7 Interfacing
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7 Interfacing

  7.1 Sensors

The track controller should be connected to position, heading and speed sensors which meet the standards of the Organization. The heading measurement system should be a gyro-compass.

  7.2 Status information

All connected sensors should be able to provide status, including failure information.

  7.3 Standards

The track control system should be capable of digital, serial communication with the ship's navigation system and comply with the relevant international standards.footnote

Parent topic: Annex 2 - Recommendation on Performance Standards for Track Control Systems
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