NCT-32M

JRC (Japan Radio Co) NCT-32M is a shipboard unit in the Autopilot & Bridge Systems group, classified in the source as Autopilot System. It is normally installed at the bridge steering console with control/feedback components connected to the steering gear. Its primary duty is to maintain or control vessel heading by processing heading commands and actuating the steering system. In service it interfaces with gyro or heading sensors, rudder-angle feedback, steering gear, control network, bridge selectors and alarms. Compared with neighboring entries in the same product family, this record is the exact JRC (Japan Radio Co) NCT-32M variant; the model designation should be retained unchanged when matching onboard documentation and spares. For exact limits, settings, test values and approved maintenance criteria, refer to the manufacturer documentation for the exact figure.