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title: XR2 Portable Pilot Unit | AD Navigation
description: Engineered for the demands of modern vessel navigation and docking, the XR2 delivers ultra-precise low-speed, heading, and Rate of Turn measurements.
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# XR2 Portable Pilot Unit: Precision Navigation for Modern Pilots

#### Engineered for the demands of modern vessel navigation and docking, the XR2 delivers ultra-precise low-speed, heading, and Rate of Turn measurements - crucial for safe and effective pilotage.

 

![xr2-2pods-shadow](https://adnavigation.com/hubfs/Products/XR2/xr2-2pods-shadow.png)

Now in its second generation, the XR2 is more compact, lighter, and tougher than ever, while remaining fully wireless for optimal flexibility on board.

With advanced RTK positioning from GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, and Galileo, and high-precision RoT sensors, the XR2 ensures exceptional performance where it matters most.

XR2 employs robust UHF network communication between the XR2 PODs to boost the signal penetration. By this, any problems with system communication because of interference or challenging ship structures is a thing of the past.

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### More compact - Still Wireless

XR2 communicates with the Pilots portable Electronic Chart System via standard wireless technology. The complete system comprises of only three small, light, ruggedized POD units, making it ideal for transportation and operation under various conditions.

### Unique Interpod UHF Network

XR2 employs robust UHF network communication between the XR2 PODs to boost the signal penetration. By this, any problems with system communication because of interference or challenging ship structures are history.

### Put it in your pocket

We have listened to every Pilot we have met, and everyone says that size and weight do count.   
We have now reduced the size of nearly 75 % in volume, which means that the size is smaller, the weight is lighter, and the battery life is almost unheard of.

## 3 Modes of Operation:

![](https://adnavigation.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Reworked%20images/single-mode.png?width=1400&height=788&name=single-mode.png)

 AIS

### Single mode

For Situational Awareness purposes, you may connect MPU pod to Pilot Plug Connector to display AIS targets along with independent RoT, ship heading and its own AIS position.

![dual-mode](https://adnavigation.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Reworked%20images/dual-mode.png?width=1400&height=788&name=dual-mode.png)

 Position

### Dual mode

AIS position originated form the ship is doubtful for decision making processes. You would in this mode employ the POS pod to derive independent positioning in addition to the features for Single Mode. RTK positioning is possible.

![triple-mode](https://adnavigation.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Reworked%20images/triple-mode.png?width=1400&height=788&name=triple-mode.png)

 Stand alone

### Triple mode

In this mode the third pod (HDG) is employed to provide independent heading. By this, the XR2 is fully mobilized to give you 100% ship-independent navigational data with the highest possible quality and reliability on positioning, lateral speeds, SOG, COG heading and RoT

![XR2 - 3pods-horizontal](https://adnavigation.com/hubfs/Products/XR2/XR2%20-%203pods-horizontal.png)

 Performance

- Bow and Stern Speed: 1 cm/sec (0,02 knots)
- Heading Accuracy: 0.01 deg\*
- Rate of Turn: 0,05 deg/min
- Position Accuracy: 1 cm (RTK mode)
- Vertical: 2 cm (RTK mode)

\* at 20m baseline

 Features

- Weight each pod: 600 gram
- Dimensions - pods (L x W x H):  10 x 10 x 5 cm
- Very rugged encapsulation
- Battery life: 24 hours (Battery performance may vary depending on operational usage)
- Wireless Standard: WLAN 802.11b/g/n
- IP67

 Software

The XR2 is compatible with all Multi-Platform Pilot Software Packages on the market.  Among others:

- Orca Pilot X
- SEAiq
- Wärtsilä Pilot Pro
- Qastor

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###### XR2 Applications

## - For all areas of the Maritime Industry

### [Offshore Telemetry Systems Our Offshore Telemetry System gives customers a complete, real-time overview of ship-to-ship transfers, tandem mooring, and a wide range of offshore operations—fully customisable to meet specific operational requirements. arrow\_forward](https://adnavigation.com/applications/offshore-bas?hsLang=en)

### [Dry Docking Applications Traditional laser and radar berthing systems come with high costs and complex installations. AD Navigation offers a smarter alternative—leveraging precise RTK correction to deliver a remote, highly reliable docking solution with real-time Trim and List data for unmatched accuracy and control. arrow\_forward](https://adnavigation.com/applications/dry-docking-concepts?hsLang=en)

### [Remote Pilotage AD Navigation delivers smart, customised remote pilotage solutions—enhancing safety, response, and environmental protection across the maritime industry. arrow\_forward](https://adnavigation.com/applications/remote-pilotage?hsLang=en)

### [Customised Client based Solutions Our in-house production and development teams design innovative, customised solutions for all sectors of the maritime industry—enhancing safety, efficiency, and operational performance arrow\_forward](https://adnavigation.com/applications/acustomised-client-solutions?hsLang=en)

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