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3. STEERING MODE
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3.3 NAV Mode
3.3.1 Starting the NAV mode
The plotter connected to the autopilot knows the present position and location to
a destination waypoint. The NAVpilot-500, while receiving this information,
adjusts the course direction automatically and guides the boat to the destination
waypoint as determined by the associated plotter.
1. Set the destination waypoint (or route) on the plotter.
2. Direct the boat’s heading to the waypoint.
3. Press the [NAV] key.
NAV
Track control mode (NAV)
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Heading from
heading sensor
Rudder angle (or XTE)
Course to the destination waypoint
HDG
M
RUDDER
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Heading mode
M: Magnetic
T: True
NAV mode display
The course is automatically set so that the boat sails on the intended course line.
When the [NAV] key is pressed, the course changes automatically in order to
follow the intended course line. The course reading on the NAVpilot-500 is not
always equal to the waypoint direction which is presented on the plotter.
When you intend to navigate following a route, the boat goes to the second
waypoint in the route. Select the nearest or desired waypoint before going into
the NAV mode.
4. Press the [STBY] or [AUTO] key to terminate the NAV mode.