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2. STEERING MODES
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2.9.2 How to FU dodge in the STBY mode
Note: FU dodge mode is not available with Fantum Feedback
TM
.
Press the W or X key down to steer appropriately until the boat has cleared the ob-
struction. The equipment goes into the DODGE mode (from STBY to DODGE mode
the mode indication shows "NFU"* (Non-Follow Up) while pressing the W or X key.
Steering can not be done from other control units or remote controllers. Further the
audible alarm sounds when one of the above keys is operated, to alert you to dodge
operation. The steering mode indication shows [DODG]. If the Course control knob is
operated, the display shows "FU" and the rudder is moved until you stop operating the
knob. To escape from the FU or NFU mode, press the STBY key.
2.9.3 How to NFU dodge in the STBY mode
Non-Follow up (NFU) is a manual steering mode that moves the rudder as long as the
or W or X key is operated.
2.10 WIND Mode (for sailboats)
In the WIND mode, the NAVpilot steers the boat
based on the wind angle. The NAVpilot consis-
tently maintains the preset angle between
ship’s heading and wind direction (true or ap-
parent), while eliminating the effects of turbu-
lence and short term wind variations.
The WIND mode requires wind sensor data and
the ship’s characteristic (set on the menu at in-
stallation) must be set for “sailboat.”
Note: The WIND mode is not available with
Fantum Feedback
TM
.
2.10.1 How to get the WIND mode
1. Direct the heading to the desired direction and trim the sail to keep the wind direc-
tion, in the STBY mode.
2. Press the AUTO key while holding the STBY key down to activate the WIND
mode.
3. Set the wind angle by rotating the Course control knob.
Wind
(True or apparent)
Heading
Wind
angle
(true or
apparent)