Simrad NEON 2.3 Adds Exclusive Lenco Pro Control Trim-Tab Integration

Simrad Marine Electronics released NEON 2.3 on January 22, 2026, bringing the first-and-only Lenco Pro Control integration to NEON-based multifunction displays. The update connects Lenco Pro Control Auto and Pro Control Assist features directly into Simrad's NSX, NSX ULTRAWIDE and NSS 4 displays, giving a touchscreen interface and automatic trim-tab leveling to helms running the NEON platform.

For DIY installers and electronics-savvy skippers this is a practical upgrade rather than a flashy add-on. Integrating Pro Control Auto and Pro Control Assist into the Simrad display ecosystem means trim tabs can be managed from the same helm screens used for charts and engine data, and automatic leveling can run without a separate controller on the dash. The emphasis on improved helm integration is likely to simplify retrofit projects where owners are combining Lenco trim-tab actuators with existing Simrad multifunction displays.

NEON 2.3 is distributed through the Simrad companion app, over Wi‑Fi, or by SD card, and Simrad has included guidance for downloading the update and registering compatible devices. The release also bundles radar and target display improvements and additional integrations for vessel systems, increasing system interoperability for owners who run mixed electronics networks. Those updating should confirm NEON-based hardware compatibility and follow Simrad's registration steps to enable the Pro Control features on the display.

Practical benefits include a reduced need for separate control modules at the helm, cleaner installation runs, and a coordinated user experience when trimming underway. For skippers who frequently adjust trim to manage porpoising, heavy quartering seas, or load changes, Pro Control Auto’s automatic leveling and Pro Control Assist’s touch-based inputs on the Simrad screen will streamline adjustments. For installers fitting Lenco trim tabs to boats already using NSX or NSS 4 displays, the integration cuts a step by bringing tab control into the main helm interface.

NEON 2.3’s availability now means owners can plan updates during regular maintenance windows. Use the Simrad companion app or Wi‑Fi path for convenience, or apply the update by SD card if that suits your workshop processes, and complete device registration as indicated. Verify that your display model and Lenco Pro Control components match compatibility requirements before flashing the unit.

This update tightens the link between trim-tab systems and helm electronics, making it easier to trim the learning curve when fitting or upgrading tabs. Expect smoother retrofits and tighter helm workflows as more owners apply NEON 2.3 to their NSX and NSS 4 installations.