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AA560 Control and Counter
The AA560 Control and Counter is a surface-mounted windlass control panel, allowing boaters to deploy and retrieve their anchor with the push of a button from the helm. With a user-friendly digital display, it accurately tracks and displays the length of anchor rope and chain deployed.
Features
- Improved contrast on the LCD
- Automatic Sensor Detection – no need to select sensor in the set up
- Manual control stop at docking distance – stops the windlass during retrieval when using manual and automatic operation
- Swap controls option in the set up – this option means the Up button can be used as Out and the Down button can be used as In
- Drum windlass counting capability
- Improved troubleshooting – Simplified diagnostics and built in voltmeter with expanded technician diagnostics
Plus
- “One touch” automatic function deploys and retrieves a preset length of anchor rode
- Docking alarm and pre-set stopping point help protect the boat during anchor retrieval
- Adjustable backlighting ensures clear night operation
- Choice of feet or metres rode measurement
- Safety lock reduces unwanted windlass operation
- Easy installation and set up
- Plug and play sensor installation
- Use with DC, AC and hydraulic windlasses
- Logs windlass operating hours for maintenance
- Inbuilt diagnostics for troubleshooting installation issues
- Install up to 2 units or combine with other AutoAnchor products for multiple stations on the boat
- For all-chain counting, the AA560 also operates with a reed switch sensor, including those fitted directly in the windlass gearbox
- Counts with high current footswitches
- Works with all other AA electronic sensors for retrofitting ie Grey, Black & Flat
- Weather cover to protect the console unit
Package Inclusions
AA560 Kit Includes:
- 1 console unit
- 1 sensor with 2m cable
- 1 magnet
- Load sensing connectors
- Installation and operation instructions
About
AA560 Control and Counter
The AA560 Control and Counter is a surface-mounted windlass control panel, allowing boaters to deploy and retrieve their anchor with the push of a button from the helm. With a user-friendly digital display, it accurately tracks and displays the length of anchor rope and chain deployed.
Specification
Features
- Improved contrast on the LCD
- Automatic Sensor Detection – no need to select sensor in the set up
- Manual control stop at docking distance – stops the windlass during retrieval when using manual and automatic operation
- Swap controls option in the set up – this option means the Up button can be used as Out and the Down button can be used as In
- Drum windlass counting capability
- Improved troubleshooting – Simplified diagnostics and built in voltmeter with expanded technician diagnostics
Plus
- “One touch” automatic function deploys and retrieves a preset length of anchor rode
- Docking alarm and pre-set stopping point help protect the boat during anchor retrieval
- Adjustable backlighting ensures clear night operation
- Choice of feet or metres rode measurement
- Safety lock reduces unwanted windlass operation
- Easy installation and set up
- Plug and play sensor installation
- Use with DC, AC and hydraulic windlasses
- Logs windlass operating hours for maintenance
- Inbuilt diagnostics for troubleshooting installation issues
- Install up to 2 units or combine with other AutoAnchor products for multiple stations on the boat
- For all-chain counting, the AA560 also operates with a reed switch sensor, including those fitted directly in the windlass gearbox
- Counts with high current footswitches
- Works with all other AA electronic sensors for retrofitting ie Grey, Black & Flat
- Weather cover to protect the console unit
Package Inclusions
Package Inclusions
AA560 Kit Includes:
- 1 console unit
- 1 sensor with 2m cable
- 1 magnet
- Load sensing connectors
- Installation and operation instructions
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