Simrad AP28, Operator'S Manual

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Operation | 19
Dodging
The AP28 has no specific dodge key. Simply press STBY
and power steer or use the helm to pass any obstacle.
When you return to AUTO mode within 60 seconds the
following display is shown, offering two alternatives:
Go back to AUTO mode
on previous set course
AUTO
Go to AUTO mode with
current heading as set
course
If your dodging maneuver takes more than 60 seconds,
the autopilot will automatically continue on the current
heading.
Control of steering performance
When operating in an automatic mode the AP28 utilizes
two different sets of steering parameters (HI/LO). The
parameters control the response of the boat at different
speeds or wind directions. The two parameter sets can be
automatically or manually selected, and each set can be
manually adjusted (response adjust).
The speed at which the autopilot automatically changes
from LO to HI parameters (or opposite) is determined by
the "Transition Speed" set in the Installation/
Commissioning/Seatrial menu, page 89. See diagram on
next page.
At no speed input the autopilot defaults to LO steering
parameters when engaging an automatic mode from
STBY. This is a safety feature to prevent oversteering.