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The Pilot will steer using heading data either from a Halcyon 2000
Compass connected to the Fastnet databus, a Halcyon Gyro Stabilised
compass connected directly to the Pilot ACP processor, or from other
system sources.
The Pilot Target will show your target course (Pilot Course)
STEER TO APPARENT WIND ANGLE (WIND A)
This mode of steering is available to sailing boats that have a H3000
System fitted with a masthead Unit.
When
WIND A
is selected the Pilot will steer a course that maintains a
pre-defined Apparent Wind Angle (AWA). If the wind shifts, or the boat
moves off course, the Pilot will alter course so that the AWA remains the
same.
The Pilot Target will show your desired AWA(Pilot AWA)
In general this works well when sailing upwind. For downwind steering to
TWA may often prove more efficient.
STEER TO TRUE WIND ANGLE (WIND T)
This mode of steering is only available to sailing boats that have H3000
system fitted with a masthead unit.
When
WINDT
is selected the Pilot will steer a course that maintains a
pre-defined True Wind Angle (TWA). If the wind shifts, the Pilot will
alter course so that the actual wind angle remains the same.
The Pilot Target will show your desired TWA (Pilot TWA)
This mode is particularly effective when trying to maintain a steady wind
angle downwind when the boat tends to change speed significantly on
waves.
STEER TO WAYPOINT (NAV)
This mode of steering is available to both sail and powerboats. It is
available for Pilot systems that are using a H3000 Instrument system,
interfaced with a compatible position-fixing device using NMEA 0183
protocols.
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