Chapter 3: Operating instructions
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Track mode is available only if you have connected the SmartPilot to a suitable
navigation system providing SeaTalk or NMEA information. (See
ST70 Pilot
Controller/SmartPilot X Commissioning Instructions
for connection details)
Your SmartPilot system can receive route information from:
•
a SeaTalk (ST1 & SeaTalk
ng
) navigation instrument or chartplotter.
•
a navigation system transmitting data in NMEA 0183 or NMEA 2000 format.
Activating Track mode
CAUTION: Make suitable preparations for entering track mode
When you enter Track mode, the SmartPilot will bring the boat onto the
track in a controlled way. The closer the boat is to the correct heading
and track, the quicker it will settle the boat onto the new course. To avoid
an unexpected turn, align the boat approximately with the required track
before entering Track mode.
XTE
Next
Waypoint
Track leg
Bearing to
next waypoint
Example1:
Cross track error (XTE)
due to waypoint arrival circle
D10922-1
Waypoint arrival
Waypoint
arrival circle
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