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AQUAMAP™ 10x2/12x2 SERIES
Autopilot
WARNING
You can use the autopilot feature only at a station installed next to a helm,
throttle, and helm control device.
You are responsible for the safe and prudent operation of your vessel. The
autopilot is a tool that enhances your capability to operate your boat. It does
not relieve you of the responsibility of safely operating your boat. Avoid
navigational hazards and never leave the helm unattended.
Always be prepared to promptly regain manual control of your boat.
Learn to operate the autopilot on calm and hazard-free open water.
Use caution when operating the autopilot near hazards in the water, such as
docks, pilings, and other boats.
The autopilot system continuously adjusts the steering of your boat to
maintain a constant heading (heading hold). The system also allows manual
steering and several modes of automatic-steering functions and patterns.
When the AQUAMAP is connected to a compatible Garmin autopilot system,
you can engage and control the autopilot from the AQUAMAP.
For information about compatible Garmin autopilot systems, go to
.
Opening the Autopilot Screen
Before you can open the autopilot screen, you must have a compatible
Garmin autopilot installed and configured.
Select
A/V, Gauges, Controls
>
Autopilot
.
Engaging the Autopilot
When you engage the autopilot, the autopilot takes control of the helm and
steers the boat to maintain your heading.
1
From the autopilot screen, select
MENU
.
2
Select an option:
• To steer the boat in a circular pattern, select
Engage Circle
.
Your intended heading, direction, and circle time shows in the center of
the autopilot screen.
• To maintain a heading, select
Engage Heading Hold
.
Your intended heading shows in the center of the autopilot screen.
Adjusting the Heading with the AQUAMAP in Step Steering Mode
• Select
<1°
or
1°>
to initiate a single 1° turn.
• Select
<<10°
or
10°>>
to initiate a single 10° turn.
• Hold
<1°
or
1°>
to initiate a rate-controlled turn.
The boat continues to turn until you let go of the key.
• Hold
<<10°
or
10°>>
to initiate a sequence of 10° turns.
