1. What is a Volvo Penta IPS?
Volvo Penta IPS (Inboard Performance System) is a modern inboard steering and
throttle control system with multiple pod drive units, which can rotate 360 degrees. IPS
provides easy maneuverability, better fuel efficiency, less CO2 emissions, higher efficiency,
speed etc. The IPS Joystick Controller allows simple lateral or rotational boat movement.
For more details, visit http://www.volvopenta.com.
Volvo Penta IPS consists of a proprietary CAN network called EVC (Electronic Vessel
Control), and the system is controlled electronically. The NAVpilot-300 can be networked
with IPS through a dedicated gateway. The following table summarizes the difference in
interconnection and required items to connect to the IPS network.
IPS gateway Furuno part # 000-022-971-00 is compatible with Volvo Penta (VP) IPS drive
versions C, D, or E type. These VP IPS drive versions have been installed on all IPS
systems for the past several years. All new VP IPS vessels are compatible with the
NAVpilot-300 via the IPS gateway. It is easy to confirm whether the IPS drive is a C, D, or
E version. If you visually confirm that the boat has the same Throttle and Joystick
controllers as pictured below, it is compatible with the NAVpilot-300.
The Navpilot 300 is compatible with two, three, or four IPS drives.
