Furuno NavPilot 300 Seastar Optimus Package

Description

The Furuno NavPilot 300 SeaStar Optimus Package is a complete digital autopilot system for vessels equipped with a compatible SeaStar Optimus 360 Joystick steering system. It includes the NavPilot 300 control unit, FAP-3011 processor, PG700 heading sensor, Optimus gateway, and required cables to connect the autopilot to the existing Optimus electronic steering network. The SeaStar Optimus 360 system itself is not included.

This package communicates with the existing electronic steering system through its approved gateway, so it does not add a separate hydraulic pump or mechanical steering actuator. The 115 mm by 115 mm control head is flush mounted and the processor requires a dry protected location. Confirm the installed Optimus system, available network connection, vessel software compatibility, and complete Furuno interface requirements before purchase.

Key Specifications

• Complete Furuno NavPilot 300 package for compatible SeaStar Optimus 360 Joystick steering systems.
• Includes NavPilot 300 control unit, FAP-3011 processor, PG700 heading sensor, Optimus gateway, and connection cables.
• Requires an existing compatible SeaStar Optimus 360 Joystick system, which is not included.
• Uses digital steering commands through the Optimus electronic steering network rather than a separate hydraulic pump or mechanical drive.
• Supports compatible 12V or 24V vessel electrical arrangements.
• Uses the PG700 rate-compensated fluxgate heading sensor for autopilot heading data.
• Supports NMEA 2000 and compatible CAN-bus system integration.
• The control head measures 115 mm by 115 mm with IP56 front-panel protection, while the processor requires a protected internal location.

System Integration

This autopilot is designed for a compatible SeaStar Optimus 360 Joystick electronic steering installation. It is not a conversion kit for mechanical cable steering, conventional hydraulic steering, or outboards without the supported Optimus electronic steering architecture. The Optimus gateway is essential because it carries autopilot commands between the Furuno system and the existing steering network.

Confirm the installed Optimus generation, engine and steering configuration, available network connection, FAP-3011 software compatibility, PG700 mounting location, power supply, and NMEA 2000 network arrangement. Follow Furuno and SeaStar installation documentation for gateway connection, configuration, steering checks, and sea-trial setup.

Installation Considerations

Install the processor in a dry accessible location away from heat, vibration, and water exposure. Mount the PG700 clear of magnetic interference, high-current wiring, batteries, engines, speakers, and ferrous structures. Reserve suitable flush-mount space for the NavPilot 300 controller, route power and network cabling with strain relief, and verify normal manual steering, joystick operation, autopilot engagement, and disengagement during commissioning.

Before Ordering

Confirm an existing compatible SeaStar Optimus 360 Joystick system, required Optimus gateway interface, FAP-3011 processor compatibility, PG700 sensor location, 12V or 24V supply, 115 mm by 115 mm control-head mounting space, protected processor location, available network connection, NMEA 2000 integration, software compatibility, and complete Furuno plus SeaStar installation requirements before purchase.