Furuno NAVpilot-700 Marine Instruments User Manual


 
2. STEERING MODES
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How to set the fixed tack angle
The fixed tacking mode requires the setting of tacking angle. Set the angle as follows:
1. Press the MENU key to open the menu.
2. Rotate the Course control knob to select [OTHER MENU] then push the Course
control knob.
3. Rotate the Course control knob to select [WIND OPTION] then push the knob.
4. Rotate the Course control knob to select the value shown for [FIXED TACK AN-
GLE] then push the knob.
5. Rotate the Course control knob to set the angle then push the knob.
6. Press the MENU key three times to close the menu.
2.10.4 Tacking in WIND mode (WIND TACK)
In the WIND mode, the degree and direction of tacking are automatically set so that
the boat receives the apparent wind on its opposite side with the same angle.
To start turning, do the following:
Wind direction
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