Raymarine Autohelm 100, Install Manual

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Chapter 5: Initial Sea Trials 93
5.3 Compass Alignment (without deviation correction)
It is possible to change the alignment between the fluxgate and the ship's
compass without carrying out the automatic deviation correction. Proceed
as follows:
1. Push and hold
STANDBY
for 2 seconds to select fluxgate alignment/
correction mode.
2. Use the course change keys to adjust the heading displayed.
3. To exit fluxgate alignment/correction and
store
the new setting push
and hold
STANDBY
for 2 seconds until the pilot returns to ‘STANDBY’
mode.
4. To exit fluxgate linearisation
without saving
the new setting push
STANDBY
momentarily.
5.4 First Sea Trials
In clear waters, steer the boat on to the required heading.
1. Hold the course steady for 5 to 10 seconds.
2. Press
AUTO
to lock onto the current heading. In calm conditions a
perfectly constant heading will be maintained.
3. Alter course to port and starboard using the course change keys on
any control unit. Course changes should be prompt and without any
sign of overshooting.
4. Press
STANDBY
to disengage the autopilot for return to hand
steering.