NautoPilot® 5000 Series
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Operator Manual
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1.3.8
Track Econ
This parameter is for NP5500 only and is used to adjust the Economy Mode (see
section 1.3.10) in Track Control. If the value of this parameter is increased, rudder
activity will be reduced.
1.3.9
Acceleration Monitor (for NautoPilot® 5400 and 5500 only)
(see also section 2.3.5.4).
As a unique feature, NP 5400 and 5500 integrate an Acceleration Monitor that
monitors the ship‘s cross acceleration and provides a warning if a cross acceleration
limit is exceeded. This helps to avoid damage or accident due to high acceleration
stresses that might occur for example during a heading change at high speed and
finally increases safety for life, ship and cargo.
In the setup window the acceleration limit is directly input (Page
→
Limit
→
Acceleration
Limit) or calculated with values like Rate of Turn (RoT) and speed. An Alarm is provided
if the actual speed and radius/RoT cause accelerations larger than defined value.
In addition, this Acceleration Monitor function can be switched on and off.
1.3.10
Adaptive mode (Weather Adaptivity)
This mode controls the optimal heading or Track Control via the Economy or
Precision function. This function ensures that the NautoPilot® 5000 Series (except
NautoPilot® 5100) reacts automatically to the current weather conditions.
The Economy mode guarantees a reduction of the rudder movement with less course
keeping accuracy. The reduction of the rudder movement results in less forward
thrust loss and consequently less fuel consumption.
The Precision mode guarantees exact course keeping. The rudder movement can be
notably reduced by using yawing settings.
1.3.11
Information about the Steering Switch
The Steering Switch (also designated as Main Steering Switch, Steering Selector or
Steering Mode Selector Switch) does not belong to the NautoPilot® 5000 Series
directly, but its function is essential for some operating procedures.
This switch has a minimum of 2 switch positions. These switch positions may also
have different designations (for example HAND and AUTO, NFU direct and MAIN,
MAIN and SECONDARY or NFU and FU).
