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3. STEERING MODES
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3.2 AUTO Mode
3.2.1 Using the AUTO mode
The AUTO mode makes the NAVpilot-500 steer the boat automatically on a set
course.
Note: The AUTO mode will not bring your boat to the destination when wind or
tide prevails. Use this mode for a short straight voyage. Otherwise switch to the
NAV mode shown on page 3-5.
1. Direct the boat to the intended course desired.
The course in this mode is a line connecting between the origin and the
destination.
2. Press the [AUTO] key to access the Auto mode.
Your boat will automatically be steered toward the course at the moment the
[AUTO] key is pressed.
Whenever the heading deviates from the set course, the NAVpilot-500
automatically adjusts the rudder to return the boat to the set course.
3. To change or readjust the course setting in the AUTO mode, simply rotate the
[ENTER] knob to set the desired course.
4. Press the [STBY] key to leave AUTO steering in an emergency. You can
steer your boat by the helm.
AUTO
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Heading control mode
(AUTO mode)
Heading from
heading sensor
Rudder angle (or Deviation)
Course selected by the [ENTER] knob
HDG
M
RUDDER
0
40
20
10
40
20
10
Heading mode
M: Magnetic
T: True
AUTO mode display