navigation operations.
Manufacturer Part Number: 010-00705-08