COMPASS English
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The windangle referens [AWA] is also sent out to all NX2
instruments and the
STEER
Pilot will also show you the deviation
from your set angle.
The AWA can also be used downwind, as a jibe warning indicator,
or to keep the fastest downwind speed.
When the [AWA] was selected, the text [WA] was flashing with a
left or a right pointer. This function is used to perform an automatic
tack when the NX2 Autopilot is installed (and activated for wind
steering). Use the
PLUS
and
MINUS
to change the direction of the
WA
pointer, then press
SET.
Your NX2 Autopilot, if
activated
in wind mode, will now perform an
automatic tack.
4.5.5
Steer referens [BTW], option
The text [OFF] or [MEM] is displayed.
This steer function will give Compass course, true or magnetic
relative bearing to Waypoint. It must be used together with a GPS
or Decca/ Loran C navigator connected to the NEXUS network (at
the Server or at the GPS instrument).
Press
CLEAR
. The text
OFF, MEM
or the previous selected
function is flashing, select [BTW] and press
SET.
The steer referens [BTW] is automatically calculated.
4.5.6
Steer referens [CTS], option
The text [STR OFF] or [MEM] is displayed.
This steer function will give course to steer, true or magnetic
relative bearing to Waypoint, including compensation for drift. It
must be used together with a GPS or Decca/ Loran C navigator
connected to the NEXUS network (at the Server or at the GPS
instrument). The NX2 log transducer must also be installed.
Press
CLEAR
. The text [OFF]
,
[MEM] or the previous selected
function is flashing, select [CTS] and press
SET.
The steer reference [CTS] is automatically calculated.
Hints !
Even if your Compass is un-deviated, the CTS function will anyway
tell you the optimum course to sail !
The CTS function gives you the shortest way to sail towards
the Waypoint. Tide must however be taken into consideration,
since it will give a time dependant drift on the boat.
