ZF Controls

ZF Controls – Electronic controls for pleasure boat and yacht

ZF Marine’s electronic propulsion control systems are at the leading edge of electronics technology. The ZF controls products incorporate well-proven hardware and software to ensure reliability, easy operation, and maintenance. A wide range of systems means optimum equipment can be chosen to specifically match the type of vessel or propulsion configuration – single-engine, multi-engine, or multi-station.

ZF Controls Advantages

Reliable operation
Ease of use
Simplified installation and maintenance
Wide range of products for all types of applications

Smart Command:
Cruise mode (default) – one control lever control for each engine/transmission.
Easidock® mode – easy and precise maneuverability in confined waters.
Autotroll® mode – permits a full range of low-speed control
Warm-up mode – allows control of engine rpm without transmission engagement
One Lever mode – multiengine operation through the single lever.

MiniCommand:
Cruise mode (default) – one control lever control for each engine.
Start interlock – prevents engine start while the transmission is in gear.
Warm-up mode – allows control of engine rpm without transmission engagement
Single Lever mode – multiengine operation through the single lever.
Automatic engine synchronization – engine synchronization to save fuel

ZF has more than fifty years of experience in the design and production of controls systems for all types of pleasure and commercial craft.

ZF controls offer a large range of innovative and compact control heads with an ergonomic lever shape and a user-friendly display where all functions can be easily selected using soft-touch pushbuttons. Visual indicators help to locate the neutral detent position and LED’s indicate which control head is in command and whether the corresponding transmission is engaged.

SmartCommand is a powerful control system that integrates the latest in CANbus (Controller Area Network) technology in a user-friendly control head. SmartCommand puts you in complete control, offering special features for docking or trolling..

MiniCommand provides control of electronically actuated diesel and gas-powered engines and marine transmissions in a robust, compact package.

Designed for pleasure craft and some light-duty commercial vessels up to 50 feet in length with a maximum of two control stations.

MiniCommand is a reasonably priced control system containing the features of control systems costing significantly more, making boat handling and docking easy and effortless.

The 9000 Series and CruiseCommand control systems from ZF controls are reliable and responsive controls systems, with easy installation in all types of boats. These systems can be matched to a vast choice of control heads to ensure ease of use for the captain of the boat.

The 9000 Series and CruiseCommand have been tested to requirements set by survey societies such as ABS and DNV, and meet ABYC standards for performance and functional testing.

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