Lowrance HDS Gen3 Touch, Operator'S Manual

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Autopilot
If a MotorGuide Xi5 trolling motor with Pinpoint GPS is connected
to the network, then the SmartSteer (autopilot) functionality is
available on your HDS Gen3.
To use trolling motor autopilot functionality, you need the
following:
• MotorGuide Xi5 trolling motor with Pinpoint GPS (available
from MotorGuide)
• MotorGuide Pinpoint GPS Gateway (available from MotorGuide)
• NMEA 2000® network.
For details about installing this equipment, refer to the separate
installation manuals that come with the equipment.
The Autopilot can automatically control the trolling motor to:
• Maintain a set heading
• Maintain the vessel's position
• Navigate to the cursor position, to a waypoint, or along a route
• Follow pre-defined turn patterns
Xi5 trolling motor software
You may have to update the software in the MotorGuide Xi5 trolling
motor to use it with the Lowrance SmartSteer interface. If an update
is necessary, a Trolling motor update dialog appears on your
networked HDS unit(s). The update process is initiated through an
HDS unit. Follow the onscreen instructions to update Xi5 software.
Safe operation with the autopilot
Warning:
An autopilot is a useful navigational aid,
but DOES NOT replace a human navigator.
Switching from automatic navigation to
standby mode
To switch from autopilot to handheld remote or foot pedal steering,
set the autopilot to standby mode. You can select standby mode
from the
Autopilot Controller
or the
System Controls
dialog.
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